Update: The xTool D1 now supports Lightburn which was my biggest negative from the machine. Overall this is my favorite laser diode even at a higher price point than others.

@JamesGames.

2 жыл бұрын

There are 2 versions of Lightburn, which would I need, GCode or DSP?

@makeorbreakshop

2 жыл бұрын

@@JamesGames. its more like 2 different licenses, which open up support to DSP based or Gcode based machines. For the D1 one though you'll want the Gcode version.

@melissamcdaniel3542

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@TxSavage1791

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome I've now decided to get one of these for my first laser at home

@mallorikerr4092

2 жыл бұрын

I agree I am glad lightburn is now supported. It's much like my die cutting software from silhouette of America but I don't need to transfer from one to the other.

Your review video is one of the videos I used before deciding to order this laser. I'm in love as it gives me the detailing I cannot do with my electronic die cutting machines.

I think you are the coolest!! 😎 Thank you so very much for all that you do! 😊 Thank you for creating videos sharing everything that you know, or learned thru trial, and error. It will definitely help a new beginner like me.

Hey Brandon, Brandon here! I did a lot of research on lasers and your video ultimately sold me on it so I ordered one and used your coupon code and saved a lot of money which was super helpful! Thank you so much for such a great review!

@makeorbreakshop

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

Nice review man! I have the D1 coming next week with the rotary tool. Gonna put it through its paces!

Whenever I put those glasses on I yell "go go gadget green grandpa goggles!"

I just put mine together (Jamuary 2022), you can use Lightburn with the D1 now. I'm really digging it. Thanks for your review!

@BGordzelik

2 жыл бұрын

How did you get your d1 connected to lightburn. My device wont even pull up it has updated firmware and am only able to use it on the regular program

Seems like a capable little machine Brandon, thanks for sharing! :D

@makeorbreakshop

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great review thank you. Waiting on my 10w D1 to arrive any day now.

@makeorbreakshop

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

Thanks for the review. I am waiting for mine to be delivered and I was a little worried of the quality, so you straightened me out. I did accidentally buy the 5W version but hopefully it'll do what I need, which is just destroy my enemies through engraving and cutting paper and cardboard.

@makeorbreakshop

2 жыл бұрын

Just to be clear this review wasn't sponsored in the sense I got paid to produce the review. I was given the product for free for review but xTool didn't review the video once it went out and this is my honest opinion.

@jvjdrn

2 жыл бұрын

Richard, how is it working for you?

@RichardGreco

2 жыл бұрын

@@jvjdrn It is working well. I haven't done any advanced things yet, like etching glass.

I do leather tooling and was wondering how well it would cut out pieces. Are the edges crisp or does it leave snags?

I think it would be very informative if you gave the engrave/cut times. I've owned a diode and co2 laser now and I think some people would find it helpful to know how long it takes to achieve a finished product. I'm not In the market for another one currently, I'm working more with plasma, but a coworker talked about this so I thought I'd check it out. Seems pretty nice and the creature comforts seem really nice specifically the integrated focusing jig.

thank you for you detailed review. it really helped me operate my 1st xtool. any tips how to clean the orange box? accumulating black build up. thanks!!

Great video! I have one on the way. So great info!! Cheers

Great video. This is very helpful. I am looking to purchase my first laser unit so this is part of my research. Have you looking at or tested the SCULPFUN S9 Laser? I would like to know your thoughts on that unit if you get a chance.

Would it be easy to do tiling with the D1? I would like to use it to cut patterns in fabric but the cutting area is a little small for my use.

So for a budget laser that can do everything including metal , what do you recommend?

How do you think it will perform on a non flat surface? Something with different elevations?

Thank you for sharing nice video 👍👍👍does it cut 1/8” plywood?

When cutting plywood with a 10W machine like this, what is better - setting it to a higher power and doing fewer passes, or going for a lower power with more passes?

Can this machine cut out thinner acrylic? I make jewelry with shrinky dinks but I've been thinking about upgrading to acrylic and getting this machine.

Is this more powerful that the new LU2-4 laser from Ortur? How much more would I be able to cut with one vs the other? Thank you!

Does the software allow upload of preexisting files you've made on other software?

Hi awesome content. Do you think it would be possible to use the laser by the memory card?. So you would not need to have computer in the same room.

Great detailed review. Will this etch drinking glasses as well.

Is there any difference from the early model d1 10w to the current models? Found a local one for sale was debating if it would be worth getting vs a new one.

What settings should I use to engrave ceramic tiles? Or does it not work on ceramic? I tried it and it didn’t even leave a mark.

Wonderful video. Thanks so much!

Nice review, very imformative

I'm trying to find videos on the usage before my machine I ordered arrives, (Should not be hard, considering it hasn't even been mailed yet-over a week later!) and one I can't seem to find is how to make sure it starts where I want it to and stays on the board. Is the software coming with the tool able to identify printing/cutting surfaces edges, etc...?

Nice video, thank you! What is the real life hours of those diode laser machines? Thank you.

Is this the one to buy? So many of them. which would you suggest

can you cut and engrave with CorelDraw or do you have to design and import into their program?

Would you happen to know the highest dpi for the 10w version?...when i try going over 600 i get a "danger, notice" pop up.

Do you have any recomendations for additional or better goggles?

I can see this engraver setting in my garage in the near future. With that being said I am starting from scratch and I currently do not own a laptop.Can you recommend a particular laptop that works well with this engraver? I have owned Dell, HP's, iPads, etc over the years if that helps. I would prefer to spend any extra money I have on goodies for the engraver, but I want a laptop that will work well with the engraver without a lot of fuss. Thank you for your time and Thank You for posting this video. Your feedback is what I used to determine which engraver I want.

Does it work on gold, silver, platinum? If not, would you be able to recommend one that is affordable?

I'm trying to decide between this and the Atomstack X7 Pro. Which has finer detail and accuracy?

watched several of you videos, but not one on engraving acrylic. I know you have to have something underneath the acrylic so the lazer does not just pass through. My question is some acrylic blanks have colored protective coverings, some blue heavy plastic and some a brown cardboard looking color. If you just remove one side of the of the covering are those backing colors solid enough to keep the lazer from passing through?

I know basswood is pretty soft, do you know how well this would engrave hardwoods like maple or walnut?

Will we be seeing a review of the neje master 2s max 40w laser soon ?

Hello, I'm wondering if I need a special computer (specks) for this Xtool D1

I've watc hed a lot of your videos, they are great! How does this xtoll d1 10 watt stack up against Sculpfun s10? I've tried browsing your site for comparison.

I want to engrave yetis, would this work? Would u get a 10w or 5w or would it necessarily matter ?

HI , great review !!! i love it !!! this machine is looking grreat and i would like to purchase one but , before i move forward, i would like to ask you if it can cut white kite fabric . I own a TT 5.5 S laser engraver, it works fine with ripstop kite fabric that i need to cut but the only 1 problem is that its not possible to cut white fabric. Do you think that this 10 watts version could solve the problem ? many thanks in advance and congratulations again.

I have same machine 10w I notice you more images on your pulldown menu than mine and I did upgrade firmware, still same group of images. Any ideas? Also is there a site to download free images 😃 I did buy this after watching your reviews

Great informative video. Will it engrave aluminum flask

Do you think this is a good engraver for hardwoods?

Can this cut thin clear acrylic sheets? I want to make display boxes

Did yours come with any software or instructions mine didn't and I have no idea on how to get it to work.

Can the laser shield cover be raised up on the laser unit?

Hey, have you had a chance to evaluate the new Sculpfun S9? I've heard great things about it.

Great review!

@makeorbreakshop

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

How long does it take for this machine cut a 1/4" 4"x4" piece of wood with detail?

Is there any difference between the makeblock xtool d1 and the cloudray version ?

Could you compare this one to the glowforge?

Having a huge problem centering the blue dot to get my Center point for engraving please help Regards, Rick

Will this laser (10W) version engrave off copper foil from circuit boards??

I just put mine together today 10W with the rotary and downloaded Laserbox & LightBurn on my MacBook Air and it cant find my laser, I hooked up my Wife's HP laptop and it worked and printed. Do you have any ideas why my mac won't find it ?

do you have a laser test file for the laserbox basic software?

have you considered making a video about building a vented enclosure?

Do you have an up-to-date video or thoughts on the laser after the Lightburn software update was added to the machine? I want to purchase a diode laser for my hobby shop so I can make some extra money. With all of the choices out there I don't know which one to choose. I would like a 10 watt. I am new to diode lasers. If you could help me I would appreciate it. Thank you, I watch all of you youtube videos.

Can this cut intricate pieces of cardboard that is about 1/4” thick?

A good fix for the cable is to loop a couple of thin rubber bands around it and attach the other end of the rubber band to a weight. It works perfectly.

How Does the D1 do with engraving Glass? Quartz?

Can this laser etch anodized aluminum?

Did you try it on white or transparent acrylic?

I noticed you didn't do your normal tests with this review, how does it compare to the Atomstack X7 pro?

I am impressed! I’ve been building and testing commercial/industrial laser engravers for the past 10+ years now and they cost a ton. For the price, size of diode and material being used here, this is a great deal. Gonna have to pick one up and try it out.

Is there any software that will run on the Apple iPad Pro (2021)?

Great review, thanks so much! I'm new to this, and just discovered your channel, and plan to be a regular viewer here. Already ordered a 10 watt D1, and hope it'll be a good unit to learn on. I was thinking about using this to cut vinyl for decals and stickers, like the vinyl cutters, and hope there's a way to do that with this machine, so I won't have to buy a cutter as well. Any advice would be appreciated, happy cutting and engraving to everyone!!

@elvijs3809

2 жыл бұрын

Do your research first. Dont cut vinyl with a laser cutter. It releases poisonous gas.

So just to be clear, this unit CAN engrave annodized aluminum?

Have you had a chance to review the 20 watt version that will be announced on March 2nd?

all these open lazers are so versatile on what you can lazer, but i worry about light leakage and eye damage to people, children and animals in the room without glasses. Do you recommend building an enclosed box?

Is it good for online business? For leather wood aluminum keychain?

Does anyone know the nose clearance on either of the two lasers? With wood always being worked LACK of height can be an issue

anyone know if the app is released yet for this machine?

What do you think about Sculpfun s9

Alright so if we have the money for the Makerbox Pro. Should we get that or this? Just a basic crafter.

Hi, I can engrave in acrylic clear sheet?

Is it possible to change the red laser cross hair to a dot?

with the program for this can you import svg files from other sources say if I bought a svg file on?

how about import ai files? can it be easily selected which area is engrave, which part will cut?

Can I engrave glass with this machine?

What can you tell me about the xTool D1 36w Higher Accuracy Laser Engraver, 5w-7.5w Laser Cutter and Engraver Machine, Laser Engraving Machine Support LightBurn, Laser Engraver for Wood and Metal, Vinyl, Acrylic, Paper(17"x15.98") , listed on Amazon? Thanks

Update on motion sensor?

My biggest concern was that it didn't run Lightburn, but now it does. Fantastic review! I'd been waffling between the OLM2Pro and the XTool D1. I just ordered the XTool!

@staynavytom2963

2 жыл бұрын

Brian, what do you use your XTool for?

@Tkrain

2 жыл бұрын

@@staynavytom2963 Gifts, and soon items for sale in Ersy

How long would it take to do a sentence three inches long in an inch high

I know you said it would engrave on stainless steel, however would it engrave on Sterling silver?

I am using a Long Mill CNC router to run my laser. In my enclosure I am running a bathroom fan since it can be ducted out of the garage when running the laser.

Good day! Great review of the D1, awesome machine. Will you be doing a review of the M1? I would like to purchase one of these two to start a home business, however I can't make a decision. I am hoping your review will assist me with a final decision. Thank you

@makeorbreakshop

2 жыл бұрын

I should be able to get my hands on the M1 but it sounds like it won’t be until early spring though.

The sample metal dog tag included in the package lasered like a champ. But I yet to find another uncoated metal that will do the same? What am I doing wrong? There's a setting for stainless steel, but it doesn't do anything on metal blanks.

Great review! I've been waiting for some in-depth info on the D1 for weeks now. I am wondering, though, how it would do cutting very thin hardwood. They claim it can cut 6mm Basswood in one pass. My main use for a laser is cutting through 1.5mm hardwood (.062) of different species (Maple, Cherry, Walnut, etc). If you ever have a chance to check out that capability, I'd lover to know how it goes. I have a Glowforge now, but when it dies, I'd love to find a cheaper alternative. Thanks again for the detailed laser reviews!

I just got mine, set up and everything I have tried to burn has streaks, have tried 3 different woods. Can anyone help me with what might need to do?

Can a 7w cut mdf ?

Can you engrave bottle of wine using calligraphy using this laser engraving D1. Please need some advice!

just wanted to ask how deep can this engrave ?

Will it engrave aluminum?

Just received my xTool D1. It was a little bit off a struggle to assemble because off the small angles . I made it. ok. Now I watch different video's but OMG.... it all goes so fast and I am not native english. Are there any of these in Dutch??

As a newbie I’m debating between this and the glow forge