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AlgoLaser Alpha MK2
Diode laser engraver

AlgoLaser Alpha MK2

The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 is a diode laser engraver range from AlgoLaser with 2 models. 20 W – 40 W laser, 400 × 410 mm work area, up to 667 mm/s. Sold in United States.

From $629 at AlgoLaser's official store Buy

AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 specifications

Laser type
Diode
Laser power (rated)
20 W – 40 W
Optical output (stated)
20 W
Wavelength
1064 nm
Work area
400 × 410 mm (15.7 × 16.1 in)
Max engraving speed
667 mm/s
Camera
Yes
Rotary support
Yes
Software
LightBurn, LaserGRBL
Weight
8.4 kg (19 lb)
Compliance (stated)
CE, FCC, FDA, IEC 60825-1, RoHS
Models in this range
2

Manufacturer's figures as of 21 October 2026.

What the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 can make

The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 is a diode laser engraver: its blue laser engraves and cuts wood, plywood, leather, paper, cardboard, fabric and dark or opaque acrylic, and marks coated or painted metal. It cannot cut clear or blue acrylic, which lets blue light through, and bare metal needs far more power or a different laser.

It has a rated laser power of 20 W – 40 W depending on the model, an optical output of 20 W, a work area of 400 × 410 mm (15.7 × 16.1 in) and a top engraving speed of 667 mm/s.

It works with a camera for positioning designs on the material, support for a rotary attachment to engrave tumblers and other round objects and LightBurn and LaserGRBL software.

In the United States the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 sells for $629, above the median of $399 across 86 diode laser engravers with a US price, among the premium models.

AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 safety and compliance

The brand's listing does not state the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2's laser class. Open-frame diode lasers are usually Class 4: use laser safety glasses rated for the wavelength, and never leave the machine running unattended.

Every laser engraver makes smoke and fumes: run it with an exhaust to the outdoors or a fume purifier. Never cut PVC or vinyl, which release corrosive chlorine gas.

The brand states FDA compliance: laser products sold in the United States must meet the FDA's laser performance standard (21 CFR 1040.10) and be reported to the FDA, which issues an accession number.

Other compliance the brand states: CE (the manufacturer's declaration of conformity with EU product rules); FCC (US authorisation for the electronics' radio-frequency emissions); IEC 60825-1 (the international standard for laser product safety and classification (Class 1 to Class 4)); RoHS (restriction of hazardous substances in electronics (EU)).

Product details

Product type
Diode laser engraver
Brand
AlgoLaser · China
Category
Laser Engravers and Cutters
Sold in
United States
Price from
$629

AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 models (2)

ModelSKU
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40WALA2-40BD-EU-AAP
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20WALA2-20BDU-US+AAP

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