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The all-new nLIGHT® WFL-15000 integrates an optional fiber coupler or 2- or 4-channel beam switch with a high-power fiber laser. Durable and versatile, this laser was designed with trusted and durable components for high productivity solutions in welding, cladding, heat treating, brazing and other materials processing applications. Based on nearly two decades of high-power laser innovation, this fiber laser features the latest in optical technology, allowing for exceptional process range and, consistent part quality. Ergonomically designed to be simple and easy to use for quick fiber replacements and increased uptime. Features • 3-15kW Wide range of power options to ensure the right solution for each application. • Optional Fiber Coupler or Switch Integrated fiber-to-fiber coupler or 2- or 4-channel beam switch increases system capability. • Unparalleled Serviceability Modular design simplifies repairs maximizing uptime. • Designed for Rugged Durability Ensures continuous operation in harsh manufacturing environments. • Plug-and-Play Process Fibers Optional process fibers with output sizes from 100um to 1mm with QD and QBH connectors. • Ergonomic Design Designed based on input from users to support increased productivity. Versatile Fiber Lasers for Welding Integrated plug-and-play fibers for flexible metal processing solutions Optical Specifications Mode of CW/Modulated Operation Polarization Random Maximum Average Power 3kW 4kW 5kW 6kW 8kW 10kW 12kW 15kW Power Tunability 5 – 100% Power Variation, ≤ 1% 8-Hour Modulation Frequency ≤ 20kHz Rise and Fall Times ≤ 10μs Feed Fiber Beam Quality ≤ 2 mm-mrad ≤ 5 mm-mrad Wavelength 1070 ± 10nm Electrical Specifications Supply Voltage 400 – 480VAC 3P+PE, 50/60Hz Control Interfaces, Standard External hardware control, analog power control, analog monitors, Ethernet control, GUI, and API Control Interfaces, Optional EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Profinet, Profibus Mechanical Specifications Dimensions 1004 × 804 × 1334mm (W x D x H) Optical Fiber Water-cooled fiber coupler, 2-channel or 4-channel beam switch (time sharing) Process Fibers Length and core options available upon request, QBH and QD available Cooling Method Water Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature +10 to +40°C Storage Temperature -10 to +60°C Relative Humidity 10 to 80%
70 kW-Class CBC Laser and Effector | Flexibility for the Fight The first product offering in the HADES family of CBC High Energy Lasers (HEL), nLIGHT's 70kW-class neutralizes drones and other advanced threats at extended range with exceptional speed and efficiency. By leveraging nLIGHT's industry-leading and patented technology in coherent beam combination (CBC), high energy beam directors, tracking systems, and advanced atmospheric correction, nLIGHT's CBC laser and effector brings an unmatched combination of lethality, SWaP, and agility to the fight - ensuring superior protection wherever the mission demands. High Lethality Patented coherent beam combination delivers industry-leading irradiance on distant targets despite challenging atmospheric conditions, allowing for very short dwell times to neutralize swarm threats. With its compact, lightweight, and energy efficient architecture, HADES supports a broad range of air, ground, sea, and space domain platforms. Ultra-low jitter point-and-track for enhanced target discrimination and laser weapon system effectiveness. To maximize uptime, HADES is designed to be operated and maintained in the field by warfighters.
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High Beam Quality for Fast Kills at Distance High Beam Quality Low SWaP Field-proven production amplifiers enable full power operation…for every shot. nLIGHT's 10kW-class DBC High Energy Laser combines the industry's leading and field proven amplifiers with a proprietary dichroic beam combination (DBC) method to produce excellent beam quality for shortest kill time at range. High Beam Quality Utilizing proprietary DBC technology, superior beam quality is achieved enabling engagement at longer range with faster kills. Self-Protecting Amplifiers Integrated systems protect amplifiers against loss of seed and linewidth broadening. Self-Protecting Reliable Precision Tracking nLIGHT's 30kW-class HEL combines the industry's leading, field-proven amplifier technology with proprietary beam combination to produce superior beam quality for maximum lethality at range. Proprietary Spectral Beam Combination (SBC) technology produces superior beam quality enabling engagement at longer range with faster kills. Small and lightweight to meet the needs for integration into a broad range of platforms. Self-Protecting Amplifiers
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High Beam Quality Low SWaP Field-proven production amplifiers enable full power operation…for every shot. nLIGHT's 10kW-class DBC High Energy Laser combines the industry's leading and field proven amplifiers with a proprietary dichroic beam combination (DBC) method to produce excellent beam quality for shortest kill time at range. High Beam Quality Utilizing proprietary DBC technology, superior beam quality is achieved enabling engagement at longer range with faster kills. Self-Protecting Amplifiers Integrated systems protect amplifiers against loss of seed and linewidth broadening. Self-Protecting Reliable Precision Tracking nLIGHT's 30kW-class HEL combines the industry's leading, field-proven amplifier technology with proprietary beam combination to produce superior beam quality for maximum lethality at range. Proprietary Spectral Beam Combination (SBC) technology produces superior beam quality enabling engagement at longer range with faster kills. Small and lightweight to meet the needs for integration into a broad range of platforms. Self-Protecting Amplifiers
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Dual-Channel Low SWaP Package nLIGHT's portfolio of commercially-developed, military-qualified Narrow Linewidth Amplifiers serves a broad range of applications across the aerospace & defense and industrial markets. The NLA-N2 incorporates two individual 3-kilowatt amplifiers integrated into one package to produce a very powerful solution at industry-leading Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP). Optimized for either coherent or spectral beam combination, our 5th generation amplifier delivers consistent unit-to-unit performance with high reliability enabling our global customers to meet their demanding deployment schedules and performance requirements with confidence. Integrated systems protect the amplifier against loss of seed and linewidth broadening. nLIGHT delivers hundreds of TRL-7 amplifiers globally with very high reliability. Low SWaP Small and lightweight to meet the needs for integration into a broad range of platforms. Fiber Termination - 400um diameter coreless endcap - 3mm diameter ferruled endcap - QBH
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