Fiber laser · Enclosed · OMTech
OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter
Small fabrication and sign shops that cut steel and stainless sheet every day and have the floor space, power and gas supply for an industrial machine
from $23,000 at OMTech
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Quick verdict
The OMTech FC-22 is a fully enclosed 1500W fiber laser cutter with a 600 x 600 mm bed, front and back pass-through slots, a built-in water chiller and a Weihong LS2000 controller. It costs $22,999.99 on OMTech's US store plus a $3,000 freight surcharge, which makes it one of the few industrial-style fiber cutters with a public price. OMTech quotes up to 10 mm carbon steel and 4 to 5 mm stainless. It is a production machine, not a hobby laser: it weighs 1350 kg, draws up to 12 kW and only cuts, with no welding or marking head.
What you still need
The $3,000 freight surcharge plus rigging or a forklift to unload 1350 kg, an electrician for the 220V supply (up to 12 kW input; phase and breaker size are not stated), assist gas or a high-pressure compressed air setup (OMTech does not specify which gases or pressures), a vent route for the 150 mm exhaust hose, spare nozzles and protective lenses, and confirmation from OMTech of whether installation and training are includedMaterial reality check
Cuts carbon steel up to 10 mm and stainless steel up to about 4 to 5 mm per OMTech; thicknesses for aluminum, brass and copper are not published. It is a metal cutter only, not an engraver for wood, acrylic or other non-metals. Never process PVC or vinyl.Better alternative if
you also want to weld, or need a cutter that fits a garage, runs from a smaller circuit and costs less: xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder and CNC CutterScores
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Specifications
| Laser type | Fiber laser |
|---|---|
| Form | Enclosed |
| Optical power | 1500 W |
| Other modules | None |
| Wavelength | 1080 nm |
| Work area | 600 × 600 mm |
| Max speed | 30 m/min (500 mm/s) X/Y axis max speed and 0.6G acceleration per the spec table; marketing claims up to 42 m/min cutting (maker claims) |
| Cutting (maker claim) | 10 mm carbon steel; stainless up to 5 mm per the product page or 4 mm per the launch release and OMTech's blog (maker claims); aluminum, brass and copper not published |
| Precision | ±0.05 mm positioning accuracy (maker claim) |
| Air assist | Built in |
| Camera | No |
| Autofocus | No |
| Rotary support | No |
| Safety | Fully enclosed cabinet with an OD8+ observation window, safety relays and interlocks; one pair of laser safety glasses is included. CE and FDA certification listed |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Software | Weihong LS2000 control system with OMTech-supplied laser operating software |
| Weight | 1350 kg |
| Price | from $23,000 at OMTech |
Pros and cons
Why we like it
- Fully enclosed cutting cabinet with an OD8+ viewing window and interlocks
- 1500W source cuts up to 10 mm carbon steel and 4 to 5 mm stainless, per OMTech
- Front and back pass-through slots for sheet longer than the 600 x 600 mm bed
- Water chiller built in, with voltage stabilizer and a 2060 CFM exhaust fan included
- Public price on OMTech's US store and a 2-year warranty
Watch out for
- $22,999.99 plus a $3,000 freight surcharge, before gas, power and installation work
- 1350 kg and 2.7 x 1.8 x 2.1 m: needs rigging, a solid floor and real shop space
- Up to 12 kW input on 220V, so plan a heavy dedicated supply with an electrician
- Assist gas, cutting head and height sensing are not specified on the product page
- Small 600 x 600 mm bed and 10 mm max material height for a machine this size
Compare with
xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder and CNC Cutter
Score 75/100 · from $15,999 at xTool
Compare side by sideFrequently asked questions
What materials can the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter cut and engrave?
Cuts carbon steel up to 10 mm and stainless steel up to about 4 to 5 mm per OMTech; thicknesses for aluminum, brass and copper are not published. It is a metal cutter only, not an engraver for wood, acrylic or other non-metals. Never process PVC or vinyl.
What else do I need to buy with the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter?
The $3,000 freight surcharge plus rigging or a forklift to unload 1350 kg, an electrician for the 220V supply (up to 12 kW input; phase and breaker size are not stated), assist gas or a high-pressure compressed air setup (OMTech does not specify which gases or pressures), a vent route for the 150 mm exhaust hose, spare nozzles and protective lenses, and confirmation from OMTech of whether installation and training are included
How much does the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter cost?
From $23,000 at omtech.
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Sources
- OMTech FC-22 product page (US store, spec table and package list)
- OMTech store data (variants and prices)
- Steel Technology: OMTech launches FC-22 and FC-22C metal laser cutters (January 2025)
- OMTech blog: small metal laser cutter (April 2026)