Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 vs ULS VLS3.60DT
| 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 | 610 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 152,400 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $10,524 | $16,891 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2016 |
| Weight | 285 kg | 43 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
ULS VLS3.60DT
What we like
- Larger 24"×12" work area than the VLS2.30DT at a similar footprint
- Up to 60W CO2 — enough for cutting moderately thick wood and acrylic
- Rapid Reconfiguration™ tool-free laser source swaps
- Materials database automates power/speed/focus settings
- Well-established reseller and support network in North America
Watch out for
- Quote-only pricing through resellers — base configuration alone runs into five figures
- Requires a dedicated Windows PC via USB — no standalone control panel
- No camera registration or WiFi
- Air compressor for gas assist sold separately
- Smaller work area than ULS's Platform Series (VLS3.75/4.75/6.75)
Compatible Materials
Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals
ULS VLS3.60DT
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
The Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 costs $10,524 (38% less) than the ULS VLS3.60DT, which is priced at $16,891.
The Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 has 43% more optical power (105W vs 60W).
The Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 offers a 70% larger work area (1016 × 610 mm vs 610 × 305 mm).
The ULS VLS3.60DT has a 41% higher maximum speed (152,400 mm/min vs 90,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 includes air assist, while ULS VLS3.60DT does not; Boss Laser LS-2440 105W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while ULS VLS3.60DT does not.