Laser Cut Maps for Beginners [xTool D1 Pro]

I just got the xTool D1 Pro and decided that, for my first project, I was going to tackle a laser engraved map. It was a bit of a learning curve but I think it turned out great and in this video I go over all the details on how to create the map files as well as editing in xTool Creative space, cutting, engraving and assembly.
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[@rkerby6375]

Great project! Well done!

[@olafb.2929]

Wonderful map!

[@et175]

Loved this! I cant wait to try it out on mine thank you for walking through the map making portion is was incredibly helpful

[@rogueengineer]

No problem! Glad you liked it!

[@ShyneflowLC]

Turned out so good !!

[@rogueengineer]

Thank you!

[@olafb.2929]

The epoxy in the end makesit really special

[@yigituslu3882]

good tutorial ,thanks bro

[@laurasautographs]

Good tutorial. Do you know how to do those 3d football stadiums with layers? I'm trying to figure out that part

[@therelaxingwoodshop7495]

Looks awesome, great talking point

[@rogueengineer]

Thanks!

[@ShortysCreativeCorner]

Just a thought but if you select the roads layer by CTRL clicking the layer icon you can then expand the selection 5 ot 10 pixels and then select the water layer and just delete. Does that make sense. I think that would have made your job easier. Great video too. Thanks

[@ememeable]

love it

[@SunePedersen88]

Is that ventilator blowing at the cutter or sucking air away from it? Do you find it suffcient or how do you cope with the smoke generated?

[@tomtimmons2228]

Great tutorial. Can this be done on a charcuterie board with a deep engrave rather than a total cut? Thanks.

[@rogueengineer]

I would think so but it would take a really long time.

[@JSP_Designs]

I am looking to get a laser engraver, have always thought these maps were very cool so started watching this video but never imagined it is New Smyrna Beach, this is where I live. This is too cool. Thank you. Would you be willing to sale that file?

[@rickvestuto]

Subbed

[@jeanninecannito3632]

What program do you use once you get all the files? I can’t tell and don’t say!

[@ememeable]

wow

[@StevenDavisPhoto]

cool video! i would skip the epoxy. you can see weird bubbles/waves along the edges. it also yellows in UV light. i'd use acrylic instead.

[@MrArmageddonBuilds]

What wattage is this particular laser? I was going to get the 20 watt D1 Pro this week, But saw the xtool just released their 40 watt...

[@rogueengineer]

This is a 20w. The 40w sounds great! Quicker for sure

[@roberts5erauedu]

Inlet shores or off peninsula?

[@sapelesteve]

Not my cup of tea but that laser project turned out looking great! 👍👍

[@rogueengineer]

Thanks 👍

[@LuisCasstle]

Nice, I think glass would be cheaper, faster and look better than epoxy.

[@bayfild]

How much would you charge for a file if I send you the map .

[@myhoneyshandmade1077]

Still need a file? I make lake maps.

[@bayfild]

@@myhoneyshandmade1077 sorry I did not get a reply so I went and got somebody else.next time

[@myhoneyshandmade1077]

@@bayfild no worries.

[@cmaxson5]

You missed one major landmark in NSB.. The Garlic! Jokes aside, it looks great!

[@rogueengineer]

😂 Honestly, I though about putting it in there! It’s a staple every time we go down. As long as it’s not a 3hr wait 🤤

[@juddwhiting4229]

Most convoluted demonstration of this concept. Still looking for a more complete and less challenging lecture.

[@thekey147]

I'm going to refer to Maker's Muse "Are cheap laser cutters safe?"

[@ShyneflowLC]

It's a laser bud.... Lol

[@rogueengineer]

😂

[@otavioteixeira3207]

nice project, but definitely not for beginners