FLUX HEXA 60W vs Thunder Laser Nova 35
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 60 W | 80 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 730 × 410 mm | 900 × 600 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 | $9,230 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2015 |
| Weight | 50 kg | 311 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 35
What we like
- Large 35" × 23" work area handles big production jobs
- 80W–100W power cuts thick wood and acrylic efficiently
- 1,000 mm/s servo speed for fast batch production
- Pass-through door for unlimited-length material
- Includes LightBurn and lifetime US support
Watch out for
- Very heavy at 311 kg — requires freight delivery and forklift
- No built-in camera (optional ThunderCam)
- Price not listed online — requires dealer quote
- Glass CO2 tube needs replacement every 2,000–4,000 hours
Compatible Materials
FLUX HEXA 60W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
Thunder Laser Nova 35
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricPaperGlassRubberStone
The FLUX HEXA 60W costs $5,455 (41% less) than the Thunder Laser Nova 35, which is priced at $9,230.
The Thunder Laser Nova 35 has 25% more optical power (80W vs 60W).
The Thunder Laser Nova 35 offers a 45% larger work area (900 × 600 mm vs 730 × 410 mm).
The Thunder Laser Nova 35 has a 10% higher maximum speed (60,000 mm/min vs 54,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Thunder Laser Nova 35 includes air assist, while FLUX HEXA 60W does not; FLUX HEXA 60W includes a camera, while Thunder Laser Nova 35 does not; FLUX HEXA 60W includes WiFi connectivity, while Thunder Laser Nova 35 does not.