Aogeo Laser cleaning equipment includes pulsed precision systems, heavy-duty continuous-wave rust and paint removal, handheld units, automated lines, robotic 3D cleaning, mold cleaning, wood and furniture paint removal, and application-specific systems for automotive, semiconductor, electronics, medical, battery and aerospace projects. Power, scan width, extraction, vision and automation are finalized through sample testing and project evaluation.
Pulsed or continuous wave: choose by surface task
The power figures below describe the current product range; they do not mean every substrate, coating or contaminant can be processed safely. Selection must also consider substrate heat sensitivity, layer thickness and adhesion, target surface condition, scan width, takt time, extraction and automation.
| Route | Current product range | Selection boundary |
|---|
| Pulsed laser cleaning | 100–500 W | Prioritized for precision, selective removal or controlled heat input; films, precision parts and sensitive substrates require sample testing. |
| Continuous-wave fiber cleaning | 1000–3000 W | Prioritized for heavy rust, thick paint and larger areas on robust metal surfaces; higher heat input requires checks for temperature, distortion and finish. |
| Handheld cleaning | Configured to the part and site | For high-mix work, distributed stations and operator-accessible areas; results depend on path, standoff and speed consistency. |
| Automated lines / robotic cleaning | Integrated to takt time and coverage | For repeatable paths, complex 3D surfaces and production traceability; evaluate vision, fixtures, extraction, interlocks and monitoring together. |
Boundaries to confirm before selection
- Identify rust, oxide, oil, paint, coating, film or process residue, and define whether the requirement is complete removal or selective cleaning.
- Plastics, composites, thin foils, precision coatings and low-melting substrates usually have narrower safe windows and should not use metal rust-removal settings.
- Wood and furniture paint-removal products include 300, 500 and 1000 W configurations, but heat effect, color and surface integrity still require sample validation.
- Cleaning speed is not the only acceptance metric; confirm residue, roughness, temperature, downstream welding or coating quality and dust collection.
From sample cleaning to project configuration
Review the laser cleaning process guide, then use sample testing and process validation to submit the substrate, contaminant, target surface, treatment area and takt time. For equipment, extraction or automation planning, request sample cleaning and a configuration review.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between pulsed and continuous-wave laser cleaning?
Pulsed systems are generally preferred for precision, selective removal and controlled heat input. Continuous-wave systems are generally preferred for heavy-duty, larger-area work on robust metal surfaces. The substrate, layer and acceptance criteria still determine the final route.
Can laser cleaning damage the substrate?
Yes, if the process window is incorrect. Excess heat or energy density can cause discoloration, roughness changes or material removal. Heat-sensitive materials, thin parts and functional surfaces require sample testing.
Does higher power always mean faster cleaning?
No. Speed also depends on layer thickness, absorption, scan width, overlap, focus, acceptable residue and extraction capacity. Excess power can increase thermal impact.
How do I choose between handheld, automated and robotic cleaning?
Handheld equipment suits high-mix or distributed work. Automated systems suit fixed paths and stable takt time. Robotic systems are considered for complex 3D surfaces, reach and traceability requirements.
What information is needed for sample testing?
Provide the substrate and contaminant, part photos or drawings, treatment area, target surface condition, downstream welding or coating requirements, takt time, and acceptable limits for heat effect and residue.
