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TwoTrees TTS-20 Pro 20W
TwoTrees TTS-20 Pro: 20W with rotary-ready frame
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Last updated How we evaluate
Released December 2023
TL;DR
TwoTrees TTS-20 Pro 20W is a 20W open-frame in the TTS line with rotary and riser bundle options. Budget alternative to TTS-55 Pro: good for 20W without paying for 40W class.
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
TwoTrees TTS-20 Pro 20W is the versatile hobby / side-business SKU: clean engraving and light wood or leather cuts with comparable benchmarks on Maker Atlas.
Skip if you
Open-frame: glasses and exhaust required. Not a CO₂ replacement for clear acrylic or heavy thick-stock production.
Pros
- Everyday engrave and light cut mix: typical 5 mm basswood in several passes
- Open-frame: plan laser glasses, exhaust, and workspace rules from day one
- Software on the profile: trial your workflow on scrap before production
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
Budget TwoTrees 20W for engraving and light cutting
Entry-mid TwoTrees 20W for hobby engraving and 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 TwoTrees TTS-20 Pro 20W. Read the TL;DR and benchmarks before buying, then compare nearby models on the Compare page.
Pro tips
TR2 rotary bundle is the common tumbler upgrade path.
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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