OMTech Pronto 35 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 | 700 × 500 mm | 600 × 399 mm |
| Max Speed | 60,000 mm/min | 60,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $3,699 | $6,180 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2015 |
| Weight | 212 kg | 141 kg |
Pros & Cons
OMTech Pronto 35 60W
What we like
- 1,000 mm/s servo speed — fast production throughput
- 700×500mm work area handles larger jobs than desktop units
- Front & back pass-through for oversized material
- WiFi + LightBurn support; est. 12,000 hr tube life
- Available in 60W, 90W, and 100W configurations
Watch out for
- No built-in camera (sold as add-on module)
- Requires separate water chiller (+$200–$400)
- Heavy at 212 kg — freight delivery required
- Higher entry price than Thunder Laser Nova 35 for similar specs
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
OMTech Pronto 35 60W
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Thunder Laser Nova 24
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The OMTech Pronto 35 60W costs $3,699 (40% less) than the Thunder Laser Nova 24, which is priced at $6,180.
Both machines share the same 60W optical power rating.
The OMTech Pronto 35 60W offers a 32% larger work area (700 × 500 mm vs 600 × 399 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 60,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, OMTech Pronto 35 60W includes WiFi connectivity, while Thunder Laser Nova 24 does not.