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wood laser engraving work

on April 26, 2022by Raymond Lei

Wood Laser Engraving: A Beginner's Guide

Laser engraving machines have made wood engraving easier, better, and faster than ever. But unfortunately, wood engraving has always been challenging for new users because it requires expertise and experience. The wood might not offer the expected...

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raster and vector image of xtool

on April 20, 2022by Raymond Lei

Beginner's Guide on Raster and Vector Engraving

Raster engraving and vector engraving are the two types of engravings done using a laser engraving machine. Both types of engravings have their distinct appearance, features, pros & cons, and limitations. Therefore, the user must decide...

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acrylic engraving

on April 06, 2022by xTool online store

Acrylic Laser Engraving: Speed & Power Settings, Accessory and Material

Hello friends! It's time for a quick chat on acrylic engraving, not to be confused with acrylic etching, which is something else entirely. For engraving, just like cutting, we're going to need opaque acrylic. Not just...

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position material and laser on xtool d1

on March 25, 2022by Raymond Lei

How to Position Your Material and Laser in xTool D1?

You received your xTool D1 and can’t wait to start engraving or cutting, but you are overwhelmed on how to begin after you downloaded the software and firmware? I (Jo Stapleton) will explain to the best...

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laser cutting machine feature image

on March 11, 2022by Raymond Lei

Laser Cutting: Ultimate Guide for 2022

Laser Cutting has made the cutting of materials easier than ever. Now, users can cut metals, wood, or any other materials with high precision, accuracy, and speed. These have brought a revolution to cutting machines. If...

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laser engraving machine and projects

on March 10, 2022by Raymond Lei

Laser Engraving: All You Need to Know

Laser Engraving is a splendid use of laser and technology that brings tons of benefits to the user. If you are not familiar with laser engraving, how to do it, what items to engrave, and what...

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Marketing Gimmicks and Real Values in a Laser Cutter

on March 01, 2022by xTool online store

Marketing Gimmicks and Real Values in a Laser Cutter

If you've been around laser engravers for only a short time, you'll be seeing all kinds of claims by various manufacturers and resellers concerning the power of their products. One of the current trends is something...

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The Complete Laser Cutting Materials List!

on January 19, 2022by xTool online store

The Complete Laser Cutting Materials List!

A laser cutter gives you a variety of options to create custom items. While you might see a laser cutter for wood quite often, this isn’t the only material you can use. In fact, there are...

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How to Maintain Your 3D Laser Cutter?

on January 19, 2022by xTool online store

How to Maintain Your 3D Laser Cutter?

Maintenance plays an important role in keeping almost anything working properly. It’s how to prevent things from breaking and needing repairs. Think about all the items that require regular maintenance: appliances, cars, houses, etc. Even our...

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