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portable laser cleaning machine

SHARK series by PULSAR Laser


SHARK is improving again. What can you expect in 2024?

1. A redesigned control module and program for even higher efficiency and better cleaning quality.
2. Redesigned Airknife - thanks to the new optics cleaning system, we have extended the lifetime of the optics many times over.
3. We have completed the development of the SHARK P CL 500M and SHARK P CL 1000M models. Popular features and options of the SHARK series now with even more power.


Our SHARK P CL  series laser cleaner

can be used to clean almost everything except chewing gum.
Examples of materials that can be cleaned with the SHARK series:
Iron, stainless steel, brass, copper, wood, glass, paper, plastics, marble, sandstone, cement coatings...

FAQ

Question 1: What materials can the SHARK P CL series not clean effectively?
Answer 1: The SHARK P CL series can clean almost everything except chewing gum and some PU materials.

Question 2: How does the SHARK P CL series clean cultural monuments, windows, doors and statues?
Answer 2: The SHARK P CL series is often used for repairing and cleaning cultural monuments, windows, doors or statues.

Question 3: What makes the SHARK P CL series a versatile laser cleaner for different surfaces?
Answer 3: Thanks to the full beam modulation, the SHARK P CL is a laser cleaner for a variety of dirt and surfaces like iron, stainless steel, brass, copper, wood, glass, paper, plastics, marble, sandstone, cement coatings.

Question 4: How does using the SHARK P CL series on wood prevent damage?
Answer 4: Wood cleaned with SHARK P CL retains its original wood-carving and is free from damage.

Question 5: What ergonomic features make the SHARK P CL series easy to use?
Answer 5: The SHARK P CL series has an ergonomic cleaning head that causes virtually no hand strain when working. It only weighs 900g  for a perfect effortless cleaning experience.

Question 6: What is the total weight of the SHARK P CL laser cleaner?
Answer 6: The total weight of the SHARK P CL series ( upt o 300W power) including the cable is  about 60 kg.

Question 7: What is the ZEBRA effect that other laser cleaners can cause?
Answer 7: The main disadvantage of other low-quality laser cleaning is the ZEBRA effect, which leaves grooves, irregular or non-homogeneous surfaces.

Question 8: How does the SHARK P CL series' laser beam control technology prevent the ZEBRA effect?
Answer 8: The SHARK P CL series uses a laser beam control technology developed by the our team which guarantees a unique homogeneous surface cleaning without the ZEBRA effect.

Question 9: What is the true color of iron that has been fully cleaned of rust by the SHARK series?
Answer 9: Iron cleaned from rust by the SHARK P CL series should be a homogeneous grey to silver-grey color when fully cleaned.

Question 10: How can you test if an iron surface still has rust underneath a black surface?
Answer 10: You can test if an iron surface still has rust underneath a black surface by scraping it with a screwdriver. If it is still black in color underneath, there is likely still rust present.
Prices are final, with shipping.
Local taxes and customs fees are not included.
SHARK II P CL 100M
Professional laser cleaner
Power: 100W
Max. energy: 1.8 mJ
Cleaning width: 100 mm
Cleaning thickness: 20mm
Power supply: 110V/ 230V
A unique and perfectly matched ergonomic cleaning head on the market. You feel practically no strain on your hand when working.
The total weight including the cable is only 900g.
Try out the perfect cleaning without any effort.
Only for SHARK 100, 120, 200 and 300
Easy operation with the operation panel

# stainless steel, aluminium, cupper, metal, brass, iron, paper, wood, glass, stone, marble, carbon fiber #
# cleans paint, rust, soot, carbon, mold, grease, welds, varnish, graffiti, restoration, bodywork, motorcycle, engine, car engine, moulds, injection molds#
28,957 USD $
SHARK II P CL 120M
Professional laser cleaner
Power: 120W
Max. energy: 1.8 mJ
Cleaning width: 200 mm
Cleaning thickness: 20mm
Power supply: 110V/ 230V
A unique and perfectly matched ergonomic cleaning head on the market. You feel practically no strain on your hand when working.
The total weight including the cable is only 900g.
Try out the perfect cleaning without any effort.
Only for SHARK 100, 120, 200 and 300
Easy operation with the operation panel

# stainless steel, aluminium, cupper, metal, brass, iron, paper, wood, glass, stone, marble, carbon fiber

# cleans paint, rust, soot, carbon, mold, grease, welds, varnish, graffiti, restoration, bodywork, motorcycle, engine, car engine, moulds, injection molds#
34,986 USD $
SHARK II P CL 200M
Professional laser cleaner
Power: 200W
Max. energy: 1.8 mJ
Cleaning width: 200 mm
Cleaning thickness: 20mm
Power supply: 110V/ 230V
A unique and perfectly matched ergonomic cleaning head on the market. You feel practically no strain on your hand when working.
The total weight including the cable is only 900g.
Try out the perfect cleaning without any effort.
Only for SHARK 100, 120,200 and 300
Easy operation with the operation panel



# stainless steel, aluminium, cupper, metal, brass, iron, paper, wood, glass, stone, marble, carbon fiber #
# cleans paint, rust, soot, carbon, mold, grease, welds, varnish, graffiti, restoration, bodywork, motorcycle, engine, car engine, moulds, injection molds#
52,366 USD $
SHARK II P CL 300M
Professional laser cleaner
Power: 300W
Max. energy: 1.8 mJ
Cleaning width: 200 mm
Cleaning thickness: 20mm
Power supply: 110V/ 230V
A unique and perfectly matched ergonomic cleaning head on the market. You feel practically no strain on your hand when working.
The total weight including the cable is only 900g.
Try out the perfect cleaning without any effort.
Only for SHARK 100, 120, 200 and 300
Easy operation with the operation panel
# stainless steel, aluminium, cupper, metal, brass, iron, paper, wood, glass, stone, marble, carbon fiber #
# cleans paint, rust, soot, carbon, mold, grease, welds, varnish, graffiti, restoration, bodywork, motorcycle, engine, car engine, moulds, injection molds#
69,158 USD $
SHARK II P CL 500M
Professional laser cleaner
Power: 500W
Max. energy: 2 mJ
Cleaning width: 200 mm
Cleaning thickness: 20mm
Power supply: 400V
A unique and perfectly matched ergonomic cleaning head on the market. You feel practically no strain on your hand when working.
The total weight including the cable is only 900g.
Try out the perfect cleaning without any effort.
Easy operation with the operation panel
# stainless steel, aluminium, cupper, metal, brass, iron, paper, wood, glass, stone, marble, carbon fiber #
# cleans paint, rust, soot, carbon, mold, grease, welds, varnish, graffiti, restoration, bodywork, motorcycle, engine, car engine, moulds, injection molds#
88,742 USD $
SHARK II P CL 1000M
Professional laser cleaner
Power: 1000W
Max. energy: 2 mJ
Cleaning width: 200 mm
Cleaning thickness: 20mm
Power supply: 400V
A unique and perfectly matched ergonomic cleaning head on the market. You feel practically no strain on your hand when working.
The total weight including the cable is only 900g.
Try out the perfect cleaning without any effort.
Easy operation with the operation panel
# stainless steel, aluminium, cupper, metal, brass, iron, paper, wood, glass, stone, marble, carbon fiber #
# cleans paint, rust, soot, carbon, mold, grease, welds, varnish, graffiti, restoration, bodywork, motorcycle, engine, car engine, moulds, injection molds#
114,382 USD $ 120,402 USD $

Introduction of SHARK P CL


Laser cleaning machines provide a modern, high-tech solution for cleaning, removing coatings, cleaning contamination, and surface conditioning across various industries. Unlike traditional abrasive methods like sandblasting, laser cleaning is a non-contact process that uses highly focused laser light to remove materials with extreme precision and virtually no damage to the underlying surface.

The physics behind laser cleaning rely on the energy of the photons in the laser beam to break the bonds holding contaminants on the surface. When the pulsed laser beam hits the material, it instantly vaporizes a tiny layer, exploding the contaminant particles away in a controlled manner.

Laser cleaning machines can be tuned and optimised to clean surfaces as delicate as works of art or historical artifacts. Their pinpoint accuracy and depth control also make laser cleaning ideal for electronics, aerospace, automotive, nuclear decommissioning, and other applications requiring nanometer-scale precision.

As laser cleaning technology continues advancing, these machines are becoming more automated, compact and cost-effective. New developments like air-cooled lasers are improving reliability and energy efficiency. With these innovations, laser cleaning systems are gaining popularity as a versatile cleaning method able to handle the toughest industrial jobs while ensuring quality, safety, and minimal substrate damage.

What is the Shark P CL Laser Cleaning Machine?


The Shark P CL is an industrial laser cleaning machine by PULSAR LASER, a Development Center  based in Slovakia that specializes in laser technology. The Shark P CL model utilizes a high-powered laser beam to remove contaminants and coatings from plastic, wood, metal, stone, concrete, and other surfaces.

Some key features of the Shark P CL include:

- Powerful 100W till 1000W laser with 1064nm wavelength, with 500ns Pulse length. MOPA Laser source.
- Air cooling system up to 300W power.
- The unique and perfectly matched ergonomic cleaning head on the market. You feel virtually no hand strain when working.
  • The total weight  is only 900 g.
- Safety sensors and emergency stop buttons
- Touch screen control panel
- Adjustable laser beam modulation, laser power and speed settings
- Works on rust, paint, grease, biological residues, and more
- Can be used for cleaning, stripping, de-coating, surface preparation, and other industrial processes

The Shark P CL comes in a compact, rugged housing designed for industrial conditions. It offers an efficient and safe method to clean and prepare surfaces without chemicals, noise, vibration, or masking. The combination of high laser power and air cooling allows the Shark P CL to operate continuously in demanding applications.

Benefits of Air Cooling


The Shark P CL laser cleaning machine ( up to 300W power)  uses an air cooling system, which provides several advantages compared to water cooling.

- Air cooling is more convenient and requires less maintenance than water cooling. There is no need to regularly check and replace water, deal with leaks or spills, or maintain a separate chiller system.

- Air cooled lasers can operate in any orientation, while water cooled lasers require an upright installation to function properly. This makes air cooling more versatile for industrial applications.

- Air cooling is safer, as there is no risk of electric shock from contact with water and coolant leaks. This is especially important for a high powered laser system.

- Air cooling systems are more compact and portable. The Shark P CL's integrated air cooling allows it to be easily moved between worksites. A water cooling system would require a separate chiller unit.

- Air cooling is better for laser stability. The constant air flow helps prevent thermal lensing effects that can distort the laser beam. Water cooling is prone to temperature fluctuations that impact beam quality.

- With air cooling, the laser system is self-contained. There are no external coolant hoses, pumps or chillers to maintain. This simplifies operation and logistics.

- Air cooled lasers have lower energy costs. The electricity demands of water chillers and pumps are avoided.

Overall, the Shark P CL's air cooling offers significant advantages in usability, reliability, safety, and energy efficiency compared to water cooled laser systems. These benefits make air cooling the optimal choice for industrial cleaning applications.

Laser Power and Performance


The Shark P CL laser cleaning machine utilizes a high-powered laser with adjustable power up to 1000W. This allows the laser to be tailored for cleaning a wide variety of materials and surfaces.

The laser has a high pulse rate up to 4000kHz which enables fast cleaning times. The combination of high laser power and rapid pulsing allows the Shark P CL to quickly remove contaminants and coatings with precision.

Some key benefits of the laser capabilities include:

- Power range of 10% to 100%  adjustable in 1% increments
- Pulsing frequency up to 4000kHz, pulse length up to 500ns
- Computer-controlled laser parameters for optimized cleaning
- Ability to handle delicate, sensitive or heat-sensitive materials
- Effective cleaning of metals, stones, ceramics, plastics and more
- High-precision cleaning without damage to underlying surface

The adjustable power and high pulsing frequency of the Shark P CL's laser enables fast, effective cleaning for industrial, research, conservation and other applications. The laser performance is a key advantage of this cleaning system over other methods.


Safety Features


The Shark P CL laser cleaning machine prioritizes operator safety through its advanced safety mechanisms. The machine is equipped with multiple sensors and fail-safes to ensure the laser can only operate when conditions are optimal.  

If the air cooling system fails or overheats occur, the laser will automatically shut off to prevent component damage. The machine also monitors for any internal smoke or fumes, power fluctuations, or laser instability, shutting down if thresholds are exceeded.

Operators are protected against accidental exposure by protective goggles designed specifically for the Shark P CL's laser wavelength. The goggles filter out the harmful radiation. The machine also comes equipped with emergency stop buttons that can immediately halt the laser if needed.

The Shark PCL undergoes rigorous safety testing to receive CE. Multiple procedural safeguards are also implemented, like training requirements for operators, warning labels, and machine maintenance procedures. With its many redundant safety mechanisms, the Shark P CL allows for powerful laser cleaning with complete peace of mind.

Applications of the Shark P CL Laser Cleaner


The Shark P CL laser cleaning machine has a wide range of applications across many different industries. Here are some of the main uses and industries that can benefit from this technology:

Industrial Cleaning and Maintenance


  • Removing rust, paint, coatings, grease from metals and other materials for industrial manufacturing and maintenance.
  • Cleaning welding seams and preparing surfaces prior to welding or painting.  
  • Restoring metal parts by removing old finishes or coatings.
  • Removing residues from molds and dies to improve production quality.

Power Industries


  • Removing oxides and corrosion from turbines and other power generation equipment.

Automotive


  • Cleaning engine parts, tools, jigs and fixtures.
  • Preparing metal surfaces prior to welding and painting.
  • Removing undercoatings, paint or rust from auto body panels.

Electronics and Optics


  • Precision cleaning of electronics components and boards.
  • Cleaning optics like lenses without damaging coatings.

Art Restoration


  • Cleaning sculptures, metal artwork, historic artifacts without causing damage.

And Many Other Applications!


The versatility of laser cleaning makes the Shark P CL useful for many industries including aerospace, medical devices, jewelry making, shipbuilding, and more. Its combination of power, control and automated features allow thorough cleaning even in hard to reach areas.

Cost Analysis


The Shark P CL laser cleaning machine represents a significant upfront investment, but can provide excellent value over time with its performance, automation, and low operating costs.

Purchase Cost


The Shark P CL has a base purchase price starting around $30,000. Additional options and accessories can raise the price further. While a considerable capital expenditure, this professional-grade laser cleaning system is built to withstand years of frequent use. Spread over its lifetime, the initial purchase cost becomes more affordable.

Leasing options are also available to spread out payments over several years. This reduces the upfront cost in exchange for paying financing fees.

Operating Costs


A key advantage of the Shark P CL is efficient operation with minimal consumable costs. It requires only standard electricity and compressed air  to clean a lens to run. The laser source is air-cooled, eliminating the need for expensive chiller liquids required by water-cooled lasers.

The sealed laser resonator has an estimated lifetime of up to 100,000 hours before requiring replacement. Consumable costs are limited to replacement focus lenses, air filters, and window protection foils. With proper operation, these consumables can last for many cleaning jobs before needing replacement.

By automating the cleaning process, the Shark P CL also minimizes labor costs associated with manual cleaning. A single operator can monitor multiple machines. The total operating costs end up far lower compared to manual cleaning.

Over time, the reduced labor, consumables, and maintenance costs add up to major savings compared to alternatives. This makes the return on investment with the Shark PCL very attractive.


Conclusions


The Shark P CL laser cleaning machine from PULSAR Laser offers powerful, automated laser cleaning capabilities for industrial applications. Key benefits of the Shark P CL include:

- Powerful air-cooled laser that provides effective cleaning while avoiding liquid cooling maintenance. The air cooling system allows for a more compact and portable unit.

- Automated scanning and cleaning features that allow the laser to clean large areas efficiently with minimal supervision. This saves time and labor costs.

- Advanced safety features like automatic laser shut-off  to prevent accidental. This makes the Shark P CL suitable and compliant for industrial settings.

- Ability to clean many materials like metals, plastics, stone, concrete etc. This versatility makes it useful across various industries including automotive, aerospace, artwork restoration and more.

- Low operating costs compared to alternatives like sandblasting or chemical cleaning which require ongoing expenditures for abrasives or chemicals. The laser only requires electricity to operate.

Potential drawbacks include the high upfront cost of the unit compared to some other cleaning methods. However, increased automation, versatility, and long-term savings on operating costs can provide a good ROI for industrial users with regular cleaning needs.

Overall, the Shark P CL is an efficient, automated laser cleaning solution for companies looking to improve productivity and lower cleaning costs. Its safety features and air cooling system make it accessible and easier to integrate into industrial facilities versus alternatives.
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