High-Pressure / Laser Compressor Series (16 bar)
Laser Boy · Laser Station · Laser Grid — dedicated 16 bar compressed air and nitrogen-feed systems engineered for fiber laser cutting, thick-plate processing and high-pressure assist-gas applications.
AirSpace high-pressure laser compressor series, engineered for 16 bar fiber laser assist-gas supply.
Direct Answer
A 16 bar air compressor for laser cutting delivers the higher pressure that fiber laser assist-gas and nitrogen-feed systems require, with the flow stability to protect cut quality. AirSpace Machinery engineers this series in three configurations: Laser Boy (single 16 bar unit), Laser Station (16 bar 4-in-1 integrated station) and Laser Grid (16 bar high-power networked cluster).
Series Overview
| Series | Configuration | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Boy | 16 bar single compressor | Single laser machines, compact footprint, high value per unit |
| Laser Station | 16 bar 4-in-1 integrated station | Compressor + dryer + filtration + storage in one engineered package |
| Laser Grid | 16 bar high-power networked cluster | Multi-laser facilities, thick-plate continuous cutting, high total flow |
Why 16 Bar for Laser Cutting?
- Higher assist-gas pressure — supports piercing, thick-plate cutting and faster edge-quality results where the laser OEM specification requires it.
- Nitrogen-feed capability — a 16 bar air supply can feed a PSA or membrane nitrogen generation module when the air-side pressure and flow are correctly matched.
- Flow stability — engineered receiver and control logic protect the cutting head from pressure fluctuation.
- Demand matching — PMV/VSD control adjusts output across piercing, cutting, standby and purge cycles instead of running flat-out.
The 35% Energy Delta: A Target, Not a Guarantee
AirSpace uses The 35% Energy Delta as a project comparison framework between PMV/VSD systems and legacy fixed-speed units under variable-demand conditions. Actual results depend on operating hours, load profile, pressure setpoint, leakage, electricity price and baseline equipment condition.
Technical Range — 16 Bar Laser Series
| Series | Power Range | Working Pressure | Indicative FAD | Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser Boy | 10–75 HP | 16 bar | 1.2–9.1 m³/min | Single unit |
| Laser Station | 10–75 HP | 16 bar | 1.2–9.1 m³/min | 4-in-1 integrated (compressor + dryer + filtration + receiver) |
| Laser Grid | Multiple units, high total power | 16 bar | Project-defined total flow | Networked cluster with coordinated control |
FAD should be compared at the stated operating pressure under a consistent test method such as ISO 1217. Final dimensions, weight, voltage, frequency and configuration to be confirmed via RFQ.
Oil-Free vs Oil-Injected at 16 Bar
Pressure rating and oil-free rating are two separate engineering questions:
- True oil-free configuration — the compression chamber avoids oil injection. Its available pressure range must be verified by model; do not assume an oil-free unit reaches 16 bar.
- Oil-injected configuration with filtration — can be engineered for 16 bar laser applications when oil separation, coalescing filtration, activated-carbon treatment where required, dryer and monitoring are correctly designed.
- Air quality — the required class should be aligned with the laser equipment specification and ISO 8573-1. ISO 8573-1 Class 0 should never be inferred from the words "oil-free"; request the certificate, test scope and operating conditions.
Typical Applications
- Carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum fiber laser cutting
- Nitrogen for thick-plate cutting
- Laser head purge and assist-gas supply
- High-pressure metal fabrication workshops
- Multi-laser production facilities
- OEM machine integration projects
FAQ for Procurement Engineers
Can a 16 bar compressor feed a nitrogen generator?
Yes, when the air-side pressure and flow are correctly matched to the nitrogen module's inlet specification. The compressor, regulator, dryer, filters and receiver must be sized as one system.
Can an oil-free compressor reach 16 bar?
Do not assume so. True oil-free units have model-specific pressure limits. If 16 bar is required, confirm the exact oil-free model and performance curve. An oil-injected PMV system with correctly engineered separation and multi-stage filtration may also be suitable.
What nitrogen purity will the system provide?
There is no universal purity promise. Purity is selected according to material, thickness, cutting speed, edge-quality requirements and generator technology. The required value must be recorded in the RFQ and verified by AirSpace engineers.
How quickly can the unit be delivered?
Factory-direct delivery is typically planned within 7–35 days, depending on configuration, testing, documentation and production scheduling.
How do I verify CE and ISO 9001 documentation?
Request the applicable CE Declaration of Conformity and supporting technical documentation. Verify the manufacturer's ISO 9001 certificate scope, validity and issuing body.
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