Creality Falcon · Diode laserCreality Falcon A1 Pro
An enclosed Class 1 diode machine with a touchscreen, camera-based autofocus and an optional 2W infrared module for metals and plastics. Positioned as Creality's step up from the Falcon A1.
- Work area268 × 358 mm
- Laser20W diode (optional 2W infrared, sold separately)
- EnclosedYes
- Released2025
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illustration · not to scale Work area to scale vs A4
Specifications
| Type | Diode laser |
|---|---|
| Technology | Enclosed 20W blue diode laser (455 nm); optional 2W 1064 nm solid-state infrared module |
| Laser power | 20W diode (optional 2W infrared, sold separately) |
| Work area | 268 × 358 mm — Engraving area as stated by Creality: 268 x 358 mm |
| Max cut (maker’s claim) | "Maximum thickness (one-pass) 10mm basswood 8mm black acrylic"; "20W ... 10mm Basswood, 8mm Black Acrylic, 0.04mm Stainless Sheet" (Creality A1 Pro pages) |
| Enclosed | Yes — fully enclosed |
| Laser class | Class 1 (FDA) |
| Camera | Top-view HD camera; AI camera + red-dot laser ranging autofocus |
| Rotary | Optional Rotary Kit for A1/A1 Pro (Creality Falcon UK store) |
| Max speed (as stated) | 600 mm/s |
| Software | Falcon Design Space, LightBurn, LaserGRBL |
| Connectivity | USB (Type-C cable supplied); Creality app control and real-time monitoring |
| Weight | 16.8 kg |
| Released | 2025 |
Figures as published by Creality Falcon, checked 4 October 2026. Blank rows mean the maker doesn’t state it, so we leave it out rather than guess.
Strengths
- Class 1 enclosed design with flame detection
- Camera preview, batch positioning and 3-second autofocus (per Creality)
- Optional 2W IR module for metal and plastic marking
- Works with LightBurn and LaserGRBL as well as Falcon Design Space
Things to consider
- Smaller bed (268 × 358 mm) than xTool S1 or LaserPecker LX2
- Diode laser: dark/opaque acrylic only for cutting
- IR module is an extra purchase
- Air assist not confirmed on the pages read
Who it suits
Hobbyists and small sellers wanting a plug-and-play enclosed diode machine for home use with the option of metal marking later.
Buying in the UK
Checked live on 4 October 2026: Creality Falcon’s UK shop (uk.crealityfalcon.com) lists the A1 Pro 20W with an add-to-cart option and “UK Stock – Fast local dispatch”.
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