Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 vs Thunder Laser Nova 24
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 105 W | 60 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 1016 × 610 mm | 600 × 399 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 60,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $10,524 | $6,180 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2015 |
| Weight | 285 kg | 141 kg |
Pros & Cons
Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2
What we like
- 40×24 in work area for large-format production
- Optional Mach4 servo upgrade to 2,400 mm/s
- 105W or 155W tube options
- 4-way pass-through
- ISO-9001 certified; free lifetime support
Watch out for
- Very heavy — freight delivery required
- Built to order; lead time varies
- Water chiller required for 155W
- No camera
Thunder Laser Nova 24
What we like
- Fast 1,000 mm/s hybrid servo motors — outpaces many competitors
- Includes LightBurn software (2 licenses) and CW5000 chiller
- Excellent US-based support from Thunder Laser USA
- Pass-through door for oversized material
- Strong community and extensive knowledge base
Watch out for
- Requires water chiller (adds setup complexity)
- No built-in camera (ThunderCam sold separately)
- Heavy at 141 kg — needs permanent placement
- Glass CO2 tube lifespan 2,000–4,000 hours vs RF metal tubes
Compatible Materials
Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals
Thunder Laser Nova 24
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricPaperGlassRubberStone
The Thunder Laser Nova 24 costs $6,180 (41% less) than the Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2, which is priced at $10,524.
The Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 has 43% more optical power (105W vs 60W).
The Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 offers a 61% larger work area (1016 × 610 mm vs 600 × 399 mm).
The Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 has a 33% higher maximum speed (90,000 mm/min vs 60,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while Thunder Laser Nova 24 does not.