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TwoTrees TS2 · 40W
40W TwoTrees' popular TS2 platform: 20W open-frame with active community
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TL;DR
TwoTrees TS2 40W is the 40W SKU on the TwoTrees two trees ts2 line. The TS2 20W is one of TwoTrees' best-known laser lines: often compared to Ortur and Sculpfun at aggressive sale prices. Verify optical power on the listing: do not assume combined-watt marketing.
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What makes this machine stand out
Hardware and workflow features worth understanding before you buy : not just wattage on a label.
Fastest TS2
~12–18 min for a 10 × 10 cm photo and ~6–10 min for a 3 mm basswood square in our benchmark, the best times of the line.
Basswood up to 10 mm
Our profile lists 10 mm basswood and 5 mm dark acrylic, with cut speeds of 4–11 mm/s on 3 mm wood.
Our verdict
Ideal if you
TwoTrees TS2 40W 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. Open-frame: safety and smoke are on you.
Pros
- Shortest times of the TS2 line in our benchmark: ~12–18 min for a 10 × 10 cm photo, ~6–10 min for a 3 mm basswood square
- Basswood up to 10 mm in our profile, with fill speeds of 70–150 mm/s
- Keeps the TS2's automatic focus and 410 × 400 mm bed
Cons
- Price varies widely: TwoTrees' own store listed the TS2-40W at $1,097 with US shipping only (October 2026), far above many reseller listings
- Wider spot (~0.09 mm) and more smoke than the 20W: plan exhaust and air assist
- Dark acrylic still tops out around 5 mm in our profile: clear acrylic needs CO₂
What this machine is for
Maximum cut speed and depth in the line: engraving remains strong at tuned speeds
40W module · TwoTrees TS2
Laser spot size
~0.09 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
- · Slate
- · Anodized aluminum
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 is the 40W SKU on TwoTrees TS2. Read the TL;DR and benchmarks above, then compare other power options via the chips before buying.
Pro tips
Treat engraving and cutting as separate profiles. Push cut speeds only after test squares on your material. Compare CO₂ only when clear acrylic or all-day production enters the picture.
Pro / technical specsRaw numbers for experienced users comparing machines.
- Max speed (spec)
- 300 mm/s
- Avg engrave speed
- 70–150 mm/s fill
- Avg cut speed
- 4–11 mm/s on 3 mm wood
Common questions
Where can I buy the TS2 40W, and at what price?
In October 2026 TwoTrees' own store listed the TS2-40W at $1,097 and the TS2-40W Max at $1,113, both with US shipping only. Reseller prices are often much lower; check that the listing states 40W optical output and that warranty is handled in your country.
What does the 40W gain over the TS2 20W?
Speed above all. In our benchmark the 10 × 10 cm photo drops from ~18–28 min to ~12–18 min and the 3 mm basswood square from ~9–15 min to ~6–10 min, with cut speeds of 4–11 mm/s. Our profile also moves the basswood limit from 8 to 10 mm.
Is the TS2 40W a good fit for a small production shop?
For daily cutting of 3–6 mm wood, yes: the time saved per job is what justifies it. For photo-heavy work, the 20W's finer spot (~0.08 mm vs ~0.09 mm) and lower price are the better match.
Alternatives to the TwoTrees TS2 40W
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The 20W LM3 is the configuration most buyers mean when they say 'Laser Master 3'. Strong engraving, light cutting, huge community: verify you are not accidentally ordering the 10W SKU.
Acmer · Diode · $1,149 – $2,069
The P3 48W is the cutting version of Acmer's enclosed P3: a Class 1 cabinet with a CoreXY gantry, 800 mm/s, a camera covering the whole bed and 30 L/min air assist. Its module switches between 24W and 48W, and Acmer rates it for 18 mm plywood and 18 mm black acrylic in one pass. At $1,149 for the Basic Pack (October 2026) it undercuts xTool's enclosed 40W by about $550; the trade-offs are a weaker included exhaust fan and software that reviewers call basic.
WeCreat · Diode · $1,140 – $1,990
WeCreat's enclosed diode laser adds a camera and AI features for material detection and visual preview. Appealing for beginners who want guidance. Core laser performance is comparable to other enclosed diodes: you pay for the smart features.