LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit vs Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 500 × 305 mm | 610 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 60,000 mm/min | 168,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $2,298 | $14,000 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Weight | 23.27 kg | 91 kg |
Pros & Cons
LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit
What we like
- Bundles the 2W IR module standard — ready for metal/plastic marking out of the box
- World-first 1,000mm/s enclosed diode cutter (10,000mm/s² acceleration)
- Tool-free wedge-lock module swaps between 40W diode and 2W IR in seconds
- 12MP/6K camera plus physical Point-to-Shape positioning for zero-loss alignment
- 3D adaptive auto-focus handles curved and uneven surfaces without manual adjustment
- Class 1 certified with nine-fold active safety shielding
Watch out for
- Significantly pricier than the base 20W/40W-only LX2 kit
- 60W diode module still listed as "coming soon" at the time of writing
- Heavy at over 23kg — not a portable machine
- Riser base (sold separately) required for taller materials or rotary engraving
Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode
What we like
- First industrial-grade diode plotter — far exceeds hobby diode lasers in build quality
- Marks metals directly (anodized aluminum, steel, titanium) without additives
- InPack™ dust protection, integrated air assist, low maintenance
- Ruby® software with ERP/MES integration via open API
- CE & FDA compliant, true professional safety enclosure
Watch out for
- Price is quote-only and well above consumer diode lasers
- Diode wavelength: cannot engrave clear acrylic or glass (unlike CO2)
- No WiFi standard
- Requires exhaust system (sold separately)
Compatible Materials
LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperRubberstainless steelaluminumbrasssilverplatinumtitaniumGlassStone
Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode
Metal EngravingAnodized AluminumplasticLeatherWoodPaperFabricStone
The LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit costs $2,298 (84% less) than the Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode, which is priced at $14,000.
Both machines share the same 40W optical power rating.
The Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode offers a 18% larger work area (610 × 305 mm vs 500 × 305 mm).
The Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode has a 64% higher maximum speed (168,000 mm/min vs 60,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit includes a camera, while Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode does not; LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit includes WiFi connectivity, while Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode does not.