Fusion Ascent
Fusion Ascent
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.
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.
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.
Complete more jobs in less time with a laser engraving machine truly built for production.
Deliver the flawless results your customers expect on every piece.
Work across more materials and applications using fast, intuitive material presets.
Simplify setup and reduce operator training time.
Built for 24/7 performance in industrial environments. Or even your home.
| Fusion Ascent 12 | Fusion Ascent 24 | Fusion Ascent 36 | |
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| Work Area | 24″ x 12″ x 7″ (610 x 305 x 178 mm) |
24″ x 24″ x 7″ (610 x 610 x 178 mm) |
36″ x 24″ x 7″ (914 x 610 x 178 mm) |
| Laser Options | CO2 or Fiber | CO2 or Fiber | CO2 |
| CO2 | 30, 40, or 60 watts | 40, 60, or 80 watts | 40, 60, or 80 watts |
| Fiber | 30 watts MOPA | 60 watts MOPA | – |
| IRIS™ Cameras | 1 overhead + registration | 2 overhead + registration | 2 overhead + registration |
Benefits of Epilog’s Fusion Ascent 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.
Industry’s Best
RF Metal/Ceramic Laser Tubes – superior beam quality, extended lifespan, low-cost recharges.
IRIS HD+ Camera Positioning
Perfect Alignment, First Try. Live real-time view for pinpoint-accurate artwork placement.
3000 mm/s
Engraving in Minutes. Not Hours.
Pass Through
Go Beyond. Engrave and cut oversized materials beyond the bed size.
Built Like Industrial Equipment.
Because it is.
An American Company
Designed, engineered, and supported in Golden, CO since 1988.
Intuitive
By Design. Touchscreen control makes setup and job selection fast and easy.
Experience Matters.
1988 – Established
Product features and configurations subject to change without notice.
| Fusion Ascent 12 | Fusion Ascent 24 | Fusion Ascent 36 | |
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| Maximum Engraving Speed | 3000 mm/s (120 IPS) | 3000 mm/s (120 IPS) | 3000 mm/s (120 IPS) |
| Work Area | 24″ x 12″ (610 x 305 mm) |
24″ x 24″ (610 x 610 mm) |
36″ x 24″ (914 x 610 mm) |
| Material Thickness | 7″ (178 mm) | 7″ (178 mm) | 7″ (178 mm) |
| Laser Source Wattages | CO2: 30, 40, or 60 watts Fiber: 30 watts MOPA |
CO2: 40, 60, or 80 watts Fiber: 60 watts MOPA |
CO2: 40, 60, or 80 watts |
| Laser Tube Types | CO2: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers Fiber: Air-cooled, includes collimator, 1065 nm, Beam quality: M2 < 1.1 |
CO2: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers Fiber: Air-cooled, includes collimator, 1065 nm, Beam quality: M2 < 1.1 |
CO2: Air-cooled, metal/ceramic Waveguide tube, 10.6 micrometers |
| IRIS™ Camera System | 1 overhead + registration | 2 overhead + registration | 2 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″ CO2, 3″ Fiber | 2″ CO2, 3″ Fiber | 2″ |
| Optional Lenses | 1.5″ or 4″ CO2, 5″ Fiber | 1.5″ or 4″ CO2, 5″ Fiber | 1.5″ or 4″ |
| Included Table | CO2: Honey Comb, Fiber: Task Plate | CO2: Honey Comb, Fiber: Task Plate | Honey Comb |
| Max Table Weight | Static: 40 lbs (18.4 kg) Lifting: 25 lbs (11.4 kg) |
Static: 40 lbs (18.4 kg) Lifting: 25 lbs (11.4 kg) |
Static: 40 lbs (18.4 kg) Lifting: 25 lbs (11.4 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 (W x D x H) | 41.76″ x 25.9″ x 20.15″ (1060.7 x 657.9 x 511.8 mm) |
41.76″ x 38.47″ x 20.15″ (1060.7 x 977.1 x 511.8 mm) |
53.76″ x 38.47″ x 20.15″ (1365.5 x 977.1 x 511.8 mm) |
| Weight | 147 lbs (66.7 kg) | 175 lbs (79.4 kg) | 212 lbs (96 kg) |
| Electrical |
30-40 Watt Machines: • Auto-switching 100v-240v • 6.4 Amp Draw (115v) • 3.2 Amp Draw (230v) • 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase 60 Watt Machines: • Auto-switching 100v-240v • 12 Amp Draw (115v) • 6 Amp Draw (230v) • 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase |
40 Watt Machine: • Auto-switching 100v-240v • 6.4 Amp Draw (115v) • 3.2 Amp Draw (230v) • 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase 60-80 Watt Machines: • Auto-switching 100v-240v • 12 Amp Draw (115v) • 6 Amp Draw (230v) • 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase |
40 Watt Machine: • Auto-switching 100v-240v • 6.4 Amp Draw (115v) • 3.2 Amp Draw (230v) • 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase 60-80 Watt Machines: • Auto-switching 100v-240v • 12 Amp Draw (115v) • 6 Amp Draw (230v) • 50 or 60 Hz Single Phase |
| Ventilation | 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 600-700 nm. A Class 4 Conversion Kit is available for purchase separately to enable pass-through operation. | ||
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.
Class 4 Conversion Kit
Enables Pass-Through
Allows users to enable the pass-through feature for engraving and cutting over-sized items. The kit includes Safety Labels, Certification Tag, Hex Key, Class 4 Enable Dongle, CO2 Laser Safety Glasses, Workpiece Risers, and the Class 4 Supplemental Manual.
Riser Cones
For Vector Cutting
These optional cones allow the workpiece to be elevated from the worktable during vector cutting. This helps reduce residue on the backside of the material and improves airflow beneath the workpiece.
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.
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.
5.0″ Lens – Fiber
Engraving Irregular Surfaces
Fiber Only – Designed for products that have a slight curvature or surfaces that are not perfectly flat. Produces a slightly longer depth-of-field, which provides a more consistent mark over a non-flat surface.
Rim-Style
Rotary Attachment
This rotary attachment lets you engrave bottles, glasses, flashlights, and other cylindrical items. Just set your product on the rotary, raise or lower the scissor lift to level the engraving area, and send your job to the laser. Available for the Fusion Ascent 12/24 and Fusion Ascent 36.
3-Jaw Chuck
Rotary Attachment
This rotary attachment clamps cylindrical or oddly-shaped items securely in its three-jaw chuck, giving you precise alignment for applications that demand it. Available for the Fusion Ascent 12/24 and Fusion Ascent 36.
PhotoLaser Plus Advanced
Design Software
PhotoLaser Plus takes photo engraving with your Epilog laser to the next level, making it easy to process photos for engraving on all types of materials. Epilog Laser has partnered with CADLink to bring you the industry's leading photo processing software.
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 |
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| Woods & Fibers 6 materials |
✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Acrylics & Polymers 7 materials |
✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Textiles & Leather 3 materials |
✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Metals 8 materials |
✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Glass & Ceramics 4 materials |
✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Miscellaneous 2 materials |
✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
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.
- 0.5″ (13 mm): 30 watts
- 0.375″ (10 mm): 40 watts
- 0.25″ (6 mm): 50–60 watts
- 0.125″ (3 mm): 80 watts
Do you have a material you would like us to test? Our Applications Team would be happy to assist you.
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.