Uploaded August 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video I will first walk you through the assembly and setup of the Two Trees TTS-55 laser cutter and engraver. This is a great beginner or entry level machine due to the cost vs capabilities balance. I will also demonstrate some examples of cutting and engraving and help you get started with this machine using the LaserGRBL software.
As with most of my setup and review videos, I show some of the upgrades and modifications that I design after having used the Two Trees TTS-55 for a period of time.
The most effective and important upgrade in this case is the smoke and fume extraction adapter. You can find that adapter on my website here:
► embracemaking.com/products/two-trees-tts-55-fume-extraction-and-material-squaring-kit
Material Squaring Kit:
► embracemaking.com/products/two-trees-tts-55-material-squaring-kit
You can also find the video where I show you how to build the shop vac fume filtration system here:
► youtu.be/k7qTE4t4sf8
The free downloadable version of the origin alignment tool can be found here:
► printables.com/model/253949-origin-alignment-tool-for-laser-cutters-and-engrav
The IKEA magnetic mesh memo board used as a laser bed for through cuts can be found here:
► ikea.com/ca/en/p/soedergarn-memo-board-with-magnets-white-10433828
Other equipment used in this video. As an Amazon Associate may I earn from qualifying purchases (at no extra cost to you):
Two Trees TTS-55
► amzn.to/3PXTJTk
► twotrees3dofficial.com/products/laser-engraving-machine-tts25-tts55?variant=43028239155420
CPAP Hose:
► amzn.to/3DmcxHF
Laser Proof Silicone Work Surface Mat (20" x 28")
► amzn.to/3zDyMG7
Laser Proof Silicone Work Surface Mat (23.5" x 31.5")
► amzn.to/3A0Fzv1
SAFETY WARNING: DO NOT CUT THESE MATERIALS:
► https://cloud.wikis.utexas.edu/wiki/spaces/SOAdigitech/pages/75236331/Prohibited+Laser+Cutter+Materials
0:00 Safety
0:50 Intro
1:18 Unboxing
1:54 Assembly
12:49 Focus Setup
13:40 Free Origin Tool
15:24 LaserGRBL Getting Started
19:10 First Engraving
20:20 Fume Extraction Adapter
22:34 Fume Extraction Test
24:09 More Engraving
25:16 Laser Cutting
27:30 Origin and Alignment Tool
29:27 Final Thoughts (Review)
31:54 Outro
#laser #fume #filter
*For those of you who have no idea what the "Schfifty-five" reference was at the beginning of the video... then you are clearly not an internet OG. It's about 20 years old now and you can still watch that masterpiece here: youtube.com/watch?v=O9Q2WvrF_Lg
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By supporting my channel you are encouraging me to continue with this time consuming endeavor. A lot of time goes into design work, building my projects, filming the videos, editing the videos, etc. Plus it all costs money! Your generosity goes a long way in helping me bring you better content as often as I can!
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In this video I will first walk you through the assembly and setup of the Two Trees TTS-55 laser cutter and engraver. This is a great beginner or entry level machine due to the cost vs capabilities balance. I will also demonstrate some examples of cutting and engraving and help you get started with this machine using the LaserGRBL software.
As with most of my setup and review videos, I show some of the upgrades and modifications that I design after having used the Two Trees TTS-55 for a period of time.
The most effective and important upgrade in this case is the smoke and fume extraction adapter. You can find that adapter on my website here:
► embracemaking.com/products/two-trees-tts-55-fume-extraction-and-material-squaring-kit
Material Squaring Kit:
► embracemaking.com/products/two-trees-tts-55-material-squaring-kit
You can also find the video where I show you how to build the shop vac fume filtration system here:
► youtu.be/k7qTE4t4sf8
The free downloadable version of the origin alignment tool can be found here:
► printables.com/model/253949-origin-alignment-tool-for-laser-cutters-and-engrav
The IKEA magnetic mesh memo board used as a laser bed for through cuts can be found here:
► ikea.com/ca/en/p/soedergarn-memo-board-with-magnets-white-10433828
Other equipment used in this video. As an Amazon Associate may I earn from qualifying purchases (at no extra cost to you):
Two Trees TTS-55
► amzn.to/3PXTJTk
► twotrees3dofficial.com/products/laser-engraving-machine-tts25-tts55?variant=43028239155420
CPAP Hose:
► amzn.to/3DmcxHF
Laser Proof Silicone Work Surface Mat (20" x 28")
► amzn.to/3zDyMG7
Laser Proof Silicone Work Surface Mat (23.5" x 31.5")
► amzn.to/3A0Fzv1
SAFETY WARNING: DO NOT CUT THESE MATERIALS:
► https://cloud.wikis.utexas.edu/wiki/spaces/SOAdigitech/pages/75236331/Prohibited+Laser+Cutter+Materials
0:00 Safety
0:50 Intro
1:18 Unboxing
1:54 Assembly
12:49 Focus Setup
13:40 Free Origin Tool
15:24 LaserGRBL Getting Started
19:10 First Engraving
20:20 Fume Extraction Adapter
22:34 Fume Extraction Test
24:09 More Engraving
25:16 Laser Cutting
27:30 Origin and Alignment Tool
29:27 Final Thoughts (Review)
31:54 Outro
#laser #fume #filter
*For those of you who have no idea what the "Schfifty-five" reference was at the beginning of the video... then you are clearly not an internet OG. It's about 20 years old now and you can still watch that masterpiece here: youtube.com/watch?v=O9Q2WvrF_Lg
****************************************************************************
If you enjoy and have benefited from my content and are feeling generous I would love your support! You can "buy me a coffee" here:
► paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=V2T6MEFUGP73Y
By supporting my channel you are encouraging me to continue with this time consuming endeavor. A lot of time goes into design work, building my projects, filming the videos, editing the videos, etc. Plus it all costs money! Your generosity goes a long way in helping me bring you better content as often as I can!
Follow me on Instagram!
► instagram.com/embracemaking
