OMTech · CO₂ laser
OMTech Polar Lite 55W
Desktop CO₂ laser with 55 W, 50 x 30 cm area, camera and autofocus. A solid entry into CO₂, but large and heavy.
Ideal for: Makers who are switching from diode to CO₂ and want to cut acrylic and thicker wood.
Price in the manufacturer's shop€2,149.98As 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
- CO₂ laser also cuts transparent acrylic
- Camera, autofocus and integrated water cooling
- Passthrough front and back (400 x 7 mm)
Cons
- heavy and bulky at 41 kg and over 1 m long
- Glass tube is a wear part
Specs
| Price range | €1,500 to €3,000 |
|---|---|
| Price in the manufacturer's shop | €2,149.98 (As of 26 Oct 2026) |
| Laser type | CO₂ laser |
| Laser source | CO₂ tube, 55 W |
| Power (optical, main source) | 55 W |
| Work area | 500 × 300 mm |
| Dimensions | 1045 × 565 × 280 mm |
| Weight | 41 kg |
| Construction type | Gantry |
| Enclosure | enclosed |
| Laser class | Class 1 when used as intended (contains a class 4 laser source; red positioning laser class 2) |
| Speed (max.) | 500 mm/s |
| Cutting according to the manufacturer | up to around 15 mm wood and 25 mm acrylic (0.61 or 1 inch); material thickness up to 17 mm, without work bed up to 51 mm |
| Air Assist | integrated (pump) |
| Camera | yes, 5 MP |
| Fume extraction | integrated exhaust fans, exhaust connection |
| Rotary attachment | optional |
| Software | RDWorks, LightBurn |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet |
| Materials (according to the manufacturer) | Wood, Acrylic, Leather, Fabric, Glass, Stone, Plastic, Coated metal |
Source: Manufacturer or retailer specifications, As of 10/2026. Cutting figures are manufacturer values under ideal conditions.
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