Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 vs ULS VLS4.75
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 60 W | 75 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 610 × 610 mm | 610 × 457 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 | $27,000 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2015 |
| Weight | 79 kg | 122 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 VLS4.75
What we like
- Larger 24"×18" work area than the VLS3.75 at the same power and price tier
- Up to 75W CO2 for deeper cuts on wood and acrylic
- 7in (178mm) rotary capacity for cylindrical work
- Rapid Reconfiguration™ tool-free laser source swaps
- Free-standing cabinet with strong built-in exhaust
Watch out for
- Quote-only pricing through authorized resellers
- Heavy at 270 lbs (122kg) — needs a permanent, dedicated location
- Requires a dedicated Windows PC via USB
- No camera registration or WiFi
- Single laser source only (no fiber option, unlike the ULTRA series)
Compatible Materials
Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStoneMetal Engraving
ULS VLS4.75
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
The Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 costs $15,000 (44% less) than the ULS VLS4.75, which is priced at $27,000.
The ULS VLS4.75 has 20% more optical power (75W vs 60W).
The Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 offers a 25% larger work area (610 × 610 mm vs 610 × 457 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 VLS4.75 does not; Epilog Fusion Ascent 24 60W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while ULS VLS4.75 does not.