Concept Laser Metal Additive Manufacturing

Concept Laser X LINE 2000R

$1,500,000 - $2,500,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

Build Envelope

800 x 400 x 500 mm (31.5 x 15.7 x 19.7 in)

Laser Configuration

2 x 1,000W fiber lasers

Laser Type

Yb fiber laser

Layer Thickness

20 – 150 µm

Scan Speed

Up to 7,000 mm/s per laser

Spot Diameter

Approx. 500 µm

Overview

The Concept Laser X LINE 2000R is one of the largest laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) systems ever produced for industrial metal additive manufacturing. Designed to address the aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors' need for large-format metal parts, the X LINE 2000R features a build envelope of 800 x 400 x 500 mm — among the largest available in its class. The machine uses two 1,000W fiber lasers operating in parallel across the build platform, enabling high throughput on massive components that would otherwise require assembly from multiple smaller parts.

The X LINE 2000R introduced a dual-chamber 'R' (Rotate) concept where one chamber builds while the other is being prepared or unloaded, dramatically reducing machine downtime and improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). This continuous-build capability was a major innovation for high-volume production environments and set a benchmark that competitors have since attempted to match. The powder management system is fully automated and enclosed for safe handling of reactive metal powders including titanium and aluminum alloys.

Material compatibility spans a broad range of engineering alloys: stainless steels, tool steels, nickel superalloys (Inconel 625, 718), titanium alloys (Ti-6Al-4V), aluminum alloys (AlSi10Mg, Scalmalloy), and cobalt-chrome. The machine's inert-atmosphere build chamber maintains oxygen levels below 100 ppm, enabling defect-free processing of oxidation-sensitive alloys. Layer thicknesses from 20 to 150 microns can be selected depending on the required surface finish and build speed trade-off.

Now marketed under the GE Additive brand following GE's acquisition of Concept Laser in 2016, the X LINE 2000R remains a flagship large-format LPBF platform for prime aerospace contractors and tier-one automotive suppliers. Its combination of build volume, dual-laser throughput, and automated powder handling make it suitable for production of structural brackets, fuel system components, heat exchangers, and turbine hardware where traditional subtractive manufacturing would require multi-step fabrication and extensive tooling.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Build Envelope	800 x 400 x 500 mm (31.5 x 15.7 x 19.7 in)
Laser Configuration	2 x 1,000W fiber lasers
Laser Type	Yb fiber laser
Layer Thickness	20 – 150 µm
Scan Speed	Up to 7,000 mm/s per laser
Spot Diameter	Approx. 500 µm
Build Rate	Up to 120 cm³/h (twin-laser combined)
Oxygen Content	< 100 ppm (inert atmosphere)
Power Supply	63 A, 3-phase
Machine Footprint	Approx. 4,200 x 1,900 mm
Compatible Materials	Ti alloys, Ni superalloys, AlSi10Mg, stainless steel, CoCr, tool steel
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Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

One of the largest LPBF build envelopes available at 800 x 400 x 500 mm, enabling single-piece fabrication of large structural components
Dual 1,000W laser system doubles throughput compared to single-laser large-format alternatives
Rotate (R) dual-chamber design allows continuous production with one chamber building while the other is loaded/unloaded
Fully automated, enclosed powder management system enables safe processing of reactive alloys like titanium
Proven aerospace and energy pedigree with GE Additive support network and materials qualification data

Limitations

Capital cost exceeds $1.5M, placing it firmly in the enterprise segment and out of reach for most job shops
Large footprint and facility requirements (power, gas supply, ventilation) add significant infrastructure cost
Post-processing demands — wire EDM part removal, HIP, heat treatment — require additional capital equipment investment

Best For

Aerospace prime contractors building large titanium and nickel superalloy structural components Automotive OEMs and tier-ones producing aluminum lightweight structures and heat exchangers in production volumes Energy sector manufacturers of turbine hardware, burner components, and downhole tooling Defense manufacturers requiring large-format, near-net-shape metal parts with controlled internal geometries

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the build volume of the X LINE 2000R?

The X LINE 2000R offers a build envelope of 800 x 400 x 500 mm, making it one of the largest laser powder bed fusion systems available for industrial production.

02 How does the 'R' (Rotate) dual-chamber system work?

The R configuration uses two build chambers on a rotating platform. While one chamber is actively printing, the other is being loaded with powder and prepared for the next build, minimizing downtime and enabling near-continuous production.

03 What materials can the X LINE 2000R process?

The system is compatible with titanium alloys (Ti-6Al-4V), nickel superalloys (Inconel 625/718), aluminum alloys (AlSi10Mg, Scalmalloy), stainless steels, cobalt-chrome, and various tool steels.

04 Is the X LINE 2000R still sold under the Concept Laser brand?

Following GE's acquisition of Concept Laser in 2016, the machine is now marketed and supported under the GE Additive brand, though the original Concept Laser designation is still widely used in industry.

05 What post-processing steps are typically required for X LINE 2000R parts?

Parts typically require stress-relief heat treatment, wire EDM to separate from the build plate, hot isostatic pressing (HIP) for aerospace-grade density, and CNC machining of critical interfaces and surfaces.