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Diode laserSculpfun SF-A9 40W
TypeDiode laser
TechnologyOpen-frame 40W blue diode laser (450 nm), switchable 40W/20W power
Laser power40W diode (switchable to 20W)
Work area400 × 400 mm
Max cut (maker’s claim)"can cut 20mm plywood and 6mm dark acrylic at one pass time" (sculpfun.com SF-A9 40W page)
EnclosedNo — open frame
CameraOptional CAM500 camera (in Deluxe set)
Air assistAutomatic air assist
RotaryOptional RA Pro Max rotary (in Advanced/Deluxe sets)
Max speed (as stated)36,000 mm/min
SoftwareLightBurn, LaserGRBL, Sculpfun app
ConnectivityWi-Fi (2.4 GHz), USB, Bluetooth
Weight6.2 kg
Strengths
  • Quoted 20 mm plywood cut in one pass
  • Automatic air assist
  • Wi-Fi, USB and Bluetooth
  • Flame, temperature and tilt sensors
Things to consider
  • Open frame: needs an enclosure or separate room, ventilation and laser-safety glasses
  • Laser class not stated on the page read
  • UK-plug units ship from China
  • Camera and rotary are bundle extras
Who it suitsWorkshop users who want a mid-sized, high-power open-frame diode cutter and can manage enclosure, ventilation and eye protection themselves.
Where to buyView on Amazon.co.uk

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