Epilog Ascent Laser Engraver and Cutter: High-Speed Performance In an Affordable Desktop Package Epilog Fusion Ascent Laser Engraver & Cutter

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Epilog Ascent Laser Engraver and Cutter

High-Speed Performance In an Affordable Desktop Package

Fusion Ascent laser machines, front shot

Fusion Ascent laser machines, angle shot

Fusion Ascent laser machines, pass through

FusionAscent 12	FusionAscent 24	FusionAscent 36
CO2 Fiber	CO2 Fiber	CO2
24″ x 12″ x 7″ (610 x 305 x 178 mm)	24″ x 24″ x 10″ (610 x 610 x 254 mm)	36″ x 24″ x 10″ (914 x 610 x 254 mm)
50 or 60 watts	50 or 60 watts	60 watts

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U.S. Orders Only (For Now)

We are currently unable to process international orders for this product. Global availability is planned and will be announced soon.

FusionAscent

The Smart Step Up.

If your current laser engraving machine for production slows you down, limiting your material options, and creating workflow headaches, it’s time for a change. The Epilog Ascent high-speed laser cutter is engineered to eliminate these common challenges and deliver the speed, precision, and reliability you and your business needs to thrive.

Maximum Throughput:

Complete more jobs in less time with a laser engraving machine truly built for production.
Unmatched Precision:

Deliver the flawless results your customers expect on every piece.
Versatility:

Work across more materials and applications using fast, intuitive material presets.
Ease of Use:

Simplify setup and reduce operator training time.
Durability:

Built for 24/7 performance in industrial environments. Or even your home.

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Industry’s Best

RF Metal/Ceramic Laser Tubes

Built Like Industrial Equipment.

Because it is.

IRIS HD+ Camera Positioning

Perfect Alignment, First Try.

Engraving in Minutes.
Not Hours.

Intuitive

By Design

Pass Through

Go Beyond

Experience Matters.

1988

Established

Usability Features

Intuitive features that help beginners succeed and experienced operators move faster.

Software Features

User‑friendly software designed to deliver consistent results with minimal setup and maximum efficiency.

Safety Features

From enclosure design and system interlocks to pass-through configurations, Epilog safety features are engineered into every machine.

ACCESSORIES:

Upgrade your laser system

Air Assist Pump

Compressor

This high-quality air compressor blows a constant stream of air across the cutting area, which removes heat and combustible gases from the work area and provides the best cutting results available. The rubber vibration-dampening feet reduce the noise level of the compressor, and connection is a breeze with our quick-connect inlet and outlet ports on the compressor and the laser system.

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Class 4 Conversion Kit

Enables Pass-Through

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Floor Stand

Fusion Ascent

An easy-to-use stand for moving your laser around your workspace, this wheeled cart is specially designed for the Fusion Ascent laser machines. It provides you greater versatility within your work environment and the ability to easily transport your machine to different locations.

1.5″ Lens – CO₂

Highest-Resolution Engraving

Although the standard 2.0-inch lens provides amazing detail, our 1.5-inch lens assembly is designed for the highest-resolution engraving and etching of extremely small fonts.

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4.0″ Lens – CO₂

Cutting Thicker Materials

The 4″ lens produces a focused beam over a longer vertical distance, which makes it ideal for cutting through very thick materials.

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5.0″ Lens – Fiber

Engraving irregular surfaces

Fiber Only – Designed for products that have a slight curvature or is not perfectly flat. Produces a slightly longer depth-of-field, which provides a more consistent mark over a non-flat surface.

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Rim-Style

Rotary Attachment

The Rim-Style rotary attachment adds the ability to engrave bottles, glasses, flashlights, or any other cylindrical item. The rotary attachment is as easy to set up as placing your product on the rotary, raising or lowering the scissor lift to level the engraving area, and printing to the laser.

3-Jaw Chuck

Rotary Attachment

With the 3-Jaw Chuck rotary, objects are clamped into the device’s 3-jaw chuck, allowing you to rotate cylindrical or oddly-shaped items in applications that demand more precise alignment.

PhotoLaser Plus Advanced

Design Software

PhotoLaser Plus takes photo engraving with your Epilog laser to the next level by easily processing photos for engraving on all types of materials. Epilog Laser has partnered with CADLink to bring you the industry’s best photo processing software: PhotoLaser Plus. The easy-to-use software interface and powerful photo processing tools allow you to create the highest-quality photo engravings in the industry.

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MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY:

Quick guide for your Epilog Laser Machine

The Fusion Ascent laser engraving and cutting machines from Epilog Laser combine our top-of-the-line technology and our latest features in three formats: a compact desktop machine with the Fusion Ascent 12, the mid-size Fusion Ascent 24, and a larger standalone system with the Fusion Ascent 36 – all leveraging over three decades of laser machine design and manufacturing experience to create powerful and truly modern systems.

Material Category

CO₂ Engraving

CO₂ Cutting

Fiber Engraving

Woods & Fibers

6 materials

Cork
Matte Board
Paper
Pressboard
Wood
Wood Veneer

Acrylics & Polymers

7 materials

Acrylic
Corian
Delrin
Fiberglass
Melamine
Mylar
Plastic

Textiles & Leather

3 materials

Cloth
Fabric
Leather

Metals

8 materials

Anodized Aluminum
Bare Metals
Brass
Coated Metals
Painted Metals
Powder Coated Metals
Stainless Steel
Titanium
* CO2 lasers will mark bare metals when coated with a metal marking solution. For more information, visit our laser metal marking page.

Glass & Ceramics

4 materials

Ceramic
Glass
Marble
Tile

Miscellaneous

2 materials

Mother of Pearl
Rubber

Do you have a material you would like us to test?
Our Applications Team would be happy to assist you.

Wattage Requirements
by Material Thickness

Contact your local distributor for more detail

The power (in watts) you need varies by material thickness and type. Soft materials like fabric or paper require lower wattages for clean cuts. Dense materials like plywood or acrylic demand higher power to penetrate effectively without charring.

Material Thickness

0.5″
(13mm)

0.375″
(10mm)

0.25″
(6mm)

0.125″
(3mm)

30
WATTS

40 WATTS

50-60 WATTS

75-200 WATTS

Wattage

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Fusion Ascent 12, 24, and 36 Laser Machines

Available with three different working areas, the Fusion Ascent 12 is an ideal choice for your next desktop laser engraver, while the Ascent 24 is an ideal step up from your current compact system. The Ascent 36 is a perfect solution for those looking for a CO2 laser engraver for manufacturing.

Laser Machine:	FusionAscent 36 Next Gen Series CO2	FusionAscent 24 Next Gen Series CO2 Fiber	FusionAscent 12 Next Gen Series CO2 Fiber

Maximum Engraving Speed:	3000 mm/s (120 IPS)	3000 mm/s (120 IPS)	3000 mm/s (120 IPS)
Work Area:	36" x 24" (914 x 610mm)	24" x 24" (610 x 610mm)	24" x 12" (610 x 305mm)
Material Thickness:	7" (178 mm)	7" (178 mm)	7" (178 mm)
Laser Source Wattages:	CO₂: 40W, 60W, 80W	CO₂: 40W, 60W, 80W Fiber: 60W MOPA	CO₂: 30W, 40W, 60W Fiber: 30W MOPA
Laser Tube Types:	CO₂: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers	CO₂: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers	CO₂: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers Fiber: Air-cooled, includes collimator, 1065 nm, Beam quality: M2 < 1.1
IRIS™ Camera System:	2 overhead + registration	2 overhead + registration	1 overhead + registration
Acceleration:	5G	5G	5G
Motion System:	Brushless DC Servo Motors	Brushless DC Servo Motors	Brushless DC Servo Motors
Status Light:	Included	Included	Included
Included Lenses:	2"	2" CO2, 3" Fiber	2" CO2, 3" Fiber
Optional Lenses:	1.5" or 4"	1.5" or 4" CO2, 5" fiber	1.5" or 4" CO2, 5" fiber
Included Table:	Honey Comb	CO2: Honey Comb, Fiber: Task Plate	CO2: Honey Comb, Fiber: Task Plate
Max Table Weight:	Static: 90 lbs (40.8 kg) Lifting: 60 lbs (27.2 kg)	Static: 90 lbs (40.8 kg) Lifting: 60 lbs (27.2 kg)	Static: 90 lbs (40.8 kg) Lifting: 60 lbs (27.2 kg)
Drop Down Door:	Included - Pass-Through Compatible	Included - Pass-Through Compatible	Included - Pass-Through Compatible
Air Compressor:	Not included	Not included	Not included
Size (WxDxH):	53.76"x38.47"x20.15" (1365.5 mm x 977.1 mm x 511.8mm)	41.76" x 38.47"x 20.15" (1060.7 mm x 977.1 mm x 511.8 mm)	41.76" x 25.9" x 20.15" (1060.7 mm x 657.9 mm x 511.8 mm)
Weight:	212 lbs (96 kg)	175 lbs (79.4 kg)	147 lbs (66.7 kg)
Electrical:	40 Watt Machine: Auto-switching 100v-240v 6.4 Amp Draw (115v) 3.2 Amp Draw (230v) 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (100-240v) 60-80 Watt Machines: Auto-switching 100v-240v 12 Amp Draw (115v) 6 Amp Draw (230v) 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (110-240v)	40 Watt Machine: Auto-switching 100v-240v 6.4 Amp Draw (115v) 3.2 Amp Draw (230v) 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (100-240v) 60-80 Watt Machines: Auto-switching 100v-240v 12 Amp Draw (115v) 6 Amp Draw (230v) 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (110-240v)	30-40 Watt Machines: Auto-switching 100v-240v 6.4 Amp Draw (115v) 3.2 Amp Draw (230v) 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (100-240v) 60 Watt Machines: Auto-switching 100v-240v 12 Amp Draw (115v) 6 Amp Draw (230v) 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (110-240v)
Ventilation:	350-400 CFM (595-680 m3/hr) external exhaust to outside or internal filtration unit required. One output port, 4″ (100 mm) diameter.	350-400 CFM (595-680 m3/hr) external exhaust to outside or internal filtration unit required. One output port, 4″ (100 mm) diameter.	350-400 CFM (595-680 m3/hr) external exhaust to outside or internal filtration unit required. One output port, 4″ (100 mm) diameter.
Class:	Class 2 Laser Product - 1 mW cW MAXIMUM 600-700nm Class 4 Conversion Kit is available for purchase	Class 2 Laser Product - 1 mW cW MAXIMUM 600-700nm Class 4 Conversion Kit is available for purchase	Class 2 Laser Product - 1 mW cW MAXIMUM 600-700nm Class 4 Conversion Kit is available for purchase
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Laser Machine:		Maximum Engraving Speed:	Work Area:	Material Thickness:	Laser Source Wattages:	Laser Tube Types:	IRIS™ Camera System:	Acceleration:	Motion System:	Status Light:	Included Lenses:	Optional Lenses:	Included Table:	Max Table Weight:	Drop Down Door:	Air Compressor:	Size (WxDxH):	Weight:	Electrical:	Ventilation:	Class:	Quick Links:

FusionAscent 36

Next Gen Series

CO2

3000 mm/s (120 IPS)

36" x 24"
(914 x 610mm)

7" (178 mm)

CO₂: 40W, 60W, 80W

CO₂: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers

2 overhead + registration

Brushless DC Servo Motors

Included

1.5" or 4"

Honey Comb

Static: 90 lbs (40.8 kg)
Lifting: 60 lbs (27.2 kg)

Included - Pass-Through Compatible

Not included

53.76"x38.47"x20.15"
(1365.5 mm x 977.1 mm x 511.8mm)

212 lbs (96 kg)

40 Watt Machine:

Auto-switching 100v-240v
6.4 Amp Draw (115v)
3.2 Amp Draw (230v)
50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (100-240v)

60-80 Watt Machines:

Auto-switching 100v-240v
12 Amp Draw (115v)
6 Amp Draw (230v)
50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (110-240v)

350-400 CFM (595-680 m3/hr) external exhaust to outside or internal filtration unit required. One output port, 4″ (100 mm) diameter.

Class 2 Laser Product - 1 mW cW MAXIMUM 600-700nm
Class 4 Conversion Kit is available for purchase

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FusionAscent 24

Next Gen Series

CO2

Fiber

3000 mm/s (120 IPS)

24" x 24"
(610 x 610mm)

7" (178 mm)

CO₂: 40W, 60W, 80W
Fiber: 60W MOPA

CO₂: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers

2 overhead + registration

Brushless DC Servo Motors

Included

2" CO2, 3" Fiber

1.5" or 4" CO2, 5" fiber

CO2: Honey Comb, Fiber: Task Plate

Static: 90 lbs (40.8 kg)
Lifting: 60 lbs (27.2 kg)

Included - Pass-Through Compatible

Not included

41.76" x 38.47"x 20.15"
(1060.7 mm x 977.1 mm x 511.8 mm)

175 lbs (79.4 kg)

40 Watt Machine:

Auto-switching 100v-240v
6.4 Amp Draw (115v)
3.2 Amp Draw (230v)
50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (100-240v)

60-80 Watt Machines:

Auto-switching 100v-240v
12 Amp Draw (115v)
6 Amp Draw (230v)
50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (110-240v)

350-400 CFM (595-680 m3/hr) external exhaust to outside or internal filtration unit required. One output port, 4″ (100 mm) diameter.

Class 2 Laser Product - 1 mW cW MAXIMUM 600-700nm
Class 4 Conversion Kit is available for purchase

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FusionAscent 12

Next Gen Series

CO2

Fiber

3000 mm/s (120 IPS)

24" x 12"
(610 x 305mm)

7" (178 mm)

CO₂: 30W, 40W, 60W
Fiber: 30W MOPA

CO₂: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers
Fiber: Air-cooled, includes collimator, 1065 nm, Beam quality: M2 < 1.1

1 overhead + registration

Brushless DC Servo Motors

Included

2" CO2, 3" Fiber

1.5" or 4" CO2, 5" fiber

CO2: Honey Comb, Fiber: Task Plate

Static: 90 lbs (40.8 kg)
Lifting: 60 lbs (27.2 kg)

Included - Pass-Through Compatible

Not included

41.76" x 25.9" x 20.15"
(1060.7 mm x 657.9 mm x 511.8 mm)

147 lbs (66.7 kg)

30-40 Watt Machines:

Auto-switching 100v-240v
6.4 Amp Draw (115v)
3.2 Amp Draw (230v)
50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (100-240v)

60 Watt Machines:

Auto-switching 100v-240v
12 Amp Draw (115v)
6 Amp Draw (230v)
50 or 60 Hz Single Phase (110-240v)

350-400 CFM (595-680 m3/hr) external exhaust to outside or internal filtration unit required. One output port, 4″ (100 mm) diameter.

Class 2 Laser Product - 1 mW cW MAXIMUM 600-700nm
Class 4 Conversion Kit is available for purchase

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Technical specifications and product configurations subject to change without notice.

FAQ’s

You’ve got questions, we got answers.

What are the differences between the Fusion Ascent Laser machines and the Maker/Edge laser machines?

The Fusion Ascent Laser machine is designed for those who want to upgrade to a more industrial laser solution. Featuring up to 120 IPS engraving speeds, long-lasting metal and ceramic RF laser tubes, and pass-through capabilities, the Fusion Ascent provides a powerful, production‑ready solution designed to handle larger projects with speed, precision, and unmatched reliability.

What is IRIS Camera + Registration System?

IRIS™ HD+ is the newest advancement in Epilog’s integrated camera technology, offering enhanced high-definition imaging, improved zoom functionality, and precise real-time alignment for even the most detailed engraving applications.

Along with its overhead camera system, the Fusion Ascent features a dedicated registration camera near the lens that streamlines precise alignment for print-to-cut workflows. Simply place your printed material—whether it’s paper, wood, or acrylic—on the bed with the registration marks visible. The Epilog Dashboard Software reads those marks, aligns your design automatically, and carries out clean, accurate contour cuts with no manual adjustment needed.

What type of Safety features are built into the Fusion Ascent machines?

The Fusion Ascent is sold as a Class 2 laser system, meaning the laser beam is not accessible to humans during normal operation due to interlock controls. No special safety gear is needed to run the laser. Additionally, there is an E-stop, key switch, and emission indicator on the machine. The user has the option to purchase a Class 4 conversion kit, which once installed, changes the laser classification from Class 2 to Class 4. More information about Class 4 operation can be found here.

Additionally, Epilog Laser machines do not emit ionizing radiation (like x-rays or nuclear radiation), and all machines comply with FCC and European Union electromagnetic emission standards.

What is the maximum thickness or height of an item for engraving that can fit into the Ascent 12,24,36 machines

Maximum thickness without pass-through capabilities enabled is 7″. With pass-through enabled, the maximum thickness of material you can engrave is 2″.

What Accessories are available for Fusion Ascent Lasers?

The Fusion Ascent comes with a variety of accessories to help operators expand their product offerings including:

Rim-style Rotary Attachment for engraving cylindrical items
Air compressor to enable air assist feature that helps reduce flare ups
Floor stand for added mobility
Optional lenses for cutting through thicker materials and/or engraving in recessed areas

How does the pass-through conversion kit work for the Ascent lasers?

All Epilog machines are classified as Class 2 because the laser beam is completely enclosed. With the Fusion Ascent, customers can add an optional passthrough kit that opens the enclosure to accommodate larger materials. Since this makes the beam accessible, the system becomes a Class 4 laser when the kit is installed. Only customers are authorized to install the Class 4 Conversion Kit using the supplemental instructions provided.

Conversion Kit Contents:

Class 4 Safety Labels
Class 4 Certification tag
Class 4 Hex Key
Class 4 Enable Dongle
Laser Safety Glasses
Work Piece Riser
Class 4 Supplemental Manual

What warranty is included with the Fusion Ascent laser machine?

The Fusion Ascent comes with a two-year warranty on the machine and laser tube.

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Laser Projects

FusionAscent

Built Like Industrial Equipment.

Pass Through

Usability Features

Software Features

Safety Features

ACCESSORIES:

Air Assist Pump

Class 4 Conversion Kit

Floor Stand

1.5″ Lens – CO2

4.0″ Lens – CO2

5.0″ Lens – Fiber

Rim-Style

3-Jaw Chuck

PhotoLaser Plus Advanced

MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY:

Wattage Requirements by Material Thickness