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Algolaser Alpha MK2 Extended 20W
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AlgolaserDiode laser engraver

Algolaser Alpha MK2 Extended 20W

Algolaser Alpha MK2 Extended 20W is a diode laser engraver released in 2024. Key specs: laser sources Blue diode (≈455 nm), laser output power 20 W, work area 400 × 410 mm, max engraving / travel speed 333 mm/s.

6.8Score
Power & cutting7.7
Speed5.3
Precision2.3
Work area8.2
Safety6.0
Features & ease of use8.2
price rangeUS$650–810
Year
2024
Popularity
#6 of 406
Blue diode (≈455 nm)Laser sources
20 WLaser output power
400 × 410 mmWork area
333 mm/sMax engraving / travel speed
0.175 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 Extended 20W a good choice?

Work area (surface): 1,640 cm²better than 78% of diode laser engravers
Laser output power: 20 Wbetter than 70% of diode laser engravers
Weak points
Laser spot size: 0.175 mmworse than 91% 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
20 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
333 mm/s
Precision
Laser spot size
0.175 mm
Safety
Enclosed (fully covered)
No
Flame / fire detection
No
Emergency stop button
Yes
Built-in fume filter / purifier
Yes
Features
Air assist
Yes
Built-in camera
Yes
Autofocus / auto height
No
Rotary attachment support
Yes
Offline engraving (no computer)
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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