FLUX HEXA 60W vs FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 60 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 730 × 410 mm | 508 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 54,000 mm/min | 30,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $5,455 | $4,499 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2019 |
| Weight | 50 kg | 24.5 kg |
Pros & Cons
FLUX HEXA 60W
What we like
- Largest work area in the FLUX lineup (730×410mm)
- 60W for fast, deep cuts in thick wood and acrylic
- 900mm/s — production-level throughput
- Class 1 fully sealed — safe for office and studio environments
- Distinctive hexagonal design maximises internal volume for footprint
Watch out for
- Premium price ($5,455)
- Heavy (~50 kg) — difficult to move once installed
- No built-in air assist
- LightBurn requires optional USB bridge cable
- 60W CO2 tube replacement costs ~$650
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 HEXA 60W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberPaperGlasscoated metals
The FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2 costs $4,499 (18% less) than the FLUX HEXA 60W, which is priced at $5,455.
The FLUX HEXA 60W has 33% more optical power (60W vs 40W).
The FLUX HEXA 60W offers a 48% larger work area (730 × 410 mm vs 508 × 305 mm).
The FLUX HEXA 60W has a 44% higher maximum speed (54,000 mm/min vs 30,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2 includes air assist, while FLUX HEXA 60W does not.