AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed vs AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5")
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 440 × 415 mm | 400 × 851 mm |
| Max Speed | 30,000 mm/min | 30,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $929 | $729 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Weight | 6.5 kg | 6.5 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed
What we like
- Enclosure improves indoor air/fume containment and safety
- Same touchscreen smart features as the open-frame Alpha MK2
- Better suited to shared/indoor workspaces than the open-frame version
- Automatic air assist included
Watch out for
- Highest-priced 20W Alpha MK2 configuration
- Bulkier and heavier than the open-frame model
- Exact enclosure dimensions not published as text — verify before publishing
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5")
What we like
- Nearly double the Y-axis travel of the standard Alpha MK2 20W
- Same touchscreen control as the base model
- Good for signage and long, narrow workpieces
- Automatic air assist included
Watch out for
- Larger footprint needs more desk space
- Open frame — no enclosure on this configuration
- Priced above the standard-bed Alpha MK2 20W
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed
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AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5")
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The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") costs $729 (22% less) than the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed, which is priced at $929.
Both machines share the same 20W optical power rating.
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") offers a 46% larger work area (400 × 851 mm vs 440 × 415 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 30,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") does not.