Sculpfun SF-A9 40W vs xTool M1 Ultra Craft Machine
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
SF-A9 40W and M1 Ultra Craft Machine are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose SF-A9 40W if work area matters more; choose M1 Ultra Craft Machine if price matters more.
| Parameter |
SF-A9 40W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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M1 Ultra Craft Machine
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1699 € | 1299 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 60.6 × 66.5 × 11 cm | 62 × 49.8 × 17.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6.2 kg | 12 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 400 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | 180 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 36000 mm/min | 400 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 400 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 40 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 20 mm compensato, 6 mm acrilico | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 100 µm | — |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. It also supports the proprietary Sculpfun application. | Control is managed exclusively via xTool Creative Space (XCS), the proprietary software compatible with major desktop and mobile operating systems. XCS handles the multi-tool ecosystem, allowing seamless switching from laser cutting setup to blade cutting or inkjet printing within the same project. The software supports standard vector and raster file formats and includes automatic path optimization tools. Due to the complex multi-tool architecture, the system does not offer native compatibility with industry-standard software like LightBurn, binding the user to the manufacturer's official interface, which receives regular updates. |
The differences that matter
- Price: SF-A9 40W 1699 € vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 1299 € — M1 Ultra Craft Machine wins (+31%)
- Work area: SF-A9 40W 400×400 mm vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 385×300 mm — SF-A9 40W wins (+39%)
Which one to choose
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