Mirrors and frames with the xTool S1

[@I-LOVE-EARTH]

I don't care for the xTool S1 because it doesn't have a camera, but you're a GENIUS when it comes to jigs...GREAT JOB!

[@TheClackShack]

Thank you very much!

[@philipershler420]

With XTOOL Creative Space you can just mark the corners on the S1. No need for a camera.

[@willyzook]

@@philipershler420 exactly!

[@Dominik-fb7kt]

@@I-LOVE-EARTH i actually like it a little more, had some issues with the camera 😁

[@markclanton2403]

This jig is great. I created a jig panel for hat patches. I only have 1 size patch setup now, but it will grow.

[@TheClackShack]

Cool.. glad you like it

[@klausjonietz5841]

Did a 10x10 mirror with frame and it came out great. I did it for our local Honor Flight and I received 5 orders at $40.00 each. Thanks for the video. If you like, I send you a photo.

[@TheClackShack]

Nice, that is some pretty good profit margin also.. Congrats.

[@ColinWatters]

I've recently had a go at a five colour logo with fine detail on a mirror by repeatedly burning and spray painting. The key it to fit some rigid stops to the bed so you can replace the mirror in exactly the same place. I found If painting with light colours like white or yellow it's important to wash and dry the back of the mirror or the dust created by the laser can show up bleeding into the paint. I only needed to lift the mirror 1/8th of an inch off the honeycomb. I'm using a 10W laser at 4000mm/min 80% and two passes. Sometimes when removing paint and mirror at the same time I cleaned off the dust and did a 3rd pass at 90 degrees.

[@TheClackShack]

Cool

[@bsimmons00]

Love your videos and jig system. Looks like the link to the mirrors goes to only round mirrors now.

[@TheClackShack]

May have, Amazon may have changed the items.

[@lalomunoz6605]

AMAZING. Ordering my S1 soon. @TheClackShack convinced me it's what I need (more like want). Looking forward to seeing much more content from you.

[@TheClackShack]

It is a good machine, using XCS took some getting used to for me.

[@TexasKid747]

Waiting for my S1 to arrive. It is like waiting for Christmas! Oh... :D Cheers from Texas. Love that multipurpose template jig!

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks…. Christmas is soon..

[@michaellehmann280]

Can’t wait for your S1 template video!!

[@TheClackShack]

Coming soon!

[@MorganWhitten]

Really awesome content and ideas, thank you!

[@TheClackShack]

Glad you like them!

[@chrisgallaher3899]

Wow those mirror inserts really popped, way better than the pics I take, might have to get a degree in lighting LOL, Can we patent the idea, we'll make a fortune 🤣👍

[@TheClackShack]

Practice makes perfect. I keep trying..

[@JaniLewisPaperCompulsions]

Thanks so much.

[@TheClackShack]

You're welcome!

[@SuanMackenzie-j5l]

Brilliant 👌

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks

[@Steve765]

Hi, I've just got my S1 so I'm finding your tutorials very helpful. As a long-time lightburn user I too am finding my way around xcs. However I will still predominantly be using lightburn, so I was wondering if you will be making a video on using the RA2 pro chuck rotary with lightburn for the S1? Many thanks.

[@TheClackShack]

I plan to, just havn'et got around to it yet.

[@chdimis]

Have you tried engraving acrylic mirrror? I found it in temu 4pcs 30X30 mm about 15€ free shipping, Is lighter and it comes with stickers. If you put them in frame you can't tell the difference. Only that as i realized it becomes a little yellow in time . I haven't tried it yet but im thinking about it.

[@TheClackShack]

I haven't tried them..

[@markclanton2403]

The link I see to Amazon is for the round mirrors. Do you have a link for the 10" square mirrors?

[@TheClackShack]

Amazon has apparently changed them. Not sure

[@sharonsimonson5392]

Great video!

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks

[@tanercetin4322]

Bonjour votre xtool ces quel model ( puissance ) car je dispose du 40w et ce que ces les mêmes paramètre pour graver .merci

[@TheClackShack]

Le mien est de 40 watts, je recommande cependant de tester.

[@tanercetin4322]

Bonjour monsieur ces un miroir en verre ou un miroir acrylique

[@josephaldeguer9079]

what was the line interval that you used? been trying that myself I kept on "scratching" the mirror. TIA. Been going to your video over and over to get mine working.

[@TheClackShack]

Defocus a bit. Usually around 200

[@josephaldeguer9079]

@@TheClackShack will try that definitely! thanks!

[@craigsturman6661]

where did you find the Declaration of Independence file? I've been looking for one.

[@TheClackShack]

Library of Congress.

[@TheBornfree83]

i am watching way too much S1 tutorial while waiting for my S1 to ship.. I watched 1 where Kai from xTool scores a crosshair on the jig to use that as the guide to square and position the template. it is the one where he cosplay as santa wondering if he can batch job ceramic coasters on the S1. I think incorporating good ideas on different builds can help make tools that ease the making process.

[@TheClackShack]

For my orders, time is money and I have to make them faster. Thanks

[@ronr179]

Did I miss it? But what S1 are you using?

[@TheClackShack]

Mine.. The one in the thumbnail.. (a bit confused)

[@ronr179]

@@TheClackShack 20w or 40w you said get ready to pause to look at your test.

[@nathanwolf5547]

Can you come up with some of these ideas for the F1?

[@TheClackShack]

I will work with Steve, he has the F1 to use.

[@philipershler420]

Isn’t the F1 engrave area too small for 10” mirrors?

[@TheClackShack]

The F1 would be, yes. @@philipershler420

[@victorsimerson1095]

I have a ray5 10 watt do you know if they have a 20 watt module for that machine

[@TheClackShack]

Not sure, the B1 is the next machine up and it is a beast

[@cliffordbooker4360]

all the mirror miaterial i am finding has a white paint backing, this takes longer to remove and causes more heat (because of the thickness) and ends up etching the glass too much

[@TheClackShack]

Hardware stores typically have some. I also go some from Amazon.

[@jimnichols1155]

Can you do these with a diode laser ? I'm a newbie ! 😂

[@TheClackShack]

Yes, that is what I use

[@stephenbarone9407]

Could you use the conveyor system to batch out even more?

[@TheClackShack]

Maybe, I don’t see a need though. The conveyor would be useful in longer engraves but not sure I trust it for jigging small items.

[@stephenbarone9407]

Thanks, it was a thought, and didn't know if anyone had tried it!@@TheClackShack

[@chrisoliver3851]

Hey Man thanks for helping this newbie out with the XTool S1 i just ordered the file. Question is theJig file included? Chris

[@TheClackShack]

Not in the frame file. As I said in the video, not everyone that will want the frame, has an S1. The S1 file should be ready tomorrow.

[@chrisoliver3851]

@@TheClackShack I apologize saw the video after a long day..look forward to the fame file

[@TheClackShack]

No problem@@chrisoliver3851

[@deadeyessmiling]

Pardon the elementary question, but from you experience, is it faster to run the laser at high speeds on fewer items in the middle (like how your new jigs are built), rather than take full advantage of the laser's working space and do more items at once?

[@TheClackShack]

I prefer the faster speeds, running slower speeds and loading the work area will result in hours long runs. That doesn't afford breaks or time to prep the completed pieces. Being a one man operation, I prefer smaller batches. with coasters, I usually do sets of 4 with a design. I also run 3 lasers at a time on big jobs. with the smaller items, you can stack more in the workspace.

[@deadeyessmiling]

@@TheClackShack Well, that just makes all the sense in the world! Thank you so much for the detailed reply!!

[@PinkRibbionJayGee]

New and haven’t setup my S1 yet but my question is can the S1 engrave a 12 inch mirror? Is the limit to the 10 inch mirror due to the frame or the jig requirement? Love your videos so helpful

[@philipershler420]

@@PinkRibbionJayGeeThe S1 has a working area of 19.61” X 13”. So if you can get 12” mirrors, you could do those. But you would have to design your own frames. That wouldn’t be a very difficult job.

[@markesselstynmiller747]

what about putting blue tape on the mirror side to reduce the flashback.

[@TheClackShack]

The tape will cause interaction and ghosting where it is touching the glass.

[@steveburch5113]

wunnerful

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks

[@jmarcant616]

Will this jig work on xtools P2 ?

[@TheClackShack]

No, S1

[@jmarcant616]

@@TheClackShack ok, I didn’t know if they had same surface area setup.

[@schmots]

Why wood glue instead of just CA?

[@TheClackShack]

Because I prefer wood glue

[@schmots]

@@TheClackShackbest reason ever

[@seanbickford1]

Anyone have any mirror settings for the S1 20W?

[@TheClackShack]

If you are looking for material settings, xcs has many of then built in. I recommend testing though

[@seanbickford1]

@TheClackShack I did a test grid on a mirror but nothing looked very good. Was hoping someone had some settings to start with but thank you

[@tanercetin4322]

Quelque a t’il des paramètre pour xtool S1 40w pour miroir

[@Mr2oldiron]

I buy the 12 x 12” mirrors from Lowe’s then cut them to 4x4”. When I am finished I put them in 4” frames.

[@TheClackShack]

Cool

[@higherstandardspc]

Nice informative video however when I use your link those mirrors are $30.27 Yee Ouchies

[@TheClackShack]

I must have got a sale. That is still only $3 each. They easily sell for $25 or more

[@higherstandardspc]

@@TheClackShack Nice thank you good to know.

[@philipershler420]

Just know the price includes a pack of 10 mirrors.

[@TheClackShack]

Yes, it does. Only 9 left after speed testing@@philipershler420

[@bloopbleepnothinghere]

How does anyone make money with one of these? It takes 2 hours to run 12 mini coasters with an etching on them. Then they need sanding off to get rid of vapour marks, and I have the air assist. I love it, but man trying to batch anything other simple stuff is not gonna earn you a living.

[@TheClackShack]

File design is critical on object, Also the fastest speeds possible. Use a power and speed test on all materials.

[@bloopbleepnothinghere]

@@TheClackShack any suggestions for golden rules or tips?