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Glowforge Pro 45W CO2
$6,995
approximate street price The Glowforge Pro is a high-end enclosed CO2 laser with a pass-through slot for cutting oversized materials. At 45W it cuts clean edges in acrylic and thick wood with the Glowforge cloud interface. The Pro is the top of the Glowforge line, targeting craft businesses and education environments.
Full Specifications
| Laser | |
| Type | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 45 W |
| Performance | |
| Work Area | 495 × 279 mm |
| Max Speed | 24,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Features | |
| Enclosure | Yes |
| Air Assist (incl.) | No |
| Rotary Compatible | No |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Camera | Yes |
| Physical | |
| Approx. Price | $6,995 |
| Release Year | 2018 |
| Weight | 23 kg |
Pros & Cons
What we like
- Pass-through slot for unlimited material length
- 45W CO2 for excellent cut quality
- Cloud app for zero-config operation
- Built-in camera for design placement
- Full enclosure — safe for home and office
Watch out for
- Very high price ($6,995)
- Requires internet — no offline operation
- No LightBurn support
- Subscription costs for premium features
- CO2 tube will eventually need replacing
Compatible Materials
woodacrylicleathercardboardfabricpaperrubberfoamglass
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