Xtool S1: What most laser reviews DON'T tell you.
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- Опубліковано 17 вер 2024
- In this Xtool S1 Laser review video, I not only review this laser but I also tell you a lot of things that I have not heard other reviewers say when they review diode lasers. In this video, I discuss the reality of using a laser for a small business, cutting and engraving problems, and many other concerns that will help you make an informed decision when trying to decide on which laser to buy.
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Great Job Tom. I purchased the laser a few weeks ago, and agree needs a handle. I 3d printed a handle for the 40w moduler. Works perfectly. I agree no camera, what is with this. So, I'm in the process of working on a camera installation. First, finding a camera that works with this bed size. I tried an older camera I had, it wokred, but I have a new camera coming that has greater FOV. We shall see, the hardest part, figuring out the mounting location for the best location,. I have it woking with lightburn, and created a few macros so that I can control the laser with the lid open. Again, great job.
Finally, an honest review! Every other content maker who receives an Xtool laser sings the praises of Xtool, almost in a cult-like manner. Im not a hater, I have 2 Xtool lasers, with very few problems.
I agree! They are good machines but not the best thing since sliced bread as other make them out to be. Thanks for the feedback.
Xtool a marketing company. Support sucks.
Support never included in reviews.
Never included horrible reviews of xtool support.
Better get lucky getting it to work out of the box or……
That's a great point. I can only speak for my experience. I have 3 different xtool lasers. I have not had any hardware issues with them yet. Therefore no need for support. If you or anyone else has support issues, it's a good idea to post them on videos like mine so other people can read them. But I encourage you to be specific rather than saying things like "support sucks".
Good balanced and, above all, honest review. Thanks Tom.
Hi Mark, Lasers are interesting and useful but not for everyone. Thanks for tuning in.
Tom, I don’t upcycle, so I have only watched your game videos. I have to say, first, you have the THE best logo ever. Hands down (or head down).
I think it is great that you started with the challenges/drawbacks. Another is the speed. If each of your items takes 1/2hr to an hr, as a side hustle it will be a slow slog.
Look forward to seeing your chotchies (sp).
Thanks for watching and commenting! I also have more game and toy videos on the horizon.
Thanks Tom for the review. I always wanted a laser cutter but could not justify the expense since I'm just crafting for myself and a few family members. After watching this review I decided I'm probably too stupid to figure all the adjustments out😂plus no good place to put it.
I'm with you, donnamc.
They are fun but they do take up a lot of space. The xtool F1 is smaller but these aren't cheap. Have a good week.
There is a whole lot You could add in the video that related to the DIODE laser as a whole. Maintenance, spare part availability (laser head, focal lenses, protective lenses etc. (they are expensive and hard to get with some diode brands)) and price, long cut times, improper air assist (you should use an air compressor to get good results FYI). And NO ONE is talking about this point at all. Because if You dip Your head inside this exact problem, You will understand how disgusting it is. Right now, i looked for the s1 spare parts. All i see is the protective glass for 15$ that is sold as "laser lens". First off, you can buy like 20 of those for 5$ and they will work fine, considering this is a consumable, its quartz glass protective piece (it is not a lens), but what i do not see is a focusing lens. That part is a consumable and You cannot purchase it. The most crucial part of the lase besides the laser module itself. Your laser head goes bust? well, that will cost 1k+ to change or beg the suport to send you the focal lens.
Everything you do to overcome the limitations of the machine by taping or spraying takes a lot of time and additional resources to make. The price for this piece of tech is on par with a diy co2 laser. I had been waiting for 6 months (no joke) for a new laser head from China and in this time built a co2 laser. It's not night and day. It's earth and moon in terms of how quick, accurate and hands off this is. A good air compressor is not only for the charring. It is a fire safety system. i have seen to many posts with co2 lasers and alike with small fishtanks combust when unattended. That is because of the air assist being too weak. All in all, i like the honesty. I stopped watching youtube in regards to laser cutting, because its all about those crappy diodes and compact co2 lasers with stupid hard to find tubes.
You want them to provide items to modify your house ???
Half way in and not a single detail on the s1
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you got to be using these tools , if you are a designer of something unique, which isn't offered. then you can make a profit and sell less. same as 3d printers
What most laser reviews DON'T tell you..."hmmm...that the reviewer gets it for FREE and we are supposed to trust them"?
That depends on the reviewer. For me...yes. Did I say something that wasn't true? If you watched the whole video you would know that it was more negative than positive.
Overpriced like the glow
If you know of a machine with similar features and a lower cost, I'm sure we'd all love to hear about it.
Have you looked at the WeCreat? ua-cam.com/video/FYIkpRzrup8/v-deo.html
There are a ton of people that had issues out of the box with the recreate new lasers