What’s the Difference Between the Polar and the New Polar+?

Both the Polar and the upgraded Polar+ are advanced CO2 laser engraving machines, offering exceptional value and performance. Here's how they compare: Enhanced Laser Power : The Polar+ features an upgraded 55W rated laser power, providing faster and deeper engraving capabilities compared to the original Polar. Touchscreen Convenience : Polar+ introduces a one-tap touchscreen for a more intuitive user experience, a step up from the manual motor focus on the Polar. Rapid Auto Focus : Unlike the Polar's motor focus, the Polar+ comes equipped with rapid auto focus, ensuring precision and speed for every project. Additional Features : The Polar+ maintains its affordability while adding advanced capabilities like power loss recovery and scorch-free engraving, minimizing downtime and maximizing quality. Whether you choose the trusted Polar or the feature-rich Polar+, both deliver reliable performance tailored to your engraving needs.

55W CO2 Polar+ Desktop Laser Cutter and Engraver

Name: 55W CO2 Polar+ Desktop Laser Cutter and Engraver with 510x300 mm Engraving Area
Brand: OMTech AU
SKU: USB-5553-AU&USB-LIBU-01&USB-PW01-02
Price: 4699.99 AUD
Availability: InStock

OMTECH 55W POLAR+

The new Polar+ CO2 desktop laser machine by OMTech is everything the small business or home-based creator could ask for, all loaded into an innovative and sleek package.

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The all-new integrated touchscreen makes the 55W Polar+ our smartest desktop laser engraver yet! With a powerful 55W laser delivering enhanced energy, you’ll achieve deeper and faster engraving results. The entire engraving process can now be managed from the touchscreen alone—no laptop required—drastically cutting creation time. And with a simple tap, the Polar+ automatically adjusts focus for optimal precision, bringing efficiency and ease to every project.

55W Desktop Laser Engraver x 1

Rotary Axes x 2

Rotary Cables x 2

60W Duct Fan x 2

Fan Remote Control x 1

Adapter Ring x 1

Exhaust Pipes x 2

Hose Clamps x 3

Power Cord x 1

Ethernet Cable x 1

USB Cables x 2

Big Storage Box x 1

Small Storage Box x 1

Basswood Blanks x 5

Cardboard Blanks x 5

Acrylic Blanks x 5

Straps x 2

User Manual x1

ENGRAVING & LASER CUTTING IN THE PERFECT PACKAGE

Spacious Working Area

for large objects and multi-part simultaneous processing

One-Tap Auto-Focus

Positioning, Framing, Parameter Backup, and Laser Pulse,Break free from computer constraints

Power Upgraded to 55W

Polar+ Effortlessly Cuts 22mm Acrylic & 15mm Wood Planks

Compatible with Multiple Software

Simple Setup for LightBurn, RDworks, CorelLaser, and More

Easy Laser Head Control

Tap to move the laser head—faster, simpler, and more efficient

All-in-One Solution

Complete Set of Engraving; All Tools Included

5MP Camera Captures Every Detail

A quick preview feature overlays the engraving design onto a real-time display of the target object, eliminating the need for intricate positioning and size verification.

Powerful Ventilation with Automatic Air Assist

Effortlessly achieve flawless engraving and cutting with a powerful ventilation system and automatic air assist. This innovative design removes debris, prevents burning, and efficiently expels smoke and dust, ensuring a cleaner and safer workspace.

Built-In Water Chiller with Anti-Scorch Design

Ensure optimal laser performance with a built-in water chiller that keeps your machine cool and extends its lifespan. The anti-scorch plate, made of black galvanized material, resists discoloration and cleans effortlessly with a simple wipe, maintaining a pristine and efficient workspace.

SPECS

Rated Power

55W
Processing Area

510×300 mm
Max. Processing Speed

500 mm/s
Max. Material Thickness

7 mm, 51 mm(Without Bed)
Expected Service Lifeat <40% / 40–70% / >70% Power

11,000 / 10,000 / 8,000 hr.
Dimensions

970x565x234 mm
Max. Resolution

1000 dpi
Data Transmission

Wifi, USB Cable, Ethernet Cable
Provided Operating Software

RDWorks
Compatible Operating Software

LightBurn, CorelDRAW, RDWorks
Trayless Processing Area

350x21 mm
Field of View

510x300 mm
Rotary 1(included) Processing Area

0-240x60-75 mm
Rotary 2(included) Processing Area

0-240x30-60 mm
Honeycomb Workbed Dimensions

571x336x22 mm
Mini. Letter Size

1x1 mm
Water Pump Capacity

1.5L
Flow Rate

540 L/h
Camera Resolution

5 MP
Camera Accuracy

±1 mm
Air Assist Port Diameter

8mm
Air Flow

13.8 cfm (392 L/min.)
Exhaust Fan Port Diameter

150mm
Air Flow

282/353 cfm (480/600 m³/h)
Laser Tube Diameter

55mm
Laser Tube Length

890mm
Mirror Diameter

20.5mm
Mirror Thickness

3mm
Focus Lens Diameter

15.5mm
Focus Lens Thickness

2mm
Focal Height

50.8mm

FAQs

Both the Polar and the upgraded Polar+ are advanced CO2 laser engraving machines, offering exceptional value and performance. Here's how they compare:

Enhanced Laser Power: The Polar+ features an upgraded 55W rated laser power, providing faster and deeper engraving capabilities compared to the original Polar.
Touchscreen Convenience: Polar+ introduces a one-tap touchscreen for a more intuitive user experience, a step up from the manual motor focus on the Polar.
Rapid Auto Focus: Unlike the Polar's motor focus, the Polar+ comes equipped with rapid auto focus, ensuring precision and speed for every project.
Additional Features: The Polar+ maintains its affordability while adding advanced capabilities like power loss recovery and scorch-free engraving, minimizing downtime and maximizing quality.

Whether you choose the trusted Polar or the feature-rich Polar+, both deliver reliable performance tailored to your engraving needs.

The touchscreen offers an intuitive and easy-to-use interface, as it may involve fewer steps than using software on a laptop. Direct manipulation through touch can streamline the process.

a. One-tap Auto Focus: Simply tap the focus button on the screen to start auto-focusing.

b. One-tap Positioning: Simply tap the position button on the screen to locate the position you want to start engraving.

c. One-tap Framing: Simply tap the frame button on the screen to automatically outline the size of the area you want to engrave.

d. Tap to move the laser head easier and more convenient.

Yes! You can engrave offline with a USB flash drive, simply plug in and select the file you want to engrave—no laptop needed, which is very convenient for those who need to engrave the same file repeatedly.

The OMTech Polar+ is specifically designed for laser hobbiests, makers, DIY enthusiasts, and small businesses. The convenience of operation provided by the touchscreen can help you unleash endless creativity and enhance your productivity!

Yes! When the Polar+ experiences a power outage or is accidentally disconnected, it automatically saves the engraving progress. Once power is restored, a dialog box will pop up on the touchscreen asking if you want to continue the previous engraving. Simply tap "Yes" and the laser head will automatically return to the last position and continue engraving.

Yes! The Polar+ comes with two rotary axes for different sizes to engrave cylindrical objects, so you do not need to purchase additional rotary axes separately.

With the 5MP camera, you can preview the design file on your object. Simply drag the design onto the object to preview and adjust the size of the engraving area, ensuring that the dimensions are appropriate. This feature is especially convenient when engraving smaller items like jewelry.

The OMTech Polar+ laser engraver comes with a 2-year general warranty, with a 1-year warranty specifically for the laser tube and laser power supply. This warranty covers the machine and its components, ensuring reliability and peace of mind for our customers.

The OMTech Polar+ laser engraver is compatible with Lightburn. Get Lightburn here today!

Material & Application

OMTech Polar laser engraver can engrave and cut a variety of materials including wood, acrylic, fabric, cork, rubber, slate, glass, and so much more.

Paper

Wood

Rubber

Acrylic

Leather