F1 ultra first impressions

[@jf6720]

Why do you have jigs for everything if it has a camera? (Sorry if stupid question but I am new to all this!)

[@TheClackShack]

Cameras are not 100% accurate and I am OCD. Also, when batching, placing items is much faster.

[@soopajoseph]

Did you happen to have any issues with the protective shield not closing properly?

[@TheClackShack]

I haven't.

[@Northalabamasmoke]

Thanks Dave, been looking at this machine and cant wait for more info as i belive this is gonna be my next work horse

[@TheClackShack]

Cool

[@bighart8653]

Love your content...watching video headed to craft event in Vincent, al...looking at getting f1 ultra soon

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks, maybe you will sell out or get lots of orders.. Good luck

[@kevinrich4637]

Thank you for this video. Also of good information. I will be watching it again at some point before get mine. I like the WiFi feature to send files to it. Have you noticed any additional odors than the F1? Thank you for going through the calibration process. Thank for doing this! I would love to see the embossing.

[@TheClackShack]

My exhaust setup has a 4 inch assist fan near the exit, it doesn’t allow any smoke to escape

[@peteraziz5521]

Great informal video! I was looking forward to it. The Ultra seems like a great machine with a lot of added great capabilities. My only concern is the build structure of the machine as I am OCD about this kinda thing 😅

[@TheClackShack]

The base is all metal and so far, pretty sturdy. They did away with the removable floor plate, likely to add rigidity.

[@nathanwolf5547]

I’ve been waiting for your take on the F1 Ultra. The only opinion that matters. 😉I have the F1 but I’m waiting for the ultra to arrive.

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks.. So far, it has its place.

[@georgeheleine5209]

I'm Curious if the IR/Fiber will engrave/mark cast iron?

[@TheClackShack]

It should..

[@loribrooks6736]

This is helpful Clack! Thank you. One question…I see your smoke outlet tubing from the Lasermatik and the F1 in the background but wonder where they ultimately connect to? I think that area in your shack is a fair distance from outside so I don’t think you’re venting it outside. Would you mind showing us your smoke extraction set up for those? Thank you in advance sir!!!

[@TheClackShack]

The back wall is about 6 feet away.

[@loribrooks6736]

Geeez! Sorry for the double post…phat fingers on a little phone! 😮

[@nathanwolf5547]

I can run either from my EV but, like you, intend taking the F1 to shows and leave the ultra at home.

[@TheClackShack]

Yea, it is a bit more than I want to be moving around.

[@loribrooks6736]

This is helpful Clack! Thank you. One question…I see your smoke outlet tubing from the Lasermatik and the F1 in the background but wonder where they ultimately connect to? I think that area in your shack is a fair distance from outside so I don’t think you’re venting it outside. Would you mind showing us your smoke extraction set up for those? Thank you in advance sir!!!

[@TheClackShack]

The hose that runs over my shoulder goes out the back. I have a 4 inch assist fan right near the exit. You can see the hose when I am at the PC, I also used it for testing the F1 ultra.

[@loribrooks6736]

Excellent! Thank you again!

[@MrAtoulmin]

I’ve noticed on this video and the Roly laser matic you’re not wearing eye protection. Is the cover enough when closed properly? I’ve read you should still wear glasses.

[@darkforestmade]

Not needed in verified enclosures

[@TheClackShack]

These machines are built with windows that act as goggles. It isn’t a bad idea just in case but I don’t.

[@Sekhmet131]

How would you adjust it if the auto measure doesn't show zero with no material on the bed? Mine keeps coming up 0.4.

[@TheClackShack]

Run the calibration on the "fiber IR and blue light laser calibration" it may be because they need an offset to correctly calculate. You will need one of the small scrap papers or similar.

[@Sekhmet131]

Ya, I already tried that. Didn’t resolve the problem. 🤷‍♀️

[@TheClackShack]

@@Sekhmet131 not sure. I didn’t have that issue. This is all I found about it. Make sure to shut the cover, I have seen some variations with too much light support.xtool.com/article/1312?from=xTool+F1+Ultra&url=/product/33

[@brentshepard3925]

You said $4K machine and I said I’m out! LoL

[@TheClackShack]

They aren't cheap

[@usafdummy]

I'd like to find out or see if anyone use acrylic on it?

[@TheClackShack]

Maybe soon

[@schooner2000]

Great overview and testing.

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks

[@jf6720]

Do you need a computer at all (set-up) or can you run everything from wifi?

[@TheClackShack]

Must set up the wifi using usb.

[@jf6720]

@@TheClackShack So you only need a computer for installation? Thanks.

[@TheClackShack]

@@jf6720 You have to connect with USB to set up the wifi. You can use a PC or possibly the app to run it over the wifi.

[@rontaylor6673]

With the 1064 Fiber will it cut clear acrylic?

[@TheClackShack]

No, that is a job for a CO2

[@bryangroves]

I've seen it advertised that it can make 3D embossings. I'd love to see how realistic it actually is to do a job like that

[@TheClackShack]

Trying it out. We will see..

[@jimc31]

Will you be making a jig kit? Not just the adapter? You could double the objects on the plate.

[@TheClackShack]

As time permits. Been busy. The RA2 jig is already made, I had to have it.

[@budgetmerch]

Excellent! I recently bought the F1 and I was experimenting - I had since convinced myself (because I am interested in making jewellery) that I would need to step up to the Ultra. However, although the Ultra is a capable machine, I think a 100 watt Mopa would suit me better. I more want to experiment than just grab a blank and engrave it, to see what I can do, so it would be a mistake to set my sights on the Ultra. I love my F1 and have a ton of uses for it, and love the portability for events and such, but the Ultra clearly isn't the upgrade I need. I didn't even know what Mopa is so thanks for highlighting that I can spend less and get much more machine, for what I plan to do. Helpful details here in this video.

[@TheClackShack]

Jewelry can be done with the 20 watt fiber. I have done gold lockets with my other machine.

[@budgetmerch]

@@TheClackShack I wasn't expecting the type of machine and power I will want/need to cost less that ten grand (because I wasn't sure what to search for) but after looking at several 100 watt Mopa units for under £5K, since seeing your video, I know where to set my budget. Maybe 20 watt will cover many bases, but 100 watt will cover ALL of mine. I was assuming that I could only ever cover some of them without huge expense! More research to do, of course.

[@victorsimerson1095]

Can you get white on cards with diode

[@TheClackShack]

I haven’t been able to get white like I can with the IR. Not saying it isn’t possible. Maybe with the perfect settings.