Acmer · Diode laser
Acmer S1 6W
Mini diode laser with up to 6 W and a 13 x 13 cm area. Affordable entry point, too small for larger projects.
Ideal for: Beginners who want to try laser engraving on small parts for very little money.
Open device: You need laser safety glasses for the matching wavelength while working, and so do onlookers. More at Laser safety.
Price in the manufacturer's shop€103, 6 W2.5 W from €73As of 26 Oct 2026, can change dailyThere is no manufacturer's shop price for your region, the EU price is shown.
Pros and cons
Pros
- very cheap, from €73 (6 W: €103)
- fully assembled, light at 1.5 kg
- matching mini enclosure as an accessory
Cons
- only 13 x 13 cm work area
- hardly any information on interfaces and safety
- open, without extraction
Specs
| Price range | under €500 |
|---|---|
| Price in the manufacturer's shop | €103, 6 W; 2.5 W from €73 (As of 26 Oct 2026) |
| Laser type | Diode laser |
| Laser source | Diode 6 W (wavelength for 6 W: not specified by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's specs state 450 nm ±5 nm for 2.5 and 3.5 W); also available as 2.5 and 3.5 W, 1064 nm module can be retrofitted |
| Power (optical, main source) | 6 W |
| Work area | 130 × 130 mm |
| Dimensions | 250 × 250 × 162 mm |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Construction type | Gantry |
| Enclosure | open |
| Laser class | Class 4 (derived, manufacturer does not state a class) |
| Speed (max.) | 167 mm/s (10,000 mm/min) |
| Cutting according to the manufacturer | up to 10 mm plywood, 6 mm black acrylic (shop table, assignment to the 6 W version assumed) |
| Air Assist | not specified by the manufacturer |
| Camera | no |
| Fume extraction | no; MINI enclosure box optional |
| Rotary attachment | not specified by the manufacturer |
| Software | Acmer Studio |
| Connectivity | USB (Type C), no app connectivity (according to test) |
| Materials (according to the manufacturer) | Wood, Plastic, Paper, Leather, Acrylic (opaque), Glass |
Source: Manufacturer or retailer specifications, As of 10/2026. Cutting figures are manufacturer values under ideal conditions.
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