FLUX Beambox 40W vs FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 375 × 265 mm | 508 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 30,000 mm/min | 30,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $2,845 | $4,499 |
| Release Year | 2018 | 2019 |
| Weight | 21 kg | 24.5 kg |
Pros & Cons
FLUX Beambox 40W
What we like
- Proven, well-documented platform with a large user community
- Built-in camera for visual positioning
- Polished Beam Studio software — fully offline
- 40W for clean cuts up to 10mm in wood and acrylic
- WiFi, USB, and Ethernet connectivity
Watch out for
- Legacy model — superseded by the Beambox II
- Smaller work area than Beambox II (375×265 vs 600×375mm)
- Manual focus only
- No built-in air assist
- Heavy at 21 kg
FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2
What we like
- Intel RealSense™ 3D camera for curved/uneven surface engraving
- Motorized autofocus — no manual Z adjustment needed
- Coolbox (air + water cooling) included in bundle
- Browser-based RetinaEngrave v3 — Mac/Linux/Windows
- Removable floor for pass-through engraving
Watch out for
- Same 20×12 in work area as Core
- No published max speed
- Significantly pricier than Core for same work area
- Air assist from Coolbox, not integrated into machine head
Compatible Materials
FLUX Beambox 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberPaperGlasscoated metals
The FLUX Beambox 40W costs $2,845 (37% less) than the FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2, which is priced at $4,499.
Both machines share the same 40W optical power rating.
The FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2 offers a 36% larger work area (508 × 305 mm vs 375 × 265 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 30,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2 includes air assist, while FLUX Beambox 40W does not.