The MIRA X Series from AEON Laser is a new line of RF CO₂ laser cutters and engravers designed to bring production-grade speed and automation to small studios and workshops. The range spans three machines, from the 40W MIRA 6X to the flagship MIRA X with a 150W RF metal laser tube, and all three share the same engraving speeds of up to 3000 mm/s, 8G acceleration and text as small as 2.5pt. The series is now live on Kickstarter, with Super Early Bird pricing starting from $4,756.
What separates the series from a typical hobby laser is its focus on repeatable work. AEON’s VisionFlow camera system handles print-and-cut registration and AI-assisted batch placement, a four-side pass-through chassis accepts oversized stock and automated feeding, and an optional 50W fiber laser module, available for the MIRA 9X and MIRA X, adds metal engraving and marking to the CO₂ laser’s usual range of wood, acrylic and leather.
MIRA X Series Key Specifications:
- Three Models: MIRA 6X (40W RF), MIRA 9X (75W RF) and MIRA X (100W or 150W RF), all using metal RF laser tubes.
- Working Areas: 600 x 300 mm, 900 x 450 mm and 1000 x 600 mm respectively.
- High-Speed Motion: Up to 3000 mm/s engraving and 8G acceleration on every model, with text down to 2.5pt.
- VisionFlow Smart Cutting System: Camera-guided registration mark detection for print-and-cut, plus AI feature matching for batch fill.
- Batch Automation: Four-side pass-through, a PLC-ready communication port and optional multi-position rotary tables.
- Optional Fiber Module: A 50W fiber laser source adds metal engraving and marking alongside CO₂ processing on the MIRA 9X and MIRA X (not available for the MIRA 6X).
- Ball-Screw Drive (MIRA X only): Dual ball screws on the Y-axis; the 6X and 9X use synchronous belts.
- Tool-Free Optics: Magnetic lens mount with no beam realignment needed after cleaning or replacing optics.
- Cooling: Air cooled (6X), water and air cooled (9X), compressor chiller (MIRA X).
- Safety: Class 1 enclosed design with door-open protection on every model.
- Warranty: Two-year US-based warranty covering the machine, electronics and laser tube.
- Pricing Options: Super Early Bird pricing for the three models:
- MIRA 6X: $4,756 for 40W and a 600 x 300 mm bed, suited to compact studios.
- MIRA 9X: $6,986 for 75W and a 900 x 450 mm bed, suited to mid-size projects.
- MIRA X: From $9,848 for up to 150W, a 1000 x 600 mm bed and ball-screw drive for heavy-duty production.
Three Machines, One Platform
Although the campaign is built around the 150W flagship, the MIRA X Series consists of three models: MIRA 6X, MIRA 9X and the flagship MIRA X. They share software and motion performance but differ in power, size and cooling.
MIRA 6X
The MIRA 6X is the entry point. It pairs a 40W RF metal laser tube with a 600 x 300 mm (23.62 x 11.81 in) working area, measures 850 x 530 x 350 mm and weighs 57 kg. It is air cooled, uses belt drives on both axes and is the model that most genuinely fits the desktop label.
MIRA 9X
The MIRA 9X steps up to a 75W RF tube and a 900 x 450 mm (35.43 x 17.72 in) bed. At 1160 x 690 x 420 mm and 84 kg it needs a sturdy bench or stand, and it moves to combined water and air cooling with water-flow protection. It also gains a second 13MP lid camera, matching the flagship’s vision setup.
MIRA X
The flagship MIRA X is offered with either a 100W or 150W RF tube and the largest working area in the series at 1000 x 600 mm (39.37 x 23.62 in). It is a substantial machine, measuring 1341 x 950 x 530 mm, weighing 242 kg, cooled by a compressor-type 5200 chiller and drawing up to 2900W in total. AEON describes the 150W version as the most powerful desktop CO₂ laser currently available and says its footprint is the smallest among machines of the same power. That makes it compact for its class rather than small; the appeal is 150W of RF power without a floor-standing industrial cabinet.
Early bird opportunities are available for the MIRA X Series, with the crowdfunding campaign now live on Kickstarter. Super Early Bird pricing starts at $4,756 for the MIRA 6X, offering up to 45% off the recommended retail price, and estimated delivery dates for each reward tier are listed on the campaign page.
Why the RF Tube Matters
Every model in the series uses an RF metal laser tube rather than the glass DC tubes found in most hobby-grade CO₂ machines. An RF (radio frequency) tube excites the laser gas with a high-frequency electrical field, which allows much faster pulsing. That quick response is what makes very high engraving speeds practical, because the laser can switch on and off fast enough to keep pace with the motion system without smearing fine detail.
RF tubes also produce a finer beam and last considerably longer. AEON quotes a typical lifespan of around 20,000 hours, roughly twice that of a DC glass tube, and says the tubes can be refilled with gas for a second life cycle rather than replaced outright. For a business running its laser daily, that means fewer interruptions and more predictable running costs.
Speed, Precision and the Motion System
All three machines share the same core motion figures: a maximum engraving speed of 3000 mm/s, acceleration of up to 8G and a minimum text size of 2.5pt, and AEON says letters as small as 0.8 mm high are achievable. Acceleration matters as much as top speed on an engraver. On detailed raster jobs the head constantly changes direction, so faster acceleration is where real-world job times shrink.
Where the models differ is in how the motion is delivered. The 6X and 9X use synchronous belt drives on both axes. The MIRA X keeps a belt on the X-axis but switches to dual ball screws on the Y-axis, a drive system more commonly found in industrial machinery. A ball screw converts rotation into linear movement through a threaded shaft and recirculating bearings, giving greater rigidity and positional accuracy than a belt on a large gantry.
Focusing is handled by a touchless ultrasonic autofocus system on every model. Z-axis travel grows with each model, from 110 mm on the 6X to 170 mm on the 9X and 180 mm on the MIRA X, and all three can lift loads of up to 35 kg, which opens the door to thick blocks, jigs and heavy fixtures.
VisionFlow: Print-and-Cut and AI Batch Fill
VisionFlow, is a camera-based system that performs two distinct jobs. The first is mark-point cutting for print-and-cut work. VisionFlow detects registration marks on printed materials such as stickers, labels or printed card, and aligns the cutting path to the printed design automatically. That removes the manual alignment step that slows contour cutting and reduces wasted material.
The second is AI-powered feature matching for batch production. Place a set of identical blanks on the bed and the software recognizes each item, then positions the design on every one with a single click. For anyone producing personalized coasters, keyrings or phone cases in quantity, this can replace a slow routine of templates, jigs and manual nudging.
The hardware behind this is a multi-camera array. The MIRA 9X and MIRA X each carry two 13MP lid cameras plus a 5MP CCD camera in the laser head, while the MIRA 6X has a single lid camera and the CCD. The lid cameras provide a wide view for positioning the job and locating reference points, then hand off to the CCD camera, which identifies registration marks with much greater precision.
Built for Batch Production
Every model in the MIRA X Series has a four-side pass-through design, so long or oversized material can be fed through the front, rear or sides. The openings scale with each model: front and rear pass-through heights of 15 mm on the 6X, 40 mm on the 9X and 70 mm on the MIRA X, with side openings of 110 mm, 170 mm and 180 mm respectively.
The same design supports fixture feeding, and AEON has included a PLC-ready communication port so the machines can connect to programmable logic controllers, conveyors or robot arms. AEON has also designed a dual shuttle exchange table, which lets one tray be loaded while the other is processed. Together, these features give a small business a realistic route into semi-automated production without investing in a full industrial line.
For tumblers, bottles and other cylindrical items, the series has a rotary port that accepts third-party rotary attachments or AEON’s own multi-position tables. The HexaTurn, designed for the MIRA 9X and MIRA X, is a multi-position fixture platform that holds up to six tumblers or workpieces securely, so a whole batch can be loaded at once instead of re-fixturing every piece. The MIRA 6X has its own equivalent, the QuadTurn. Both are optional accessories if required.
Materials and the Optional Fiber Laser
As CO₂ lasers, all three MIRA X Series models handle the materials most makers work with every day, and supported materials include:
- Wood and plywood
- Acrylic and certain plastics
- Leather, fabric and rubber
- Paper and cardboard
- Glass and stone (surface engraving)
- Metal engraving and marking (MIRA 9X and MIRA X only, with the optional 50W fiber laser module)
Metal is the entry that needs a little more explanation. CO₂ lasers are poorly suited to marking bare metal, so the MIRA 9X and MIRA X can also be configured with an optional 50W fiber laser module for metal engraving and marking, turning either machine into a dual-source system; the module is not offered for the MIRA 6X. It is designed for engraving and marking rather than cutting metal, can mark across a large area, and the software switches between the two sources automatically. A useful option for users who regularly need metal engraving or marking alongside CO₂ processing.
Maintenance, Ventilation and Cooling
Laser optics need regular cleaning, and on many machines that means removing lenses and mirrors with tools and then realigning the beam path afterwards. The MIRA X Series uses a magnetic lens mount and tool-free optics, and AEON says the beam path does not need recalibrating after optics are cleaned or replaced. Cutting downtime for optics maintenance by up to 90%.
Ventilation comes from a dual-zone ventilation system paired with smart dual air assist that switches between high and low pressure. High pressure clears debris from the cut, while low pressure suits engraving, and AEON says the combination delivers faster cutting and char-free edges on thick materials. The MIRA X backs this with a 190W exhaust fan and 60W air pump, against 20W and 6W on the smaller models.
With regards cooling, the MIRA X relies on a compressor chiller to keep the tube stable through long production runs, and both the 9X and MIRA X include water-flow protection to safeguard the tube if coolant circulation is interrupted.
Software, Connectivity and Safety
Each machine is operated through a full-touch interface on the unit, with AEON’s own EZMaker software handling the vision, print-and-cut and AI batch fill features. RDWorks is also supported, and LightBurn compatibility is available as an option. The software runs on Windows and macOS and works with files from CorelDRAW, Illustrator and AutoCAD, including SVG, DXF, AI and PDF. Jobs can be sent over Wi-Fi, and red-light positioning allows quick visual alignment. AEON says a wireless camera function is still in development and that the machines are designed to take it as a later upgrade.
Every model is a Class 1 enclosed laser system. The enclosed Class 1 design incorporates lid interlocks and other safety features for normal operation with the enclosure closed: door-open protection cuts the laser if the lid is lifted, an electromagnetic lock secures the enclosure and a status light shows what the machine is doing at a glance. Standard ventilation, extraction and operating procedures still apply, as with any laser cutter. A knife blade worktable and a honeycomb worktable are included as standard, and all three machines run on 110V or 220V supplies.
The MIRA 6X and MIRA 9X also offer a personal touch: their side panels can be removed and replaced with custom designs, so owners can cut their own panels to match a brand or workspace.
Pricing and Early Bird Tiers
The campaign is live on Kickstarter with Super Early Bird pricing, which AEON says is up to 45% off its recommended retail price. The three tiers are:
- MIRA 6X: $4,756 for the 40W model with a 600 x 300 mm working area and air cooling.
- MIRA 9X: $6,986 for the 75W model with a 900 x 450 mm working area, dual lid cameras and water cooling.
- MIRA X: From $9,848 for the flagship with up to 150W, a 1000 x 600 mm working area, ball-screw Y-axis and chiller cooling.
Every machine comes with a two-year warranty covering the machine, electronics and major components including the laser tube; AEON describes it as US-based, so backers elsewhere should check how support is handled. The fiber module (MIRA 9X and MIRA X only), rotary tables and LightBurn are optional extras. Full pledge tiers, add-ons and estimated delivery dates are listed on the Kickstarter campaign page.
Which Model Makes Sense?
For hobbyists stepping up from a diode or glass-tube machine, and for Etsy sellers producing personalized gifts, jewelry or leather goods, the MIRA 6X delivers the RF tube, VisionFlow and 3000 mm/s motion. The MIRA 9X is the middle ground for studios that regularly handle larger sheets, signage or higher-volume batches and want more cutting power. The MIRA X is aimed at small manufacturers for whom throughput is the priority; with up to 150W, the largest bed, ball-screw drive and PLC-ready automation, it is a production tool that needs a dedicated space.
About AEON Laser
AEON Laser was founded in Suzhou, China, in 2017 to address what it saw as a shortage of high-quality yet affordable laser engraving and cutting equipment. The company is known for its all-in-one Mira and NOVA series, exports to more than 150 countries and holds EU CE and US FDA certification. AEON puts a strong emphasis on industrial design, aiming for quiet, well-finished machines that look at home in a studio. The MIRA X Series takes the Mira line into higher-power RF territory.
For a complete list of available pledges, stretch goals, extra media and technical specifications for the MIRA X Series, head over to the official MIRA X Series crowdfunding campaign page using the link below.
Source : Kickstarter
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