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FiberMid RangeIPG Source
SLM Solutions SLM 500 HL
1.6kW Fiber additive Machine
Power
1.6 kW
Origin
Germany
Released
2021
Accuracy
±0.02mm
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How It Compares
Compared against 76 machines in this category
Power Output▼ 2%
1.60kW
0Avg: 1.63 kW
Positioning Accuracy▼ 21%
±0.02mm
0Avg: 0.02 mm
Quick Facts: SLM Solutions SLM 500 HL
Laser Power & Type1.6kW Fiber
Estimated Price Range$900000-1200000
Primary Applicationadditive
Quad-laser production 3D printer with large build volume for industrial manufacturing.
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Full Specifications
Laser System
| Brand | SLM Solutions |
| Model | SLM 500 HL |
| Laser Type | Fiber |
| Power Output | 1.6 kW |
| Wavelength | 1064 nm |
| Laser Source | IPG |
Work Envelope
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.02 mm |
Machine Specifications
| Control System | SLM Build Processor |
| Cooling Type | Water |
Commercial Information
| Country of Origin | DE |
| Release Year | 2021 |
| Warranty | 1 years |
| Price Range | $900,000 - $1,200,000 |
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Procurement Decision Notes
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Price & Budget Fit
Listed range$900000-1200000
Power tierMid range
OriginGermany
Confirm freight, installation, training, chiller, fume extraction, assist gas setup, and spare lens/nozzle starter kits before comparing final supplier quotes.
Best-Fit Buyer Profile
Best fit for general fabrication and job shops that need a balance of purchase price, cutting range, and daily production flexibility.
Application: additiveLaser: FiberAutomation: full-autoControl: SLM Build Processor
Material Capability
Material capability is not fully published. Request a test-cut report for your thickest production material.
Check thickness parametersMaintenance & Consumables
Plan preventive service roughly every 5,000 operating hours.
- - Protective windows, nozzles, lenses, filters, and slats should be quoted as annual consumables.
- - Assist gas options listed: ["Ar","N2"]. Confirm nitrogen, oxygen, or air supply cost for your material mix.
- - Confirm local availability for IPG source service and optics.
Facility Readiness
- Power: confirm total installed load
- Cooling: Water cooling
- Extraction: verify fume extraction need by material
- Noise: 65 dB operating level
US Buyer Compliance
- Electrical: confirm 480V or 208V three-phase compatibility, transformer needs, and NEMA enclosure rating.
- Safety: verify Class 4 laser controls, OSHA lockout/tagout procedures, ANSI Z136.1 program ownership, and interlocked enclosure options.
- Certification: request UL/ETL-listed electrical panels or field evaluation path before purchase approval.
- Support: confirm US spare parts stock, technician coverage, remote diagnostics, and warranty labor terms.
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The SLM Solutions SLM 500 HL features a 1.6kW fiber laser, suitable for metal 3D printing and additive manufacturing.
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