Sell Your Used
Laser Cutting Equipment
Ready to turn your laser cutting equipment into capital? Whether you’re upgrading to a higher-wattage machine, consolidating your floor, or closing a shop, we have a buyer waiting.
Fill out the form on this page or call/text 618-323-3920 for a quick response.
Sell Your Laser
How to Sell Your Laser
Here’s what you’ll need to get started. Reach out with any questions as you work through the list.
Gather Your Machine Details
For an accurate quote, have the following ready:
- Make and model
- Year and serial number
- Wattage
- Table size (length and width)
- Machine-on and beam-on hours
- Resonator or source rebuild history
- Included accessories (chiller, dust collector, tooling, automation)
Take Condition Photographs
Clear, well-lit photos move your sale faster. You may be asked for specific angles or close-ups of wear components so buyers know exactly what they’re looking at. The more documentation you provide upfront, the quicker your machine moves.
Check the Help Center for photo guidelines to sell used lasers.
Decide on Floor Logistics
Where is your laser located, and is it accessible? Can it stay in place while it’s marketed, or does it need to move quickly? If removal can’t wait, there are options available to minimize disruptions to your operations.
High Laser Resale Value
Laser cutting equipment, fiber lasers in particular, is one of the most actively traded categories in the used industrial market. Precision, multi-material capability, and long service life make these machines worth real money at resale. If your laser is reasonably maintained and documented, there’s a buyer for it.
Demand is especially strong for machines from Trumpf, Amada, Bystronic, Mazak, LVD, Mitsubishi, Cincinnati, Salvagnini, and Prima Power. Brand, wattage, and table size are the biggest drivers of what you can expect to net.
Selling a Laser the Easy Way
You shouldn’t have to chase buyers, vet tire-kickers, or coordinate logistics on your own. Selling a used laser with Revelation Machinery turns what could be a months-long headache into a straightforward transaction, and gets you a better price than a classified listing or trade-in credit ever could.
A nationwide buyer network, working for you.
Your laser gets in front of qualified fabrication shops across the United States the moment it’s listed. That reach matters: the more buyers seeing your machine, the faster it sells and the closer you get to top-dollar offers.
Cross-traffic that works in your favor.
Buyers shopping for lasers often pick up press brakes, shears, plasma cutters, and other fabrication equipment in the same transaction. That means your laser is being marketed to shops actively investing in capacity, not bargain hunters looking for the cheapest unit on the market.
Honest communication, start to finish.
You’ll know what your machine is worth, where it stands with buyers, and what to expect at each step.
FAQ
How much is my fiber laser worth?
Resale value depends on brand, wattage, table size, beam-on hours, and overall condition. A well-maintained Trumpf, Amada, or Bystronic fiber laser in the 4kW–8kW range typically holds value better than older or lower-wattage machines. Submit your machine details for a quote.
What factors affect the quote on a used laser?
Several things come into play:
- Wattage and source type
- Machine-on and beam-on hours
- Table size and brand
- Included accessories (chiller, dust collector, automation, tooling)
- Overall condition and resonator or source service history
Can my laser stay in production while it’s listed for sale?
Yes. Most sellers keep running while their machine is marketed. Inspection windows are scheduled around your shifts so production isn’t disrupted, and the machine only comes off your floor when the deal closes.
Who buys used lasers?
Used fiber lasers are bought by fabrication shops, contract manufacturers, job shops, and OEMs across the U.S., most often shops expanding capacity, upgrading from older equipment, or adding a second machine to handle overflow.
How long does it take to sell a used laser?
A fiber laser in good condition with strong documentation often sells in a few weeks. Older units, niche wattages, or unusual configurations may take longer. You’ll get regular updates on buyer activity, and the approach can be adjusted if interest is slow.
What photos and documents help the sale move faster?
- Full machine shots from the front, sides, and control panel
- Close-ups of the laser head, bed, and any wear points
- Nameplate and serial number
- Service and maintenance records
- Source or resonator rebuild documentation