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AlgoLaser · Diode
AlgoLaser Delta 22W
AlgoLaser Delta: enclosed-optional 22W with delta kinematics
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Last updated How we evaluate
Released May 2024
TL;DR
AlgoLaser Delta 22W uses a delta-style motion system in a compact footprint with optional enclosure. Alternative to Cartesian Alpha MK2: check community for reliability and spare parts before buying.
Best for
What makes this machine stand out
Hardware and workflow features worth understanding before you buy : not just wattage on a label.
Open-frame : plan safety first
There is no factory enclosure: you wear OD-rated glasses, control smoke, and keep kids/pets away. You trade cabinet convenience for price and access : fine in a dedicated workshop, stressful in a living room without a plan.
LightBurn compatible
LightBurn support means advanced layers, camera tools, and workflows many makers outgrow the stock app with. Confirm your exact controller board before assuming full features : some machines need a paid license separately.
Our verdict
Ideal if you
AlgoLaser Delta 22W targets mixed engraving and wood-cutting weeks: fewer passes on basswood and dark acrylic than weaker SKUs in the same line.
Skip if you
Wrong pick if you never engrave and only wanted the lowest price. Ultra-fine photo work can look better on an engraving-first SKU.
Pros
- Strongest cut headroom in the line: about 5 mm basswood-class stock in benchmarks
- 22W: the most cut-focused head in the AlgoLaser Delta line
- Integrated cabinet helps contain the beam and everyday smoke versus open-frame diodes
Cons
- Clear cast acrylic and thick production cutting still favor CO₂, not diode power alone
- Confirm optical wattage on the listing before you buy
What this machine is for
Enclosed-capable 22W AlgoLaser for makers who want delta kinematics
Compact AlgoLaser 22W for engraving and light-medium cutting.
Laser spot size
~0.08 mm spot
Motion precision: 0.01 mm
Sample engrave job
~12–18 min
10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)
Sample cut job
~6–10 min
10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)
Reference benchmark: same job size on every machine so you can compare times fairly. Times are estimates for the reference job above; your design complexity and settings will change them.
Materials
- · Wood
- · Leather
- · Acrylic (dark)
Accessories & add-ons
Typical inclusions and add-ons for this profile : confirm your SKU.
- Optional
Enclosure / cabinet
Third-party enclosure improves smoke control and safety
- Recommended
Laser safety glasses
~450 nm diode: OD rated for your wavelength
- Recommended
Fire extinguisher
Editorial guidance : not a live parts list. See also: Ventilation setup · Safety basics
Practical notes
Beginner notes
This profile covers AlgoLaser Delta 22W. Read the TL;DR and benchmarks before buying, then compare nearby models on the Compare page.
Pro tips
Run scrap tests first. Use this profile’s reference times for quotes, not marketing claims.
Pro / technical specsRaw numbers for experienced users comparing machines.
- Max speed (spec)
- 300 mm/s
- Avg engrave speed
- 60–150 mm/s fill
- Avg cut speed
- 4–10 mm/s on 3 mm wood
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