Strip Heavy Rust, Paint and Mill Scale Without Sandblasting Media, Chemicals or Cleanup
The DenaliWeld Jet 2000 Laser Cleaning Machine uses a 2,000W continuous fiber laser scanning at up to 20,000 mm/s, runs on 220V single-phase power, and needs no water chiller.
Sandblasting, wire wheels and chemical strippers all share the same hidden cost: the cleanup. Blast media has to be contained and swept up, grinding throws dust and removes base metal, and strippers leave hazardous waste to dispose of. A laser cleaner removes the contaminant itself, vaporizing rust, paint and scale off the surface and leaving the substrate behind, with no consumable media and nothing to collect except the fumes your extraction captures.
The Jet 2000 is DenaliWeld's high-power, cleaning-only configuration. Its 2,000W continuous source is built for throughput on heavy corrosion and thick coatings on steel, and its air-cooled design runs on single-phase power without a chiller. DenaliWeld assembles it in Elgin, Illinois and backs it with a 3-year parts and labor warranty.
Clear Large, Heavily Corroded Areas Faster
Cleaning speed with a laser is a function of average power: the more energy delivered per second, the more rust and coating the beam can ablate per pass. At 2,000W of continuous output, the Jet 2000 sits at the high end of handheld cleaners, well above the 100W to 500W pulsed units common in the market. DenaliWeld rates its laser source for reliable continuous operation from -10°C to 40°C, so it holds that output through long jobs. On structural steel, trailers, equipment frames and weld prep, that translates to far more square feet per hour, which is the number that decides whether a laser can replace blasting on a job.
Reach Deep Surfaces and Uneven Parts From a Comfortable Distance
The Jet 2000's fiber laser cleaning head uses an 800 mm (31.5 in) focal length, which gives the operator a long working distance and a forgiving depth of focus on curved, pitted or recessed surfaces. Its extended protective-lens nozzle keeps smoke and debris away from the optics, which DenaliWeld designed to extend lens life and cut consumable cost. The head weighs about 980 g (2.16 lb) and has an ergonomically contoured grip, so an operator can work through a long session without the fatigue that comes with grinders and blast hoses.
Set Up a Job in Seconds With One-Click Presets
The monitor and PLC control system stores preset cleaning parameters, so an operator selects a program and starts cleaning. Power, frequency and scan width up to 80 mm (3.15 in) can be adjusted from the capacitive touchscreen for specific coatings, and the system shows status and alarm notifications in real time. That makes the machine usable by a general shop crew rather than one trained specialist, which is what lets laser cleaning become a routine step instead of a special project.
Protect Your Base Material While Removing the Coating
Abrasive blasting and grinding remove contaminant and substrate together, which thins metal, changes surface profile and can damage precision fits. A laser cleaner works selectively: the coating or oxide absorbs the energy and is ablated, while the underlying metal reflects most of it. Because the Jet 2000 is a continuous-wave laser, it delivers more heat into the part than a pulsed MOPA cleaner, so it is best matched to steel structures, castings and heavier sections rather than thin sheet or delicate finishes. For those, DenaliWeld's 300W Jet MOPA is the better tool.
Cut Out Consumables, Containment and Chemical Disposal
Laser cleaning needs electricity, shielding gas at 15–20 L/min and a protective lens now and then. There is no blast media to buy, contain and dispose of, no solvent or acid stripper, and no secondary cleanup of grit lodged in machinery. For maintenance teams and fabrication shops that clean regularly, removing those recurring costs and the cleanup labor is often what pays the machine back, alongside the time saved on each job.
Buy From a U.S. Manufacturer That Stocks Its Own Parts
DenaliWeld is an employee-owned laser manufacturer that designs its own laser sources and control systems and assembles in Illinois. It keeps parts and consumables in stock at its U.S. facility and builds its machines in modules, so service is typically a part swap guided by DenaliWeld's technicians. Its machines carry SGS and CE certification.
What's in the Box
- DenaliWeld Jet 2000 air-cooled laser cleaning machine with fiber laser cleaning head and 10 m fiber cable
- Machine cart
- 10 protective lenses
- Laser-safe helmet
- Torch stand
- Gas regulator
Specifications
| Laser Power |
2,000W |
| Laser Type |
Continuous-wave fiber laser |
| Laser Wavelength |
1060–1100 nm |
| Laser Mode |
Continuous / modulated |
| Fiber Cable Length |
Approx. 10 m (32.8 ft) |
| Positioning |
Laser red dot |
| Gas Flow |
15–20 L/min (0.53–0.71 ft³/min) |
| Input Voltage |
220V single-phase |
| Rated Current |
29A |
| Power Consumption |
7 kW |
| Frequency |
50/60 Hz |
| Focal Length |
800 mm (31.5 in) |
| Cleaning Swing Width |
Up to 80 mm (3.15 in) |
| Scan Speed |
0–20,000 mm/s (0–800 in/s) |
| Cleaning Head Weight |
Approx. 980 g (2.16 lb) |
| Head Operating Mode |
Security lock + safety button |
| Cooling System |
Air cooling |
| Operating Environment |
-10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F) |
| Control |
Monitor + PLC, capacitive touchscreen |
| Assembly |
Assembled in Elgin, Illinois, USA |
| Warranty |
3 Years parts and labor |
| Part Number |
DEN-AC005 |
The DenaliWeld Jet 2000 Laser Cleaning Machine is assembled in Elgin, Illinois and covered by DenaliWeld's 3-year parts and labor warranty, with a 75-day return window through The Maker's Chest.
The Maker's Chest Difference
- 🇺🇸 Authorized DenaliWeld distributor: DenaliWeld's warranty only covers new machines sold through authorized dealers, so your 3-year coverage is intact
- 🛠️ 3-year parts and labor warranty with The Maker's Chest helping you work through any claim with DenaliWeld's U.S. technicians
- ↩️ 75-day return window on every DenaliWeld machine bought through The Maker's Chest, a level of protection DenaliWeld does not offer on direct purchases
- 🔍 Continuous or pulsed? Send us photos of your parts and coatings and we will tell you whether the 2000W continuous or the 300W MOPA fits the job
- ⚡ Electrical check before you order: we confirm your 220V single-phase circuit can carry the 29A draw
- 🌬️ Fume and safety planning: laser cleaning creates fumes and needs a controlled zone, and we help you plan extraction and laser safety before the machine arrives
- 💬 U.S.-based support from The Maker's Chest on setup and consumables, alongside DenaliWeld's own team
Compare DenaliWeld Laser Cleaning Machines
| Spec |
Jet 2000 (continuous) |
Jet MOPA (pulsed) |
| Laser power |
2,000W |
300W |
| Laser mode |
Continuous / modulated |
Pulse / continuous (MOPA) |
| Best at |
Fast removal of heavy rust, thick paint and scale on steel |
Precise, low-heat cleaning on delicate, thin or non-metal surfaces |
| Scan speed |
0–20,000 mm/s |
0–60,000 mm/s |
| Cleaning swing width |
Up to 80 mm (3.15 in) |
Up to 350 mm (13.8 in) |
| Focal length |
800 mm (31.5 in) |
210 mm (8.27 in) |
| Fiber cable |
10 m (32.8 ft) |
5 m (16.4 ft) |
| Input power |
220V single-phase, 29A, 7 kW |
220V single-phase, 6A, 1.3 kW |
| Price |
$24,999 |
$31,999 |
Choose the Jet 2000 if your main job is stripping heavy rust, mill scale and thick coatings from steel structures, equipment or frames, and speed per square foot matters most.
Choose the Jet MOPA if you clean molds, thin sheet, aluminum, stainless or non-metal surfaces where heat input, discoloration or base-material damage would be a problem.
Frequently Asked Questions about the DenaliWeld Jet 2000 Laser Cleaning Machine
Q: What's the difference between the Jet 2000 and the Jet MOPA laser cleaner?
A: The Jet 2000 is a 2,000W continuous-wave cleaner built for fast removal of heavy rust and thick coatings on steel. The Jet MOPA is a 300W pulsed cleaner that delivers short, controlled pulses for precise, low-heat cleaning on delicate surfaces, thin sheet and non-metals. The Jet 2000 is faster on heavy work; the MOPA is gentler on the part.
Q: What can the Jet 2000 laser cleaner remove?
A: It removes rust, paint, mill scale, oxide layers and surface contaminants, and it is well suited to weld prep. It performs best on steel and other robust metals, where its continuous power gives the highest throughput.
Q: Will a 2000W laser cleaner damage the metal underneath?
A: Laser cleaning removes the coating far more selectively than blasting or grinding. Because a continuous laser puts more heat into the part than a pulsed one, keep the Jet 2000 for heavier sections and use a pulsed MOPA cleaner for thin sheet, polished surfaces or heat-sensitive parts.
Q: What power does the Jet 2000 cleaning machine need?
A: It runs on 220V single-phase power, draws about 29A and consumes roughly 7 kW. Have a licensed electrician confirm the circuit before installation.
Q: Does the Jet 2000 cleaner need a water chiller?
A: No. It is fully air-cooled, so there is no chiller, coolant or freeze protection to manage.
Q: Does laser cleaning need gas or consumables?
A: It uses gas at 15–20 L/min to protect the optics and replaceable protective lenses; 10 lenses and a regulator are included. There is no blast media or chemical stripper to buy.
Q: Is laser cleaning safe?
A: The Jet 2000 is a Class 4 laser. Use laser-rated eye protection (a laser-safe helmet is included), control the work zone with barriers or laser curtains, and run fume extraction, since removed coatings become airborne particulate. The head uses a security lock and safety button.
Q: Is the warranty valid when I buy through The Maker's Chest?
A: Yes. The Maker's Chest is an authorized DenaliWeld distributor, so the 3-year parts and labor warranty applies. Repairs are handled at DenaliWeld's U.S. facility; shipping to and from it is the owner's responsibility.
Q: What is the return policy on the Jet 2000 cleaning machine?
A: Purchases from The Maker's Chest include our 75-day return window. If the Jet 2000 cleaning machine is not the right fit for your shop, contact us within 75 days of delivery to arrange a return.
Q: Why buy the Jet 2000 cleaning machine from The Maker's Chest instead of directly from DenaliWeld?
A: The price is the same and the 3-year DenaliWeld warranty applies in full, because The Maker's Chest is an authorized distributor. You also get a 75-day return window and a U.S. team that helps you choose between continuous and pulsed cleaning for your actual parts before you buy, and that supports setup, consumables and warranty questions afterward.
