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i Series

i Series – 500 and 400 Watt CO2 Lasers

High-power CO₂ lasers designed for demanding industrial cutting and processing applications. Deliver strong energy output with reliable, continuous operation. Built for high-throughput environments requiring durability. Enable efficient processing of thicker materials and complex tasks.

Best for: High-power cutting, industrial processing
Key advantage: Speed
Compatibility: Heavy-duty beam delivery systems, automation lines

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Overview

The i Series mid-power CO2 lasers are now available in both 500 W and 400 W models, delivering faster processing throughput and precision detail. The new i501 delivers more than 500 Watts of continuous wave (CW) power enabling faster throughput and precision detail. With the largest dynamic range in its class, the i501 laser switches seamlessly between low power for fine features, and high power for speed. Both the i501 and i401 include a TCP/IP web-based Internet interface that allows access to information about LED and RF module status – including voltage, current, and temperature measurements using a standard web browser to manage laser operation and ensure optimal performance. Built-in gas purge port for easy connection to nitrogen or CDA purge systems and an internal electromechanical shutter for operator safety make the i Series the ultimate OEM lasers.

Greater Detail With Faster Throughput: 400 Watts of average power for faster throughput and higher yields across a variety of target materials. Internal beam conditioning delivers near perfect circular output in both near and far field, ensuring a focused spot size with higher power density for greater detail and faster processing speeds.

Maximum Uptime: Highly reliable RF modules ensure maximum uptime and are field replaceable for improved serviceability

Real-Time Monitoring: Real-time performance monitoring through a TCP/IP web-based Internet interface that allows access to advanced onboard diagnostics to reduce unplanned downtimes

Specifications

Model i401 i501
Output Power1 > 400 Watts >500 Watts
Wavelength 10.2 µm, 10.6 µm 10.2 µm, 10.6 µm
Beam Quality (M2) < 1.2 < 1.2
Power Stability2 (cold start) ± 7% ± 7%
Beam Diameter3 6.7 mm ± 0.7 mm 6.7 mm ± 0.7 mm
Operating Frequency 0 – 100 kHz DC – 100 kHz
Duty Cycle Range 0 – 100% 1% – 100%
Cooling Water Water
Dimensions (LxWxH) mm (in.) 1227 x 208 x 300 (48.3 x 8.2 x 11.8) 1227 x 208 x 300 (48.3 x 8.2 x 11.8)
Weight kg (lbs.) 59.0 kg (130 lbs.) 64.4 kg (142 lbs.)
1 – Power level guaranteed for 2 years from date of shipment, regardless of operating hours, within recommended coolant flow rate and temperature range
2 – Measured from cold start as ±(Pmax-Pmin)/(Pmax+Pmin)
3 – Measured 1/e2 diameter at laser output
Note – See Operator’s Manual for full specifications and associated operating conditions.
Download Download Type Language
Power Wiring for CO2 Lasers User Manual English
Novanta i401 to i501 CO2 Laser Upgrade Guide Product Change Notification English
i501 CO2 Laser Data Sheet Datasheet English
Preventing Condensation When Operating a SYNRAD Water-Cooled Laser Technical Note English
i401 Data Sheet Datasheet English
i Series CO2 Lasers Manual Product Manual English
Technical Drawing i401 Drawing English
Large Format CO2 laser Cutting Flyer English
Dual Wavelength Ablation Automates Hairpin Stripping Flyer English
CO2 Laser Temperature Monitoring Flyer English
Why Use Lasers For Manufacturing Flyer English
CO2 Lasers For Packaging: What & Why Flyer English
Alternative CO2 Laser Wavelengths Flyer English
How To Read A CO2 Laser Data Sheet Flyer English
Processing Polypropylene With A CO2 Laser Flyer English

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