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Sculpfun · Diode laserSculpfun iCube Ultra

A small, enclosed Class 1 engraver with a built-in smoke filter, autofocus and a 150 × 150 mm area; a dual version adds an infrared head for metal and plastic marking.

  • Work area150 × 150 mm
  • Laser12W diode (dual version: + 1.2W infrared)
  • EnclosedYes
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Line drawing of a typical diode laser (not this exact model)illustration · not to scale

Work area to scale vs A4

A4150 × 150 mm bed

Specifications

Specifications for the Sculpfun iCube Ultra
TypeDiode laser
TechnologyCompact enclosed 12W blue diode (455 nm); dual version adds a 1.2W 1064 nm infrared head (interchangeable)
Laser power12W diode (dual version: + 1.2W infrared)
Work area150 × 150 mm — Dual version: 150 x 135 mm per laser
Max cut (maker’s claim)"12W diode laser easily cuts 10mm Paulownia wood in one pass" (sculpfun.com iCube Ultra page)
EnclosedYes — fully enclosed
Laser classClass 1
CameraOptional HD camera accessory
Air assistOptional air assist kit (accessory)
RotaryOptional rotary roller
Max speed (as stated)10,000 mm/min
SoftwareSculpfun App, LightBurn, LaserGRBL
ConnectivityBluetooth, USB
Weight6 kg

Figures as published by Sculpfun, checked 4 October 2026. Blank rows mean the maker doesn’t state it, so we leave it out rather than guess.

Strengths

  • Class 1 enclosure with door interlock
  • Built-in smoke filtration system
  • Autofocus
  • Light (5.95 kg single / 6.3 kg dual)

Things to consider

  • Small 150 × 150 mm work area
  • Camera and air assist are optional extras
  • No Wi-Fi listed (Bluetooth/USB)
  • UK plug option listed but no UK warehouse stated

Who it suits

Beginners wanting a small, safe, enclosed engraver for gifts and small craft items.

Buying in the UK

sculpfun.com iCube Ultra page (an archived copy dated 2026-04-11) offered a 'UK Plug' variant (US and EU ship-from options listed; site states 'Local US & EU Warehouse for most of products'). sculpfun.co.uk is not an official store (redirects to a domain-sale page). As of 2026-10-04.

Sources

  1. Sculpfun - iCube Ultra product page (specs) (read from an archived copy dated 2026-04-11)

Checked 4 October 2026.

Sculpfun’s official website

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