Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 vs ULS VLS3.60DT
| 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 | 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 | $18,000 | $16,891 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2016 |
| Weight | 117 kg | 43 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)
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 Edge 36 80W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
ULS VLS3.60DT
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
The ULS VLS3.60DT costs $16,891 (6% 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 15% higher maximum speed (180,000 mm/min vs 152,400 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 includes a camera, while ULS VLS3.60DT does not; Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while ULS VLS3.60DT does not.