The Fusion Pro 32 has a large working area 812 x 508 mm ( 32” x 20”) and can accept product up to 311mm (12.25”) in thickness. With a maximum speed of 4.2m (165”) per second, and featuring 5g acceleration, the Fusion Pro lasers are the fastest, most productive laser systems available. Whether you’re engraving wood, plastic, coated metals or glass, the
Fusion Pro allows you to produce more product in less time. Positioning your artwork is easier than ever too, with the new IRIS™ Camera Positioning feature. Overhead cameras provide a view of your material as it is positioned on the table, allowing you to accurately place your artwork and know exactly where your laser will engrave. The Fusion series can be supplied with a Co2, Fiber or as a Dual laser source system.
CO2 lasers operate when CO2 gas in a sealed tube is excited by RF energy. The laser emits optical energy in the form of an invisible infrared beam that may be used for engraving, marking or cutting on a variety of materials.
There is a large difference in the beam created by different laser tubes. Oval-shaped beams, inconsistent power stability and slow switching rates all contribute to images that are not as crisp and clean as images produced by an Epilog Laser system with Waveguide laser technology.
The patented Waveguide laser tubes used in Epilog's laser systems produce the best beam quality in the industry. With higher CO2 gas pressure, less stringent mirror alignment requirements, faster switching rates and smaller bore, Epilog's laser tubes provide the highest-quality engraving and cutting results available
Communicate with your laser through Ethernet, USB or even wirelessly for the most simple networking available
The Fusion Pro’s 165 IPS engraving speed and 5G acceleration combine to provide the fastest engraving in the industry.
Overhead cameras provide an accurate picture of the working area for accurate artwork placement. Drag and drop your artwork on screen for the fastest work processing.
Select between jobs, auto focus the laser, and rerun jobs at the touch of a button from the easy-to-use touch screen interface right at the laser.
Proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in our Golden, CO headquarters at the base of the Rocky Mountains.
Keep the mechanics of your laser machine cleaner than ever before with side bellow enclosures, a fully covered x-axis assembly, and covered lens assembly.
The air assist removes heat and combustible gases from the cutting surface for a cleaner cut. A built-in air compressor provides air directly to the work surface.
Mix and match your table across the bed with optional slat and gridded cutting tables.
No additional, expensive lens package needed for the highest resolution engraving across the entire table.
Improve job management and data integrity with 1GB of RAM in both Fusion Pro systems. Save your most run jobs right at the laser.
A dual block design provides the most rigidity and reduced vibration without the inevitable wobble and replacement of plastic bearings
Work Area |
32” x 20” |
Maxiumum Z-Depth |
12.25” (311 mm) |
Laser Tube Wattage |
CO2 - 50, 60, 80, or 120 watt
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Software |
Epilog Laser Software Suite: Laser Dashboard & Epilog Job Manager |
Memory |
Multiple files up to 1 GB. Engrave any file size. |
Operating Modes |
Optimized Raster, Vector, and Combined Modes |
Motion Control |
High-speed, continuous-loop, brushless DC servo motors using rotary encoding technology for precise positioning |
X-Axis Bearings |
Ground & polished stainless steel, Teflon-coated, self-lubricating bearings. Dual blocks on X-axis for greater rigidity |
Belts |
Advanced B-Style Kevlar Belts |
Resolution |
Fully-flexible and user-controlled from 75 – 1200 dpi |
Speed and Power |
Computer-controlled in .001 increments up to 100% |
Print Interface |
10Base-T Ethernet, USB, or Wireless connection. Windows 7/8/10 compatible |
Size (W x D x H) |
54.6” x 34.2” x 42" |
Weight | 400lbs (182 kg) |
Electrical | 110 to 240 volts, 50 or 60 Hz, single phase |
Ventilation | 400 CFM for primary exhaust port (upper port) and 400 CFM for downdraft exhaust port (lower port), totalling 800 CFM. |
Exhaust Ports | One output port 4” (102 mm) |
Vacuum Table Port | Additional port for dedicated exhaust through table, 4” (102 mm) |
Safety |
Class 2 Laser Product – 1 mW CW Maximum 600 – 700 nm |
Lasers are now an essential tool in industry for cutting, marking and engraving a vast range of materials. In virtually all these operations some form of fume is given off as the laser thermally decomposes the substrate to a greater or lesser degree. This fume is a mixture of particulate and gaseous matter.
Fume from materials such as metals and glass is mainly particulate, the majority of which is less than 1µ (micron) in diameter. Organic materials, particularly plastics, produce much more complex fumes which require a greater level of extraction. Most of the particles are spherical and roughly 90% by weight are less than 1µ in diameter. These particles fall within the respirable range and need to be removed from the working environment to prevent bronchial or lung damage. These gaseous organic compounds produced are known as Volatile Organic Compounds, VOC's.
CSI have teamed up with BOFA International to offer a range of self contained fume extraction systems to suit your chosen laser and create a safe working environment.
BOFA’s Advantage Oracle fume extraction and filtration system has been designed to provide a cost effective solution for light duty applications. This compact and extremely quiet system is ideal for use in schools, sign making workshops, small scale industrial environments and light laser coding applications.
Dats Sheet
Depending location and site requirements it may be possible to use direct-to-air fume extraction for your laser with a simple 'in line' fan or utilise an existing in house system. Please consult with our engineering team to discuss options.
Data Sheet
Engrave |
Cut |
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Wood |
* |
* |
Acrylic |
* |
* |
Glass |
* |
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Coated Metals |
* |
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Ceramics |
* |
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Delrin |
* |
* |
Cloth |
* |
* |
Leather |
* |
* |
Marble |
* |
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Matte Board |
* |
* |
Melamine |
* |
* |
Paper |
* |
* |
Mylar |
* |
* |
Pressboard |
* |
* |
Rubber |
* |
* |
Wood Veneer |
* |
* |
Fiberglass |
* |
* |
Painted Metals |
* |
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Tiles |
* |
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Plastic |
* |
* |
Cork |
* |
* |
Corian |
* |
* |
Anodised Aluminium |
* |
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Stainless Steel |
* |
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Brass |
* |
* |
Titanium |
* |
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Bare Metal |
* |
Co2 lasers will mark bare metals when coated with a metal marking solution prior to lasering
The word LASER is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. In basic terms it is a source of light energy that is concentrated in a small area using a series of mirrors and a lens. Rather like concentrating the energy of the Sun through a magnifying glass to burn on a hole in paper on a hot summer's day!
If you are comparing a laser with mechanical engraving then there are several advantages. Laser engravers are generally faster than mechanical systems. They are very quiet and a lot cleaner. There are no mechanical forces used in the engraving process so there is no need to clamp or stick your material to the bed. You don't have to worry about the tool size or how sharp it is, the laser uses the same spot size whether the image is 2.5 x 2.5mm or 250 x 250mm. You can use any typeface on your computer and logos are as easy to engrave as text.
Think of a laser as you would a standard printer which you have at home or in the office and that instead of ink you have light energy. You create your image as you would for a normal document in black and white and then send it to print on the laser through the Epilog driver or 'Dashboard'. If you already work with graphic design software, you can be up and running in minutes! There is no proprietary software to learn so you can use the programs that you are already familiar with to make the transition into laser engraving as smooth as possible.
It will take a bit of trial and error to learn what speed and power settings to use with different materials, but we include a comprehensive guide with your system that has recommended speed and power settings for various materials with which you will be working
Epilog laser systems do not require proprietary software. They are open architecture which means you can use most mainstream graphic software to create your images and then send them directly to print on the laser via the Epilog driver (dashboard)
You can engrave scanned photos, logos, bitmaps, other images, text, and AutoCAD files. Essentially, if you can print it, you can engrave it. To cut, you will need a vector based graphic, such as an .eps or Illustrator file and again if you can create it the laser will cut it! Keep in mind the higher the quality of the graphic you're working with, the better your engraving results
Epilog offers 2 types of laser source. Co2 gas and Fiber solid
With a Co2 laser you can engrave and/or cut a vast array of materials including paper, card, textiles, leather, wood and plastics to name but a few. With metals a Co2 laser requires the material to have some sort of pre treatment such as lacquer, anodising or compound like CerMark or Thermark. Glass can be marked directly or also with the aid of a compound. Please note that glass or metal cannot be cut using a Co2 laser source.
A Fiber laser operates at a totally different wave length to that of a Co2 and is designed as a marking tool mainly for metals and industrial plastics. The benefit of using a Fiber laser is that these materials can be marked directly without the need for pre or post treatments. A fiber laser will not cut materials
Yes, the laser is completely safe to operate. It is a Class 2 laser - 1mW CW Maximum 600-700 nm, which means that the laser is secured with interlock devices so it will not run with the doors of the system open. No special safety gear is required to run the laser
Investing in a new computer is a great way to make sure you’re getting the most out of your new laser equipment. A good computer won’t make a huge difference in how your laser runs, but when compared to a slow computer it will save untold amounts of time and frustration setting up the artwork that you “print” to the laser. Many users do not purchase new computers for use with their new laser because their current computers are perfectly adequate. There’s no magical cut-off that makes a computer too slow. If you’re comfortable with the performance and speed of your current computer, there’s probably no reason to purchase another one. The following recommendations are just options to consider if a new computer is necessary.
A new computer doesn’t have to be expensive to work well! Even many of today’s lower-cost computers work well for laser applications. As long as you don’t buy the cheapest computer you can find you should be fine. One thing to avoid is the Intel Celeron processor – while they are good processors, and will work with the laser, they don’t process graphics with the speed most laser user's desire.
When laser marking or cutting materials they will give off some form of fume as the laser thermally decomposes the substrate to a greater or lesser degree. This fume is a mixture of particulate and gaseous matter.
Fume from materials such as metals and glass is mainly particulate, the majority of which is less than 1µ (micron) in diameter. Organic materials, particularly plastics, produce much more complex fumes which require a greater level of extraction. Most of the particles are spherical and roughly 90% by weight are less than 1µ in diameter. These particles fall within the respirable range and need to be removed from the working environment to prevent bronchial or lung damage. These gaseous organic compounds produced are known as Volatile Organic Compounds, VOC's.
Your Epilog laser must have some form of fume extraction fitted. This can be a simple in line fan ducted from the laser direct to open air or a self contained fume extraction system to suit your chosen laser and create a safe working environment
The air compressor is designed to work with the included air assist feature of your laser system. It directs a constant stream of air onto your cutting surface to remove heat and combustible gases from the work area. This jet of air is pushed through the air assist structure, giving better results when cutting
You can engrave onto cylindrical items using one of Epilog's rotary attachments. These devices are extremely user friendly ,easy to fit and accommodate various diameters depending on the laser model:
Hydrogen Chloride and Vinyl Chloride (mostly found in PVC and other man made materials) are hazardous to the life of your laser system. Engraving and cutting these materials can cause irreversible damage to your machine, so determining the components of your cutting and engraving materials is extremely important. Materials, such as Kydex, contain PVC.
Try to determine the chemical makeup of any product prior to lasering. Where possible request a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). This sheet is designed to provide the proper procedures for handling or working with a particular substrate and contain the elements used to make up the material. It will also indicate whether or not it contains elements that are potentially harmful to you or your engraving system
The cost of our various laser systems is determined by speed (stepper vs. servo motors), engraving table size, and laser wattage (ranging from 30 watts to 120 watts). They can be bought outright or leased through one of our finance partners. Our entry level laser is the 30 watt Zing 16 and can be leased for as little as £45 per week subject to terms and conditions. For more information on how to own your own laser please contact our sales team