Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 vs ULS VLS3.60DT
| 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 | 152,400 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 | $16,891 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2016 |
| Weight | 79 kg | 43 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)
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
Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2
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ULS VLS3.60DT
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The Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 costs $15,000 (11% less) than the ULS VLS3.60DT, which is priced at $16,891.
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 15% higher maximum speed (180,000 mm/min vs 152,400 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 includes a camera, while ULS VLS3.60DT does not; Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while ULS VLS3.60DT does not.