Jennifer Maker | xTool S1 Enclosed Diode Laser Cutter: Unboxing, Setup, & Playtest! @JenniferMaker | Uploaded December 2023 | Updated October 2024, 2 hours ago.
Get an XTool S1 at jennifermaker.com/xtools1 (Amazon) or direct from the manufacturer at jennifermaker.com/xtool (affiliate link) -- tip: use discount code Jennifer80 to save $80 off orders over $999 purchased directly from the manufacturer
Today we're unboxing, setting up, and playtesting an X-Tool S1 enclosed diode laser cutter. This is the flagship diode laser cutter in the Xtool line of laser cutters -- we also have the D1 and the M1, and you can see those setup and playtest videos on our YouTube channel.
For anyone new to the idea of laser cutters and engravers, these machines use a thin, focused laser beam to burn away material, enabling it to cut and engrave thicker things than you can do with a blade cutting machine. You can cut and engrave a huge variety of both thick and thin materials with these machines!
The XTool S1 is powerful diode laser. It's laser has a twenty watt output, which is twice as strong as the M1 we reviewed a few days ago and four times as strong as the D1 we reviewed last week. A laser this strong is capable of cutting a 10mm thick wood panel in one pass, which is just under half an inch thick -- compare that to the 5watt D1 which could only do a 3mm thick wood panel in one pass. And a 40 watt laser can cut through wood up to 15 mm thick in one pass. At the time we're making this video, the S1 is available in 20 watt and 40 watt models.
We paid just under $1700 for this 20 watt diode laser cutter, which was on sale from the retail price of $2000. You can see the exact one we got over at jennifermaker.com/xtools1 . The 40 watt versions' retail price is 2500 dollars, but often goes on sale, too. That one is not available on Amazon right now, but you can get it directly from the manufacturer at jennifermaker.com/xtool -- that is our affiliate link!
Now we are going to unbox this xTool S1 laser machine this live and in real-time, so you can truly see what the experience to set it up is like -- so this won't be a polished video that glosses over issues and makes it all seem super simple. Our goal is to show you what it is really like to set up an enclosed diode laser cutter like this and get it going. It's important to note that while we've been using laser cutters for years, we have not ever set up or used an XTool S1, although we have set up the xTool D1 and the M1, so we're a little ahead of a completely novice xtool user! But our goal is to be able to do a successful test run before we finish. Will it work? Keep watching to find out!
So the XTool S1 is the flagship DIODE laser cutter and engraver from xTool. It cuts wood, paper, leather, and dark acrylic, and it can also engrave all those things, as well as engrave metal and rock, like slate.
It should be noted that unlike the M1, you cannot cut vinyl on the S1 -- the M1 had a blade cutter as well as a laser cutter, but the M1 does not. You would NOT want to cut regular vinyl or other Poly Vinyl Chloride materials (like faux leather) on a laser cutter because it will release chlorine gas and hurt your machine. Other things you want to avoid cutting on a laser cutter are fiberglass, polypropylene foam, polystyrene, ABS, and polycarbonate.
But what you can do with the S1 that you could not do with the M1 is cut thicker things and do it faster. It's also easier to upgrade -- you can upgrade it from a 20 watt to a 40 watt by buying a new laser module, and you can also add other accessories to it, like the rotary kit to engrave things like tumblers.
It's important to note that xTool is still a DIODE laser cutting machine, which is essentially an LED (Light Emitting Diode) that is SUPER bright and powerful -- the light is pushed through a lens where it is focused to a very narrow point. The xTool S1 has a .06mm laser spot to do ultra-fine engraving and cutting with minimal scorching.
Note that diode lasers cannot cut through nor engrave clear acrylics (without hacks).
Safety - The S1 is a class 1 safety diode laser cutter. It will automatically stop working when the enclosure is opened or the bottom plate is removed or tilted. It has five flame sensors and one temperature sensor for detecting problems. Also, the laser cutter and engraver machine viewing cover can filter bad light to protect your eyes.
The xTool comes with it's own software called Creative Space, and it works on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. The software is free to download and use, so it's a great way to get familiar with laser engraving and cutting before you invest in an Xtool machine. You can get the software at xtool.com/pages/software
Our kit came with a Smart Air Assist, a strong airflow output power of 30L/min for a cleaner surface, and automatic airflow control for engraving and cutting.
The xTool S1 20w laser cutter and engraver machine has a processing area of 498*330mm and the engraver has a processing speed of up to 600mm/s, which helps efficient engraving and cutting.
Get an XTool S1 at jennifermaker.com/xtools1 (Amazon) or direct from the manufacturer at jennifermaker.com/xtool (affiliate link) -- tip: use discount code Jennifer80 to save $80 off orders over $999 purchased directly from the manufacturer
Today we're unboxing, setting up, and playtesting an X-Tool S1 enclosed diode laser cutter. This is the flagship diode laser cutter in the Xtool line of laser cutters -- we also have the D1 and the M1, and you can see those setup and playtest videos on our YouTube channel.
For anyone new to the idea of laser cutters and engravers, these machines use a thin, focused laser beam to burn away material, enabling it to cut and engrave thicker things than you can do with a blade cutting machine. You can cut and engrave a huge variety of both thick and thin materials with these machines!
The XTool S1 is powerful diode laser. It's laser has a twenty watt output, which is twice as strong as the M1 we reviewed a few days ago and four times as strong as the D1 we reviewed last week. A laser this strong is capable of cutting a 10mm thick wood panel in one pass, which is just under half an inch thick -- compare that to the 5watt D1 which could only do a 3mm thick wood panel in one pass. And a 40 watt laser can cut through wood up to 15 mm thick in one pass. At the time we're making this video, the S1 is available in 20 watt and 40 watt models.
We paid just under $1700 for this 20 watt diode laser cutter, which was on sale from the retail price of $2000. You can see the exact one we got over at jennifermaker.com/xtools1 . The 40 watt versions' retail price is 2500 dollars, but often goes on sale, too. That one is not available on Amazon right now, but you can get it directly from the manufacturer at jennifermaker.com/xtool -- that is our affiliate link!
Now we are going to unbox this xTool S1 laser machine this live and in real-time, so you can truly see what the experience to set it up is like -- so this won't be a polished video that glosses over issues and makes it all seem super simple. Our goal is to show you what it is really like to set up an enclosed diode laser cutter like this and get it going. It's important to note that while we've been using laser cutters for years, we have not ever set up or used an XTool S1, although we have set up the xTool D1 and the M1, so we're a little ahead of a completely novice xtool user! But our goal is to be able to do a successful test run before we finish. Will it work? Keep watching to find out!
So the XTool S1 is the flagship DIODE laser cutter and engraver from xTool. It cuts wood, paper, leather, and dark acrylic, and it can also engrave all those things, as well as engrave metal and rock, like slate.
It should be noted that unlike the M1, you cannot cut vinyl on the S1 -- the M1 had a blade cutter as well as a laser cutter, but the M1 does not. You would NOT want to cut regular vinyl or other Poly Vinyl Chloride materials (like faux leather) on a laser cutter because it will release chlorine gas and hurt your machine. Other things you want to avoid cutting on a laser cutter are fiberglass, polypropylene foam, polystyrene, ABS, and polycarbonate.
But what you can do with the S1 that you could not do with the M1 is cut thicker things and do it faster. It's also easier to upgrade -- you can upgrade it from a 20 watt to a 40 watt by buying a new laser module, and you can also add other accessories to it, like the rotary kit to engrave things like tumblers.
It's important to note that xTool is still a DIODE laser cutting machine, which is essentially an LED (Light Emitting Diode) that is SUPER bright and powerful -- the light is pushed through a lens where it is focused to a very narrow point. The xTool S1 has a .06mm laser spot to do ultra-fine engraving and cutting with minimal scorching.
Note that diode lasers cannot cut through nor engrave clear acrylics (without hacks).
Safety - The S1 is a class 1 safety diode laser cutter. It will automatically stop working when the enclosure is opened or the bottom plate is removed or tilted. It has five flame sensors and one temperature sensor for detecting problems. Also, the laser cutter and engraver machine viewing cover can filter bad light to protect your eyes.
The xTool comes with it's own software called Creative Space, and it works on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. The software is free to download and use, so it's a great way to get familiar with laser engraving and cutting before you invest in an Xtool machine. You can get the software at xtool.com/pages/software
Our kit came with a Smart Air Assist, a strong airflow output power of 30L/min for a cleaner surface, and automatic airflow control for engraving and cutting.
The xTool S1 20w laser cutter and engraver machine has a processing area of 498*330mm and the engraver has a processing speed of up to 600mm/s, which helps efficient engraving and cutting.
