LaserPecker LP5 vs OMTech Galvo 30W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Fiber Laser | Fiber Laser |
| Wavelength | 1,064 nm | 1,064 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 30 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 160 × 120 mm | 175 × 175 mm |
| Max Speed | 600,000 mm/min | 600,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $2,499 | $1,999 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2021 |
| Weight | 6.02 kg | 18 kg |
Pros & Cons
LaserPecker LP5
What we like
- Dual 20W system: fiber for metals, diode for organics — broadest material coverage
- 10,000 mm/s galvo speed and 0.0027mm precision for production use
- Can cut thin metals (up to 0.5mm steel, 0.2mm aluminum)
- WiFi + LightBurn compatible; 6 kg compact body
- 3D embossing and color engraving on metals
Watch out for
- Small 160×120mm working area (extendable to 160×300mm with Slide Extension)
- No built-in camera; Safety Enclosure with camera sold separately
- Manual focus; no autofocus
- No enclosure included — eye safety requires goggles or optional Safety Enclosure
OMTech Galvo 30W
What we like
- Extremely fast galvo scanning up to 10,000 mm/s
- 100,000-hour fiber laser lifespan — essentially maintenance-free
- Marks metal directly without coatings (steel, aluminum, brass, titanium)
- Compact at 18 kg; LightBurn compatible on Mac and Windows
- Competitive $1,999 price for 30W fiber
Watch out for
- Small 175×175mm marking area
- Cannot cut or engrave wood, acrylic, or organic materials
- Open design — no enclosure for fumes/debris
- Manual focus only (autofocus version sold separately at higher price)
Compatible Materials
LaserPecker LP5
stainless steelaluminumbrasstitaniumsilverplatinumWoodAcrylicLeatherGlassPaperRubber
OMTech Galvo 30W
steelaluminumbrasscoppertitaniumAnodized Aluminumcoated metals
The OMTech Galvo 30W costs $1,999 (20% less) than the LaserPecker LP5, which is priced at $2,499.
The OMTech Galvo 30W has 33% more optical power (30W vs 20W).
The OMTech Galvo 30W offers a 37% larger work area (175 × 175 mm vs 160 × 120 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 600,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, LaserPecker LP5 includes WiFi connectivity, while OMTech Galvo 30W does not.