CL 500iM — Mid Power laser cleaning system by Adapt LaserMid Power
500W · Mobile & Air-Cooled

CL 500iM

The CL 500iM is a compact, mid-power laser system designed to deliver efficient, high-performance cleaning and surface preparation in a highly mobile format. Combining 500 watts of reliable laser power with a lightweight, air-cooled design, it offers up to 30% socket efficiency while remaining easy to maneuver and simple to operate. Engineered for hand-guided applications, its soft, homogeneous beam ensures precise, controlled processing — making it an ideal solution for everything from rust removal to weld pre- and post-treatment.

The CL 500iM uses a precise, soft laser beam to remove rust, coatings, and residues without harming the underlying surface. Fully air-cooled and easy to handle, it allows continuous operation while the integrated suction nozzle captures smoke and dust. With the cleanTOUCH portal, you can monitor and control the system remotely for safe and efficient laser processing.

Common Uses
  • Laser cleaning
  • Pre-treatment for welding and decoating
  • Post-treatment of welding seams
  • Rust removal
  • Decoating
  • Removal of oxides and residues

CL 500iM Features

  • 01Smaller, lighter, and more efficient than previous mid-power systems
  • 02Beam sources by IPG Photonics, made in Germany
  • 03Up to 30% socket efficiency
  • 04Ideal for hand-guided applications
  • 05Fully air-cooled, lightweight, and low maintenance
  • 06Soft beam with homogeneous profile for gentle yet powerful processing
  • 07All-round shock-protected chassis with lift options and lashing points
  • 08Large castors with parking brakes for easy maneuvering
  • 09Latest cleanTOUCH portal with remote diagnostics
  • 10Single-phase power supply, operable from a standard household socket
  • 11Suction nozzle integrated into the hand-held optics
  • 12Integrated cooling of the handheld optics for continuous 24/7 use

Technical Data

Laser type
Fiber laser
Wavelength
1064 nm (infrared)
Laser class
4
Beam source power
500 W ±5% average
Pulse frequency
50 – 500 kHz
Pulse duration
120 ns
Maximum power input
1.85 kWh
Standard fibre length
7 m
Beam source lifetime
> 100,000 hours (MTBF)
Dimensions (l × w × h)
1090 × 685 × 980 mm
Weight
~99 kg (110 kg incl. fibre and optics)

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Mid Power Laser CL 500iM mobile cleaning laser system

COMMON USES

  • Laser cleaning
  • Pre-treatment for welding and decoating
  • Post-treatment of welding seams
  • Rust removal
  • Decoating
  • Removal of oxides and residues

 

The CL 500iM is a compact, mid-power laser system designed to deliver efficient, high-performance cleaning and surface preparation in a highly mobile format. Combining 500 watts of reliable laser power with a lightweight, air-cooled design, it offers up to 30% socket efficiency while remaining easy to maneuver and simple to operate. Engineered for hand-guided applications, its soft, homogeneous beam ensures precise, controlled processing—making it an ideal solution for everything from rust removal to weld pre- and post-treatment.

The CL 500iM uses a precise, soft laser beam to remove rust, coatings, and residues without harming the underlying surface. Fully air-cooled and easy to handle, it allows continuous operation while the integrated suction nozzle captures smoke and dust. With the cleanTOUCH portal, you can monitor and control the system remotely for safe and efficient laser processing.

CL 500iM laser cleaning rust from a steel pipe
CL 500iM removing rust and coating from a steel pipe.

KEY BENEFITS

  • High Efficiency: Up to 30% socket efficiency for cost-effective operation
  • Soft, Homogeneous Beam: Gentle yet powerful processing for delicate surfaces
  • Fully Air-Cooled: Low maintenance and ready for continuous use
  • Integrated Suction & Cooling: Captures dust, smoke, and vapor while keeping optics cool
  • Safe & Mobile: Shock-protected chassis, large castors, and ergonomic handles
  • Versatile Applications: Laser cleaning, rust removal, welding prep, and post-treatment

CL 500iM FEATURES

  • Smaller, lighter, and more efficient than previous mid-power systems
  • Beam sources by IPG Photonics, made in Germany
  • Up to 30% socket efficiency
  • Ideal for hand-guided applications
  • Fully air-cooled, lightweight, and low maintenance
  • Soft beam with homogeneous profile for gentle yet powerful processing
  • Requires no optical isolator, making the processing optics easy to handle with full reflection
  • All-round shock-protected chassis with lift options for forklifts and cranes, plus lashing points for secure transport
  • Large castors with parking brakes for easy maneuvering
  • Ergonomic, stable grip for pushing and a secure compartment for optics storage
  • Latest cleanTOUCH portal with remote diagnostics
  • Single-phase power supply, operable from a standard household socket
  • Suction nozzle integrated into the hand-held optics for optimal extraction of smoke, vapor, and dust
  • Integrated cooling of the handheld optics for continuous 24/7 use
  • Low maintenance with easy access for protective glass and filter replacement
CL 500iM laser ablation application example
Versatile application range from gentle cleaning to powerful ablation.

CL 500iM TECHNICAL DATA

  • Laser type: Fiber laser
  • Wavelength: 1064 nm (infrared)
  • Laser class: 4
  • Specified power of the beam source: 500 W +/- 5% average laser power
  • Pulse frequency: 50 – 500 kHz
  • Pulse duration: 120 ns
  • Maximum power input: 1.85 kWh
  • Standard fibre length: 7 m
  • Expected beam source lifetime (continuous operation): > 100,000 hours (MTBF)
  • Dimensions (l x w x h with handles): 1090 x 685 x 980 mm
  • Weight: ~99 kg (110 kg incl. optical fibre and optics)
  • Power supply (laser only): 110–230 V +/- 10%, 16 A (single-phase), Schuko; alt. on request (NEMA 5/20 or 6/15) 120 V, 20 A
  • Operating temperature: 8 – 36 °C (max. 38 °C at 50% utilization)
  • Air humidity: < 95%, non-condensing
  • Cooling system: Air, optics with internal liquid cooling
  • Technical availability per DIN: > 98%

CUSTOMIZED LASER SOLUTIONS FOR UNIQUE NEEDS

If your organization has a particular demand that’s unique within your industry, Adapt Laser can design an exclusive, customized cleaning application that fits your needs. We do this by working with multiple robotic options and automation integrators, as well as teaming up with one of our partner companies to build-to-order your laser solution. So, you can use our products with the confidence that what you have is the best laser solution for the job.