Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2 vs ULS PLS6.150D
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 80 W | 150 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 813 × 508 mm | 813 × 457 mm |
| Max Speed | 213,000 mm/min | 152,400 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $28,000 | $42,000 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2014 |
| Weight | 235 kg | 156 kg |
Pros & Cons
Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2
What we like
- OptiMotion™ + SonarTechnology™ delivers industry-leading efficiency and autofocus
- Available in CO2 (60-120W) or flexx (CO2 + fiber in one machine)
- InPack™ dust protection rated for years of heavy production use
- Run on Ruby® touch panel for standalone operation
- Static load capacity 100kg — handles heavy workpieces
Watch out for
- Very high acquisition cost — quote only
- Heavy machine (235-250 kg) — requires dedicated floor space
- Requires industrial exhaust system (sold separately)
- Professional machine — not suited for casual home use
ULS PLS6.150D
What we like
- Highest CO2 power in the non-Ultra lineup — up to 150W with dual lasers
- Optional SuperSpeed™ dual-laser mode roughly doubles raster throughput
- Same large 32"×18" work area as the VLS6.75
- Rapid Reconfiguration™ tool-free laser source swaps
- Built for sustained high-volume production, not just prototyping
Watch out for
- Quote-only pricing — likely ULS's most expensive CO2-only platform
- Heaviest current ULS platform outside the Ultra series at 345 lbs (156kg)
- CO2 only — no fiber laser option for bare metal (unlike the ULTRA series)
- Requires a dedicated Windows PC via USB
- No camera registration or WiFi
Compatible Materials
Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
ULS PLS6.150D
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
The Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2 costs $28,000 (33% less) than the ULS PLS6.150D, which is priced at $42,000.
The ULS PLS6.150D has 47% more optical power (150W vs 80W).
The Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2 offers a 10% larger work area (813 × 508 mm vs 813 × 457 mm).
The Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2 has a 28% higher maximum speed (213,000 mm/min vs 152,400 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2 includes air assist, while ULS PLS6.150D does not; Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2 includes a camera, while ULS PLS6.150D does not; Trotec Speedy 360 80W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while ULS PLS6.150D does not.