Raytools

RayTools - Company Overview

RayTools AG is a Swiss laser-head manufacturer founded in 2005, headquartered in the Bern region of Switzerland, with manufacturing and automation operations in China. It designs and produces laser beam-delivery systems - the "cutting heads" or "processing heads" that focus the fiber laser beam and direct assist gas onto the metal. RayTools heads are used for cutting, welding, cladding, and heat treatment, and the company has grown into one of the largest laser beam-tool suppliers in the world by unit volume.

What makes a RayTools head a RayTools head: built-in autofocus on the BM series (a motorised drive moves the focus lens so the operator can pierce thick plate and switch material thickness from the cutting program), water-cooled collimating and focusing optics for stable high-power running, drawer-type lens mounts for fast cover-glass changes, and capacitive height sensing that keeps the nozzle at a constant standoff. The two things every RayTools owner buys repeatedly are consumables (nozzles, protective windows, ceramic rings) and, eventually, optical and sensor spares (focus lens, collimating lens, sensor cable). That is exactly what SparesZone keeps in depth.

RayTools Fiber Laser Cutting Heads - The Full Range

RayTools cutting heads split into two families, and knowing which one you have is the single most useful thing for ordering the right spares:

• BM series - Autofocus heads. A built-in motor moves the focus lens automatically (set from the CNC). These are the modern standard for sheet cutting because focus changes between thin and thick material without manual adjustment. Examples: BM109, BM110, BM111, BM114S, BM115, BM06K.
• BT series - Manual-focus heads. The operator sets focus by hand on the head. Simpler, lower cost, common on entry and tube-cutting machines. Examples: BT210S, BT220, BT240, BT240S.
• BS / high-power series. For very high optical power - BS06K, BS12K, BS20K cover the 6 kW, 12 kW, and 20 kW classes, plus BM06K for 6 kW-tier autofocus cutting.
• BMH "H" variants. BMH109, BMH110, BMH111, BMH114 use the larger D32 M14 ceramic body (120274100B) - important when you order ceramics and nozzles, because the thread and diameter differ from the D28 heads.

Quick rule: "BM" = autofocus, "BT" = manual focus, the number roughly tracks the power and generation, and the "S" suffix (BM114S, BT240S) denotes the current production revision. When in doubt, the model is laser-etched or labelled on the head body - send us a photo.

RayTools Cutting Head Comparison Table

Verified specifications for the most commonly used RayTools heads. Power figures are the rated maximum fiber input; confirm the exact revision on your machine before ordering optics.

Where a cell shows "-", the figure varies by configuration/lens group - WhatsApp us with your machine model and we will confirm the exact spec and the matching optics.

RayTools Cutting Head Models Explained

RayTools BM109

An entry-level autofocus head rated to 1.5 kW, released by RAYTOOLS AG in 2017 (with a tube-cutting variant from 2019). It uses a compact D28-class lens set, a 26 mm clear aperture, and a 17 mm motorised focus range, with assist-gas pressure to ~25 bar. The BM109 is the natural choice for low-power machines, light-gauge sheet, and tube cutting where the long, slim TRA module is an advantage. Common replacement parts: D28 nozzles, ceramic ring, 24.9×1.5 protective window, focus and collimating lenses.

RayTools BM110

A mid-range autofocus head sitting between the BM109 and BM111, frequently supplied as part of complete cutting kits (including with the XC3000S control system) and available in a TubeCut version. Best for general-purpose 2-3 kW sheet and tube cutting. Replacement consumables follow the standard RayTools nozzle/ceramic/protective-window pattern - confirm D28 vs D32 ceramic against your specific unit.

RayTools BM111

The workhorse of the RayTools line-up and the head we sell the most spares for. It is an autofocus head rated to 3.3 kW, with a 28 mm clear aperture, a 22 mm focus range (+9 to −14 mm, accuracy 0.05 mm), and assist-gas pressure to 30 bar. Optimised optical configuration and water-cooled optics let it run continuously at high power, and a drawer-type lens mount makes the cover glass quick to swap. Variants you will encounter include BM111 FC and BM111E. If your shop runs 1.5-3 kW machines, the BM111 is almost certainly the head you are buying nozzles, windows, and ceramics for.

RayTools BM114 / BM114S

The high-power autofocus head, rated to 6 kW. The BM114S (current "S" revision) uses a larger D37 lens group, a 35 mm clear aperture to reduce stray-light interference, a 25 mm focus range (+10 to −14 mm), and adds air-flow cooling around the nozzle to protect the ceramic body and extend consumable life. At ~5.6 kg it stays compact for the power class. This is the head for thick mild steel, stainless, and aluminium on 4-6 kW sources. It uses the larger 35 mm-aperture protective windows (37×7 class) and the matching ceramic body.

RayTools BM115 / BM06K

Higher up the power ladder, the BM115 serves the 6 kW sheet-cutting tier and the BM06K handles 6 kW-plus autofocus cutting. These are paired with large-aperture optics and the heavier-duty ceramic and nozzle sets. For these heads, original-grade protective windows and ceramics matter even more - at 6 kW, a sub-spec window will burn through in hours.

RayTools BS06K / BS12K / BS20K

The high-power BS series covers the 6 kW, 12 kW, and 20 kW classes for heavy production cutting. If you are running these, you are a high-volume consumer of protective windows (including the 37×7 20 kW-rated windows) and need a supplier who can keep stock - which is exactly the role SparesZone plays for Indian fabricators.

RayTools BMH109 / BMH110 / BMH111 / BMH114

The "H" variants of the BM heads. The most practical thing to know about them is that they use the D32 M14 ceramic body (part 120274100B) rather than the D28 M11 ceramic - so ordering ceramics and nozzles for a BMH head means D32/M14, not D28/M11. Send us your model and we will ship the correct thread.

RayTools BT210S / BT220 / BT240S

The manual-focus BT family. The BT210S is a 1.5 kW manual head common on entry and tube machines; the BT220 covers the 2-3 kW mid-range; and the BT240S is the current manual head around 3 kW. Note one important update: the older BT240S-L (2000 W) and BT240S-H (3300 W) have been consolidated into the new BT240S 3000 W - so if you are quoting an "old" BT240S, the replacement is the current 3 kW unit. BT210/BT240 heads use the 27.9×4.1 (211LCG0037) protective window among others; confirm the exact size for your standoff.

RayTools Head Comparisons (Head-to-Head)

The three comparisons buyers ask about most when choosing or replacing a RayTools head.

BM110 vs BM111

Verdict: if you are choosing fresh for a 1.5–3.3 kW machine, the BM111 is the safer pick on spares availability and support. The BM110 is a fine head where it is already fitted.

BM111 vs BM114S

Verdict: match the head to your source. Putting a BM111 on a 6 kW source under-rates the optics; the BM114S is built for that power with the larger aperture and nozzle cooling.

BT210S vs BT240S

Verdict: both are manual-focus and budget-friendly. Step up from BT210S to BT240S when your source power and material thickness increase past the ~1.5 kW range.

Note on "BM114 vs BM114S": these are the same head - the "S" is simply the current production revision, so there is no meaningful spec difference to compare. Order the BM114S.

RayTools Nozzles

RayTools fiber laser nozzles are the most frequently replaced consumable on the head - they direct assist gas around the beam and shield the protective window from spatter. A worn, off-centre, or wrong-size nozzle is the single most common cause of poor cut quality, so this is the part to never compromise on.

Key RayTools nozzle facts for ordering:

• Body diameter: RayTools 2D heads use the D32 body with an M14 thread on the larger heads, and D28/M11 on others. Match the body to your ceramic, not by eye.
• Single vs double layer: Single-layer for nitrogen cutting (stainless, aluminium - bright, oxide-free edges). Double-layer for oxygen cutting (mild steel above ~6 mm - stabilises the melt, less dross).
• Tip diameter: 1.0-1.5 mm for thin sheet, 2.0-2.5 mm for medium plate, 3.0-5.0 mm for thick plate. Bigger tip = more gas, used on thicker material.
• Original grade only: concentricity under 0.03 mm and OEM-matched thread tolerance - the difference between clean edges and dross-heavy rework.

RayTools D32 nozzles at SparesZone start at ₹185 per piece with bulk discounts above 50 pieces. Browse cutting nozzles →

RayTools Consumables & Spare Parts

Beyond the nozzle, here are the RayTools parts every owner replaces - with the genuine RayTools part numbers so you order the exact fit, not a guess.

Nozzle part numbers use a family code (e.g. 120GJT06 = double-layer M14 2D) with the last digits encoding the tip size. Tell us the head and tip diameter and we will send the exact part.

RayTools Protective Lenses & Windows

The protective window (protective lens) is a cheap fused-silica disc that sits below the focus lens and takes the spatter so the expensive focus and collimating lenses do not. On a hard-working machine it is replaced roughly once a day to once a week depending on material, gas purity, and parameters. Running a clouded or pitted window is a false economy - it absorbs power, heats up, distorts the beam, and eventually cracks and contaminates the focus lens above it.

RayTools windows are sized by diameter × thickness and rated by power. The two you will order most are 24.9×1.5 (lower-power heads) and 27.9×4.1 (211LCG0037, the BT210/BT240 and ≤4 kW standard), with 37×7 windows for the 6-20 kW heads. Always match the power rating - a 4 kW window in a 6 kW head will fail fast. Browse protective windows →

RayTools Ceramic Rings

The ceramic ring (ceramic body / nozzle holder) isolates the nozzle electrically and carries the capacitive height-sensing signal back to the controller. A cracked or carbon-tracked ceramic causes erratic height following, head crashes, and "unstable signal" faults - so it is a genuine functional part, not just a holder.

RayTools uses two main ceramics, and ordering the wrong thread is the most common mistake:

• 120274100B - D32 outer, 12 mm height, M14 thread. Fits BT240 and the BMH109/110/111/114 heads. High-grade alumina, anti-crack, gold-plated conductive needle for stable signal.
• 120515099A - D28, M11 thread. Fits BT220, BM114, BM115, BS06K, BS12K and similar D28 heads.

Browse ceramic rings → Original-grade alumina only - the cheap copies expand unevenly and burst at the cutting temperature.

Original vs Aftermarket RayTools Parts

An honest comparison, because this is the decision every buyer is actually making. "Aftermarket" covers a wide range - from competent OEM-spec manufacturers to throwaway marketplace copies. Here is how to think about it part by part.

SparesZone's position: we stock original and original-grade parts only for the items that affect cut quality, optic life, and safety. We do not sell the B-grade copies that fail concentricity or burn through - because a ₹200 saving on a nozzle that scraps a ₹20,000 sheet is not a saving.

How to Choose the Right RayTools Cutting Head

If you are specifying a head (new machine, upgrade, or replacement), work through these five questions:

1. What is your laser source power? This is the hard limit. 1.5 kW → BM109/BT210S; 2-3.3 kW → BM111/BT240S; 4-6 kW → BM114S/BM115; 6 kW+ → BM06K/BS series. Never under-rate the head for the source.
2. Autofocus or manual? If you cut mixed thicknesses or pierce thick plate often, autofocus (BM) pays for itself in cycle time and pierce reliability. For repetitive single-thickness or budget builds, manual (BT) is fine.
3. Sheet, tube, or 3D? Tube and 3D cutting need the specific TubeCut / 3D head variants and matching ceramics (e.g. the small D19.5 3D ceramic). Tell us the application.
4. Connection/interface? BM111 ships in FC (HcFa) and Yaskawa/Analog interface versions, among others. The head must match your CNC/drive interface - this is where a wrong order hurts most.
5. What is your consumable budget per month? A higher-power head with a larger aperture uses larger, costlier windows and ceramics. Factor running cost, not just purchase price.

Unsure on any of these? Send your machine make/model and source power to +91 92740 95891 and we will spec the head and the consumable set together.

RayTools Maintenance Guide

A RayTools head is low-maintenance if you respect the consumable intervals. Practical guidance from shops running these daily:

• Protective window: inspect every shift. Replace at the first sign of haze, pitting, or spatter you cannot wipe off. On heavy mild-steel work, often daily. This one part protects everything above it.
• Nozzle: replace when the tip shows spatter build-up, ovality, or any visible damage. A damaged tip wrecks cut quality immediately. Keep a small stock of your common sizes.
• Ceramic ring: replace if cracked, chipped, or if you see height-signal instability or carbon tracking. Re-seat firmly - a loose ceramic mimics a sensor fault.
• Focus & collimating lens: these are protected by the window, so they last far longer - but inspect when changing the window. Replace at any contamination or thermal-lensing symptom (focus drift, drop in cut speed).
• Cooling water: keep the chiller within RayTools' temperature band (roughly 0-45°C operating). Stable water temperature keeps focus stable.
• Cleanliness: change consumables in a clean area, never touch optic surfaces, and use lint-free wipes and proper solvent. Most "bad lens" failures are contamination from careless handling.

RayTools Troubleshooting Guide

The most common RayTools cutting problems and what actually causes them:

Rule of thumb: cut-quality problems → start with the nozzle and the protective window (cheap, fast). Height/signal problems → start with the ceramic and the sensor cable.

Compatible Laser Sources & Machines

RayTools heads use a QBH fiber connector and are designed to work with all mainstream fiber laser sources - Raycus, IPG, Max (Maxphotonics), nLight and others - on CNC fiber laser cutting machines. They are also widely fitted on Indian and imported machine brands. The head choice is driven by source power and interface, not by source brand. If you run a Raycus or Max source (common in India), the standard BM111 / BM114S heads and their consumables are a direct fit.

SparesZone also stocks the consumables for the other heads you may run alongside RayTools - WSX, Precitec, OSPRI, and DNE - so you can source every head's spares from one place. Browse laser sources →

RayTools Price in India

Indicative pricing for the Indian market (exact price depends on model, revision, interface, and quantity - WhatsApp for a live quote with GST):

• RayTools nozzles (D32): from ₹185 per piece, bulk discounts above 50 pcs.
• Protective windows (211LCG series): priced per disc by size and power rating; the 24.9×1.5 and 27.9×4.1 are the volume sizes.
• Ceramic rings (120274100B / 120515099A): priced per piece; keep spares - they are a wear-and-crash part.
• Cutting heads (BM111, BM114S, BT240S etc.): a complete autofocus head is a five-figure-rupee purchase that scales with power and interface; the XC3000S control system is a separate ~₹1.6-1.7 lakh-class item (it is a CNC controller, not a cutting head).

What changes the price: power rating (higher kW = costlier optics), autofocus vs manual, interface version, genuine vs original-grade, and quantity. For an accurate, GST-inclusive quote on any RayTools part, message +91 92740 95891.

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