KUKA10kW
KR 500 R2830 Laser Remote 10kWWork Area4000×3000mm
Max Steel18mm
Price$600,000 - $900,000
Find the best laser welding systems for cutting steel medium (11–20mm). Compare 10 machines from 7 manufacturers. Pricing from $50,000 to $600,000.
10 machines from 7 manufacturers are capable of processing mild steel in the medium sheet thickness range. Power distribution across these machines averages 8.0kW (range: 6–10kW), 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KUKA KR 500 R2830 Laser Remote 10kW | 10kW | 4000×3000 | 18mm | — | $600,000 - $900,000 | 🇩🇪 |
| Precitec ScanTracker Remote Welding | 10kW | — | 15mm | — | $50,000 - $80,000 | 🇩🇪 |
| Panasonic LAPRISS 10kW | 10kW | 2500×2000 | 15mm | — | $350,000 - $550,000 | 🇯🇵 |
| Comau SmartLaser 8kW Remote | 8kW | 3000×2500 | 15mm | — | $400,000 - $650,000 | 🇮🇹 |
| KUKA KR 120 R2700 Laser Remote | 8kW | 3000×2500 | 15mm | — | $400,000 - $650,000 | 🇩🇪 |
| ABB IRB 4600 Laser Cell 8kW | 8kW | 3000×2500 | 15mm | — | $400,000 - $600,000 | 🇸🇪 |
| TRUMPF TruLaser Cell 3000 8kW | 8kW | 2000×1500 | 12mm | — | $400,000 - $600,000 | 🇩🇪 |
| FANUC M-20iD/25 Laser Cell 6kW | 6kW | 2500×2000 | 12mm | — | $350,000 - $550,000 | 🇯🇵 |
| Comau SmartLaser 6kW | 6kW | 2500×2000 | 12mm | — | $300,000 - $500,000 | 🇮🇹 |
| ABB IRB 6700 Laser Cell 6kW | 6kW | 3000×2500 | 12mm | — | $350,000 - $550,000 | 🇸🇪 |
Selecting the right laser welding systems 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 10 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 10 listed machines using the table above.