{"product_id":"arclume-air-500-laser-welder","title":"ARCLUME AIR 500 3-in-1 Handheld Laser Welder","description":"\u003ch2\u003eARCLUME AIR 500 portable laser welder for precise thin-metal work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe  ARCLUME AIR 500 delivers controlled heat input for clean welds, reduced distortion, and less post-weld finishing on thin sheet metal. Its compact handheld design is ideal for garages, repair shops, light fabrication, and mobile service work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupported material thickness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGauge range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTested thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11–26 ga\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.020\"–0.118\" (0.5–3.0 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11–25 ga\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.020\"–0.118\" (0.5–3.0 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanized steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11–26 ga\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.020\"–0.118\" (0.5–3.0 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–24 ga\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.020\"–0.059\" (0.5–1.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual welding results may vary by alloy, joint fit-up, shielding gas, filler wire, and welding parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStart faster with 300+ guided presets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the material and thickness on the 7-inch display to load a recommended starting preset. The guided Material → Thickness → Weld workflow helps reduce setup time, trial-and-error adjustments, and dependence on manual parameter selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdjust key settings from the gun\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine-tune laser power, scan width, wire-feed speed, feeding, and retraction directly from the gun-side display. Make adjustments closer to the workpiece without repeatedly returning to the main unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePortable power for shop and mobile jobs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 33 lb for the main unit, the AIR 500 is easier to carry between workstations, garages, and mobile job sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe machine supports 110–240V AC input and a compatible 48V portable power supply, giving you greater flexibility when fixed shop power is not practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3-in-1 laser welding in one compact system\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ARCLUME AIR 500 combines precision welding, targeted surface cleaning, and light cutting in one compact fiber laser machine. Handle more everyday metalworking tasks without investing in multiple separate systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecision laser welding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduce controlled welds on stainless steel, carbon steel, galvanized steel, and aluminum with reduced heat distortion on thin material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTargeted laser cleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove localized rust, oxidation, and surface contamination when preparing smaller areas for welding or repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight laser cutting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerform light cutting and trimming on compatible thin sheet metal. The cutting function is designed as a supporting capability rather than a replacement for a dedicated laser cutter machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAir-cooled and ready to work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated air-cooling system eliminates the need for an external water chiller, coolant tank, or fluid loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith fewer external components to connect and maintain, the AIR 500 is faster to set up, easier to transport, and better suited to space-limited workshops and mobile jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpot, pulse and continuous welding modes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the welding mode that matches the joint, material and desired weld appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpot welding mode\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate controlled tack welds and localized spot welds for positioning, small repairs and short joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFish scale welding mode\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImprove heat control and weld appearance when working with thin or heat-sensitive material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContinuous welding mode\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete longer seams with consistent laser output and faster travel speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eARCLUME AIR 500 specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated laser power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaser type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber laser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThin-metal welding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelding, cleaning and cutting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir cooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal water chiller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7-inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarting presets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110–240V AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMobile power support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible 48V portable power supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain unit weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 33 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelding modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpot, pulse, and continuous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel, carbon steel, galvanized steel and aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arccaptain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46434310062137,"sku":"150US060002","price":3999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/8458\/9369\/files\/AIR-500-Handheld-Laser-Welder.jpg?v=1790685191","url":"https:\/\/www.arccaptain.com\/products\/arclume-air-500-laser-welder","provider":"Arccaptain Welder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}