Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 vs Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 80 W | 60 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 914 × 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 | $18,000 | $17,500 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2020 |
| Weight | 117 kg | 95 kg |
Pros & Cons
Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2
What we like
- Brushless DC servo motors — faster and more durable than stepper motors
- 5G acceleration for efficient raster engraving
- Larger 914×610mm work area handles most commercial formats
- CO2 or fiber source options in same chassis
- IRIS™ 2-camera system for layout and print-and-cut
Watch out for
- Air compressor not standard
- No pass-through door (unlike Ascent)
- Price is by contact — significantly above hobby tier
- Heavy at 260 lbs (117 kg)
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
Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2
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The Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2 costs $17,500 (3% less) than the Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2, which is priced at $18,000.
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 has 25% more optical power (80W vs 60W).
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 offers a 67% larger work area (914 × 610 mm vs 610 × 305 mm).
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 has a 7% higher maximum speed (180,000 mm/min vs 168,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 includes a camera, while Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2 does not; Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while Trotec Speedy 100 60W CO2 does not.