Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver vs R1 5W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver and R1 5W are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver if work area matters more; choose R1 5W if price matters more.
| Parameter |
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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R1 5W
Ortur
F1 · Entry
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–800 € | ~200–280 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 30 × 30 × 41.5 cm | 27.2 × 25 × 21.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3.49 kg | 2.4 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 120 × 120 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Power (W) | 96 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 4000 mm/s | 5000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 120 mm | 100 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 12 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | 83.33 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | 83.33 mm/s |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Autofocus | — | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The control of the machine is fully compatible with the industry standard LightBurn, ensuring users have access to advanced tools for design, layer management, and vector path optimization directly via USB connection. The proprietary software provided by the manufacturer is also supported, making it ideal for quick engraving and marking operations or for users who prefer a more streamlined interface. The absence of constraints related to cloud architectures ensures full hardware operability even in offline environments, protecting the confidentiality of work files and ensuring the tool's longevity is not dependent on external remote server support. | The machine can be controlled via the proprietary Ortur app, available for mobile and desktop devices, which simplifies the engraving process with pre-configured settings for various materials. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 700 € vs R1 5W 240 € — R1 5W wins (+192%)
- Work area: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 120×120 mm vs R1 5W 100×100 mm — Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver wins (+44%)
Which one to choose
Choose Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver if…
you value work area.
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