{"title":"Handheld Laser Welders","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop Hero Machine Co. handheld laser welders. Compare Darkstar 1200W and 1800W models with integrated single-wire feed and Blaster 700W and 900W models with an included separate single-wire feeder. Preorder at 20% below listed retail, with a 50% deposit option and an approximately six-week factory lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"darkstar-handheld-laser-welder","title":"Darkstar Handheld Laser Welder","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border:2px solid #111;padding:16px;margin:0 0 22px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePREORDER — SAVE 20%.\u003c\/strong\u003e Machines are built to order with an \u003cstrong\u003eapproximately 6-week factory lead time\u003c\/strong\u003e. Your machine is delivered to our Tennessee shop first, where we test-fire and inspect it before final delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Darkstar is our integrated production-class handheld fiber laser welder. Choose 1200W for daily medium-duty fabrication or 1800W for maximum penetration and Turbo capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest for: production shops welding stainless, carbon, galvanized, or aluminum every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your power\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eConservative steel depth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eBest fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDarkstar 1200W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/16\" single pass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily fabrication and medium-duty work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDarkstar 1800W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4\" single pass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-output production and thicker joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRatings are rounded down. We would rather your machine beat the number than miss it.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"hero-penetration-chart-darkstar\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaximum welding penetration by material\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-weight:400\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:400;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:400;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e1200W\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:400;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e1800W\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eCarbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.20 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.27 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.20 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.27 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eGalvanized steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.20 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.27 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.125 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.20 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.15 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.23 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px\"\u003eCopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px\"\u003e0.04 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px\"\u003e0.09 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFactory maximum welding-depth ratings. Actual penetration varies with material grade, joint fit-up, shielding gas, travel speed, and machine settings. Code-governed work requires a qualified welding procedure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIntegrated production platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n5-in-1: spot weld, continuous weld, cut, rust removal, and clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nIntegrated design: laser source, wire feeding, and gas system in one rolling unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nLarge touchscreen with 150 preset process modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFully air-cooled with no external water chiller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard single-phase power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n500-hour continuous-operation torture test at 100% duty cycle on the power supply and gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAdd-ons in the selector\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd the Welding Cart to either power level. The Dual Wire Feeder is available only with the Darkstar 1800W and can be selected alone or together with the cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBacked by Hero Machine Co.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n2-year warranty and lifetime phone support from real people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nTraining included: walk-in or remote sessions on settings, wire, and process modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare parts and consumables stocked in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreorder price locks in today’s 20% machine discount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow the preorder works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect your power level, payment option, and add-ons above. A 50% deposit starts the build. The balance is due before the machine ships to the customer, after our Tennessee test-fire and inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhich Darkstar should I choose? The 1200W is the value choice for daily fabrication. Choose the 1800W when you need 1\/4\" single-pass depth, Turbo capability, or the optional Dual Wire Feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIs laser welding faster than TIG or MIG? Most shops report 2-4x faster welding than TIG on light and medium gauge, with less heat distortion, minimal spatter, and little to no grinding afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat power does it need? Standard single-phase power. No three-phase service is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoes it need a water chiller? No. It is fully air-cooled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat’s the warranty? A 2-year warranty plus lifetime phone support, with parts stocked in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen will my machine arrive? Factory lead time is approximately 6 weeks, followed by test-firing and inspection at our Tennessee shop before delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hero Machine Co.","offers":[{"title":"1200W \/ Pay in Full \/ Machine Only","offer_id":50509415842027,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1200-M-FULL","price":10939.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1200W \/ Pay in Full \/ Welding Cart","offer_id":50509415874795,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1200-C-FULL","price":11788.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1200W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Machine Only","offer_id":50509415645419,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1200-M-DEP","price":5469.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1200W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Welding Cart","offer_id":50509415678187,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1200-C-DEP","price":5894.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800W \/ Pay in Full \/ Machine Only","offer_id":50509415907563,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1800-M-FULL","price":14006.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800W \/ Pay in Full \/ Welding Cart","offer_id":50509415940331,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1800-C-FULL","price":14855.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800W \/ Pay in Full \/ Dual Wire Feeder","offer_id":50509415973099,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1800-F-FULL","price":15723.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800W \/ Pay in Full \/ Dual Wire Feeder + Welding Cart","offer_id":50509416005867,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1800-FC-FULL","price":16572.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Machine Only","offer_id":50509415710955,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1800-M-DEP","price":7003.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Welding Cart","offer_id":50509415743723,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1800-C-DEP","price":7427.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Dual Wire Feeder","offer_id":50509415776491,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1800-F-DEP","price":7861.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Dual Wire Feeder + Welding Cart","offer_id":50509415809259,"sku":"HERO-DARK-1800-FC-DEP","price":8286.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5100\/9259\/files\/08-full-cart-right-original.jpg?v=1790093057"},{"product_id":"blaster-handheld-laser-welder","title":"Blaster Handheld Laser Welder","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border:2px solid #111;padding:16px;margin:0 0 22px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePREORDER — SAVE 20%.\u003c\/strong\u003e Machines are built to order with an \u003cstrong\u003eapproximately 6-week factory lead time\u003c\/strong\u003e. Your machine is delivered to our Tennessee shop first, where we test-fire and inspect it before final delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Blaster is our compact portable handheld fiber laser welder. Choose 700W for light-gauge repair and mobile work or 900W for more penetration while keeping the same one-person portable format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest for: repair technicians, mobile welders, and shops that need portability with real capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your power\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eConservative steel depth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eBest fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlaster 700W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/32\" single pass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight-gauge repair and maximum portability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlaster 900W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/8\" single pass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMobile work with added penetration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRatings are rounded down. We would rather your machine beat the number than miss it.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"hero-penetration-chart-blaster\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaximum welding penetration by material\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-weight:400\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:400;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:400;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e700W\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:400;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e900W\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eCarbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.09 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.13 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.09 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.13 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eGalvanized steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.09 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.13 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.04 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.09 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.06 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e0.09 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px\"\u003eCopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px\"\u003eNot listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px\"\u003eNot listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFactory maximum welding-depth ratings. The source chart does not list copper penetration for the 700W or 900W models. Actual penetration varies with material grade, joint fit-up, shielding gas, travel speed, and machine settings. Code-governed work requires a qualified welding procedure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePortable smart platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFive functions: spot, continuous, and pulse welding plus cutting, rust removal, and cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nOne-person portable power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-inch IPS touchscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n150 streamlined modes plus 128 customizable professional modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nSmart single-wire feeder support with full-size 12-inch spools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFully air-cooled with no external water chiller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard single-phase power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n500-hour continuous-operation torture test at 100% duty cycle on the power supply and gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOptional Welding Cart\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect the Welding Cart in the add-ons menu for either power level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBacked by Hero Machine Co.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n2-year warranty and lifetime phone support from real people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nTraining included: walk-in or remote sessions on settings, wire, and process modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare parts and consumables stocked in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreorder price locks in today’s 20% machine discount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow the preorder works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect your power level, payment option, and add-ons above. A 50% deposit starts the build. The balance is due before the machine ships to the customer, after our Tennessee test-fire and inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhich Blaster should I choose? Choose 700W for the lightest mobile setup. Choose 900W when you want more single-pass penetration without stepping up to the larger Darkstar platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIs laser welding faster than TIG or MIG? Most shops report 2-4x faster welding than TIG on light and medium gauge, with less heat distortion, minimal spatter, and little to no grinding afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat power does it need? Standard single-phase power. No three-phase service is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoes it need a water chiller? No. It is fully air-cooled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat’s the warranty? A 2-year warranty plus lifetime phone support, with parts stocked in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen will my machine arrive? Factory lead time is approximately 6 weeks, followed by test-firing and inspection at our Tennessee shop before delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hero Machine Co.","offers":[{"title":"700W \/ Pay in Full \/ Machine Only","offer_id":50509416104171,"sku":"HERO-BLAST-700-M-FULL","price":6590.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"700W \/ Pay in Full \/ Welding Cart","offer_id":50509416136939,"sku":"HERO-BLAST-700-C-FULL","price":7439.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"700W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Machine Only","offer_id":50509416038635,"sku":"HERO-BLAST-700-M-DEP","price":3295.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"700W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Welding Cart","offer_id":50509416071403,"sku":"HERO-BLAST-700-C-DEP","price":3719.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"900W \/ Pay in Full \/ Machine Only","offer_id":50509416235243,"sku":"HERO-BLAST-900-M-FULL","price":7953.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"900W \/ Pay in Full \/ Welding Cart","offer_id":50509416268011,"sku":"HERO-BLAST-900-C-FULL","price":8802.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"900W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Machine Only","offer_id":50509416169707,"sku":"HERO-BLAST-900-M-DEP","price":3976.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"900W \/ 50% Deposit \/ Welding Cart","offer_id":50509416202475,"sku":"HERO-BLAST-900-C-DEP","price":4401.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5100\/9259\/files\/s1_final.png?v=1790093547"}],"url":"https:\/\/heromachineco.com\/collections\/handheld-laser-welders.oembed","provider":"Hero Machine Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}