Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 vs Epilog Fusion Pro 36 80W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 60 W | 80 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 610 × 610 mm | 914 × 610 mm |
| Max Speed | 180,000 mm/min | 252,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $15,000 | $28,000 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Weight | 79 kg | 124 kg |
Pros & Cons
Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2
What we like
- Pass-through door for long/large materials
- IRIS™ HD+ upgraded camera for better registration accuracy
- Lightest full-size Epilog at 175 lbs (79 kg)
- CO2 or 60W MOPA fiber source option in same chassis
- Compact 20" height allows tabletop placement
Watch out for
- Shorter material clearance than Edge (7" vs 10")
- Air compressor not standard
- Price by contact
- Fiber config limited to 24"×24" size (no 36" with fiber)
Epilog Fusion Pro 36 80W CO2
What we like
- 4.2 m/s (165 IPS) — fastest in the Epilog lineup
- Available up to 200W CO2 or dual CO2+fiber configuration
- IRIS™ Camera with registration marks for precise print-and-cut
- Drop-down door for long/cylindrical object access
- 5G acceleration with brushless DC servos for production efficiency
Watch out for
- Price is by contact and significant for small operations
- Air compressor not standard
- Heavy (275 lbs / 124 kg) — requires dedicated workspace
- Industrial exhaust required (sold separately)
Compatible Materials
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Epilog Fusion Pro 36 80W CO2
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The Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 costs $15,000 (46% less) than the Epilog Fusion Pro 36 80W CO2, which is priced at $28,000.
The Epilog Fusion Pro 36 80W CO2 has 25% more optical power (80W vs 60W).
The Epilog Fusion Pro 36 80W CO2 offers a 33% larger work area (914 × 610 mm vs 610 × 610 mm).
The Epilog Fusion Pro 36 80W CO2 has a 29% higher maximum speed (252,000 mm/min vs 180,000 mm/min).