Chongqing Chuke Intelligent Machinery & Equipment Co., Ltd., a certified manufacturer (ISO, CE, FDA, RoHS) of advanced laser equipment and marking solutions, has recently shipped two 3000W
Handheld Laser Welding machines to a customer specializing in the production of motorcycle exhaust pipes. This order represents a significant upgrade from the customer's previous purchase of a 1500W unit last year, driven by the customer's desire for higher welding efficiency.
From 1500W to 3000W: A Performance Driven Upgrade
Last year, the customer purchased a 1500W
Handheld Laser Welding Machine equipped with a Raycus RFL C1500
Laser Source. The welding results met the customer's quality expectations, but the processing speed fell short of their efficiency targets. After in depth technical discussions between the customer and Chuke's engineering team, the decision was made to upgrade to two 3000W units for this new order.
Laser Source Selection: MAX for Reliability in Medium Power Range
For the new 3000W systems, Chongqing Chuke adopted laser sources from MAX (Max Photonics) instead of Raycus. This decision was based on a careful evaluation of performance characteristics across different power ranges. In the low to medium power continuous fiber laser segment, MAX lasers command a slightly higher price than Raycus, but offer advantages in reliability and operational stability. Raycus, on the
Other hand, continues to excel in the ultra high power continuous laser segment (above 20,000W) , where it remains a competitive leader. For the customer's 3000W application, the enhanced stability of the MAX laser source was determined to be the optimal fit.
Manual Operation Remains Essential Despite Automation Considerations
The customer had previously considered upgrading to an automated platform laser welding system as a means to reduce the overhead costs of maintaining a skilled team of welding technicians. However, after thorough evaluation, this approach proved impractical. The customer manufactures a wide variety of exhaust pipe models and specifications, with small batch sizes per production run. This is particularly true for models destined for export motorcycle brands, where production volumes are often limited. Under these conditions, fully automated welding is difficult to achieve, and skilled manual operation remains the most flexible and cost effective solution.
Company Profile
Chongqing Chuke Intelligent Machinery & Equipment Co., Ltd. holds internationally recognized certifications including ISO, CE, FDA, and RoHS. The company specializes in
High Precision Marking and laser processing equipment, serving industries such as automotive parts, motorcycle components, aerospace, and industrial gas. Its product portfolio includes pneumatic dot peen marking systems, handheld and benchtop laser markers, and handheld laser welding machines.
