Cutlite Penta15kW
FHT 800 15kWWork Area6000×800mm
Max Steel20mm
Price$450,000 - $700,000
Find the best fiber laser cutting machines for cutting steel medium (11–20mm). Compare 154 machines from 65 manufacturers. Pricing from $5,000 to $500,000.
154 machines from 65 manufacturers are capable of processing mild steel in the medium sheet thickness range. Power distribution across these machines averages 4.7kW (range: 1.5–15kW), reflecting the laser power requirements for this material-thickness combination.
For mild steel processing, prioritize: beam quality (BPP) for edge quality, assist gas system capacity (nitrogen pressure rating for oxide-free cuts), and cutting head anti-reflection protection. The machines listed above include verified maximum thickness ratings for this specific material.
| Brand / Model | Power | Work Area | Max Steel | Speed @5mm | Price Range | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutlite Penta FHT 800 15kW | 15kW | 6000×800 | 20mm | — | $450,000 - $700,000 | 🇮🇹 |
| Raycus FL6000 | 6kW | 3000×1500 | 20mm | 20 m/min | $55,000 - $72,000 | 🌍 |
| Bystronic ByCut Smart 3015 6kW | 6kW | 3000×1500 | 20mm | — | $200,000 - $350,000 | 🇨🇭 |
| TRUMPF TruLaser 1040 fiber 6kW | 6kW | 4000×2000 | 20mm | — | $300,000 - $450,000 | 🇩🇪 |
| Mazak STX 3015 6kW | 6kW | 3050×1525 | 20mm | — | $200,000 - $350,000 | 🇯🇵 |
| Mazak OPTIPLEX Ez 3015 6kW | 6kW | 3050×1525 | 20mm | — | $250,000 - $400,000 | 🇯🇵 |
| Bystronic BySmart Fiber 3015 6kW | 6kW | 3000×1500 | 20mm | — | $180,000 - $300,000 | 🇨🇭 |
| Amada LCG-AJ 3015 6kW | 6kW | 3050×1525 | 20mm | — | $200,000 - $350,000 | 🇯🇵 |
| Prima Power Fiber EVO 6 6kW | 6kW | 3000×1500 | 20mm | — | $200,000 - $350,000 | 🇮🇹 |
| LVD Lynx FL 3015 6kW | 6kW | 3000×1500 | 20mm | — | $150,000 - $250,000 | 🇧🇪 |
Selecting the right fiber laser cutting machines involves evaluating five critical factors: (1) Material type and maximum thickness — determine the minimum laser power required. (2) Work area dimensions — match to your largest sheet or part size, with common formats being 3015 (3000×1500mm) and 4020 (4000×2000mm). (3) Production volume — high-volume shops benefit from automation features like sheet loading/unloading and nesting software. (4) Budget — consider total cost of ownership including installation, training, consumables, and maintenance, not just purchase price. (5) Service and support — verify the manufacturer has local service partners in your region. Use our comparison table above to evaluate 154 options side by side, filtering by the specifications most important to your application.
Five primary factors determine laser cutting edge quality: (1) Laser power and beam quality (BPP/M²) — lower BPP values produce focused spots with higher energy density for cleaner cuts. (2) Cutting head optics — auto-focus heads with collimation adjustment optimize beam characteristics for different materials and thicknesses. (3) Motion system accuracy — positioning accuracy (±0.03mm typical for premium machines) and repeatability directly affect dimensional precision. (4) Assist gas selection and pressure — nitrogen for oxide-free edges on stainless and aluminum, oxygen for faster thick-steel cutting. (5) Mechanical rigidity — machine bed flatness, gantry stiffness, and vibration damping affect edge straightness and surface roughness. Compare these specifications across our 154 listed machines using the table above.