Atomstack Proxima Fiber vs OMTech Galvo 30W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Fiber Laser | Fiber Laser |
| Wavelength | 1,064 nm | 1,064 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 30 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 200 × 200 mm | 175 × 175 mm |
| Max Speed | 300,000 mm/min | 600,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Fixed | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,799 | $1,999 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2021 |
| Weight | 12 kg | 18 kg |
Pros & Cons
Atomstack Proxima Fiber
What we like
- 20W MOPA fiber for deep, precise metal marking
- Very fast galvo scanning head
- Enclosed for eye safety
- Competitive price for a fiber laser
- Excellent for jewelry and industrial marking
Watch out for
- Cannot process wood or acrylic
- Small 200×200mm work area
- No rotary support
- Steep learning curve for new users
OMTech Galvo 30W
What we like
- Extremely fast galvo scanning up to 10,000 mm/s
- 100,000-hour fiber laser lifespan — essentially maintenance-free
- Marks metal directly without coatings (steel, aluminum, brass, titanium)
- Compact at 18 kg; LightBurn compatible on Mac and Windows
- Competitive $1,999 price for 30W fiber
Watch out for
- Small 175×175mm marking area
- Cannot cut or engrave wood, acrylic, or organic materials
- Open design — no enclosure for fumes/debris
- Manual focus only (autofocus version sold separately at higher price)
Compatible Materials
Atomstack Proxima Fiber
Metal EngravingAnodized AluminumGlassStoneRubber
OMTech Galvo 30W
steelaluminumbrasscoppertitaniumAnodized Aluminumcoated metals
The Atomstack Proxima Fiber costs $1,799 (10% less) than the OMTech Galvo 30W, which is priced at $1,999.
The OMTech Galvo 30W has 33% more optical power (30W vs 20W).
The Atomstack Proxima Fiber offers a 23% larger work area (200 × 200 mm vs 175 × 175 mm).
The OMTech Galvo 30W has a 50% higher maximum speed (600,000 mm/min vs 300,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Atomstack Proxima Fiber includes an enclosure, while OMTech Galvo 30W does not; OMTech Galvo 30W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Atomstack Proxima Fiber does not.