Thunder Laser RF Tube Exchange Program
RF Laser Tube Refurbishment and Recharge Service
This article covers the recharge service swap for SPT RF laser tubes (30W, 60W, and 80W). Iradion/Luxinar and Coherent tubes follow a different process, described at the end of this article.
Overview
Thunder Laser USA coordinates the refurbishment of RF laser tubes from three manufacturers: SPT, Iradion/Luxinar, and Coherent. The tubes are refurbished by the factory or the manufacturer, not by Thunder Laser USA.
For SPT tubes, Thunder Laser USA offers a service swap. You receive a recharged tube first, then send your original tube (the "core") back to us. Returned core tubes are sent back to the factory to be recharged.
Note: This is a recharge service swap. You are not buying a replacement tube outright. You will receive a tube that has already been refurbished, not your original tube, and your core tube must be returned to complete the swap.
Tubes Still Under Warranty
The recharge process in this article is for tubes that are out of warranty. If your tube is still under warranty, contact [email protected] instead. You will be asked to sign a form, and we ship the replacement tube without a core charge. We work with Coherent, Iradion/Luxinar, and our own stock to keep your downtime to a minimum, but longer delays can occur as we work with the manufacturer to approve and process the RMA.
SPT Recharge Pricing
A $500 refundable core charge is added to every SPT recharge order. Once the core charge is refunded, your final cost is the recharge price.
Tube | Recharge Price | Refundable Core Charge | Recharge + Core Charge | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
30W Bolt | $1,050 | $500 | $1,550 | |
60W Nova Plus | $1,050 | $500 | $1,550 | |
80W | $1,050 | $500 | $1,550 | Contact support |
Prices as of May 7, 2025.
How the SPT Service Swap Works
Email [email protected] to request a coupon code. The code reduces the order to the correct price for your RF tube swap.
Place your order from the listing for your tube in the pricing table above, using the coupon code. The $500 refundable core charge is added to the total.
Receive your recharged tube. A return label is included in the shipment.
Thunder Laser USA emails you a digital copy of your RMA form. Print it and fill it out, entering the serial number of your original (core) tube and the serial number of the recharged tube you received. Failure to include the RMA may delay your refund.
Pack your core tube securely so it survives shipping, and place the completed RMA form inside the box with the tube.
Use the included label to ship the core tube back to Thunder Laser USA. Ship it early enough that it arrives within 30 calendar days of the day you received your recharged tube.
Thunder Laser USA refunds the $500 core charge once we receive your serviceable core tube.
Important: The core charge is refunded only when a serviceable tube arrives at Thunder Laser USA within 30 calendar days of the day you receive your recharged tube. Postmark dates are not accepted. Thunder Laser USA reserves the right to make exceptions for events such as holidays or severe weather, but not for personal circumstances. A serviceable tube is one that is not broken or physically damaged and arrives packed well enough to survive shipping. After 30 days, the core charge is forfeited. You must use the return label included with your recharged tube and include the completed RMA form in the box.
Warranty and Shipping
Warranty: Recharged tubes include a 1-year limited replacement warranty, with standard shipping included. This is separate from the 2-year warranty on the laser machine itself.
Shipping within the contiguous USA: Standard shipping to the 48 contiguous states is included.
Shipping elsewhere: Shipping outside the 48 contiguous states incurs additional charges.
Iradion/Luxinar and Coherent Tubes
Iradion/Luxinar and Coherent tubes are recharged through those manufacturers, so the process differs from the SPT service swap above. Contact support for details on your tube.
Iradion/Luxinar Recharge
Thunder Laser USA can arrange the recharge of your Iradion/Luxinar tube with Iradion/Luxinar for $1,700. Contact [email protected] to get started. If additional service work is needed, it can be quoted separately after the tube arrives at the repair facility.
Note: Iradion/Luxinar recharge pricing is set by Iradion/Luxinar and is subject to change. Shipping and any core fees (if applicable) are extra.
Price as of November 9, 2026.
You can also work with Iradion/Luxinar directly through the contact form on the Luxinar locations and support page. If you work directly with Iradion/Luxinar, Thunder Laser USA is not involved in the recharge.
Coherent Recharge Pricing
Tube | Recharge Price | Order |
|---|---|---|
30W Bolt Plus and Bolt Pro | $1,750 | |
55W Bolt Pro | $2,350 |
Prices as of May 7, 2025.
Working Directly with Coherent
You can also arrange your recharge directly with Coherent by emailing [email protected]. If you work directly with Coherent, Thunder Laser USA is not involved in the recharge.
Third-Party Option: Evergreen Laser
As an alternative to going through Thunder Laser USA, you can choose to have your tube serviced by Evergreen Laser in Durham, CT. For pricing and lead time, email [email protected].
Note: If you go directly to Coherent, Iradion/Luxinar, or Evergreen Laser instead of through Thunder Laser USA, all future service and warranty for that tube is handled by the company you paid for the service. Thunder Laser USA cannot set or guarantee another company's pricing, service, or warranty terms.
Reference Articles
Need Help?
For coupon codes, pricing, or questions about your tube, email [email protected].
Disclaimer: All pricing, fees, and terms in this article are subject to change without notice. Thunder Laser USA is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions. Contact support to confirm current pricing before ordering.
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