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Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 vs FLUX HEXA 60W

Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2
$4,497
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FLUX HEXA 60W
$5,455
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Laser
TypeCO2 LaserCO2 Laser
Wavelength10,600 nm10,600 nm
Optical Power70 W60 W
Performance
Work Area508 × 356 mm730 × 410 mm
Max Speed90,000 mm/min54,000 mm/min
FocusAutofocusAutofocus
Features
EnclosureYesYes
Air AssistYesNo
Rotary CompatibleYesYes
WiFiYesYes
CameraNoYes
Physical
Approx. Price$4,497$5,455
Release Year20212023
Weight188 kg50 kg
Pros & Cons

Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2

What we like

  • 1,500 mm/s Hybrid Servo speed (fastest in class at price)
  • Motorized autofocus
  • 4-way pass-through for large material
  • US-made American Photonics optics (+14% beam transmission)
  • 2-year warranty + free lifetime tech support
  • ISO-9001 certified manufacturer

Watch out for

  • Very heavy at 415 lbs — freight delivery required
  • Built to order (lead time varies)
  • Water cooling setup required
  • No camera
  • Software (LightBurn) costs extra ($199 upgrade)

FLUX HEXA 60W

What we like

  • Largest work area in the FLUX lineup (730×410mm)
  • 60W for fast, deep cuts in thick wood and acrylic
  • 900mm/s — production-level throughput
  • Class 1 fully sealed — safe for office and studio environments
  • Distinctive hexagonal design maximises internal volume for footprint

Watch out for

  • Premium price ($5,455)
  • Heavy (~50 kg) — difficult to move once installed
  • No built-in air assist
  • LightBurn requires optional USB bridge cable
  • 60W CO2 tube replacement costs ~$650
Compatible Materials

Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2

WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals

FLUX HEXA 60W

WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass

The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 costs $4,497 (18% less) than the FLUX HEXA 60W, which is priced at $5,455.

The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 has 14% more optical power (70W vs 60W).

The FLUX HEXA 60W offers a 40% larger work area (730 × 410 mm vs 508 × 356 mm).

The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 has a 40% higher maximum speed (90,000 mm/min vs 54,000 mm/min).

Feature-wise, Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 includes air assist, while FLUX HEXA 60W does not; FLUX HEXA 60W includes a camera, while Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 does not.