How much does a laser bench cost?

Prices for laser cutting machines vary widely. The price of a new laser cutter can range from €3000 to €1. Since the price range is really very large, it is important to understand your needs and find the right balance between requirements and price. Before making a purchase, you should first understand why and how often you need a bench.

 

KEY QUESTIONS BEFORE BUYING:

  • What materials need to be cut?
  • How big are the volumes?
  • What size desktop is needed?
  • What accessories would be needed for the bench?

 

PRO VS HOBBYIST

The lower end of the price scale is suitable for do-it-yourselfers for whom laser cutting is a way to cut soft materials and non-metals. Although such machines may be suitable for cutting quite a large number of materials, metals are not included. We are well suited for this purpose LASEREISTER Lite series benches.

A machine purchased for industrial purposes is above the aforementioned price range. Although there is some leeway there too. It is the best choice for cutting light materials Mira series, from AEON.

The initial investment for metal processing is much higher. Here it is worth consulting with our salesmen and deciding whether to equip production with a new fiber laser or, for example, a used CO2 metal cutter.

 

COST PARTS

Laser cutting is very economical compared to plasma or milling. When cutting light materials, the only cost to the user is the amortization of the laser lamp. Low power CO2 lasers usually have a life of 3000-5000 working hours. The lifespan of mirrors and lenses is 1-2 years if properly cleaned. However, when cutting metals, the cost of gas must also be taken into account in the running costs. In high-load laser cutting installations, the price of gas can be the determining factor in shaping the cost of the service. Lasermeister's sales specialists will help you get an accurate overview of current costs and find a machine and technological solution that would be suitable for your application.