Meet the WeldX™: Redefining Handheld Laser Welding

When most fabricators think about handheld laser welders, they picture compact machines that promise easy welding but often fall short in real production. Some can tack parts together, others might handle a few light-duty seams, but very few can run day after day in the demanding environment of a fabrication shop.

At Fabtech 2025, Vytek will introduce a solution built from the ground up to change that perception. The WeldX™ series isn’t just another handheld welder — it’s a fully industrial tool designed to cut, clean, and weld with unmatched precision and power. With models reaching up to 3,000 watts of laser power, WeldX™ offers capabilities no competitor in its class can match.

This is more than a product launch. It’s a new standard for what fabricators should expect from handheld laser technology.

The Fabricator’s Challenge

Traditional welding methods have served the industry for decades, but they come with limitations:

• MIG and TIG welding often create spatter, distortion, and require extensive grinding or rework.
• Plasma and oxy-fuel cutting leave rough edges that need post-processing before welding can even begin.
• Surface prep — removing rust, paint, or oxides — often means sandblasting, chemical stripping, or time-consuming manual cleaning.

Every step adds labor, slows down production, and increases cost. What fabricators need is a system that simplifies the workflow — one tool that can prepare, weld, and finish without bottlenecks.

Three Systems in One: Cut, Clean, Weld

The WeldX™ was engineered around that exact need. Unlike most handheld welders, it isn’t limited to welding alone. With modular capabilities, WeldX™ allows operators to:

• Cut thin-gauge metals with clean, precise lines.
• Clean surfaces before welding, removing coatings, paint, or contaminants that compromise weld integrity.
• Weld with smooth, strong seams across steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

This integration of cutting, cleaning, and welding sets WeldX™ apart from anything else in the market. Instead of juggling multiple machines or processes, fabricators can move seamlessly from prep to final weld with a single tool in hand.

The Power Advantage: 3kW Performance

Here’s where WeldX™ truly leaves other handheld welders behind. While most competitive systems top out at 1.5–2.0 kW, the WeldX™ series is available in models up to 3,000 watts.

That extra wattage translates directly into performance:

• Thicker materials, welded faster — productivity gains without compromise.
• Better aluminum welding — a notorious challenge for many systems, but WeldX™ penetrates deeper and leaves cleaner seams.
• Reduced post-processing — with higher energy density, spatter and distortion are minimized, cutting down on grinding and rework.

No handheld welder in this class offers that level of power.

Built for Industry, Not Just the Showroom

Many handheld welders are designed with light-duty applications in mind. They may look appealing in a demo, but put them in a real fabrication shop and their weaknesses appear quickly: overheating, inconsistent output, and components that wear out under pressure.

WeldX™ is different. It’s built like Vytek’s other industrial systems:

• Refrigerant Cooling – ensuring stable operation across full shifts, day after day.
• Heavy-Duty Components – engineered for durability, not just portability.
• U.S.-Based Support – backed by Vytek’s service team, so help is never far away.

It’s the difference between a machine you try to make fit your workflow and one that’s designed to keep up with it.

Superior Aluminum Welding

Aluminum is often the “make or break” material for welders. It’s reflective, prone to porosity, and difficult to weld consistently with many laser systems. Competitors often struggle with it, especially at lower wattages.

WeldX™ was engineered with aluminum in mind. Its 3kW power option, combined with fine beam control, produces:

• Deeper penetration
• Stronger bonds
• Smoother surface finishes

For industries where aluminum is critical — aerospace, automotive, structural fabrication — WeldX™ opens doors that other handhelds simply cannot.

Simple to Use, Easy to Train

Despite its industrial power, WeldX™ remains user-friendly. Operators can be trained in hours, not weeks. With plug-and-play setup and intuitive controls, even new team members can achieve expert-level results.

This ease of use reduces the training burden on managers and helps shops stay productive, even when experienced welders are in short supply.

WeldX™ vs. The Competition

When compared side-by-side, the advantages become clear:

Real-World Applications

The WeldX™ is already proving its value in industries such as:

• Automotive – frame components, brackets, aluminum panels.
• Aerospace – lightweight aluminum structures.
• Manufacturing – stainless steel enclosures, fabricated parts.
• Maintenance & Repair – field-ready tool for quick fixes.

By combining cutting, cleaning, and welding in one tool, WeldX™ simplifies workflows across multiple industries.

A Fabricator’s Partner, Not Just a Product

Vytek has been delivering advanced laser systems for decades. The WeldX™ isn’t a one-off product — it’s the result of years of experience in cutting, cleaning, and marking. That expertise shows up not just in the machine itself, but in the support and service that come with it.

When you choose WeldX™, you’re not buying a gadget. You’re partnering with a company that understands your workflow, your challenges, and your need for equipment that delivers day after day.

Final Word

Handheld laser welding has been evolving for years, but with WeldX™, it takes a leap forward. Whether you need to cut, clean, or weld, this is the tool that finally combines all three into one reliable, industrial-grade system — and it does it with 3kW of power no competitor can match.

For fabricators, WeldX™ isn’t just another option. It’s the new standard.