laser cutters

Review: xTool F2 Ultra Laser Engraver

Manufacturer: xTool Price as tested: $4,699 Link: https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-f2-ultra-60w-mopa-40w-diode-dual-laser-engraver xTool hasn’t taken their foot off the gas this year as they continue to release new models with incredible features. The F2 Ultra ups the power available to desktop laser users and brings new tricks to the table. Have you ever wanted to cut through up to 2mm of steel or engrave it with color engravings? If the answer is yes, keep reading, it’s about to get fun. The F line from...

March 18, 2026Uncategorized, , , , , , 0 Comments
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Review: xTool MetalFab Laser Welder/CNC Cutter

Manufacturer: xTool Link: xtool.com/pages/xtool-metalfab-laser-welder-and-cnc-cutter Price: $11,998–$14,499 xTool’s MetalFab is a piece of serious production equipment designed by people with experience making easy-to-use things. It’s an incredible laser cutter/welder/cleaner designed for shops and small businesses, and although its capabilities are tremendous, the learning curve is short enough that beginners can quickly get up and running. We met with tool ambassadors Kyle Morrison and Monim Abdullah at xTool’s U.S. headquarters to try out the MetalFab. The fiber laser comes in 800W or...

January 28, 2026Uncategorized, , , , , , , , , 0 Comments
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What Cuts What? Lasering Different Materials

One of the most important parts about deciding to purchase a new laser cutter/engraver is knowing what materials that laser can cut and engrave. Here’s a basic table to help you decide what will work best for your needs.

Laser Cutting and Engraving Material Compatibility

MaterialBlue diode laserCO₂ laserFiber laserWoodCuts & engraves (thin, up to ~3mm)Cuts & engraves (thicker cuts, up to ~20mm)Engraves onlyAcrylic (clear)Cannot cut/engraveCuts & engravesCannot cut/engraveAcrylic (colored)Cuts & engraves (dark colors)Cuts & engravesCannot cut/engraveLeatherCuts & engraves...

September 10, 2025Uncategorized, , , , , 0 Comments
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Review: xTool F1 Ultra Laser Cutter

Manufacturer: xTool Price as tested: $3,699 Link: https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-f1-ultra-20w-fiber-diode-dual-laser-engraver Previously we looked at the xTool F1; this time we bring you the F1 Ultra, a machine that is more of a big cousin than a big brother to the F1. If you are willing to give up the extreme portability for more power, the F1 Ultra is here for you. Unboxing the F1 Ultra is a surprise — it’s big. It has a 220mm×220mm cutting area, not huge for...

July 10, 2025Uncategorized, , , , , , , 0 Comments
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Review: xTool F1 Laser Cutter

Manufacturer: xTool Price as tested: $1,999 Link: https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-f1 The phrase “small but mighty” might have been created to describe the xTool F1. Fully enclosed, it will only take up a small corner of your desk while still giving you dual blue and IR diode lasers. If you’re a craft person looking to take a laser to events to personalize items during the event, keep reading, because you’ve found your laser. While the cutting area of the F1 isn’t large,...

June 20, 2025Uncategorized, , , , , , 0 Comments
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