Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter vs OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter
Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter
Score 52/100 · from $24,999 at Full Spectrum Laser
Full Spectrum Laser · $24,999
Verdict
On our scores the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter comes out ahead, 68 to 52. The Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter is a 800 W fiber laser with a 200 × 300 mm work area; the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter is a 1500 W fiber laser with 600 × 600 mm. The OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter costs about $1,999 less at list price.
The Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter is best for
Jewelers and small precision shops that cut thin gold, silver, brass and stainless parts and want an enclosed machine with US-based support.The OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter is best for
Small fabrication and sign shops that cut steel and stainless sheet every day and have the floor space, power and gas supply for an industrial machine.Specs and scores side by side
| Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter | OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Fiber laser | Fiber laser |
| Form | Enclosed | Enclosed |
| Optical power | 800 W | 1500 W |
| Work area | 200 × 300 mm | 600 × 600 mm |
| Max speed | 60 m/min (1000 mm/s) maximum speed (maker claim) | 30 m/min (500 mm/s) X/Y axis max speed and 0.6G acceleration per the spec table; marketing claims up to 42 m/min cutting (maker claims) |
| Air assist | n/a | Built in |
| Camera | No | No |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Safety | Fully enclosed cabinet per FSL, with an emergency stop and a signal light tower visible in its product photos. FSL does not publish a laser class, window rating or interlock details for this model | Fully enclosed cabinet with an OD8+ observation window, safety relays and interlocks; one pair of laser safety glasses is included. CE and FDA certification listed |
| Weight | 181 kg | 1350 kg |
| Price | $24,999 | $23,000 |
| Overall score | 52 | 68 |
| Power score | 93 | 98 |
| Speed score | 75 | 70 |
| Ease score | 55 | 50 |
| Safety score | 80 | 88 |
| Value score | 30 | 62 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter or the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter?
On our scores the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter comes out ahead, 68 to 52. The Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter is a 800 W fiber laser with a 200 × 300 mm work area; the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter is a 1500 W fiber laser with 600 × 600 mm. The OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter costs about $1,999 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter or the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter?
At list price the OMTech FC-22 1500W Enclosed Fiber Laser Cutter ($23,000) costs less than the Full Spectrum Laser Desktop Metal Fiber Cutter ($24,999).
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