A Woodworker's Introduction to the xTool S1 laser

If You have a Basement Shop: Get the Smoke Filter. // WnW300
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Unboxing / Setup / Try-out -- Is this useful to a woodworker?
Taking a look at the new xTool S1 -- 40 Watt diode laser engraver/cutter + Smoke Filter.
The world of laser gizmos is a fast changing one.
Get the Smoke Filter!
I tried out a laser just over 2-1/2 years ago, and it was okay, but the low power and lack of any protective enclosure meant I really was not that interested in it.
This unit is powerful enough to cut through (thin) plywood, is fast, is a diode laser so less complex and delicate than a C02 laser, has a protective enclosure, built in fan, and I got it with a smoke filter so I can even use it inside in my basement shop.
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INDEX
00:00 Unboxing
03:09 NOT Sponsored
03:30 More Features
07:00 Smoke Filter
08:45 Order Of Operations
18:14 When To Stop?

[@pileofstuff]

There seems to be a lot of new desktop lasers being released these days.
It's always fun to have a new tool in the shop.

[@deborahwolfe4517]

I love my three XTool lasers. Needed something to do during the shutdown so I started with the 10 watt diode. Just a basic unit. Put extensions on it and learned to use. It was before Christmas I had people asking me to make them gifts. Guess what they wanted to pay me. Paid it off within a couple of months. Bought the 20 watt diode next, same thing more power and it cut faster. My husband has lathes and makes beautiful bowls. I saw the P2 and was in awe of the curved surfaces feature. I thought I can engrave on his hand turned bowls, pencils or pencil holders. The P2 became my 3rd it is a CO2 laser and just stepped things up a notch. I wanted to be able to cut clear and blue acrylic. It does the trick. I also use it to cut a black acrylic with white core which my husband uses as medallion’s for some of his pieces. I am happy with my choices and have refrained from more as a hobby it keeps me busy. The P2 makes beautiful trophies and such for a side gig. Plus I am having fun.

[@dpmakestuff]

Great video. That looks like a solid unit. When your smoke extractor starts beeping let me know and I'll tell you what I do!

[@rick_.]

Techmoan reference!

[@Wordsnwood]

Technology Connections for sure. What did you think was from Techmoan?

[@BenWolkWeiss]

Fun to have a new tool in the shop! Hope you get the air assist in soon and really good call to get the air filter with it. Pretty expensive though. Could you go over making a DIY version with some activated charcoal furnace filters?
Is this unit powerful enough to engrave brass? I think a brass medallion with black lettering would look real classy on walnut pieces.

[@cidercreekranch]

$700US for what is a fan and a HEPA filter(s)?