Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 vs ULS VLS2.30DT
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 105 W | 30 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 1397 × 914 mm | 406 × 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 | $12,224 | $12,500 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2016 |
| Weight | 520 kg | 32 kg |
Pros & Cons
Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2
What we like
- 55×36 in work area — among the largest in its class
- Optional Mach4 upgrade to 2,300 mm/s
- 105W or 155W tube options
- 4-way pass-through for full sheets
- ISO-9001 certified; free lifetime support
- 2-year warranty
Watch out for
- Extremely heavy — freight delivery required
- Built to order; lead time varies
- No camera
- Requires dedicated power and exhaust infrastructure
ULS VLS2.30DT
What we like
- Most affordable current ULS platform — lowest entry point into the ecosystem
- Rapid Reconfiguration™ lets the same chassis accept multiple CO2 laser wattages without tools
- Materials database automates power/speed/focus settings per material
- Compact 70 lb (32kg) desktop footprint
- US-made with an established reseller support network
Watch out for
- Quote-only pricing — no published price, must go through a reseller
- Smallest work area in the current ULS lineup (16"×12")
- Requires a dedicated Windows PC — no standalone touchscreen control
- No camera registration or WiFi
- Max 30W CO2 power limits cutting to thin materials only
Compatible Materials
Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals
ULS VLS2.30DT
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 costs $12,224 (2% less) than the ULS VLS2.30DT, which is priced at $12,500.
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 has 71% more optical power (105W vs 30W).
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 offers a 90% larger work area (1397 × 914 mm vs 406 × 305 mm).
The ULS VLS2.30DT has a 41% higher maximum speed (152,400 mm/min vs 90,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 includes air assist, while ULS VLS2.30DT does not; Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while ULS VLS2.30DT does not.