Fractional CO2 Laser Machine

What Is a Fractional CO2 Laser Machine?

A fractional CO2 laser machine is an ablative skin resurfacing laser that emits 10600nm light, splitting the beam into a grid of micro-beams that vaporize microscopic columns of tissue and trigger new collagen growth. It is built for dermatology clinics, medi-spas, laser beauty salons and equipment distributors that need one platform for scar removal, wrinkle reduction, stretch marks and pigmented lesions. As a CO2 laser manufacturer, Pmise builds every unit around an RF-excited laser source with CW, ultra pulse and interval pulse output, in three power levels: C01 (up to 30W), C02 (up to 40W) and C04 (up to 75W). Typical results are smoother texture, softened scars and tighter skin with far less downtime than fully ablative resurfacing.

How Does It Work?

A fractional CO2 laser works by splitting the 10600nm beam into a lattice of tiny micro-beams that ablate microscopic columns of tissue while leaving the skin around each column intact. The main absorption chromophore at 10600nm is water, which is also the primary component of the skin, so the laser energy converts into a precise, controlled thermal effect exactly where it is delivered.

After being applied to the skin, the lattice array of small beams produces multiple tiny three-dimensional, cylindrical thermal damage zones surrounded by normal, undamaged tissue. Because only a fraction of the surface is ablated (about 6.25% to 25% coverage depending on the selected spot density), the corneocytes from the surrounding tissue migrate quickly to repair the damaged zones and make them heal rapidly. At the same time, the heat rearranges the proliferation of collagen fiber and elastic fiber, brings the proportion of type I and type III collagen fiber close to normal, changes the tissue of pathological scar, softens the scar and gradually restores its elasticity. Dermal collagen fibers are heated so that they contract and remodel, collagen deposits in an orderly way and new collagen proliferates - improving skin elasticity and reducing scars. The same principle of collagen remodeling powers our fractional CO2 laser vaginal tightening machine, which uses this platform with a dedicated gynecological applicator.

Main Applications

• Anti-aging, wrinkle removal (type I, II and III wrinkles), skin lifting and tightening
• Removal of various scars: burn scars, surgical scars, traumatic scars, acne scars and keloids
• Stretch marks
• Pigmentation: freckles, aged spots, sun spots and other epidermal pigmented lesions - for deeper dermal pigment and tattoo removal, compare with our Q-switched ND:YAG laser machine
• White carbuncle wind, psoriasis
• Actinic cheilitis, rosacea, benign hyperplasia, benign tumor, hemangioma
• Large pores, rough skin and reconstruction of photo-aged skin
• Epidermal regeneration, acne, pockmarks
• Gynecological applications such as non-surgical vaginal tightening (with the dedicated vaginal applicator)

Key Advantages

• Three modes of laser energy output are available - CW (continuous wave), ultra pulse and interval (fractional) pulse - covering ablative resurfacing, precise cutting and fractional rejuvenation with one system.
• The RF-excited CO2 laser source delivers stable, uniform pulses with consistent spot size for tens of thousands of working hours, while ordinary glass-tube CO2 lasers lose energy from the start and typically last only hundreds of hours.
• Focal spot diameter is adjustable from 100um to 2000um and spot density from 36 to 576 spots/cm2, so the therapist can freely control ablation depth, coverage and healing-zone volume for each indication.
• Scan graphics (triangle, square, rectangle, diamond) and treatment areas from 1cm x 1cm to 3cm x 3cm fit different body areas and maximally avoid the side effects caused by spot overlap, reducing pain during treatment.
• A 635nm red aiming beam (up to 5mW) makes the treatment area clearly visible to the operator.
• An imported 7-joint articulated arm transmits the beam accurately and flexibly to any treatment position.
• Large color touch screen for easy operation, plus an intelligent error-reporting system that ensures operating safety.

Looking for skin tightening without ablation or downtime? Compare this system with our non-invasive HIFU machine for face lifting and skin tightening.

CO2 vs Er:YAG 2940 vs 1550nm: Which Resurfacing Laser?

Pmise manufactures three fractional resurfacing platforms. The table below compares the fractional CO2 laser with the 2940nm Er:YAG fractional laser and the 1550nm erbium glass fractional laser so you can match the technology to your patient profile.

Technical Specifications

Get factory price and full technical specifications for Pmise-C01 / C02 / C04 ›

How to Choose the Right Model

All three models share the same 10600nm RF-excited laser source, 8.3mJ-166mJ pulse energy, 100um-2000um focal spot range and CW, ultra pulse and interval pulse output modes, so clinical capability per shot is identical. The only specification difference is maximum laser power, which decides how fast you can cover large areas and how much energy headroom you keep at high spot densities.

• Pmise-C01 (up to 30W) - the entry point for small beauty salons and clinics starting a skin resurfacing laser service, where treatment volume is moderate and budget matters most.
• Pmise-C02 (up to 40W) - the balanced choice for established clinics that run resurfacing daily and want extra power reserve for dense fractional patterns and larger treatment areas.
• Pmise-C04 (up to 75W) - built for high-patient-flow clinics and hospitals: the highest power shortens sessions on large areas such as stretch marks and keeps output stable in CW cutting and heavy fractional work.

If you are unsure, tell us your expected patient volume and main indications through the form below and we will recommend a model.

Warranty, Training & Support

• One-year warranty starting from the date you sign for the goods, plus lifetime maintenance.
• 30-minute response to technical consulting, backed by a service team of 50+ experts and 100+ technicians.
• Door-to-door service at least twice a year.
• Quotation within 12-24 hours of your inquiry.
• Developed by a team of 28 R&D personnel holding 10 patents; exported to America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia.

FAQ

What is a fractional CO2 laser machine used for?

A fractional CO2 laser machine is an ablative skin-resurfacing device that emits 10600nm laser light to treat scars, wrinkles, stretch marks and pigmented lesions. By creating microscopic thermal channels in the skin, it triggers new collagen production, tightens loose skin and improves overall texture and tone with limited downtime.

How much does a fractional CO2 laser machine cost?

The price of a fractional CO2 laser machine depends mainly on laser power, output modes and the beam-delivery system. Pmise offers three models - C01 (up to 30W), C02 (up to 40W) and C04 (up to 75W) - so clinics can match the configuration to their workload. Contact us through the form below for a factory-direct quote.

What is the difference between an RF-excited and a glass tube CO2 laser?

An RF-excited (metal tube) CO2 laser delivers pulses with consistent width, power and spot size for tens of thousands of working hours, while a glass tube loses energy noticeably from the start and typically lasts only hundreds of hours. All Pmise fractional CO2 models use an RF-excited laser source for stable, repeatable clinical results.

What is the difference between Pmise-C01, C02 and C04?

All three models share the same 10600nm RF-excited laser source, 8.3mJ-166mJ pulse energy, 100um-2000um adjustable focal spot and CW, ultra pulse and interval pulse output modes. They differ in maximum laser power: up to 30W for C01, up to 40W for C02 and up to 75W for C04, suiting clinics with different treatment volumes.

Is fractional CO2 laser treatment painful, and how long is the downtime?

Discomfort is limited because the fractional mode ablates only a small percentage of the skin surface and the adjustable spot density prevents overlapping of laser spots. The surrounding untreated tissue speeds up healing, so downtime is shorter than with fully ablative resurfacing, and treatment intensity can be tailored to each patient's tolerance.

What warranty and after-sales support does Pmise provide?

Every Pmise fractional CO2 laser machine comes with a one-year warranty from the date you sign for the goods, plus lifetime maintenance. Our service team of 50+ experts and 100+ technicians responds to technical consulting within 30 minutes, and door-to-door service is arranged at least twice a year.

How do I get a quotation, and how fast will Pmise reply?

Submit the contact form with your application, destination country and preferred model, and our team will send model suggestions, technical specifications and a factory quotation within 12-24 hours. As a CO2 laser manufacturer exporting to America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia, we quote factory-direct prices.

Treatment results vary by skin type, indication and operator settings. Professional operator training is required before clinical use.

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