Sculpfun · Diode laserSculpfun SF-A9 40W
A 400 × 400 mm open-frame 40W diode cutter with automatic air assist and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/USB connectivity, positioned by Sculpfun as its standard 40W cutting machine.
- Work area400 × 400 mm
- Laser40W diode (switchable to 20W)
- EnclosedNo — open frame
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Specifications
| Type | Diode laser |
|---|---|
| Technology | Open-frame 40W blue diode laser (450 nm), switchable 40W/20W power |
| Laser power | 40W diode (switchable to 20W) |
| Work area | 400 × 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) |
| Enclosed | No — open frame |
| Camera | Optional CAM500 camera (in Deluxe set) |
| Air assist | Automatic air assist |
| Rotary | Optional RA Pro Max rotary (in Advanced/Deluxe sets) |
| Max speed (as stated) | 36,000 mm/min |
| Software | LightBurn, LaserGRBL, Sculpfun app |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), USB, Bluetooth |
| Weight | 6.2 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
- 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 suits
Workshop users who want a mid-sized, high-power open-frame diode cutter and can manage enclosure, ventilation and eye protection themselves.
Buying in the UK
sculpfun.com SF-A9 40W page (an archived copy dated 2026-03-03) listed 'UK Plug / China' (ship from China) options; page title was labelled '[US Clearance Sale]' but the Sculpfun homepage (snapshot 2026-05-18) still featured SF-A9 as its 'Standard 40W Diode Cutting Machine'. As of 2026-10-04.
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