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Fibre / infrared laserCreality Falcon T1
TypeFibre / infrared laser
TechnologyEnclosed galvo workstation with five interchangeable laser modules: 20W and 40W diode (445 nm), 20W fibre and 60W MOPA (1064 nm), 5W UV (355 nm)
Laser powerModule options: 20W diode, 40W diode, 20W fibre, 60W MOPA, 5W UV (configurations vary by bundle/region)
Work area175 × 175 mm — UV internal-engraving area 70 x 70 mm; optional automatic conveyor
Max cut (maker’s claim)"40W Diode Can cut 12 mm basswood and 10mm non-transparent acrylic"; "20W Diode Can cut 8 mm basswood and 6mm non-transparent acrylic"; "60W MOPA Can cut 0.5mm anodized aluminum" (Creality Falcon T1 page)
EnclosedYes — fully enclosed
Laser classClass 1 when fully enclosed with lid closed; not Class 1 in open-cover conveyor/rotary modes (per Creality)
Camera20 MP camera
RotaryOptional Rotary Attachment Kit (4-in-1 rotary axis), sold separately
Max speed (as stated)10,000 mm/s
SoftwareFalcon Design Space; LightBurn (listed in brackets on spec table)
Connectivity4.3-inch touchscreen; USB drive import, cloud file access, app control
Released2026
Strengths
  • Five swappable laser types including MOPA and UV
  • Class 1 with lid closed (per Creality)
  • 20 MP camera and 3-second autofocus (per Creality)
  • Galvo speeds up to 10,000 mm/s
Things to consider
  • Small 175 × 175 mm field
  • Each extra module adds cost; base bundles vary by region
  • Not Class 1 in conveyor or rotary (open-cover) modes
  • Weight not stated on the pages read
Who it suitsSmall businesses wanting one compact machine for metal colour marking, UV crystal work and light diode cutting.
Where to buyView on Amazon.co.uk

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