Industrial Laser Solutions is Australia and New Zealand's authorised IPG LightWELD supplier. Handheld fibre laser welding and cleaning systems — faster, easier to learn, and exceptional quality across a wide range of metals.
Every LightWELD system is built on industrial fibre laser technology, manufactured in the USA by IPG Photonics. Supplied, serviced, and supported across Australia and New Zealand by Industrial Laser Solutions.
| Laser Power | 1,000 W |
| Max Penetration (Steel) | 4 mm |
| Duty Cycle | 100% at full power |
| Gun Cable | 10 m |
| Presets | 75+ |
| Cleaning | Post-weld |
| Wobble Welding | Up to 5 mm |
| Laser Power | Up to 1,500 W |
| Peak Cleaning Power | Up to 2,500 W |
| Steel / Al 3&5 Series | Up to 6.35 mm |
| Aluminium 6 Series | Up to 3 mm |
| Titanium & Nickel | Up to 5 mm |
| Copper | Up to 2 mm |
| Cleaning Width | Up to 15 mm |
| Preset Modes | 74 |
| Power Supply | 220V, 24A |
| Weight | 53 kg |
| Laser Power | Up to 1,500 W |
| Peak Power | Up to 2,500 W |
| Max Penetration (Steel/Al) | 4 mm |
| Max Penetration (Copper) | 1 mm |
| Cleaning Width | Up to 15 mm |
| Gun Cable | 5 m or 10 m |
| Preset Modes | 74 |
| Power Supply | 220V, 24A |
| Weight | 53 kg |
| Laser Power | Up to 2,000 W |
| Peak Pulse Power | Up to 3,000 W |
| Steel / Al 3&5 Series | Up to 8 mm |
| Aluminium 6 Series | Up to 5 mm |
| Titanium & Nickel | Up to 7 mm |
| Copper | Up to 3 mm |
| Cleaning Width | Up to 15 mm |
| Preset Modes | 100 |
| Power Supply | 220V, 33A |
| Weight | 60 kg |
Both are eXtended Range systems with integrated welding and cleaning. The key difference is power, penetration depth, and the materials you need to weld.
The right choice for most fabrication shops, auto body, piping, and maintenance operations. Full XR extended-range features at a lower power level and price point. Standard 24A single-phase supply.
| Laser Power | 1,500 W |
| Steel / Stainless | Up to 6.35 mm |
| Aluminium 3 & 5 Series | Up to 6.35 mm |
| Titanium & Nickel | Up to 5 mm |
| Copper | Up to 2 mm |
| Power Supply | 220V, 24A |
| Preset Modes | 74 |
The most powerful LightWELD. 33% more continuous power, 3,000W peak pulse. Handles the thickest materials — steel, aluminium, titanium, nickel alloys, and copper at significantly greater depths.
| Laser Power | 2,000 W |
| Steel / Stainless | Up to 8 mm (+26%) |
| Aluminium 3 & 5 Series | Up to 8 mm |
| Titanium & Nickel | Up to 7 mm |
| Copper | Up to 3 mm |
| Power Supply | 220V, 33A |
| Preset Modes | 100 |
| Specification | LightWELD 1500 XR | LightWELD 2000 XR |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Power | Up to 1,500 W | Up to 2,000 W |
| Peak Pulse Power | Up to 2,500 W | Up to 3,000 W |
| Steel & Stainless | Up to 6.35 mm | Up to 8 mm |
| Aluminium 3 & 5 Series | Up to 6.35 mm | Up to 8 mm |
| Aluminium 6 Series | Up to 3 mm | Up to 5 mm |
| Titanium & Nickel Alloys | Up to 5 mm | Up to 7 mm |
| Copper | Up to 2 mm | Up to 3 mm |
| Cleaning Width | Up to 15 mm | Up to 15 mm |
| Preset Modes | 74 | 100 |
| Power Supply | 220V, 24A | 220V, 33A |
| Weight | 53 kg | 60 kg |
| Integrated Cleaning | ✔ Pre & Post-weld | ✔ Pre & Post-weld |
One handheld system, deployed across fabrication, structural, and precision work throughout Australia and New Zealand.
General fabrication shops running mixed jobs across steel, aluminium and stainless.
Panel and chassis repair — minimal distortion, clean low-heat welds.
Structural steel and aluminium fabrication for load-bearing work.
Pipe-to-flange and process piping — clean seams, minimal finishing.
Precision welding on titanium and nickel alloys with low heat input.
Field repair and heavy fabrication for demanding specifications.
Maintenance and field repair for equipment that can't wait for shop scheduling.
Stainless steel equipment — clean welds, passivated in the same process.
Aluminium and stainless fabrication for marine-grade fit and finish.
Precision equipment fabrication where weld consistency is critical.
Mixed-material repair and fabrication across agricultural and appliance work.
Thin-gauge, decorative, and one-off precision work.
Consistent, high-quality results across materials and thicknesses — from pipe welding to thin-sheet fabrication.
Every LightWELD system ships complete with professional accessories. Here's what sets it apart from day one.
The beam oscillates up to 5mm wide — creating wider weld beads, bridging gaps in poor fit-up, and producing a more forgiving process for less experienced operators. Adjustable frequency and amplitude via the control panel.
Switch between welding and cleaning nozzles in seconds — no tools required. XC and XR models include both welding and cleaning nozzle sets. Multiple welding nozzle profiles available: 1-point, 2-point (6mm and 9mm), and cone nozzles for different joint configurations.
Select your material and thickness — the system loads the optimised preset automatically. Advanced users can adjust power, wobble frequency, wobble length, and pulse parameters. Save custom presets for repeat jobs. The 2000 XR includes 100 preset modes.
Copper and aluminium nozzle tips for welding and cleaning. ILS stocks all LightWELD consumables in Australia — no international freight, no weeks of waiting. Cover slides, nozzle kits, wire, safety glasses all available for next-day dispatch from Hallam VIC.
OD 6+ and OD 7+ rated laser safety glasses for 1,000–1,550nm — included with every new system. Multiple styles: standard, adjustable temple, and large fit-over for glasses wearers. Compliant with AS/NZS ISO 19818.1. Standard safety glasses are NOT adequate — correct eyewear is mandatory.
We stock the full range of LightWELD consumables and accessories in Australia. Fast turnaround from Hallam VIC — no international wait times.
Order Parts → (03) 9796 3055From your first weld to your thousandth, LightWELD delivers consistency, speed, and quality that traditional methods can't match.
Jobs that took hours are done in minutes. Dramatically increase throughput so your team takes on more work, more profitably — with the same headcount.
Highly focused heat input means virtually no warping — even on thin sheet metal and heat-sensitive materials. Less rework, better finished quality.
100+ optimised presets mean beginners produce professional welds from day one. Less training time, lower skill barriers, consistent quality across your team.
XC and XR models include integrated pre- and post-weld laser cleaning. Swap the nozzle in seconds — no chemicals, no grinding, no extra equipment required.
Steel, aluminium, copper, titanium, dissimilar metals — switch without changing polarity or electrodes. Select your preset and weld. No setup time lost.
Class IV with key switch, E-stop, 2-step trigger, fibre laser interlock, and part contact sensor. Full PPE kit included. AS3820 compliant.
Switching materials takes seconds — no polarity changes, no electrode swaps. Select your preset and weld.
Up to 8mm on 2000 XR. Deep penetration — ideal for structural and fabrication work.
Up to 8mm. Integrated cleaning passivates welds quickly — no chemicals needed.
Virtually eliminates distortion. 5052, 6061, 6063, 7075, and 1xxx–3xxx alloys.
Up to 3mm on 2000 XR. Ideal where TIG and MIG struggle with heat management.
Up to 7mm. Precision welding with minimal heat input — aerospace-grade results.
Laser brazing skips zinc removal — dramatically reducing hazardous fume generation.
Up to 7mm. High-temperature alloys welded with precision and repeatability.
Weld different metals and thicknesses together — a task conventional welding struggles with.
Laser welding's day-to-day running costs are typically lower than arc welding across the board.
Laser welding uses up to 10× Less filler wire than MIG or TIG — without reducing weld strength.
For most applications, cheaper nitrogen shielding gas replaces expensive argon — reducing consumable spend significantly.
Laser torch consumables cost approximately ½ as Much as MIG torch consumables per year.
Minimal spatter and no excess material means approximately 6 hrs less finishing work per week.
In-depth guides on the questions that actually decide a purchase.
Benefits, applications, material capability, and how the process actually works — the full overview.
Read the Guide →What the sticker price doesn't tell you — support, compliance, and total cost of ownership compared side by side.
Read the Comparison →AS3820, ASME BPVC Section IX QW-358, TGN-SW02, and the state-by-state regulatory picture — explained in full.
Read the Standards Guide →How integrated pre- and post-weld laser cleaning works, and why it beats a separate cleaning machine.
See Laser Cleaning →A straight, process-by-process comparison for shops deciding what to add — or replace — on the floor.
Compare the Processes →Licensing, compliance, power requirements, demonstrations, and everything else buyers ask before purchasing.
Read the FAQ →Datasheets, safety guidance, and regulatory information — all downloadable. No registration required.
Full technical specifications, welding capability, power requirements, included accessories, and safety features for the LightWELD 1500 XC Handheld Laser Welding & Cleaning System.
↓ Download PDFFull technical specifications for the LightWELD 1500 XR eXtended Range system — welding capability, cleaning specifications, wire feeder options, safety features, and accessories.
↓ Download PDFFull technical specifications for the LightWELD 2000 XR — 2,000W maximum power, 3,000W peak pulse, material thickness capability, safety features, dimensions, and weight.
↓ Download PDFILS Regulatory Brief (March 2026): Australian legal and regulatory requirements for laser welding and cleaning by state and territory — WHS/OHS frameworks, AS3820 compliance, WA & TAS radiation licensing.
↓ Download PDFThe authoritative Australian Technical Guidance Note on Laser Safety (2024 edition). Covers classification, beam hazards, PPE requirements, control measures, and Laser Safety Officer duties. Cameron Jamieson of ILS is acknowledged in this publication.
↓ Download PDFUser manuals, welding & cleaning mode charts, safety support videos, and frequently asked questions are available directly from IPG LightWELD's official resources page.
Visit lightweld.com →Contact our team in Hallam, Victoria to arrange a live demo or discuss the right system for your application — serving Australia and New Zealand.
In my 41 years in the business, I have never seen a welder that allows beginners to make welds like seasoned pros. The learning curve is almost non-existent.
A job that was taking more than 2 hours was done in 11 minutes. The productivity gain has transformed our business and let us take on more work.
Laser welding has opened up a completely new market for us. Customers come to us when conventional welding simply isn't working for them.
Australia and New Zealand's specialist supplier of IPG LightWELD handheld laser welding and cleaning systems. Our team is ready to help you find the right solution and support you every step of the way.
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Hallam VIC 3803, Australia
www.lightweld.com.au
www.industriallaser.com.au
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