Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 vs ULS VLS6.75
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 80 W | 75 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 914 × 610 mm | 813 × 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 | $18,000 | $31,000 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2015 |
| Weight | 117 kg | 147 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 VLS6.75
What we like
- Largest work area in the Platform Series at 32"×18"
- Dual 4in exhaust ports rated for higher CFM than the smaller VLS3.75/4.75
- Up to 75W CO2 for cutting depth on wood and acrylic
- 7in (178mm) rotary capacity
- Rapid Reconfiguration™ tool-free laser source swaps
Watch out for
- Quote-only pricing through authorized resellers
- Heaviest Platform Series model at 325 lbs (147kg)
- Requires a dedicated Windows PC via USB
- No camera registration or WiFi
- Same 75W power ceiling as the smaller, cheaper VLS3.75 — the upgrade is size, not power
Compatible Materials
Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
ULS VLS6.75
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 costs $18,000 (42% less) than the ULS VLS6.75, which is priced at $31,000.
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 has 6% more optical power (80W vs 75W).
The Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 offers a 33% larger work area (914 × 610 mm vs 813 × 457 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 VLS6.75 does not; Epilog Fusion Edge 36 80W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while ULS VLS6.75 does not.