How to Pay Off Your Laser (engraving tumblers with the xTool D1)

[@brittanyanderson3777]

Okay I love that you show your failed attempts too. That's so real of you. Came across your page to learn while I wait for my D1 to get here. You're great!

[@dreamkiss4u]

just a tip, you can just use tumbler or anything you will try new that you have not experienced with and make a diagram with lots of squares each one with a different setting so that in one tumbler you have all the settings on it so which ever you like the best with the most detail on that setting you just use that setting for all the rest so you wont have to waste lots of tumblers for no reason....learned that from an actual laser engraver guy on his youtube page ;-)

[@BuildDadBuild]

Thanks for the tip! Cheers

[@buzmil]

Figured this out on my own after wrecking a few of em lol

[@josephKEOarthur]

Blue tape and low burn settings are your friend for prototyping.

[@dreamkiss4u]

@josephKEOarthur problem with blue tape is that you will never get a real sense of what it will really look like if you trying to burn something on a different material because other materials don't burn the same so it's best to do a sample of every power setting in the can't type of material your going to be doing it on.

[@flowroll777]

Found your channel after buying my xTool D1, I haven't even fired it up yet, but I'm watching a lot of your content now. Thanks man!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Welcome aboard!

[@dakodajbraswell]

I got one of these and have paid this off so easily by doing things for nurses, friends, and family. A great way of passive income that I can do whenever.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Exactly! And congrats on paying it off!!

[@kandiecandelaria3134]

Just got the D1 am excited don’t know what I want to make first! Thanks for sharing!

[@533lpunit]

Would have loved to see how you set up the design on the program for the second tumbler

[@junedorning1711]

I really enjoy watching this video as I am considering getting a laser I am learning all I can before purchasing one

[@BuildDadBuild]

Cheers! Let me know if you have any questions.

[@TimHoundDog]

New to this and just ordered my P2 laser. Thanks

[@rtml_aerial]

Foaming citrus cleaner and a rag works amazing getting the soot off. The magic erasers can remove parts of the remaining powder coat depending on the quality.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Good to know!

[@rtml_aerial]

@@BuildDadBuild I fought forever with cleaning the residue off lasered metal, and this worked the best

[@axeldejesus2060]

Hello NIck. Thanks for your videos, I really enjoy them and find them very informative and of course funny. I have a question for you please. Which machine (s) do you recommend for cutting puzzles? Thanks

[@axeldejesus2060]

I also sent you an email. Thanks

[@joyceroberts2006]

Loved your final tumbler. Now can you do a white based tumbler,,, and, engrave a mug as well, please?

[@amerienglish9635]

Great video! What were the settings for a successful run?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Ther coated metal settings in Laserbox

[@amerienglish9635]

@@BuildDadBuild Thx, would really appreciate if you can make a video on engravong a glass plate. The one which is easy to be found in Dollar Store.

[@ziadabololo9894]

Are you hsve more video for coumputer instraction how we work at xtool d1 i have but didnt know how to work it on computer and the speed all for begining on the machine

[@josephKEOarthur]

BOWLING PINS (commemorative) and BOWLING Balls are my best sellers (but some how lowest profit range) any suggestions?

[@josephKEOarthur]

- I have a Laguna and the Pi Burn rotary.. (with the jaw chuck)

[@BuildDadBuild]

Raise your prices!

[@JORGINHODONASCIMENTO]

great video, i am looking for an awesome feel and look to my tumblers, therefore i want depth in the actual laser engraved materials, not just etching or marking. Would you give me some advice regarding settings so i can achieve my goal. I don't want my products to look as if someone used a sharp object to draw on them but actual layers of both areas. thank you

[@skebo413]

Dig your videos! I am very new to engraving and your videos have been a great help. I have been trying all day trying to engrave tumblers and failed. I use all the settings suggested and get that shiny stainless steel to come through. Always dark. Just bought the Xtool D1 Pro with the RA2 Pro. Any words of wisdom for this sub-noob. Thanks.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Run a speed and power grid for best settings.

[@jerkythebeef8653]

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Keep them coming.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Sure thing, brother! Cheers

[@nigeljukes9824]

Great video...just got the m1 10 w and mark 1 rotary...will this method work with my machine? Keep up the good work

[@BuildDadBuild]

It should, yes.

[@icoblue]

A much easier method of alignment (assuming you move that laser from time to time) would be to measure distances from that convenient targeting dot on your stepper motor to the center of the rotary axis and end of the tumbler and either creating a fixture in your software (if software supports fixturing) or simply aligning the base of the rotary with a square to the laser frame and moving the known distance from the targeting dot to engraving zero. The machine is capable of both measuring and setting exact distances. There is no reason to eyeball it. My two cents. :)

[@chrisr3545]

Great channel, have learned alot. Newbie here…is it possible to “curve” texts in laserbox basic and/or xtool creative space? Thank you in advance

[@BuildDadBuild]

I don’t think so.

[@michellefreeman4771]

How do I eliminate banding?? My image may be perfect and then I have 3 lines of banding on the side of it

[@BuildDadBuild]

There are several issues that cause banding. 1 - loose belts 2 - the cup is slipping on the rotary 3 - poor image quality 4 - bad g-code

[@xpoxydesignz5003]

Really grateful for the videos and humor along the way. Here my idea maybe try a AR Mag?

[@BuildDadBuild]

If you've gotta spare one you want to send me...

[@jwar2163]

Thanks for the information. I want to purchase a laser engraver, but there is so much information out there it is making that decision difficult to make. Like do I purchase a CNC that is laser capable? Or do I just purchase a laser engraver. Then there is software I like Lightburn and some of these machines don't work with it. Then there is the different wattage lasers. I want a Rotary unit, a laser unit that Lightburn works with and can be upgraded.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Glad it was helpful!

[@meaganvilar7784]

Thank you for your video. I am new to this and trying to make a tumbler. The right hand of my screen does not have all those options. Any idea on how to get them? I only have power, speed and number of passes.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Click on your image to get the additional menu items

[@meaganvilar7784]

@@BuildDadBuild Thank you. I am specifically looking for image mode and even when I click on the image I am not getting that option.

[@forrestgumpv9049]

I have a XTOOL D1 10 WATT LASER. It will mark Stainless Steel very good with CRC Dry Graphite Lube for $12.0 a can. I spray 3 light coats, let dry between coats. ONE PASS, Laser power at 100 % and speed at 300 mm/minute. WORKS GREAT !! CHEAP TOO.

[@marvincarpenter9463]

I have the D1 Pro, i'm having problems with it not burning through the covering on the tumblers, I have to have it on the highest setting and slowest speed to get a ok finish. Are you using the blue diode laser head or the IR head? Thanks for any help!!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Blue diode.

[@Xsoffroading]

Thanks for the video you inspired me to use a laser to do a business question I’m looking for a laser to do tumblers and. Imputed any ideas.

[@BuildDadBuild]

The xTool has one of the best rotaries for a diode laser. The RA2 www.xtool.com/products/xtool-ra2-pro-for-d1-with-risers?ref=RyzFeVwU5QGEQ& Cheers!

[@snowvix]

I don't have one yet but can you laser guides on the plywood workspace for lining up your rotary?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Yes. Buster Beagle just did a video on this! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJvYo3Wkabp6kMk Cheers

[@elmknights1]

Will this 5 or 10 watt penetrate a Yeti Tumbler Other videos are recommending the 75 Watt

[@BuildDadBuild]

You can do it with the 10W. Not sure about the 5.

[@robertaigner3644]

Hi quick question if you might have an answer I noticed on your cups you chose “cylinder working” on laser box basic but it’s not coming up on mine. Any idea why mines different? Thank you 🙏🏻

[@BuildDadBuild]

The latest update changed that setting (is my understanding). I haven't had a chance to do the update yet. Cheers

[@ervacowden6034]

I ordered my D1 waiting for it to come in can you recommend videos of where to start and how to start ? I purchased my D1 to do tumblers and leather patches mostly is what I wanna do

[@BuildDadBuild]

Sure thing. Check out this playlist! kzbin.info/aero/PL0W-uMVelvoOq-0Q_jKNhqKASrfD85Eo_ Cheers

[@aztejanita]

What was your laser box settings before engraving?

[@BuildDadBuild]

www.xtool.com/pages/material-settings

[@toddnorgan4041]

Question about lazering leather for hats or Keychains

[@American.Divergent]

What speeds,dpi,and power did you cut that at and how long did it take?

[@DaveIngle1]

Quick question and not a poke the bear comment but, the last image is definitely not the first image. So, was it more of a poor image selection and not a settings issue? Really want to know how critical image selection is. Thanks!!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Poor image selection. I thought I could get better grey tones, but with the coated tumblers it seems like black and white are much easier to reproduce. Cheers

[@keithleeth9768]

Is there a way to do a spiral image on the rotary. Like let’s say barb wire starting at the top, spiraling all the way around to the bottom???

[@BuildDadBuild]

I would think so. You'd need to run some tests, but if the image was at an angle and long enough I think it would work.

[@keithleeth9768]

@@BuildDadBuild Ok thanks. That I have not tried. I’ll play with that today and see what I come up with. Thanks again. Love your channel

[@keithleeth9768]

That worked!!!! Thanks

[@BuildDadBuild]

@@keithleeth9768 Sweet!

[@RRGreiner]

Your enthusiasm has caused me to purchase this product XD. I also subscribed, awesome content!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Thanks Homie! Welcome Cheers

[@mpcaz]

I just bought a D1 with the Tumbler attachement and the Air Assist. Now I need to Justify the purchase!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Get to work, brother! Cheers

[@karenriley8529]

Awesome was the final results. Now talk us through step by step how you got there. I want you to know, we also Appreciate the screw-ups. It helps us greet the fears/challenges. Thanks a trillion 💜💗

[@brandondixon4457]

YA WHAT SETTING GOT TO THAT RESULT?

[@AustenBrandon]

mine always ends up very gray in the engraved part... im at 100% power70mm/s. what am i doing wrong

[@ChevyMalibu69]

I love the channel and the personality, the presence so to speak. Anyhow, got to show light burn man laserbox is childs play, show settings, speeds, powers, different power lasers, 5, 10, 20 so on, I see the result, but how did you get there?!

[@MegaDwsmith]

That last one came out Mint!! I've had the same thing doing slate black and white always comes out better than an image. I got some cheap mirror from Lowes I'm gonna try burning this week you should do a video on burning mirrors

[@BuildDadBuild]

I'll get there eventually, I'm sure. LOL Cheers

[@SerenaHaga]

Freaking awesome! So what were the final settings on that awesome ying-yang tumbler? Still 100% power with 70 mm/s?

[@BuildDadBuild]

It was whatever the settings are for painted metal.

[@gandikha]

My friend thank you for this video, is that engraver 10w or 5W o want to buy it only for tumblers Again thank you

[@BuildDadBuild]

That unit is a 10w. Cheers!

[@garybutler57]

How do you know power to use when doing tumblers

[@BuildDadBuild]

run a test grid

[@saltwaterforlife5601]

Hey I’m just wondering how much faster in real world time you would say that a 10 watt laser is faster then a 5 watt. For example let’s say one 2”x2” logo. What would be the times for both?

[@BuildDadBuild]

The 10W is about x1.5. The 20W is easily twice as fast as the 10, if not faster.

[@saltwaterforlife5601]

Thank you so much, love the channel, keep up the awesome work!!

[@saltwaterforlife5601]

I’m not sure if you will see this, but yeah I ordered a 5 watt because of a great deal and the smaller compression spot. If that’s what it’s called haha, but yeah i didn’t do a lot of research, and wondering if the 5 watt will be too slow for a business just starting. I have no clients or orders if that helps, but I would love your opinion:)

[@BuildDadBuild]

@@saltwaterforlife5601 it’ll get you where you want to go. But eventually you’ll want to get something more powerful.

[@steveh3690]

Ive got an ATOMSTACK S10 pro, using LaserGRBL and getting poor results on painted tumblers and glass.. Any tips? Going to try Lightburn.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Email me pix of your issues. [e-mail]

[@steveh3690]

Still learning, but figured out my problem, thanks anyway. Had the speed too high haha. Found that I'm not a fan of Lightburn too.

[@nativejay7483]

Hello. I saw a color tiles video. W 3 colors. But, you just did a tumbler. Could you do it on a tumbler then clear coat it?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Sure! Cheers

[@franklopez406]

Great video, very informative, quick question maybe I missed on the video but what were the settings for the final awesome graphic... Great job. New follower

[@BuildDadBuild]

The settings were the Laserbox's preset for coated metal. Cheers!

[@franklopez406]

@@BuildDadBuild thanks for the response

[@sherryminton4505]

Can this laser be used in a side room in the house? Interested for expanding my business. I use a side bedroom/craft room for all my projects.

[@BuildDadBuild]

I’d look into something enclosed like the xTool S1

[@stuartellington5215]

I'm very interested in starting a side hustle with engraving and learning how to do it. I'm guessing painting with rattle can black and retesting would be out because it is a different coating and would produce different results?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Correct

[@MyBigThing2010]

Tip: go to your local salvation army or goodwill (also yard sales) and buy all the used ones you can find for testing purposes. Also you don't need to test the entire image...a 10mm sliver of the image will be enough for you to tell what's happening..... meaning you can easily use one used tumbler for 15-20+++ test prints!

[@Mostaism]

Quick question big fulla, have you ever etched onto polished stone? Like a kitchen bench top or something like that.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Yes. Works great.

[@Mostaism]

@@BuildDadBuild I hope Xtool sponsor you mate, because you just sold one for them

[@RandallMueller-v6r]

Enjoy your videos. How do you price your tumblers? What all do you figure into the price?

[@BuildDadBuild]

A lot of things figure in. I don’t do tumblers on the regular so I charge more per when they order fewer tumblers. Also account for price of the tumbler, shipping and laser time.

[@scottchalmers3033]

Love your channel and found a lot of good tips. I’m just having a heck of a time with tumblers. Can’t get one to stay shine or be detailed without visible lines…have changed a ton of sittings and tried gradient grid but no luck.

[@jakey1192]

What power and speed did u use I've been having this problem 😂

[@mikekrajnak]

1st off love your videos . Was wondering If you've done any on cutting and engraving thin cork board with the xtool d1 10 watt ?

[@BuildDadBuild]

I haven't really worked with cork at all. However, I've heard it sells well. Cheers

[@derricksteele2379]

Love your videos. Just bought DI Pro with RA2 Pro Rotary and Air Assist and can't wait to get it in the mail and start rocking. Where did you get the dragon file black and white for the tumbler? It is dope.

[@BuildDadBuild]

I just googled “tribal dragon” LOL but email me and I’ll see if I still have the file. [e-mail]

[@SixTHSUN63]

Love your channel, been super inspirational, and I'm looking to make an XTOOL purchase now. However, BEFORE I BUY, can I ask you if there is anything done in these videos, with a 10W machine, that could not be accomplished with a 5W Pro? I know you say tumblers wouldn't be a problem inthis video, but I'm wondering if there is anything else that may be?

[@BuildDadBuild]

You're sacrificing speed and cutting power

[@SixTHSUN63]

@@BuildDadBuild First off, thank you for getting back so fast. I’ve asked questions of gaming youtubers, movie youtubers and more, and if anyone answered, they’ve never gotten back so fast. I REALLY appreciate it! As for your answer, I just wanted to know if that was all. I think I’ve done good research, I’ve seen that speed and cutting power will be affected, but considering how good the XTOOL seems to be, I was wondering if that would be all, and whether the 5W would still “pretty much” accomplish what a 10W could, albeit a bit slower. I recently had a job where I laser engraved weapons parts for the military. I never used a laser before that gig, but in my spare time, I learned how to use the machine on my own for a few personal projects (metal business cards, tumblers, etc). So I figure it’s a skill I can learn to do at home, and I was looking for a good starter machine to do it. The machine I used at work was 100k+, but for what I’m trying to do, I feel like your videos have proved, the XTOOL can do it on a smaller scale. So again, thank you for getting back and the information! I will be looking into your patreon🙏

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Great Video! Awesome Final Tumbler, TomorrowNick!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Thanks guys! And great to meet you! Cheers

[@joshjohnson4858]

I'm currently looking into getting a xtool d1 pro what kinda of computer would be good for running light burn and other software for the laser ? Thanks in advance

[@BuildDadBuild]

You don’t really need big stats on a computer. I bought a refurbished lappy from new egg. Just don’t get a Chromebook

[@joshjohnson4858]

@@BuildDadBuild thanks for the reply 👍

[@reubenrosofsky4791]

excellent video just found your channel looking to get into laser engraving. i see you have two laser machines which one do you like best and why?

[@BuildDadBuild]

XTool D1 10w. Modular design, easy set up. 10w power. User friendly. Cheers

[@brenthoughton5737]

Hey brother I’m getting lines after my engraving of the tumbler and IdK why!! Do you know why?? It’s vertical lines past the image!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Usually means you need to update the firmware.

[@mariewood8267]

I absolutely love your videos and your sense of humor is so awesome! Keep it coming!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Thank you!

[@garthlemere3245]

I am using the D1 to engrave tumblers and the engrave time says, for example, 35 minutes at 50 speed setting. But the actual time is almost 4-5 hours! I don't know what I am doing wrong. Please help! I'm new to this and I'm guessing it's a simple fix. I've also worked in Lightburn but the dimensions don't come out right, (big sigh with frustration). Thanks in advance.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Not sure. It might be the type of file. If you have a bunch of white space around your image the laser tracks that ...

[@jilliannowik2622]

Where can I find the one your using? Im just starting out and need some help picking!! Thanks so much

[@BuildDadBuild]

What are you referring to?

[@jilliannowik2622]

@@BuildDadBuild the laser your using. I had a friend have me look you up so I'm clueless as to where to start.

[@chavodl008]

That looks awesome!! If you don’t mind me asking what are your settings on this? I hear you have to spray this with something before engraving tumblers or anything metalish? Salud man! 🍻

[@chavodl008]

Subscribed!

[@BuildDadBuild]

In this video I think I just used the coated metal settings. And I've never sprayed anything on a coated tumbler before I've engraved it. Cheers!

[@patrickjames3954]

Hey BDB - what are the rules for mirroring the output and not? I am using the XTool software

[@BuildDadBuild]

You shouldn't need to mirror anything. If you're tumbler engraves are backwards usually that means the rotary is in backwards.

[@patrickjames3954]

@@BuildDadBuild interesting. On the rollers I have to mirror and on the Chucks I do not. I have the motor in the same position either way, and after watching your videos (BTW I love THEM!!!!) I did not reverse the platform for weight. Thank you for replying!!!!! PJJ

[@ZackBasson]

no idea how your soot comes off that easy, holy cow.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Magic eraser for the win! Cheers!!

[@victorgreen9123]

What power and speed did you have the final burn on? Loving your content as well

[@BuildDadBuild]

Thanks Victor! 50% Power 30 mm/s Cheers

[@samanthacrowther4028]

@@BuildDadBuild what would it be for the 5w please

[@natashaorta9861]

Hi good afternoon I purchased a Xtool D1 machine but when I engrave cups the picture never comes out. It only engraves a line. I save the pictures under jpeg, png or take a screenshot but they still come out like this. I set up my machine correctly because I can engrave on a flat surface it’s just when I try to do cups it comes out like that

[@BuildDadBuild]

Are you switching to rotary on your preview screen? Cheers

[@natashaorta9861]

@@BuildDadBuild My rotary was vertical and I didn’t turn it horizontally. Thank you for the reply!

[@thomasadams5671]

I do this for a living right now. You have to do black and white images. The coating is either on or off. No gray scale.

[@colwebbsfmc]

So, will this laser cut the nametag acrylic material? Like, the material with a surface color that is black or white underneath that you'd slap a magnet on the back of and make a nametag?

[@BuildDadBuild]

You can cut acrylic with this laser. I don't do it much. And there are some things to look out for. Check out this article for more info: www.weetect.com/laser-cutting-acrylic/ Cheers

[@Hobbist-Fishing-Gardening]

Hello, I like to know with the 10w D1 xtool can it cut aluminum, Stainless steel, and wood? Thank you, looking to make key chains. Thank you Dean

[@BuildDadBuild]

Nothing short of a powerful fiber laser can CUT metal. Cheers!

[@mariewood8267]

How do you keep that cylinder from moving? Is it weighted down?

[@BuildDadBuild]

You can use a beanbag or bag of rice to give additional weight

[@Chris-qz1nw]

i got a xtool d1 pro i got a laptop but it did not work what do you use

[@tylermoore6667]

new to the XTool D1 and Also the Build Dad Build channel. I have a 5W version just purchased and learning on. Do you happen to have any good settings you would run for what seems some more thick powder coat? I have some mugs I am working on and the results vary between not able to remove the black residue or by over powering it distorts the image.

[@BuildDadBuild]

If the coated metal setting isn't working slow it down for better results. Are you cleaning the tumbler afterwards? Mine always look a little smokey before I clean them up. And check out this video to help with distortion. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJvPpmtql6p4jNE Cheers!

[@GaryPetty]

When you do the Tumblers do you seal them with anything and if so could I have the link

[@BuildDadBuild]

I do not seal them.

[@lisascreationsla]

Great video! I'm learning so much from you as a newbie. How could you make the silver park under the black coating gold or a different color?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Mask the whole thing. Run your engrave and then spray it a different color.

[@Maroon-red-69]

how long does it typically take to do I have it set up and its taking almost an hour. speed is 70mm/sec and power 100% and its not shiny after its almost burnt looking

[@BuildDadBuild]

That one took about 30-40 minutes. Cheers

[@pacoesquivel43]

One question, what laser is it? I bought the xtool d1 5w but it doesn't graver the tumblers correctly. I have to pass a sponge with which the dishes are washed to clean where the laser passes. The problem is that the tumbler is scraped all over that part.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Its the 10w D1

[@pacoesquivel43]

@@BuildDadBuild I already bought the tumblers from your link and they work perfectly with the 5w laser I guess the others don't work because of the slightly thicker material

[@courtneylussier726]

I've been having issues with burning of the stainless steel on the cup as well as striations on the cup from the laser. My guess is I'm struggling to find the ideal settings, do you have any suggestions?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Run a power and speed grid on one of the "mistake" tumblers and pull your settings from that. Cheers

[@bournefree]

Does everything you need come with the xtool pro or do you need to buy accessories to use

[@BuildDadBuild]

You can use it out of the box.

[@bournefree]

@@BuildDadBuild awesome thx... great videos

[@markhaynes7976]

Hey sir, do you have any trouble with designs on conical / tapered objects? Drinking glasses and tumblers? I am going to upgrade to the D1 but my laser is stationary and I think that may be why it distorts the image. Thanks in advance!

[@BuildDadBuild]

It’s probably slipping on the rollers.

[@markhaynes7976]

@@BuildDadBuild Thank you! I thought that too, so I used rubber bands but it still did it. There is a math equation that seems to help with the tapered stuff but I watched your videos and you never had any problem. If I do straight walled tumblers its fine. I thought it may be because my laser head doesn't move like the D1 does. Again, thanks for the help!

[@bradirvin3932]

Great videos. Have you used the rotary tool to engrave a tapered tumbler or glass and if so how to keep them from wobbling in rotary tool.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Just did a video on that! LOL kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXXIYaaNbKinfaM Cheers

[@bradirvin3932]

@@BuildDadBuild thanks for the video.

[@edmelzark1069]

WHAT WERE YOUR FINAL SETTINGS PLEASE. THANK YOU, ED

[@BuildDadBuild]

I used the coated metal settings in Laserbox Basic. 50% power, 33 mm/s Cheers

[@edmelzark1069]

@@BuildDadBuild AGAIN, THANK YOU FOR THE COME BACK !!!

[@austindavis3030]

When I go from Inkscape to laser box I sometimes get just an outline, how can I fix this?

[@BuildDadBuild]

I don’t know anything about Inkscape. Sounds like it needs a fill color.

[@mlarsen77]

ive watched several of your xtool D1 videos and im trying to find the one where you made a change to rapid movements to slow them down a little because it was causing your tumbler to slide past the position. Im unable to find it. Where was that setting? and was it lightburn? still searching. love your content. keep it up!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Thanks brother. That setting was in Laserbox Basic.

[@MrChamz99]

Any idea why I keep very light lines of the paint left over. With bigger designs I can hit it with some fine fine steel wool.

[@BuildDadBuild]

Sounds like you may have a loose belt, or the rotary is either not set to the right width or is slipping for some reason. If you lower your speed, does it go away?

[@MrChamz99]

@Build Dad Build I will dou le check the belts and I will lower the speed to see what is the results. I will get back you. Thanks for responding.

[@MrChamz99]

@Build Dad Build I went through everything and it seems like your recommendation of the speed really helped. I appreciate your help.

[@alexrobles7744]

gave up on the other dragon tumbler? Great results and showing us the fails also

[@twistedmetal1806]

Can you please share your settings?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Just the coated metal settings in Laserbox Basic.

[@edmelzark1069]

Just need a review are you still using 50% power @33m\s Thanks again Ed with a 10 watt Pro X Tool

[@BuildDadBuild]

Coated metal settings in Laserbox Basic.

[@edmelzark1069]

@@BuildDadBuild Thank you

[@The_Dirt_Merchant]

how long did it take for the laser to etch the final result? I am looking at buying one and this is a great help, but I am curious as to time/tumbler ratio

[@BuildDadBuild]

About 35-45 minutes. In my testing the 20watt unit can engrave faster. But I haven’t tried it with the rotary yet.

[@The_Dirt_Merchant]

@@BuildDadBuild that's not bad at all! I know the dialogue lasers especially a 10w, isn't everybody's dream per se, but I'm really liking this machine. Of course I wanted to go with something like a gloforge, but who can afford something like that as an entry level?! I appreciate your response, as well as your videos. I'm going to get to ordering and start designing!

[@55shd]

I'm looking at one of these to laser engrave firearms. Will this machine work for this purpose?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Yes and no. It will mark some metals, more with some sort of transfer agent. But if you really want to engrave metal, you're looking at a fiber laser. Cheers

[@55shd]

@@BuildDadBuild maybe I'm wording this wrong. I'm looking to etch more than engrave. Mostly on aluminum frames that's painted on a lower AR rifle and Glock upper slides also with factory paint.

[@BuildDadBuild]

​@@55shd If you want to etch the paint off, this would work perfect. Cheers​

[@osiliso4319]

Lol Was that Stand By Me by Ben E King? that you were thinking of at the end?

[@jeffguindon3035]

Just wanted to say I love your work and you make these video's interesting and informative. I have a laser master 3 and was wondering I am engraving a name brand tumbler and the black residue is hard to come off. I have tried your method but still leaves lots of soot! It almost feels like the powder coating is burned into the stainless. Should I be slowing down the laser or reducing the power. I run it at 1000 mmm @100%. when I do the Amazon cheaper brands I use 2000 mmm @ 85% power and works great! Just wanted your input to see what you think! Thanks in advance! Love the channel!

[@BuildDadBuild]

You’d have to run a power and speed grid to be sure. It could be possible you’re not burning Al the way through the powder coat.

[@jeffguindon3035]

@@BuildDadBuild Do you know where I can find a burn grid? Thanks again for the quick reply! I slowed down by half and I got better results for sure! Do you think that cold could be a factor as well? I am using the laser in my garage and it can get a bit chilly, I do run a heater in there when it gets really cold in these northern winters! Again much appreciated I always look forward to your new vids they really do help!

[@papasworkshop2165]

New subscriber here! Just got mine working, needed a new motherboard. Thanks for the awesome videos. Keep'em coming!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Will do! Cheers

[@justinmunoz3572]

Hey. Awesome video. Been wanting to get into the laser business but I’m just having a hard time find the right one. Which one do you have ?

[@BuildDadBuild]

I have several. LOL. The one in this video is the xTool D1 (I'm pretty sure the link is in the bio). But if you have more specific questions, don't hesitate to email me. [e-mail] Cheers

[@jf6720]

Very cool! What if you have a tapered tumbler that get larger towards the top?

[@BuildDadBuild]

I haven't done them yet, but I've seen folks put a wedge under one end of the rotary tool to level the engraving surface. Cheers

[@luisecar1]

you could use a roll of blue tape

[@marktilley3248]

What type and brand of laser are you using?

[@daimyo2k]

Hi BDB! Thanks for the vid... great stuff! Question, can the xTool D1 engrave on a convex surface? If not, do you know what laser does?

[@BuildDadBuild]

Depends on how convex. Slight curvature you can split the difference with the focus (like on a flask). But without a jig of some sort for more convex surfaces I think you'd run into a focusing problem. Cheers

[@daimyo2k]

@@BuildDadBuild Hey BDB, thanks for the reply! There is about .25" difference on the diam., so .125 of the rad., split would be .0625. Do you think that would be safe from any distortion??