Thunder Laser Bolt vs Thunder Laser Nova 24
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 30 W | 60 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 508 ร 305 mm | 600 ร 399 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 60,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $5,795 | $6,180 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2015 |
| Weight | 77 kg | 141 kg |
Pros & Cons
Thunder Laser Bolt
What we like
- 1,500 mm/s maximum speed โ among the fastest RF CO2 machines
- RF metal tube: 10,000+ hour lifespan vs 2,000โ4,000h for glass
- 0.01mm accuracy and 1,200 DPI โ exceptional engraving detail
- Fan-cooled โ no water chiller needed
- 5MP camera + dual-channel air assist included standard
Watch out for
- Price not published โ requires contacting dealer
- Smaller 508ร305mm work area than Nova series
- Not ideal for bulk cutting thick materials (30W)
- No WiFi โ Ethernet or USB only
Thunder Laser Nova 24
What we like
- Fast 1,000 mm/s hybrid servo motors โ 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 โ needs permanent placement
- Glass CO2 tube lifespan 2,000โ4,000 hours vs RF metal tubes
Compatible Materials
Thunder Laser Bolt
WoodAcrylicLeatherGlassRubberStoneAnodized Aluminumcoated metalsPaperFabric
Thunder Laser Nova 24
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricPaperGlassRubberStone
The Thunder Laser Bolt costs $5,795 (6% less) than the Thunder Laser Nova 24, which is priced at $6,180.
The Thunder Laser Nova 24 has 50% more optical power (60W vs 30W).
The Thunder Laser Nova 24 offers a 35% larger work area (600 ร 399 mm vs 508 ร 305 mm).
The Thunder Laser Bolt has a 33% higher maximum speed (90,000 mm/min vs 60,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Thunder Laser Bolt includes a camera, while Thunder Laser Nova 24 does not.