Showing off what the RA2 pro can do xTool Rotary Engraving
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- Опубліковано 14 кві 2022
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XTool continues to be innovators in the field of laser technology. In this video I get to show off the versatility built into the RA2 Pro Rotary.
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Would like to thank you for the amazing content you’ve made on your channel, I learned a lot
Thanks for saying that hoping to have more videos out soon.
Wow they really did think of everything!
It's crazy I think Jason is the CEO and one of the engineers and you can tell he not only designs for it but actually uses it.
Awesome! Thanx for sharing. I have the RA2 still in the box.
Glad I could help!
Great content!
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Yes I saw how cheap everything was this past weekend those prices were incredible!!!
Another amazing videos.
Thank you so much! I love this rotary I'll definitely be sharing more about it.
This is VERY cool! I've already got a smaller chuck for my wood lathe so I think I'm going to make an add on to my ortur rotary that can do this same thing! Thanks for the video!
That would be awesome I'd love to see that.
@@ChadsCustomCreations I'll let you know how it works out!
Great video. Would love to see you doing the inside of the ring!
Still need to do this
I never even knew this existed! Amazing, now i want one...
I highly recommend it!
U never knew of this for watching S #%^ out of TV / Media
Thank you i just bought the pro chuck laser
The RA2 pro is still a great choice!
Hi - This video was fantastic! Can you use the RA2 Pro with the Laserbox Rotary? I'd like the power and functionality of the Laserbox - however - I want to be able to engrave items (like mugs) that have a larger diameter than what the Laserbox supports. I've heard you can raise the box and drop the pan to accomplish this. If I do that - I would also be interested in adding the RA2 Pro chuck. Thank you!
Merry Christmas.
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What are the power and speed settings that you use for the mugs?
Towards the beginning, you use a small knife/stylus cutter to open the box. Is that a custom tool or something generally available? I would love one of those! Especially for opening gifts on Christmas, when everyone wants to use my pocket knife.
Good eye so this is what's called a marking knife generally used in woodworking but it is handy everywhere really. I purchased just the blade and used a laser to create the handles that I then attached they also sell pre made versions as well. Hope this helps. www.amazon.com/dp/B0959BWXWX?tag=onamzchadddow-20&linkCode=ssc%20&creativeASIN=B0959BWXWX&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1KAVWX9D3LSU5
Did you ever do a video on marking inside of rings? I didn't see one in your channel...
I am sorry I have not but the xtool official page does have some
I am intrigued with the 4th axis. How difficult is that to learn?
Not bad at all as long as you can measure circumference you can do it. Once they start shipping these out I'll release my tutorial video on how to do it. It's much simpler than it sounds. Not as easy as the roller style rotary but not bad.
Cool vid bud
Thank you!
Can you please try a spherical Christmas ornament. Thank you for your videos, I love them.
If I can get around to it I'll definitely test it out. I know xtool has videos of this being done though if you want to check out their UA-cam channel.
@@ChadsCustomCreations thank you, I will go find the video. 😊
@@ChadsCustomCreations LOL! If he gets "around" to it...ah he got puns.
hell yea !
Cool right?
Great video, When do you think you will have the full setup tutorial ready you spoke about
Thank you I have all the footage already just need to organize the edit. Do you happen to know when the first orders will start to arrive? I would like to release the tutorial right before then.
@@ChadsCustomCreations I believe they will start shipping on April 30th
@@DK-dp5gz perfect thank you for letting me know this.
@@ChadsCustomCreations Any news on the full setup tutorial. The RA2s are starting to arrive :-)
@@DK-dp5gz I about have it ready to upload just a few more tweaks I got sidetracked by our Podcast recently needing to do a video pod that took forever to edit because of some technical issues.
Looks like xtool official just released a 5 min video tutorial showing it off very good starter I am hoping mine can add a little knowledge aswell as basic uses aswell. Thanks to staying with me.
Hey Nice Video. What Paint did you spray on the mug to get a Black Laser result?
Cold galvanizing spray but I didn’t say it cause it smells so toxic I didn’t want any copying it. I would recommend cermark spray for glass and ceramic it’s pricey but your health is worth it.
Thank You@@ChadsCustomCreations
I got a question. For stainless steel. Do you have any recommendations for a black laser engraving marking aerosol??? I’m thinking on getting on spray on Amazon to engrave some knives but not sure if my Xtool D1 (10W) would work
This is what I am using having great success works with my d1 10w I used it on the ring. www.amazon.com/dp/B07K4Y8D62?tag=onamzchadddow-20&linkCode=ssc%20&creativeASIN=B07K4Y8D62&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.9RX0388VQUF4
@@ChadsCustomCreations Can you use this on glass?
@@studymusic6730 yes with glass just need to put down something to absorb the heat like black tempura paint or there are other options also.
Has anyone tried a golf club shaft?
Hi bro, I wonder how to engrave a ring inside, like the one you showed at the end of the video, i want to buy a laser machine and I'm thinking about one of those but it's especially for jewelry and that.
Oh man I completely forgot I never posted a video on how to do that! Adding it to my list. Since you’re here thou all you have to do is raid the rotary up at a 45degree angle and this allows you to bring the laser point into the inside of the ring for engraving.
@@ChadsCustomCreations thanks bro, I appreciate you take the time to answer 🙏
mantap bro
I've been using the regular rotary for a year now. Finally fed up with some tumblers today do with the handles so I'm going to give this a shot. It's on its way. My goal is to put the new one in the Chuck style mode permanently and use the old one when I do not require the Chuck. Will I have issues? Do they have different settings that would have to be changed each time?
I believe having both is a smart move. As far as I remember you will just have to check the box on whether you are using the chuck style or rotary the settings should remain saved for each.
@Chads Custom Creations thanks. I'll reply to this thread once I find out for sure and maybe it will help someone else
Hey, I'm thinking about getting the full setup from xtool, but I was wondering what is the stuff (the gray spray) you're spraying onto some of the materials?
That is cold galvanizing spray. I didn’t mention it because the fumes were so toxic! I don’t recommend it. Instead look into cermark cost more but your health is worth it.
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@@ChadsCustomCreations sadly, it won't be until I sell my house . . . which, with the way repairs are going, won't be for a little while yet . . . but thank you all the same!! ^_^
great vidéo, is it compatible with Sculpfun s10 20w ?
I would think so check the description on the link in my description I believe they have a list of confirmed machines that are direct plug and use. If not you could always wire it up to a plug that would fit into your y axsis stepper driver.
I have a request for something I would like you to try. I have not been able to find anyone who's done this yet, but maybe I'm not looking hard enough. In my head I'm thinking of starting with a flat piece of lexan or similar material in either white or clear, and it would need to be just a few mm thick. On one side I think it would need to be painted black and then have a graphic etched into that side. This way when a light shines from the back the graphic "lights" up. Can this be done with a laser like the XTool?
I think this can be done I am adding it to my list.
Does this rotary device work with CO2 lasers like Aeon or Thunder laser?
I believe those lasers might run a voltage of 24v instead of the 12v that I believe the xtool pushes out. You may just need to put in some kind of reducer to keep it from overheating the stepper motor but I believe it could be done or you could even replace this stepper motor with a larger 24v motor. Disclaimer I am not an electrical engineer and I could be wrong.
Does the laser always cut black on teh mug? It looked white but it's orange.
I used cold galvanizing spray to engrave the ceramic black but I don’t recommend the fumes seemed deadly to me
quick question: I am engraving a wine tumbler and i have tried everything...everything. My solution so far is to use the 3 metal prongs on the chuck on the INSIDE of the cup. My question is, do i turn the machine the opposite way to get the engraving right side up? (I think i'm overthinking this)
Best advice I can say is put a piece of scrap in or a test cup in there and note the direction of the logo and if it is mirrored you will have to rotate the rotary 180 degrees.
@@ChadsCustomCreations thanks so much!
Hi. Have you tried engraving a pepple? How long does your laser last and are they expensive to replace?
Do you mean a pebble like as in a rock? If so I think it maybe similar to engraving on that slate coaster so would probably lighten up the stone I bet it would work great in darker rocks. I believe they are rated for 8000-10000 hours of laser time. To replace you can check out the cost of the laser units on xtool.com
@@ChadsCustomCreations yeah a rock. Looking to put a picture name and date on there for momerial. I was thinking it would be the same as slate but didnt want to damage laser. Thanks for your help and prompt response
@@MyPawfectJourneyFYD damage to the laser shouldn't be an issue.
they dont include risers for the laser with the new rotary..?
Sold separately because a lot of people most likely already have them. Gives buyers more options I would think.
Could you try something as small as a pen?
Absolutely! I'll add that to my list next time I get some footage. It can definitely do that though.
Hay what spray do you have spray on the mug?
I used cold Galvanizing spray but man that smelled so toxic and instantly set my fire alarm off I would look for Cermark for ceramic or glass as it doesn’t smell like your killing your self.
Chads Custom Creations Will it work with a Glowforge laser cutter?
I would bet not, my understanding of glowforge is you must use their proprietary software which I bet would not allow for this.
@@ChadsCustomCreations thank you for responding.
I wish you would have showed the wire set up
Go check out my other video on the RA2 pro on it it goes much more in depth.
@@ChadsCustomCreations I figured it out I had to redo the wires . Thanks I’ll check you out tho
Do you know if it is compatible with the Atomstack?
I got this this response from Xtool official "the RA2 Pro is compatible with most open laser machines such as Atomstack, ORTUR, NEJE, Twotress."
Nice
Hello, how do you get it to engrave in black on the mugs?
I used a spray called cold galvanizing spray but I don’t recommend it the fumes seemed super toxic and set off my fire alarm instantly. I would instead recommend cermark ceramic marking spray.
Do you know if the RA2 will work with something as large as a basketball or volleyball?
Phew that would be tricky, they do say that you can 3d print grabbers for the jaws, so it's possible maybe. With something like I would either use the roller function of the RA2 pro instead of the chuck, or you could hot glue a puck or something to the ball that you could grab with that jaws of the chuck.
@@ChadsCustomCreations Thank you, I was thinking if not then maybe the Laserpecker 2 would as it has a hand held feature
I am waiting for a tutorial to be able to engrave on a ring, silver or gold, I saw that you put a special srpay to be able to engrave, could you explain to me what srpay you used and what is the configuration in the software?
Yes that is brilliance marking spray or you can use cermark spray let it dry. My setting was 100 power 100 speed but I believe you can go faster and still get great results.
@@ChadsCustomCreations Excellent, is there no other way to engrave gold and silver rings with just the correct laser?
@@osvaldofervio7809 so as far as I have found the 20w diode laser will engrave steel. For other metals you need a fiber laser or xtool is putting out a infrared laser head that has the correct wavelength for metals and plastics.
@@ChadsCustomCreations I have xtool D1 and just saw "xTool 1064nm Infrared Laser Module" which can engrave on silver, gold and all metals, so before I buy it I would like to know if my xtool can use this or need more tools,
Can I contact you or a call to explain? I need engraving for a jewel.
@@osvaldofervio7809 if you have the D1 it will plug in right where your other laser head goes. Go check out their live demonstration on their channel on xtool UA-cam channel
Ring tutorials for sure
Do we still need this?
Hello there I have a question do u have to change the cinconference and the diameter for each cup?
If all the cups are the same no need to change when using the Chuck style rotary.
If using it in the roller style you don't ever have to change the settings once you have it set even when your objects are changing in diameter
@@ChadsCustomCreations but on the chuck I have to if they are different sizes
@@rigopulido4897 only with the Chuck will it make a difference you can still type it in with rollers selected but my understanding is if you have the diameter and steps set correctly on your rollers you don't have to change anything else.
Chuck yes change it
Rollers doesn't matter
@@ChadsCustomCreations thank you
What did you spray it with?
Brilliance metal marking spray
Is it worth putting this say on a laser master 2? 5.5W output or do you need to go stronger for glass and mugs?
Oh heck yes definitely you may have to run it probably slower but it should do great.
@@ChadsCustomCreations any chance this will work for a onefinity CNC with a jtech laser connected? I have a 7w laser on it. I have laser master 2 as well. but the stronger laser is on my onefinity.
@@st0mper121 Do you happen to know the voltage output coming from the onefininity y axsis driver. If it is 12v and not the 24v I believe you would be able to wire up a. Plug and it would work perfectly.
@@ChadsCustomCreations The steppers show 2.8 amp im going to guess its 24 V ill just keep it on the laser master 2 if its powerful enough.
I think you will be happy with it set up like that. If you ever did feel like changing it over I believe there are voltage reducers you can put inline to make it work but I think keeping it on the dedicated machine would be best.
How long did the chicken poop smell last? Need some serious fume extraction for that!
Thank the Good lord it was there for only a few minutes.
Can you engraved on plastic materials with the xtool?
Acrylics definitely and if you see I engrave on that plastic cup I didn't quite get the right speed and power but it actually did work.
@@ChadsCustomCreations alright thanks. One more further question. What if I have a 3d printed item. Can they be engraved too?
@@idustee8092 good question I will test that out PLA right?
@@ChadsCustomCreations yes PLA. Thanks so much
What did you spray on the mugs and glassware?
So this was rustoleums cold galvanizing spray. I will talk about it in the tutorial it was my first time using it, but I must say the results were good but I think there maybe some serious health concerns with lasering this stuff. Reminds me of my days in welding classes in college they said never weld galvanized metals it can cause something they call metal fume fever. I will go over it but I don't think I'll recommend that technique as I think there are safer options.
@@ChadsCustomCreations Understood
@Lessko Brandon Thank you for sharing this experience, yeah I had a very mild case of this while doing some welding on galv in my college days in a sculpture class I thought I was being safe being outside and keeping my face away but didn't seem to be enough. I think I need to test out that brilliance metal marking spray on the ceramics and glass and see how it does cause it seems to be much less toxic. I would hate to share this galv technique and cause a bunch of people to get sick or harm others.
@Lessko Brandon well it was probably a "mind" thing in that case ughh stupid me
You know I don't get it most of my cylindrical objects are not truly round and as you spin them you'll notice this but no one talks about this. How come?
Yes so if you have to get a good engraving on a cone shaped object it is quite tough but buster beagle I believe has a video on how to adjust your images to make up for this.
Thanks for answering so quickly
Can anyone confirm if this works with a ONEFINITY?
I cannot but I imagine it would be possible as you could probably wire it up to just use the Y axis wires to control. I believe this runs on 12v so you may need to convert that if the onefinity is running on 24v
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Haha I had to have a little fun
Why does Forrest Gump clips flash in your video
My sad attempt at humor I kept saying eggs just like in Forest Gump the character kept saying shrimp.
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What was that you sprayed on the mug??? Lol
Cold galvanizing spray from Lowes I don't recommend it as the fumes smelled highly toxic. I would say look into Cermak or brilliance marking spray instead.
Can you please do a pen out of colored plastic
I will add that to my list thanks for the suggestion
Sponsored by XTool? There is no critical feedback. Surely it can't be the end of all rotary laser development?
Hello Peter, thanks for watching. Xtool did send the rotary to me to test out. I tested it out I haven't found anything to not like. I believe the engineers over there are actual users of the machines which makes for some great products unlike whomever decided to put the oil filter on my truck directly above my front axel on my f150. 🤦♂️