Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W vs Sculpfun SF-A9 40W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
SF-A9 40W leads on the available specs (starting with price); Kraft Lite 40W makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Kraft Lite 40W
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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SF-A9 40W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2335 € | 1699 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 60.6 × 66.5 × 11 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.6 kg | 6.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 500 × 320 mm | 400 × 400 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 36000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 320.0 mm | 400 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20.0 W | 40 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | wood: 18mm, acrylic: 5mm, leather: 5mm, metal: 0.01mm, stone: 0.01mm | 20 mm compensato, 6 mm acrilico |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 450 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 100 µm |
| Autofocus | True | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | — | False |
| Passthrough | True | False |
| Supported software | — | Proprietary, LightBurn, Other |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and any software that outputs G-code to a GRBL controller. The board uses open GRBL firmware, allowing for customizable engraving parameters without locking you into proprietary software. LightBurn requires a separate license (about €99). | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. It also supports the proprietary Sculpfun application. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kraft Lite 40W 2335 € vs SF-A9 40W 1699 € — SF-A9 40W wins (+37%)
Which one to choose
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