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Algolaser Alpha MK2 40W
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AlgolaserDiode laser engraver

Algolaser Alpha MK2 40W

Algolaser Alpha MK2 40W is a diode laser engraver released in 2024. Key specs: laser sources Blue diode (≈455 nm), laser output power 40 W, work area 400 × 410 mm, max engraving / travel speed 500 mm/s.

7.9Score
Power & cutting9.0
Speed6.9
Precision2.8
Work area8.2
Safety4.9
Features & ease of use8.7
price rangeUS$890–1,100
Year
2024
Popularity
#323 of 406
Blue diode (≈455 nm)Laser sources
40 WLaser output power
400 × 410 mmWork area
500 mm/sMax engraving / travel speed
0.16 mmLaser spot size
NoEnclosed (fully covered)
Spec guide

How it ranks among diode laser engravers of 2024

Compared with diode laser engravers released in 2024. Bars show the share of models it beats.

compared with other diode laser engravers

Why is Alpha MK2 40W a good choice?

Laser output power: 40 Wbetter than 87% of diode laser engravers
Work area (surface): 1,640 cm²better than 78% of diode laser engravers
Specifications

Full specifications

General
Laser sources
Blue diode (≈455 nm)
Motion system
Gantry (XY rails)
Two laser sources
No
Wavelength
450 nm
Laser power
Laser output power
40 W
Work area
Work area
400 × 410 mm
Work area width (X)
400 mm
Work area depth (Y)
410 mm
Work area (surface)
1,640 cm²
Work-area extension kit
Yes
Speed & cutting
Max engraving / travel speed
500 mm/s
Precision
Laser spot size
0.16 mm
Safety
Enclosed (fully covered)
No
Flame / fire detection
No
Built-in fume filter / purifier
Yes
Features
Air assist
Yes
Built-in camera
Yes
Autofocus / auto height
No
Rotary attachment support
Yes
Connectivity & software
Compatible software
LightBurn, LaserGRBL
LightBurn compatible
Yes
Size & power
Width
650 mm
Depth
730 mm
Height
240 mm
Weight
6.5 kg

Specs are collected from manufacturers and open databases and normalised to one format; check details with the seller before you buy.

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