High-Power Semiconductor Lasers with Adjustable Spot Size

High Power Diode Lasers – Engineered for Industrial Excellence

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Any Size. Any Shape. Perfect Uniformity.

Up to 10kW of direct semiconductor laser – a versatile tool for surface treatment and additive manufacturing

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VSL-915&976-300-15100

300W Variable Spot Laser Heating System

  • Compact, precise, and versatile — delivers 300 W power at 915 & 976 nm with an adjustable spot (1.2 – 10 mm) for uniform, efficient heating.
  • Ideal for composite preheating, wafer processing, and surface activation.

VSL-915&976-2000 Series

2000W Beam-Tunable Diode Laser

  • High-power, high-precision laser heating at 915 nm / 976 nm with an adjustable rectangular beam (4.5 × 27 mm) for uniform energy distribution.
  • Optimized for material heating, composite preforming, and surface treatment with 240 mm / 450 mm working distances and a compact, integration-ready design.
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3000W diode laser system

V1-C-3KW-15-554.5-S1

2000–3000W Beam-Tunable Diode Laser System

  • Delivers up to 3000 W of precise, efficient heating at 915 nm / 976 nm.
  • Features an adjustable rectangular beam (4.5 × 12–52 mm) and 240 mm / 320 mm working distances for flexible, uniform thermal processing.
  • Ideal for material heating, composite forming, and surface treatment in demanding industrial environments.

QW-6KW-LC-5-403

6000W Beam-Tunable Laser Cladding System

  • Delivers up to 6000 W of high-efficiency laser power at 915 nm / 976 nm for advanced heating and cladding applications.
  • Features an adjustable rectangular beam (3 × 5–40 mm) and 260 mm working distance for precise, uniform energy control.
  • Ideal for laser cladding, surface alloying, and high-temperature material processing.
6000W diode laser system

VIV-6000

6000W Fixed-Spot Diode Laser Heating System

  • High-power 6000 W laser system operating at 915 / 976 nm, featuring a fixed rectangular beam (50 × 200 mm) for large-area, uniform heating.

  • Engineered for material heating, surface treatment, and vision-assisted inspection processes requiring stable, consistent illumination and temperature control.

VIV-12000W

12kW Adjustable Spot Laser Heating System

  • Easily adjust the spot size from 500×500 mm to 500×600 mm to match different heating requirements, enabling greater process flexibility and improved production efficiency.

  • Delivers 12kW stable output with 10–100% power adjustment, ensuring uniform large-area heating and consistent thermal performance across industrial applications.

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viv-20000W semiconductor laser

VIV-20000W

20kW Large-Area Diode Laser Heating System (600×800 mm Spot)

  • Ultra-Large Uniform Heating Area
    Delivers a 600×800 mm rectangular spot for efficient large-area processing, reducing cycle time and improving production throughput.

  • High-Power Stable Industrial Performance
    With 20kW output and precise 10–100% power control, the system ensures consistent heating quality for demanding industrial applications.

High-Power Lasers, Flexible Beam Control

From precision micro-heating to large-area processing, achieve unmatched flexibility and efficiency with our adjustable beam technology.

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General Application For High Power Diode Lasers

High-power semiconductor lasers are widely used in advanced industrial and scientific applications, providing stable, efficient, and reliable laser sources for demanding environments.

Key Benefits of Our High Power Diode Lasers

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Save Energy & Costs

Over 50% efficiency, up to 65%, reducing power use and meeting green manufacturing standards.

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Get Stable Output

Consistent power for precise, repeatable results in demanding industrial processes.

Choose Your Beam Shape

Uniform rectangular, linear, or circular beams with sharp edges and >95% uniformity.

Cover Multiple Applications

Ideal for laser cladding, laser shock peening, laser quenching, laser welding, laser drying, and surface treatment.

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Rely on Proven Reliability

Passed shock, vibration, temperature, and humidity tests for long-term stability in harsh

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Integrate Faster

Modular design with full technical support for quick setup and smooth production start.

Why Choose Vivlaser

With 20 years of deep industry experience in diode laser technology,
Vivlaser stands as your trusted partner for innovative, reliable, and customizable laser solutions.

What Sets Us Apart?

Choose Vivlaser—where reliability, scale, and proven performance power your business.

Customized Solutions To Fit Your Needs

Wavelength, power, and beam shape—all fully customizable to match your application requirements.

Custom Power Levels up to 10kW

Delivering flexible high-power options, from low-watt modules to ultra-high outputs up to 10kW

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Custom Beam Shapes

Select from flat-top, round, matrix (fractional), or rectangular beam profiles—customized to your exact application requirements.

FAQs

Laser heating uses concentrated laser energy to heat materials more precisely and efficiently than traditional electric heating.

Unlike electric heating that warms the whole workpiece, laser heating targets only the needed area, saving energy and avoiding overheating.

It has >50% electro-optical conversion efficiency, meaning less power consumption and lower electricity bills.

Metals, ceramics, glass, thin films, plastics, powders, and composites can all be heated or processed with lasers.

It’s widely used in metal processing, electronics, new energy batteries, automotive, aerospace, and medical manufacturing.

Yes. In many cases, laser heating offers faster response, lower energy use, and more uniform temperature control.

By cutting power use 20–40%, improving product yield, and reducing rework and maintenance downtime.

It means the laser spot size and shape can be tuned, so the heating area matches different materials or process needs.

Uniform energy distribution prevents hot spots and temperature gaps, improving quality and consistency.

Yes. In electrode drying, laser heating reduces energy use by ~30% and increases product yield.

What Are Clients Saying

“Vivlaser’s high-power modules are very stable under continuous heating applications. We use their unit in our laser hardening systems — solid performance and good thermal control.”

Andreas Keller

Engineering Manager

“We integrate Vivlaser’s 2000W modules for metal cladding. The beam consistency is reliable, and their fiber-coupled design makes system setup efficient. Good value for industrial use.”

Chen Hao

Founder

“We tested Vivlaser’s diode laser in thermal coating experiments. The output was stable even at high duty cycles. Their team supported our optical setup with fast feedback.”

Dr. Louis Tremblay

Principal Investigator

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High-Power Semiconductor Laser Selection Guide 2025

Worried your current thermal processing is eating energy and limiting growth?

This guide helps you understand what kilowatt-level semiconductor lasers can do, and whether it’s time to switch.

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Let’s break down this misunderstood but increasingly vital technology—from what it is, to what problems it solves, how it compares, and how to evaluate your next step.

Are Your Current Heating or Processing Methods Holding You Back?

Industrial engineers and buyers often overlook just how much they lose with traditional systems.

Excessive energy bills, inconsistent heating, long warm-up times, and lack of control are all signs your current solution is holding you back.

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Electric resistance coils, hot air blowers, and IR lamps may have worked before, but they struggle to meet today’s demands for:

  • High-speed production
  • Precise thermal profiles
  • Energy efficiency and sustainability
  • Flexible processing of different materials

If any of these pain points sound familiar, you’re not alone. And there is a better way.

What Is a Kilowatt-Level Semiconductor Laser – And Why Is It Different?

You might know lasers are used in cutting or welding, but heating and drying?

A kilowatt-level semiconductor laser is a direct-diode system that converts electrical energy into laser energy with >50% efficiency, ideal for fast, controllable, and localized thermal processing.

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Unlike CO2 or fiber lasers used for cutting, these systems are optimized for thermal delivery, not ablation. Their beam can be shaped into flexible, uniform patterns to heat surfaces precisely—without contact, thermal inertia, or wasted energy.

Vivlaser’s kilowatt-class modules are compact, scalable, and easy to integrate into automated lines.

What Problems Can It Solve That Other Methods Can't?

Laser heating is not just another option. In many cases, it’s the only way to meet modern requirements.

This technology solves energy waste, uneven heating, process rigidity, and complex material compatibility all at once.

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Key problems solved:

  • Non-uniform heating: Traditional methods heat broadly; lasers heat exactly where needed.
  • Overheating risk: Laser spot control avoids thermal hotspots and dead zones.
  • Slow process speed: High-intensity, instantly available energy shortens cycles.
  • High energy use: Electro-optical efficiency >50% reduces electricity needs.
  • Lack of process flexibility: Adjustable beam and power suit multiple materials and formats.
  • Limited process capabilities: Enables not just heating, but also precision laser welding, laser quenching (hardening), and laser cladding, which are difficult to control with conventional systems.

Laser welding offers deep penetration and high-speed joining with minimal thermal deformation. Laser quenching provides localized surface hardening without the need for complex furnace setups. Laser cladding enables wear-resistant coatings to be applied with minimal dilution, making it ideal for part repair and surface enhancement.

Typical Application Scenarios – Where Do These Lasers Excel?

If your process involves heating, drying, bonding, or welding—there’s a use case.

Semiconductor lasers can be applied to everything from battery foils to composite panels to plastic films.

Different Materials
Material Type Common Use Case Industry
Battery Foils Drying, heat activation New energy (Li-ion)
Thin Films Uniform drying, heat sealing Electronics, packaging
Metal Sheets Pre-heating, laser welding, structural bonding Automotive, aerospace
Ceramics/Glass Sintering, surface hardening, laser quenching Electronics, defense
Powder Coatings Laser sintering, laser cladding, surface remanufacturing Additive manufacturing, tools
Composites Bonding, localized heating Sports equipment, aerospace

Each of these processes benefits from the laser’s ability to deliver energy precisely and efficiently, reduce thermal damage, and increase process control.

How Does It Compare with Traditional Heating Methods?

Not all heating is equal—especially when you put cost and control side by side.

Laser heating offers higher efficiency, better control, and fewer production bottlenecks compared to electric coils or fiber lasers.

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Process Type Efficiency Process Speed Precision Control Energy Use Flexibility
Electric Resistance Low (~30%) Slow Poor High Limited
Infrared Lamps Medium (35-40%) Medium Inconsistent Moderate Limited spot control
Fiber Lasers Medium (30%) High Moderate Moderate Limited wavelength & spot shape
Semiconductor Lasers High (>50%) Very High Excellent Low Fully programmable

With a high power diode laser system, you heat exactly what you need—when and where it matters—without compromising adjacent areas or wasting energy on non-critical zones.

What to Consider Before Choosing a Laser Solution?

This isn’t just about buying a component—it’s about solving a process.

Consider application fit, power requirements, integration complexity, and supplier support before committing.

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Key factors:

  • Power density: Ensure the system matches your material’s thermal characteristics.
  • Beam shaping: Do you need a round spot, line focus, or custom matrix?
  • Thermal load: Evaluate cooling systems to ensure long-term reliability.
  • Control compatibility: Match communication needs (e.g. analog, RS232, CAN).
  • Customization: Choose a vendor who supports rapid prototyping and adaptation.
  • Support model: Fast delivery, spare parts, training, and failure diagnostics.

Why Choose Vivlaser?

Not all lasers are created equal. Experience, reliability, and engineering support matter.

Vivlaser specializes in kilowatt-level semiconductor lasers with proven reliability, short lead times, and engineering support built for OEMs and system integrators.

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What sets Vivlaser apart:

  • 16,000+ hours lifetime validation across high-power modules
  • Configurable wavelength locking (e.g. 878.6nm, 976nm, 915nm)
  • Custom fiber core sizes (50-400μm) and beam shaping (round, flat-top, matrix)
  • Quick R&D cycles and application consulting
  • On-site and remote technical support within 24 hours
  • Full support for heating, welding, quenching, and cladding workflows

Ready to Explore Laser-Based Efficiency for Your Factory?

This is more than a component upgrade—it’s a production rethink.

If your current heating or joining method is limiting productivity or energy goals, Vivlaser can help you switch to faster, smarter, more efficient laser-based solutions.

Let’s talk. Tell us about your process, and we’ll help you find the right laser system to match.

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