Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 vs Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 60 W | 60 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 610 × 610 mm | 610 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 180,000 mm/min | 168,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $15,000 | $17,500 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2020 |
| Weight | 79 kg | 95 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)
Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2
What we like
- InPack™ technology protects moving parts from dust — very low maintenance
- Available in 3 laser power levels for flexibility
- True professional-grade RF CO2 laser (sealed, maintenance-free, air-cooled)
- Ruby® software included — best-in-class job management
- Strong global Trotec service and support network
Watch out for
- Price is by quote only — significantly higher than hobby CO2 lasers
- Air assist is not standard (optional extra)
- WiFi not available — USB only
- Work area is narrower than some hobby CO2 lasers at similar or lower price
Compatible Materials
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Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2
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The Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 costs $15,000 (14% less) than the Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2, which is priced at $17,500.
Both machines share the same 60W optical power rating.
The Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 offers a 50% larger work area (610 × 610 mm vs 610 × 305 mm).
The Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 has a 7% higher maximum speed (180,000 mm/min vs 168,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 includes a camera, while Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2 does not; Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2 does not.