Bodor P Series

$120,000 - $500,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

Accuracy

±0.05 mm

Repeatability

±0.03 mm

working area

3000 x 1500 mm (standard); larger formats available

laser type

Fiber

laser power

3 kW, 6 kW, 10 kW, 12 kW, 15 kW, 20 kW, or 30 kW

max sheet thickness mild steel

35 mm (30 kW configuration)

Overview

The Bodor P Series is the flagship professional fiber laser cutting machine line from Bodor Laser, a Jinan, China-based laser equipment manufacturer that has rapidly expanded its global market share since 2015 by delivering fiber laser cutting performance at aggressive price points. The P Series is Bodor's highest-specification flatbed offering, available in the 3015 mm format and larger working areas with fiber laser power configurations from 3 kW to 30 kW. It is distinguished from Bodor's entry and economy lines by a more rigid machine structure, higher-specification linear guide and drive systems, and enhanced control capabilities intended to compete with mid-tier Western machines.

The P Series uses Raycus, Max Photonics, or IPG Photonics fiber laser sources depending on power level and regional specification. For export sales to Western markets, IPG Photonics YLR sources are frequently specified to address buyer concerns about non-IPG source reliability and to facilitate module-level service using IPG's global network. Bodor's cutting head uses PRECITEC or Raytools optical heads on professional configurations — respected German and Swiss cutting head manufacturers whose optics provide the beam focusing and nozzle geometry critical for high-quality cuts on a range of materials and thicknesses.

Bodor's proprietary BodorCut CAM software integrates with the machine's CNC for nesting, cutting condition management, and production scheduling. The software provides a modern touchscreen-based interface with a material-thickness database pre-loaded from the factory. Standard DXF/DWG import and common CAM file format support allows integration with customer's existing design workflow. The control architecture uses industrial motion controllers with Bodor's laser-specific process management layer, supporting automated gas switching, pierce detection, and edge-finding routines.

The Bodor P Series is one of the most actively growing fiber laser brands in Western markets as of the mid-2020s. Bodor has established regional subsidiaries and service centers in the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia, with the aim of providing service response times competitive with established Western brands. Pricing for the P Series in 3015 format typically runs $120,000–$400,000 for the 3–10 kW configurations — significantly below comparable TRUMPF, Mazak, or Bystronic models. This price gap is the primary driver of Bodor's market penetration among cost-sensitive fabricators.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Working Area	3000 x 1500 mm (standard); larger formats available
Laser Type	Fiber
Laser Power	3 kW, 6 kW, 10 kW, 12 kW, 15 kW, 20 kW, or 30 kW
Max Sheet Thickness Mild Steel	35 mm (30 kW configuration)
Max Sheet Thickness Stainless	25 mm (30 kW configuration)
Max Sheet Thickness Aluminum	20 mm (30 kW configuration)
Max Sheet Thickness Copper	8 mm
Max Sheet Thickness Brass	8 mm
Positioning Accuracy	±0.05 mm
Repeatability	±0.03 mm
Max Axis Speed	up to 140 m/min
Max Sheet Weight	920 kg (3015 format)
CNC Control	Bodor proprietary CNC with BodorCut software
Laser Source	Raycus, Max Photonics, or IPG Photonics (configuration dependent)
Cutting Head	PRECITEC or Raytools

Specifications sourced from bodor.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Highly competitive pricing — P Series 3015 machines typically cost 40–60% less than equivalent-specification Western machines, providing substantial capital cost advantage for volume buyers
Available in configurations up to 30 kW on a standard platform, offering high-power thick-plate capability at price points that put ultra-high-power processing within reach of mid-size fabricators
PRECITEC and Raytools cutting head options on professional configurations provide quality optics and beam delivery proven in demanding production environments globally
Bodor's expanding Western service network with regional subsidiaries and stocked parts depots has substantially improved post-sale support versus first-generation Chinese laser brand service models

Limitations

Brand equity and resale value in Western markets trail TRUMPF, Mazak, and Bystronic — shops planning medium-term machine resale or financing against machine value face higher depreciation rates
Software ecosystem depth (CAM integration partners, control interoperability, third-party tooling) is narrower than established Western CNC platforms
Service network outside major Western industrial centers (Midwest US, Western Europe, Southeast Asia) may have limited local technician availability — service quality is location-dependent

Best For

Start-up fabricators and small contract shops where minimizing capital expenditure on a first fiber laser enables market entry that would not be feasible at Western brand prices High-volume commodity fabricators where per-part cost and machine uptime matter more than brand pedigree, and who have the internal technical capability to manage machine operation Shops in Bodor's strong service markets (major US industrial hubs, Germany, France, Australia, Southeast Asia) where local technician access is confirmed before purchase Buyers needing high-power cutting (15–30 kW) on a budget — Bodor's P Series makes ultra-high-power fiber laser accessible to shops that cannot justify equivalent Western machine capital

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is Bodor Laser and where are they based?

Bodor Laser (Shandong Bodor CNC Machine Co., Ltd.) is a Jinan, Shandong, China-based fiber laser cutting machine manufacturer founded in 2008. The company has grown rapidly through aggressive pricing and international expansion, establishing subsidiaries and service centers in North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia. Bodor is among the top-ten fiber laser machine manufacturers by global unit shipments.

02 Is the Bodor P Series a reliable machine for production use?

The Bodor P Series is used in production environments globally and has accumulated a growing installed base in Western markets. Machine build quality on the P Series professional line is generally regarded as good — steel fabricated structure, quality linear guides, and PRECITEC or Raytools cutting heads. The primary reliability consideration is service response when issues arise, which depends heavily on your region's Bodor service coverage. Speak with Bodor's regional team and get references from local customers before purchase.

03 What laser sources are available in the Bodor P Series?

The P Series is available with Raycus (Chinese), Max Photonics (Chinese), or IPG Photonics (American) fiber laser modules. For export to Western markets, Bodor increasingly offers IPG sources as an option to address buyer preferences and facilitate module-level field service using IPG's global service network. Raycus and Max Photonics have improved substantially and are widely used in Asian markets.

04 How does Bodor P Series compare to Han's Laser PF3015?

Both are professional-tier Chinese fiber laser flatbeds targeting similar price/performance positioning. Han's Laser has a larger overall scale (world's largest laser equipment company) and slightly longer Western market history. Bodor has been particularly aggressive in export sales and Western service network investment. At equivalent specifications, pricing is similar. The decision often comes down to which brand has stronger local service coverage in your region.

05 What warranty and service terms does Bodor offer for the P Series?

Bodor typically offers a 1-year machine warranty with extended service contract options. For Western market customers, Bodor's regional subsidiaries (Bodor America, Bodor Europe) provide warranty service through employed technicians and local parts stock. Response time varies by location — buyers should verify specific SLA terms and technician locations for their region before purchase. Service terms are improving as Bodor's Western investment grows.