DenaliWeld Jet 2000 Air-Cooled 2000W Handheld Laser Welder

Weld 1/4" Stainless and Aluminum on Single-Phase Shop Power — Then Clean the Seam With the Same Gun

The DenaliWeld Jet 2000 puts 2,000W of air-cooled fiber laser on a rolling cart, runs at a 100% duty cycle on 220V single-phase power, and ships ready to weld with wire feeder, helmet and regulator included.

Most shops that look at laser welding hit the same two walls. The first is power: plenty of 2kW-class machines want three-phase service the building doesn't have. The second is the chiller: a water-cooled welder means a second unit, coolant, hoses, and a machine that has to stay inside a heated building. The Jet 2000 removes both. It draws 7.7 kW on 220V single-phase, and its air-cooled fiber laser source needs no external chiller, so it rolls to the job on its own cart.

What you get in return is the reason fabricators switch from TIG in the first place: a narrow, focused heat input that joins stainless steel, aluminum and mild steel with very little distortion or discoloration, at travel speeds a hand-fed TIG torch cannot match. DenaliWeld assembles the Jet 2000 in Elgin, Illinois, keeps parts and consumables in stock at its U.S. facility, and backs it with a 3-year parts and labor warranty.

Run Full Power All Shift Without Waiting for the Machine to Cool Down

The Jet 2000 is built on DenaliWeld's patented CUAL mosaic laser source, which the company rates for stable full-power output across -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F) and a 100% duty cycle. Duty cycle is where many air-cooled welders fall short: they deliver rated power for a few minutes, then throttle back to protect the source. DenaliWeld pairs its source with 976nm pump diodes, which it rates at about 45% power-transfer efficiency against under 20% for older 915nm pumps. Less wasted energy means less heat to remove, which is what lets an air-cooled cabinet hold continuous output. In practice, an operator can run a long seam or a batch of brackets without pausing for the machine, and the same unit works in an unheated bay in January or a hot shop in July.

Weld, Clean and Prep Seams Without Switching Tools

The 3-in-1 laser head handles welding, seam cleaning and remote cleaning from the same 900 g gun. Before a weld, the cleaning mode strips oil, oxide or light rust from the joint, which matters most on aluminum, where an oxide layer is the most common cause of porous welds. After the weld, seam-cleaning mode removes heat tint from stainless so the part does not need a separate pickling or brushing step. A traditional workflow uses a grinder, a wire wheel and chemical cleaner for the same three jobs. The head's independent air-cooled channel keeps it stable through long runs, and an optional physical emergency stop on the handle can be hit with a gloved hand.

Fill Gaps and Build Fillets Without Feeding Rod by Hand

Autogenous laser welds only work when the joint fits tightly. Real parts rarely do, so the Jet 2000 ships with DenaliWeld's automatic push-pull wire feeder, which supports wire from 0.8 mm to 2.0 mm (0.030" to 5/64") and can run double-wire feeding for wider gaps and larger fillets. Wire arrives at the weld pool at a steady rate set on the controller, instead of being dabbed in by hand the way TIG filler rod is. The result is a consistent bead on hand-cut parts, out-of-square fit-ups and repair work, where a fixed-gap autogenous weld would undercut or blow through. The feeder's physical control button is sized for gloved hands.

Get Repeatable Welds From Day One With One-Click Presets

Laser welding's learning curve sits mostly in the settings, not the hand skill. The Jet 2000's monitor and PLC control system stores preset parameters by metal and thickness, so a new operator selects a job and pulls the trigger. Experienced welders can still adjust power, laser frequency, wobble width and frequency, PWM and wire feed from the same screen. The built-in welding log records weld time, power and speed, which gives a shop owner the data to track consumable use, verify process settings and estimate job cost. That turns the welder from a skilled-operator tool into a station several people on a crew can run consistently.

Move the Welder to the Work, Not the Work to the Welder

Because there is no chiller to drag along, the Jet 2000, its wire feeder and a gas cylinder ride together on the included cart. The machine measures 28.9 x 17 x 34.8 inches and weighs about 163 lb, and its 10 m (32.8 ft) fiber cable gives the operator room to reach large weldments, railings or installed equipment without repositioning the cart for every seam. For fabricators who weld on-site as well as in the shop, that combination of single-phase power, no coolant and a long reach is what makes a 2kW laser practical outside the building.

Grow Into Robotic Welding Without Buying a New Laser

The Jet 2000 is automation ready. With DenaliWeld's ROBOX™ interface, the same laser source can switch from handheld operation to a cobot or robot cell at the push of a button. A shop can start with manual welding, learn the process on real jobs, and later add a collaborative robot for repeat production while keeping the laser it already owns. Most handheld welders treat automation as a separate machine purchase; here it is an upgrade path, which protects the investment as volume grows.

Buy a Machine Built and Supported in the U.S.

DenaliWeld is an employee-owned manufacturer that designs its own laser sources, control systems and coolers, and assembles every machine in Illinois. The Jet 2000 has passed SGS, CE (MD, EMC) and WPQR certification. DenaliWeld also stocks parts, accessories and consumables at its U.S. facility, so a protective lens or nozzle is a domestic shipment rather than an overseas order, and its modular design lets many repairs be handled by swapping a module under the guidance of DenaliWeld's technicians.

What's in the Box

• DenaliWeld Jet 2000 air-cooled laser welding machine with 3-in-1 laser head and 10 m fiber cable
• Machine cart
• Single automatic wire feeder
• 10 protective lenses
• Laser-safe welding helmet
• Welding torch stand
• Remote cleaning kit
• Nozzle kit
• Gas regulator

Specifications

The DenaliWeld Jet 2000 is assembled in Elgin, Illinois, certified to SGS, CE (MD, EMC) and WPQR, and covered by DenaliWeld's 3-year parts and labor warranty, with a 75-day return window through The Maker's Chest. Download the Jet Series 3-in-1 user manual (PDF).

The Maker's Chest Difference

• 🇺🇸 Authorized DenaliWeld distributor: DenaliWeld's warranty only covers new machines sold by DenaliWeld or an authorized dealer, so your 3-year coverage is intact from day one
• 🛠️ 3-year parts and labor warranty on the full machine, with The Maker's Chest helping you open and follow a claim with DenaliWeld's U.S. tech support
• ↩️ 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
• ⚡ Electrical check before you order: we confirm your 220V single-phase circuit can carry the Jet 2000's 35A draw so the machine runs the day it arrives
• 📏 Honest sizing advice: if your work is mostly 1/4" and under, we will tell you the Jet 2000 is enough rather than upsell you to the Jet 3000
• 📦 Complete kit pricing: cart, wire feeder, helmet, torch stand, remote cleaning kit, nozzles, 10 lenses and regulator are included in the price shown
• 💬 U.S.-based support from The Maker's Chest on setup questions, consumables and safety equipment, alongside DenaliWeld's own technicians

Compare the DenaliWeld Laser Welder Lineup

Choose the Jet 2000 if most of your work is sheet and plate up to 1/4" and your shop runs on single-phase 220V power.

Choose the Jet 3000 if you regularly weld up to 3/8" stainless or aluminum and have 480V three-phase service available.

Choose the CR 4000 if you want the highest output in the lineup, dual-wire filling for wide joints, and a water-cooled system built around long production shifts.

Frequently Asked Questions about the DenaliWeld Jet 2000

Q: What's the difference between the Jet 2000 and the Jet 3000?
A: Both are air-cooled 3-in-1 machines with the same head, controller and 10 m cable. The Jet 2000 delivers 2,000W, is rated for welds up to 1/4" stainless and aluminum, and runs on 220V single-phase. The Jet 3000 delivers 3,000W, is rated up to 3/8", welds up to 41.3 in/min, and requires 480V three-phase power. The Jet 3000 costs $10,000 more.

Q: What metals can the Jet 2000 weld?
A: DenaliWeld positions the Jet series for stainless steel, aluminum and mild steel, with a rated capacity of up to 1/4" stainless and aluminum. Thinner sheet welds faster and with less heat input; for thick sections at the top of the range, plan on wire feed and multiple passes where the joint design calls for it.

Q: What electrical service does the Jet 2000 need?
A: The Jet 2000 runs on AC 220V single-phase, draws up to 35A, and consumes about 7.7 kW. DenaliWeld recommends a licensed electrician wire the circuit following NEC Article 630 for welding equipment.

Q: Do I need welding experience to use a handheld laser welder?
A: No certification is required. The one-click presets set power, wobble and wire feed for common metals and thicknesses, so new operators produce consistent welds quickly. DenaliWeld does state that its machines are intended for trained professional users, and it offers laser safety training.

Q: What shielding gas does the Jet 2000 use?
A: The Jet 2000 flows shielding gas at 10–15 L/min (0.35–0.53 ft³/min) and includes a regulator. Argon is the usual choice for stainless and aluminum laser welding; confirm the gas for your specific alloy with your gas supplier.

Q: Is the Jet 2000 safe to use in a shop with other people around?
A: It is a Class 4 fiber laser, so the weld area needs laser-safe eye protection (a laser-safe helmet is included), a controlled work zone or laser safety curtains, and bystanders kept out of the beam path. The machine adds a security lock and safety button, and the head offers an optional physical emergency stop.

Q: Can the Jet 2000 clean rust and paint as well as weld?
A: Yes. The 3-in-1 head switches between welding, seam cleaning and remote cleaning. It is well suited to pre-weld joint prep and post-weld discoloration removal. For large-area rust and paint stripping as a main job, a dedicated laser cleaning machine is the faster tool.

Q: Is the warranty valid when I buy through The Maker's Chest?
A: Yes. DenaliWeld's 3-year parts and labor warranty covers new machines bought from an authorized distributor, which The Maker's Chest is. Repairs are done at DenaliWeld's U.S. facility, and shipping to and from it is the owner's responsibility.

Q: Can I add a robot to the Jet 2000 later?
A: Yes. The Jet 2000 is compatible with DenaliWeld's ROBOX™ interface, which switches the laser from handheld use to a cobot or robot cell without replacing the laser source.

Q: What is the return policy on the Jet 2000?
A: Purchases from The Maker's Chest include our 75-day return window. If the Jet 2000 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 from The Maker's Chest instead of directly from DenaliWeld?
A: You pay the same price, and the machine carries the same 3-year DenaliWeld warranty, because The Maker's Chest is an authorized distributor. You also get a 75-day return window, plus a U.S. team that helps you size the machine to your material and electrical service before you order, and that stays in the loop on setup and warranty questions after delivery.

DenaliWeld Jet 2000 Specifications:

The DenaliWeld Jet 2000 is covered by DenaliWeld's 3-year parts and labor warranty, which applies to the EZ, Jet and CR series when purchased new from an authorized distributor such as The Maker's Chest. Warranty repairs are performed at DenaliWeld's designated U.S. repair facility; shipping to and from the facility is the owner's responsibility. Fiber cables and laser heads are covered against manufacturing defects, while consumables such as protective lenses and nozzles are covered only for defects present at delivery.

Purchases from The Maker's Chest include our 75-day return window.

Download the Jet Series 3-in-1 user manual (PDF)