Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) vs Sculpfun G9

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) and Sculpfun G9 are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) if work area matters more; choose Sculpfun G9 if price matters more.

Parameter
Sculpfun Sculpfun G9 Sculpfun G9 Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2023 2024
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~600–800 € 899 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 65.8 × 62.5 × 15 cm 23 × 19.5 × 32.1 cm
Weight (kg) 6.4 kg
Work area (mm) 400 × 380 mm 105 × 105 mm
Power (W) 108 W
Voltage (V) 12 V
Maximum speed 20000 mm/min 5000 mm/s
Declared precision 0.08 mm 0.0001 mm
Category specs
Short side area (mm) 380.0 mm 105 mm
Nominal laser power (W) 20.0 W 12 W
Laser source technology diode diode
Maximum travel speed (mm/s) 10000 mm/s
Maximum working speed (mm/s) 333.33 mm/s 5000 mm/s
Cut depth per material 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic 10 mm legno, 6 mm acrilico
Laser wavelength (nm) 455 nm
Minimum achievable resolution (µm) 80.0 µm 10 µm
Autofocus system module False True
Rotary module included False False
Passthrough structural slot False
Control software interface proprietary, lightburn, other proprietary, lightburn
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The LM3 uses firmware based on the open GRBL protocol, compatible with LightBurn (diode license ~$60 one-time), LaserGRBL (free, open-source), and the proprietary Ortur iOS/Android app with selectable novice and advanced modes. LightBurn offers advanced variable power control, path optimization, and optional camera alignment; LaserGRBL covers basic engraving tasks at no additional cost. The open GRBL protocol ensures compatibility with third-party tools and standard G-code generators. Communication is via USB; the Ortur app allows remote job launching via Wi-Fi without a connected PC. Compatible with the free proprietary SGD Laser software (optimized for galvo systems and recommended for beginners) and LightBurn (requires a license and is partially supported for advanced features).

The differences that matter

  • Work area: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 400×380 mm vs Sculpfun G9 105×105 mm — Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) wins (+1279%)
  • Price: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 700 € vs Sculpfun G9 899 € — Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) wins (+28%)

Which one to choose

Choose Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) if…

you value work area and price.

See the Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) sheet →

Choose Sculpfun G9 if…

it shows no measurable advantage over Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.

See the Sculpfun G9 sheet →

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