Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 vs Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 80 W | 30 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 914 × 610 mm | 457 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 180,000 mm/min | 90,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $18,000 | $9,995 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Weight | 117 kg | 53 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 50 30W CO2
What we like
- Professional-grade RF CO2 laser source (maintenance-free, long life)
- Fast for its class — 1.5 m/s, up to 6.5× faster than comparable desktop lasers
- Ruby® software is best-in-class for workflow automation
- CE & FDA compliant, true Class 2 safety enclosure
- Excellent Trotec global service network
Watch out for
- Price is significantly above hobbyist CO2 desktops — quote only
- Single laser power option (30W only)
- No WiFi in standard config (Ethernet only)
- Requires exhaust system (sold separately)
Compatible Materials
Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2
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Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2
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The Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2 costs $9,995 (44% less) than the Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2, which is priced at $18,000.
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 has 63% more optical power (80W vs 30W).
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 offers a 75% larger work area (914 × 610 mm vs 457 × 305 mm).
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 has a 50% higher maximum speed (180,000 mm/min vs 90,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2 includes air assist, while Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 does not; Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 includes a camera, while Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2 does not; Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2 does not.