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4' x 8' Cutting Solution Comparison
Both cut a 4' x 8' area, hold 0.002" per foot positioning accuracy, and run on in-house Langmuir Systems software. Apollo 8 trades plate thickness for edge quality and fine detail. CrossFire XR trades edge finish for thick plate and a much lower entry price.
Need the same capability in a compact size? Compare the Apollo 4 and CrossFire PRO MAX. For a side-by-side look at how plasma, fiber laser, and waterjet compare, see our cutting technology comparison.
1.5kW Enclosed 4' x 8' CNC Fiber Laser
| Feature | Apollo 8 Fiber Laser$19,995 | CrossFire XR Plasma Table$6,995 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $19,995Laser source, chiller and control PC included | $6,995Table, THC and PC. Plasma cutter sold separately or in packages |
| Thickest steel | 1/2"Carbon steel, max | 1"Frame supports 1" plate; capacity depends on your plasma cutter |
| Edge finish | LaserSmaller kerf, less dross, less post-processing | PlasmaFloating-head THC handles warped sheet |
| Accuracy | ±0.002"per 12", 0.0005" index | ±0.002"per 12", 0.0007" step resolution |
| Materials | 4 metalsCarbon steel, stainless, aluminum, brass | SteelPlus other conductive metals, depending on cutter |
| Enclosure | EnclosedDoor interlocks, 10" exhaust port | Open65-gallon water table catches fume and sparks |
| Availability | Reserve$500 refundable deposit, limited production slots | In stockShips in about 1 week |
Apollo 8's limits come from its 1500W Max Photonics source. CrossFire XR's limit is set by the plasma cutter you pair it with; the table is built to carry 1" steel. Bars are drawn to scale.
Actual cut quality and speed vary with material, gas and consumables.
Top view, drawn to scale. Both hold a full 4' x 8' sheet.
74" W × 77" H × 122" L. Ships nearly complete by flatbed; the upper enclosure goes on in about 1–2 hours. Gantry clears a 60" sheet.
5.2' × 9.0' frame, 6.6' × 11.3' with the mounted touchscreen. Ships in two crates, or fully assembled for $1,495.
48" × 96" cutting area with 4" of Z travel. Z clearance is 2.25" on Apollo and 2.5" on XR with the guard (4.25" without).
Pick the answer closest to your work and the recommendation updates as you go.
Choose Apollo 8 if you cut sheet up to 1/2" carbon steel and want clean, detailed edges with little cleanup, including stainless steel (up to 7/32"), aluminum (3/16") and brass (1/8"). It is fully enclosed and needs two 240V circuits.
Choose CrossFire XR if you cut plate thicker than 1/2" (up to 1" with a Hypertherm85 SYNC), work mostly in mild steel, or want a lower entry price. The table runs from a 120V outlet, plus power for your plasma cutter.
Either fits
Check the add-ons you'd actually buy. Freight uses the middle of each published estimate.
Excludes gas or a compressor for either machine. Apollo runs on O₂/N₂ tanks or suitable shop air; an Ozen 4Td compressor with dryer is available for $12,700. Table + Hypertherm options are table and cutter list prices added together.
| Specification | Apollo 8 | CrossFire XR |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Process | 1500W fiber laser (Max Photonics) | Plasma, cutter of your choice |
| Cut area | 48" × 96" | 48" × 96" |
| Travel | 50" X · 98" Y · 4" Z | 48" × 96" × 4" |
| Max thickness | 1/2" carbon · 7/32" stainless · 3/16" aluminum · 1/8" brass | Up to 1" steel, cutter dependent |
| Speed | 1,350 IPM max jog | 400 IPM max cut |
| Accuracy | ±0.002" per 12", 0.0005" index | ±0.002" per 12", 0.0007" step resolution |
| Cutting head | RayTools, Swiss optics, manual focus (AutoFocus optional) | Floating-head torch mount, LS-THC torch height control |
| Z clearance | 2.25" | 2.5" with guard, 4.25" without |
| Machine | ||
| Motion | 3-axis full servo | 1/2" ball screws with driven rotating ballnuts |
| Frame | Bonded, fastened and machined in Texas | 750 lb industrial steel C-channel |
| Bed | Slats at 6" spacing (3" optional) | Replaceable steel slats, 2.4" × 1/8" |
| Enclosure | Full upper and lower, door interlocks, 10" exhaust port | Open table, Z-axis guard with status LED |
| Cooling | S&A CWFL-1500 water chiller | 65-gallon structural water table |
| Dimensions | 74" W × 77" H × 122" L | 5.2' × 9.0' (6.6' × 11.3' with touchscreen) |
| Control | ||
| Software | LaserControl (in-house) | FireControl XR (in-house) |
| Computer | Windows 11 mini PC, 21.5" touchscreen, wireless pendant | MC4000, Windows 11, 21.5" touchscreen, wireless pendant |
| Extras | Optional camera system and second monitor | Limit switches, autosquaring, homing, soft limits |
| Buying | ||
| Price | $19,995 launch price | Starting at $6,995 |
| Freight | Flatbed, about $1,800–$2,000 | Liftgate, about $500–$800 |
| Ordering | $500 refundable reservation | In stock |
| Financing | Geneva Capital or Affirm | Affirm |
| Warranty | See warranty policy | 1 yr hardware / 6 mo electronics; Silver and Gold extensions |
240VAC single-phase, 25A for the laser, plus a separate 240VAC 20A circuit for the chiller. Does not run on 120V.
One 120V 20A outlet for the table, 120V outlets for the PC and compressor, and 220V for the plasma cutter.
O₂ and N₂ tanks or suitable shop air. The $399 hook-up kit adds regulators, a flashback arrestor and 100' of tubing.
Compressed air for the plasma cutter. Fill the water table before cutting.
Flatbed only, no liftgate. You'll need a forklift rated for 3,000 lb with extended forks. Pickup in Conroe, TX by appointment.
Two crates by liftgate, or flatbed if assembled (5,000 lb forklift with 6' forks). Contiguous US only.
Apollo 8's enclosure is not optically sealed or FDA approved. Always wear laser-rated eye protection while it runs.
Prices, availability and freight are subject to change.
