xTool M1 fully enclosed 10W laser engraver, in-depth review with all optional accessories

[@bowieinc]

Your videos have better quality and content than the majority of channels with huge production teams!

[@gerardocuevas2742]

Agreed

[@jamiebelongia9415]

Thank you! In addition to clear instructions, you answered a few details that I haven’t been able to find answer for!

[@firelion98]

The dedication and quality of these videos is amazing keep it up!

[@Dunkeyhote]

You guys are the best channel for reviews hands down.

[@koffee3816]

air purifiers should come has standard on all of these new laser engravers.... it should be part of the kit. an air purifier is has important as having a plug ready installed.

[@avejst]

Totaly agree

[@JoeWayne84]

Maybe not forced to buy one what if you already have mitigation in your workshop I wouldn’t want to pay for a purifier I wouldn’t use. But having one available to people that this is there only machine then yes they should buy the purifier and add to there machines.

[@doen.8724]

Most of the air-purifier you can buy from these companies are marginal at best. For your health, you need a much more expensive, advanced purification system. Also, the filters on this machines are very expensive, clog up quickly, and have to be replaced often if you cut a lot of wood, or especially MDF. If you can smell something, you are not purifying enough. Short of investing in a quality high-end air purifying system, these machines should be vented to the outside, or used outside with a fan blowing away the harmful fumes. Just my opinion. Caveat Emptor.

[@Reindeer-ry2lf]

Yess another fine report on a piece of machinery. Thank you for the dedication and skill. 📶💪✌️

[@vernon1748]

omg your channel is a godsend. you're so knowledgeable for your age too. i'm a big fan

[@SaltGrains_Fready]

The music during the cutting and the FF is produced perfectly. This is a Tremendous advancement over the Automation 35W CO2 laser from a decade ago that was the size of a refrigerator with NO software just a print bed program in native Chinese. You had to import & build all the files to engrave in Corel Draw and save them as jpgs and then import them via USB 2 cables in order to produce an engraving; which was good for very large files. Cutting on those old machines was very poor and used up the expensive CO2 laser tube very quickly. Also, You should show how this xTool does on 3 and 6 mm acrylic sheets of material.

[@joeast8223]

I really like the look of this M1. If I have the air assist attached do I need to detach it to use the blade to cut vinyl, cardboard etc?

[@jesusloveseveryone888]

This is by far the best video I’ve seen on laser machines! Well done!

[@ItsJross.]

Very insightful!! Have you tried acrylic cutting/etching on it?

[@avejst]

Great video as always ☺️ Nice looking product. Love the inclosing of the Laser Thanks for sharing your experience with all of us 🙂

[@ryanvegntech]

I've been interested in the M1 as potentially replacing the features of a Cricut cutter and a laser engraver in one piece of equipment. Though i have concerns maybe it compromises both features. So Im looking forward to the watching the review, thanks! I also feel with xTool they are continually releasing new machines and equipment that aren't always upgradable, so in my mind I wonder if a M2 is just around the corner. The software is proprietary and also doesn't work on a Linux machine which is a concern for me. But still, it's the type of machine Im interested in ☺

[@marionkelly-ju3lt]

Great in-depth review and helped me with my decision to buy. Thank you

[@aurorapanno4552]

Ciao Aurora 😊 volevo chiederti se x tool m1 si può usare anche con lo smartphone... Grazie per il bel video e per la risposta 💗

[@baconbigbeats]

The only thing you didn’t cover was the loudness. The glow forge is stupid loud, how is this with and without the purifier?

[@Firstleaker]

Great review! Looks like you swapped the material at 6:11 in the video. Clearly the circular cutout wasn’t going to happen it was way too close to the edge. Might want to let people know that a 455nm laser will not engrave stainless steel, it will only mark the surface. If you want to engrave metals you will need a 1064nm source.

[@AuroraTech]

It was the same job, just the camera angle made the edge of the cover looks like the edge of the machine, then, I just move the camera to another angle.

[@martindavidjoshua]

You got a Sub from me. you have an easy voice to where I could follow and understand really well so that I don't feel overwhelmed. Thank you!

[@angrygaragemechanic]

Wish they would offer a 50w M1

[@Spirited282]

Great video. Hopefully XTool send you the new F1 to test out also

[@AuroraTech]

Yes, the F1 will arrive in late February or early March, and I am going to release the video by early April.

[@madansr]

Thanks for posting the video and sharing your review. I bought the machine but mine makes a lot of humming sound when sitting idle. It seems to be coming from the motherboard fan. Did your machine do that as well?

[@richphoto2]

Well Done! Very good review. I love my M1!

[@theglowcloud2215]

This one at least has basic safety features like an enclosure and exhaust, but I'm wondering if the enclosure actually blocks the wavelengths of light that that the laser operates in? Way too many flagrantly unsafe open bed laser engravers out there, which blows my mind.

[@YaaLFH]

Yes, this is the real blocking acrylic, not just orange tinted.

[@Fancylooks]

Excellent, very informative, thank you for specifying the cutting surface size at the end of the video, I have been looking for it and I couldn't find it. I just wonder, does it cut acrylic or only dark acrylics?

[@AuroraTech]

All diode lasers can only cut dark acrylic, if you need to cut clear acrylic, you need a CO2 laser.

[@Fancylooks]

@@AuroraTech Thank you for your explanation, you are always very wise, kind and helpful

[@pawelsokolowski]

Do you think it would burn out copper out of PCB ? It would be a great tool for prototyping electronics.

[@poisonous_potato]

This is exactly what i needed. Great quality video.

[@Murasame]

For mass producing items to sell, which one is better this M1 or the D1 Pro? Also, have you done a review of a CO2 laser engraver machine yet?

[@dreamcakes7]

Do you have a video on how to attach the air assist and any troubleshooting? I tried to connect mine today but I couldn’t align the lens mount parallel to the housing. 😢

[@joeyleerobbins]

funny how a lot of laser reviewers say that a 10W laser doesn't do cutting that well....seems like this one does just fine

[@BadlyBentPub]

The people that say a 10w isn't good enough are usually the people trying to sell you a more powerful laser 😏

[@joque3526]

Best video! Thank you so much for posting.

[@TheOldBlackCrow]

Aw... I thought you were going to get the wood for the horse from a dismantled TV stand. 😁 Merry Christmas!

[@jerryscott8035]

This is very similar to my Emblaser2 10 w engraver yet cuts through the wood so much better! Do you have any idea why not all 10W diode lasers are not the same?

[@AuroraTech]

Yes, not all 10W laser modules have the same cutting power, I have tested some 10W modules which are weaker than this xTool M1.

[@jerryscott8035]

@@AuroraTech Appreciate the reply ... Happy New Year!

[@faithkillsfear]

Since the bottom is removable, could you remove the bottom and place it right on top of a larger surface like a table top and engrave the surface? Would the laser lower enough to do that?

[@hartynnie]

Thank you for such in depth video. You got urself a Thumbs Up and a Subscriber 🎉

[@marksdroidx]

I have been following you for some time now and love your channel. i just purchased a laser engraver after watching many of your videos. You have used a test file to test speed and power on multiple videos. I would love to have that file but cant find anything like it yet. could you please advise where i can find it

[@BrianStickley]

Hi, I’m interested in buying an xTool M1, so I just watched your video review which was really useful, thank you. I just wondered if you could help clarify something? The M1 spec states a 385x300mm (15x12 inch) working area, but is that the max size of the material sheet BEFORE cutting or just the max size of the cutting area? For example, can I insert a sheet of 8mm MDF into the unit that is say 400x310mm and then design a shape to cut inside the 385x300 working area? The reason I ask is that the shape I need to produce could be 300x300mm so it would be nice to be able to rough cut a slightly larger sheet to then make sure the finished shape can be cut out allowing for a small border. Hope that makes sense?

[@lamberthugh8316]

The 400 len can not be put in the working area.

[@RVDB-nz9gu]

You did a really good job! Congratulations!

[@DaPoets]

Excellent job on this review

[@gamer653gamer7]

Hello, can you please tell me why my camera in M1 XTool is not working while cutting?

[@susanna1207]

Great test! Thank you 😊

[@KM-cw1gv]

which version of the software is this? I definitely don't have an extract function.

[@alidadebruyn36]

The pale pink dog tag comes out very light I’m not sure how to make it stand out more

[@billababe5157]

Does the M1 engrave portraits on metal dog tags as clearly as the F1?

[@soelu_1]

Nice video! One question: Can the M1 also be used to engrave ABS plastics, which are often used for device surfaces (e.g. these white power supply units from Apple)?

[@AuroraTech]

Please watch my new xTool S1 video, I used it to engrave PLA and you can see the result.

[@soelu_1]

Thanks, but the S1 is way out of my budget ... I was interested to see if the M1 could do it. @@AuroraTech

[@addohm]

What would you suggest for starting a laser cutting business? The D1 or M1?

[@AuroraTech]

Depending on what you make, but the D1(20W) would be a safer choice as it engraves faster and can cut thicker woods.

[@TALISHAMON]

Does the blade still fit when the air assist is attached?

[@benjaminpastrana9662]

complete and easy instructions❤

[@billbat1]

Good Job As someone new considering getting a laser cutter/engraver, I would like to see a direct comparison between the Gweike and the xTool M1. I would like to see a direct comparison between ease of use, functions/features, total cost of ownership. Which has a better air purifier, quality of the images using each of their own software. What are the replacement cost for the laser, airlifters etc. I know we are comparing a diode to a Co2 but I am not sure which is better for a beginner. Until now I thought Glow forge was my only options for a self contained desktop laser with a camera and easy to use, now there is a choice, so the question is which one. Thoughts?

[@susanepler5731]

What is the grams of force of the cutting blade? Does the laser cut glass?

[@MegaGiovy98]

Is it possible to engrave a piece larger than the work area by placing the piece under the machine and removing the bottom?

[@YaaLFH]

Yes. The laser can focus up to 16 mm below the base plate.

[@daynafost]

I watched your video on the ender 5s1 and ordered through your link along with sonic pad. I have waited over a month and now they won't deliver it because they put to many number on the outside so I am out 659 dollars under your recommendation and i get no response from creality. Would like to know what I am supposed to do.

[@AuroraTech]

If you need my help, let me know your name and order number, I will ask Creality for you.

[@daynafost]

@AuroraTech I will give them a chance to make it right, and if they don't get back with me within 24 hours I will contact you. Thank you. Love watching your videos

[@SarahVowles]

hey, do you think this would cut 0.7mm copper and or brass? I'm looking for a machine that will! thanking you

[@SaltGrains_Fready]

That sounds like a job for a CNC cutting unit.

[@TableTopBiker]

Great video. 👍

[@rosar.4293]

Refreshing to see another female tech enthusiast. Clean and straight to the point.

[@hooked_fish]

Is good for engraving vine glass ?

[@TrophyCollection]

I want to use this to cut acyclic ?

[@eugenpopa9206]

Hi. Will this one cut through brass 0.4-0.5mm? Thank you.

[@AuroraTech]

No, I don't think a 10W diode laser can cut brass or other metals. Even a 40W laser can only cut up to 0.1 mm with slow speed and produces bad results.

[@nuevoinvolve]

14:05 can it cut cardboard?

[@saidymcneilage3223]

Whats the smallest font size this can engrave on stainless steel materials? Can it engrave on 1.3x0.7cm stainless steel pendant?

[@arizonaheatwave4080]

You can get the very small rectangular bar type pendants and I’ve tried it and works great!! Just have to use the zoom in option for the camera to make sure the text in in the proper position!

[@lamakredy4792]

What about the thickness of acrylic i can cut by this machine?

[@AuroraTech]

As it's just a 10W laser, I guess 5-6 mm should be fine, but dark/black only, not clear acrylic.

[@renedupont7562]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@jeannettes.riddick6368]

so the honeycomb base is used when you use air assist?

[@AuroraTech]

You can use air assist with or without the base.

[@jeannettes.riddick6368]

Thanks for your quick response - I have used with the black poles that lifts the item up and when the machine would cut over the board would move - so I do not have to use the other platform at all? @@AuroraTech

[@Noname-yu8qw]

can you cut plexiglass?

[@AuroraTech]

No, diode lasers cannot cut clear plexiglass or acrylic. They can only cut dark-colored ones. If you need to cut clear plexiglass or acrylic, you need a CO2 laser. You can watch my xTool P2(CO2) video.

[@randikerkaert2266]

Just wanted to post a warning here. PVC sheets and vinyl can in fact be cut with a laser, however cutting products containing PVC with a laser generates hydrochloric acid and toxic fumes such as Chlorine gas. Having an air purifier is an option, but the fumes are so acidic that it will eventually corrode the machine and purifier.

[@keeleyhank6812]

The laser doesn't cut the vinyl. It's a hybrid laser. Meaning, it has a blade, too. It's all on the xTool website.

[@TestTest-eb8jr]

Great review 👍🖒👍@Aurora

[@flocit]

Great presentation. Is it possible for the xtool m1 to cut several stacked sheets of Card stock at one time. Also if I have jpeg artwork how is it converted to run in the xtool m1 Thanks I can see a very good use for this machine.

[@kimt4340]

Thank you

[@tweekFPV]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@featherhenna]

wow

[@ShanqDad]

STAY AWAY FROM THE M1 UNTIL THEY GET IT WORKING WITH LIGHTBURN!!!!!! Otherwise its just a Glow Forge and Cricket in one box

[@sciencesniper_tech]

Aurora Tech do you have Facebook messenger?, because I would like to talk to you in private