FLUX HEXA 60W vs xTool P3 80W CO2
| 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 | 915 × 458 mm |
| Max Speed | 54,000 mm/min | 72,000 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 | $6,999 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Weight | 50 kg | 105 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
xTool P3 80W CO2
What we like
- 80W CO2 tube — cuts through thick materials quickly and cleanly
- Huge 915×458mm (36"×18") Class 1 enclosed work area
- Built-in inverter water chiller — no external chiller needed
- Dual cameras (5MP + 16MP) for precise auto-placement
- 220mm AutoLift Base for processing tall objects
- Optional automatic conveyor feeder for batch production
- Optional 5W IR module for metal marking
Watch out for
- Extremely heavy at 105 kg — requires permanent installation
- High price at $6,999
- Large footprint (1250×780mm) — needs dedicated workspace
- CO2 tube and water chiller require periodic maintenance
- Mandatory ventilation setup
Compatible Materials
FLUX HEXA 60W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
xTool P3 80W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlassStone
The FLUX HEXA 60W costs $5,455 (22% less) than the xTool P3 80W CO2, which is priced at $6,999.
The xTool P3 80W CO2 has 25% more optical power (80W vs 60W).
The xTool P3 80W CO2 offers a 29% larger work area (915 × 458 mm vs 730 × 410 mm).
The xTool P3 80W CO2 has a 25% higher maximum speed (72,000 mm/min vs 54,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, xTool P3 80W CO2 includes air assist, while FLUX HEXA 60W does not.