Unity Elite PRO IP65 Lasers: Designed for Impact, Built to Last

If you’ve been around lasers for any length of time, you already know the name Pangolin carries weight. From the early days of laser control to the industry-standard platforms powering today’s biggest shows, they’ve shaped how designers think about precision, safety, and creative control. Now, that same legacy of innovation takes physical form in the Unity Elite Pro IP65 Series—a lineup of professional-grade laser fixtures that merge Pangolin’s engineering DNA with modern touring practicality.

The Big Picture: How Pangolin, Unity, and KVANT Connect

Pangolin sits at the top of the laser control world. They’re the software and systems company behind industry standards like QuickShow, BEYOND, and FB3QS/FB4 control. Pangolin doesn’t just make software; they also help define the protocols, safety systems, and hardware interfaces that most professional laser manufacturers build around.

KVANT, based in Slovakia, is a high-end laser manufacturer known for its premium build quality and optical precision. KVANT produces many of the world’s top-tier touring lasers and is Pangolin’s longtime strategic partner. The two companies work hand in hand:

Pangolin provides the control and processing brains, while KVANT builds the bodies. You’ll often see Pangolin FB4s and BEYOND control integrated directly into KVANT systems.

Unity is a joint venture and partnership between Pangolin and KVANT, formally established in 2020, created to help bring a new range of retail-based laser projection systems to the global marketplace. Unity’s mission is to make quality laser display technology more accessible and economically priced while maintaining the integrity, reliability, and support these companies are known for. Each system leverages unique laser technologies developed by Pangolin and KVANT to reduce production costs without sacrificing performance or build quality, ensuring dependable systems that meet the needs of lighting designers, programmers, and production companies alike.

Think of it this way:

• Pangolin = the control technology (software, firmware, and brains)

• KVANT = the high-end precision manufacturer and R&D partner

• Unity = the joint venture combining both strengths to deliver pro-grade performance at an accessible price

Unified Laser Engine: What It Is And Why It Matters

The Elite Pro IP65 series is built around Unity’s most advanced laser engine, a unified laser module purpose-built for professional touring and permanent installs where color fidelity actually matters. A unified laser engine (sometimes called a unified laser module or integrated RGB engine) refers to a laser system where the red, green, and blue laser diodes are housed together in a single, sealed optical assembly instead of being built as three separate components that need to be aligned manually.

In older or lower cost laser systems, each color has its own optical module and those beams get merged using mirrors or dichroic filters. Any shift in transport, vibration from subs, or long term heat cycling can cause those three beams to drift. That drift shows up on stage as color fringing, weird outlines, and gradients that look mushy instead of clean. A unified engine removes most of that risk by aligning all three beams at the source and locking them into place inside a single optical path.

The Real World Advantages Of A Unified Engine

When all color channels are generated inside one optical block, the fixture gains several performance advantages that LDs actually feel in programming, rendering, and playback. Here is what those advantages look like when you break them down:

Lower beam divergence: Because the beam is generated inside a single optical chamber, the output stays tighter over long distances. You get sharper aerials and longer throws that do not bloom or spread out as quickly. This matters for festivals, stadiums, and any wide room where lasers need to carry.

Smoother color transitions: The unified path keeps red, green, and blue locked together, so fades between mixed colors feel smooth instead of stepping between channels or revealing mismatched edges.

Variable white balance: Since all channels are controlled from within one optical source, the fixture can achieve a wider and more accurate white spectrum. This matters when matching lasers against video, LED walls, or camera work where whites must sit correctly on waveform.

Uniform beam profiles: No halos. No chromatic outlines. No artifacts drifting across the room. All three colors track evenly from center to edge, which keeps graphical content clean and atmospheric looks consistent across the entire canvas.

True mixed colors across the projection area: When you draw gradients or dynamic content, the colors stay aligned edge to edge. That means the tones you program are the tones you see, even across massive spaces or outdoor environments.

These are the advantages you look for when comparing laser systems at the pro tier. A unified module simply delivers more stable color, cleaner output, and fewer surprises in real world environments.

Smaller, Lighter, And More Efficient: Why Size Reduction Matters

By integrating all three color channels inside one unified optical assembly, manufacturers can shrink the entire engine and dramatically cut down on weight. For laser fixtures, that shift is a big deal. Older systems needed three separate modules, mounting hardware, and a larger thermal footprint just to keep everything aligned. A unified engine removes most of that complexity and the entire fixture gets leaner as a result.

For touring designers and production teams, that reduction translates directly into smoother workflow. A lighter fixture means it takes fewer people to lift, rig, and secure, which speeds up load in and load out and reduces stress on both crew and hardware. Freight costs also drop because the cases get lighter and the overall shipping footprint tightens up. When you are moving gear from city to city or country to country, that difference adds up fast.

Permanent installs see the benefits too. Smaller engines are easier to hide inside themed environments, rooftops, booths, and tight backstage locations without compromising airflow or blocking access. The thermal performance improves, the color stays more consistent over long operating hours, and the system as a whole becomes easier to maintain.

Unity Elite PRO IP65: Faster and More Precise Scanning

Faster scanners have also been tuned for higher-resolution rendering, so your content doesn’t just look brighter, it plays smoother. Whether you’re pushing fine text, vector shapes, or organic movement, the engine maintains precision even across wide throws. For shows that combine graphics, video, and atmospheric laser looks, that precision helps everything blend more naturally instead of feeling like separate layers.

Both axes have been optimized for wide-angle performance, giving each unit a dramatically larger coverage footprint. A single fixture can now fill more of the room, the skyline, or the stage without pushing the system to its limits. Power efficiency was another focus. The Elite PRO IP65’s scanning system is paired with a low-draw power supply, allowing you to run more fixtures on a single 20A circuit.

Expanded Safety and 4-Way Masking Plate

Safety isn’t the flashy part of a laser, but it’s the most critical. When you’re projecting high-powered beams across a crowd, arena, or outdoor landscape, control and containment are everything. Unity built the Elite Pro IP65 Series with that in mind — not just to meet regulations, but to make operators feel confident running shows at scale.

The first major addition is the new four-way masking plate, a mechanical safeguard that limits beam output within a defined window. Think of it as a shutter system built directly into the housing. It gives you fine physical control over where beams can and can’t go, helping ensure safe operation in environments where audience scanning or reflective surfaces might come into play. For touring crews and permanent installs alike, that means one less variable to stress about when you hit “go.”

Each Elite Pro IP65 fixture includes redundant E-Stop connectivity, sealed locking safety interlocks, and full digital safety management through Pangolin’s FB4 media server. Operators can adjust output limits, define safe zones, and fine-tune beam geometry right from the onboard interface — no extra hardware or software windows required.

All systems are fully compliant with FDA and EN 60825-1 regulations, and Unity takes it one step further by offering free variance filing and reporting support for U.S. customers. That’s an industry-first level of care from a manufacturer that actually understands what it’s like to work under laser safety officers, production schedules, and real-world pressure.

In short, the Elite Pro IP65 isn’t just designed to perform. It’s designed to protect.

Industry Standard Control and Hardware

Here is where Unity really flexes. Every Elite Pro IP65 laser ships with a Pangolin FB4 media server already built inside the fixture. No external boxes. No racks. No surprise cable runs. You treat it the same way you treat any moving light. Plug in data, plug in power, patch it, and you are in business.

DMX, Art Net, and sACN can be connected right out of the back panel, so connecting to any lighting console is as simple as running a data line the same way you would for any fixture. Pangolin even breaks down how simple it is to get console control here. Or if you just want quick control on the fly, the MoboLaser mobile laser app for iOS and Android has you covered.

Which Unity Laser Is Right For Me?

Unity offers systems ranging from 1.7W to 120W, with customizable options to meet any application’s needs. Off the shelf, the Elite Pro IP65 line spans six power classes: 10W, 20W, 30W, 40W, 60W, and 120W. Which one is for you?

• 10W: Perfect for large indoor venues or small outdoor activations.

• 20–40W: The sweet spot for arena tours and festival stages.

• 60–120W: When you’re projecting across cityscapes, rooftops, or 200-foot stages.

  
  

So whether you’re lighting a club, a stadium, or an entire skyline, there’s an Elite Pro IP65 system ready to match your scale.

From Us: 24/7 Emergency Support

Buying a Unity laser connects you to more than just the hardware. Pangolin offers 24/7 emergency support, so if something ever goes wrong, you’re not left guessing. There’s also an active community of Unity users who share programming tips, show files, and creative setups online. Between the product and the people behind it, you’re joining a larger network of creators who want to see each other succeed.

Unity feels like a thoughtful step forward for laser projection. It’s faster, more accurate in color, and smarter about how it uses power. For designers looking to keep their rigs light and reliable while expanding creative possibilities, the Pangolin + KVANT Unity line is a strong next step.

⚡️ Check out this video from Pangolin on The Unity Elite PRO FB4 IP65 Series here: