FLUX HEXA 60W vs Thunder Laser Nova 24
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 60 W | 60 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 730 × 410 mm | 600 × 399 mm |
| Max Speed | 54,000 mm/min | 60,000 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 | $5,455 | $6,180 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2015 |
| Weight | 50 kg | 141 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
Thunder Laser Nova 24
What we like
- Fast 1,000 mm/s hybrid servo motors — outpaces many competitors
- Includes LightBurn software (2 licenses) and CW5000 chiller
- Excellent US-based support from Thunder Laser USA
- Pass-through door for oversized material
- Strong community and extensive knowledge base
Watch out for
- Requires water chiller (adds setup complexity)
- No built-in camera (ThunderCam sold separately)
- Heavy at 141 kg — needs permanent placement
- Glass CO2 tube lifespan 2,000–4,000 hours vs RF metal tubes
Compatible Materials
FLUX HEXA 60W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
Thunder Laser Nova 24
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricPaperGlassRubberStone
The FLUX HEXA 60W costs $5,455 (12% less) than the Thunder Laser Nova 24, which is priced at $6,180.
Both machines share the same 60W optical power rating.
The FLUX HEXA 60W offers a 20% larger work area (730 × 410 mm vs 600 × 399 mm).
The Thunder Laser Nova 24 has a 10% higher maximum speed (60,000 mm/min vs 54,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Thunder Laser Nova 24 includes air assist, while FLUX HEXA 60W does not; FLUX HEXA 60W includes a camera, while Thunder Laser Nova 24 does not; FLUX HEXA 60W includes WiFi connectivity, while Thunder Laser Nova 24 does not.