High-Efficiency Sheet Metal Fabrication for Global Manufacturers
The FiberCELL® is a heavy-duty, compact fiber laser platform designed engineered specifically for precision metal cutting operations. Manufactured under strict ISO quality controls in Minnesota, USA, the system features a fully enclosed Class 2 safety cabinet equipped with optical safety glass windows to shield operators from harmful laser radiation.
Engineered for high-volume 24/7 manufacturing environments, the FiberCELL® delivers high positioning accuracy (±0.001") and repeatable tight-tolerance processing across stainless steel, mild steel, aluminum, brass, and copper sheet goods.
Precision Engineering & System Capabilities
Constructed around a single-piece stress-relieved steel weldment chassis, the FiberCELL® eliminates frame vibration and holds optical stability over years of intense production.
| Specification Parameter | FiberCELL® 50 x 50 | FiberCELL® 52 x 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Classification | Class 2 Enclosed Ytterbium Fiber Laser System | |
| Available Fiber Power | 1,000 Watts (1kW) / 2,000 Watts (2kW) / 3,000 Watts (3kW) | |
| Work Envelope Size | 50" x 50" (4.16 ft x 4.16 ft) | 52" x 100" (4.33 ft x 8.33 ft) |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.001" mapped over complete bed surface | ±0.001" mapped over complete bed surface |
| Positional Repeatability | ±0.0005" | ±0.0005" |
| Z-Axis Part Clearance | 2.125" standard clearance (Custom high-gantry options on request) | |
| Machine Footprint (W x L x H) | 74" x 85" x 77" | 74" x 139" x 87" |
| Electrical Service Options | 230V 1-Phase / 230V 3-Phase / 415V 3-Phase CE / 480V 3-Phase | |
| Specification Parameter | FiberCELL® 1270 x 1270 | FiberCELL® 1320 x 2540 |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Classification | Class 2 Enclosed Ytterbium Fiber Laser System | |
| Available Fiber Power | 1kW / 2kW / 3kW Solid-State Fiber Laser | |
| Work Envelope Size | 1270 mm x 1270 mm | 1320 mm x 2540 mm |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.0254 mm mapped under controlled thermal conditions | ±0.0254 mm mapped under controlled thermal conditions |
| Positional Repeatability | ±0.0127 mm | ±0.0127 mm |
| Z-Axis Part Clearance | 53.97 mm standard height allowance | |
| Machine Footprint (W x L x H) | 1880 mm x 2159 mm x 1956 mm | 1880 mm x 3531 mm x 2210 mm |
| Electrical Service Options | 230V 1Ph / 230V 3Ph / 415V 3Ph CE / 480V 3Ph (50/60 Hz) | |
High-Speed Processing Across Metallic Alloys
Equipped with a solid-state fiber beam source operating at ~1.07 µm wavelength, energy absorption on reflective metals is dramatically higher than legacy CO2 lasers.
Stainless Steel Processing
Produces oxidation-free, burr-free edges using high-pressure Nitrogen assist gas. Ideal for medical equipment, food processing hardware, and aerospace brackets.
Mild Steel / Carbon Steel
Delivers high-speed pierces and clean cut lines utilizing Oxygen or clean compressed air assist gas, minimizing downstream edge grinding prior to welding.
Aluminum, Brass & Copper
High electrical efficiency and back-reflection protection allow continuous production cutting of highly reflective non-ferrous alloys with zero optical risk.
Heavy-Duty Hardware Integration
Every FiberCELL® is hand-built by experienced machine technicians in Wadena, Minnesota, incorporating industrial motion hardware and robust thermal protection.
Single-Piece Steel Chassis
Heavy stress-relieved steel weldment base resists thermal distortion and maintains precise linear motion alignment across long shifts.
Dual-Channel Chiller
Dedicated closed-loop refrigeration unit regulates temperature for both the laser engine and the optical cutting optics simultaneously.
Integrated Downdraft Vacuum
Under-bed vacuum airflow holds sheet metal flat against copper support slats while routing particulate and smoke safely to exhaust ports.
Programmable Multi-Gas Assist
Automated selection between Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Compressed Air reduces downtime when transitioning between metal alloys.
Tailor Your System to Specific Operational Needs
Expand processing capability with optional optical registration, rotary tube turning, and specialized metal fume handling systems.
K-Vision Camera Registration
Nozzle-mounted camera measures printed fiducial marks to auto-compensate for sheet skew and material stretch before performing accurate contour cuts.
Pipe & Tube Rotary Attachment
Servo-driven chuck or wheel rotary fixtures allow high-precision laser slotting, trimming, and hole cutting on cylindrical metal tubes and pipes.
Fume Filtration & Spark Arrestor
Multi-stage HEPA air scrubbers with inline spark arrestor modules capture fine metallic airborne dust, permitting clean indoor air recirculation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Technical details and international buyer considerations answered by Kern engineering specialists.
The FiberCELL® is engineered to cut stainless steel, carbon steel (mild steel), aluminum, brass, and copper sheet goods. Selecting appropriate assist gases (Nitrogen for clean bright edges on stainless/aluminum, Oxygen for thicker mild steel piercing) optimizes speed and part quality.
A Class 2 safe enclosure features fully interlocked sheet metal paneling and wavelength-filtered optical safety windows. This keeps harmful scattered fiber laser light inside the cabinet, allowing operators and adjacent personnel to work nearby without requiring dedicated laser safety rooms or room-level eye protection.
The FiberCELL® is equipped with high-efficiency fiber laser sources in 1kW, 2kW, or 3kW outputs. Every machine is manufactured in Wadena, Minnesota, USA. Overseas technical support is delivered directly by factory-certified engineers through remote diagnostics, direct technician phone access, fast air shipment of replacement parts, and local regional distribution partners.
The front-loading drawer and slide-out bed allow operators to easily position raw metal sheet stock and safely unload finished parts outside the laser enclosure. A removable drop-part drawer underneath captures small metal cutouts for quick batch retrieval.
Request Specifications & Live Demo Information
Contact our technical engineering team to receive complete technical data sheets, request material cut test samples, or discuss custom power and bed size configurations.