xTool D1 Pro Settings & Speeds

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Kraft paper. Lower power than cardstock as kraft is thinner.

Score cardstock for clean fold lines.

Cardstock cut. Slight char on edges at higher power - keep speed up.

Slower fine-detail ceramic tile pass. Suitable for photo engraving on tile with Cermark coating applied.

Ceramic tile direct engrave — diode can etch glazed surface. Results vary by glaze composition. Test first. Cermark improves contrast on polished tiles.

Cork cut — 2 passes at moderate speed. Pin or tape edges as cork is springy and can shift.

Cork engraves easily — keep power low or it chars heavily. Light pass gives a golden-brown mark.

Plywood engrave pass for surface marking and score lines. Adjust DPI to 300+ for photo engraving.

Generic plywood cut — 2 passes for cleaner edge. Pin material flat to avoid shift between passes. Actual passes depend on plywood thickness and glue density.

Higher DPI for fine text and logos on anodized aluminum. Slower speed with lower power gives crisper edges.

Diode lasers mark anodized aluminum directly by ablating the dye layer. No coating needed. Keep power moderate to avoid overburning.

Slower pass for deeper Cermark bond on stainless. Multiple thin coats of spray gives better adhesion.

Apply Cermark or black Molybdenum spray before engraving. Wash residue with water after. Without coating, diode lasers cannot mark bare stainless steel.

Slower pass for finer detail on glass. Mask surface with wet tissue to improve result.

Glass engraving on diode — use masking tape or wet newspaper on surface to reduce micro-fracturing.

Higher speed with full power for faster throughput on marble tile engravings.

Marble ablates cleanly. Lower power than slate — start here and increase if mark is faint.

Higher DPI for fine detail and photo work on slate coasters.

Lower speed for denser ablation on dark slate. Wipe surface clean after engraving.

Very low power for clean tape cutting. Great for custom tape shapes and stickers. Leave tape on its backing — cut through tape only, not backing.

500 DPI gives finer stamp detail. Deeper engrave = higher relief = crisper impression. Always test on scrap first.

Heavy cardstock — go fast and light to avoid charring. No air assist to prevent sheet lifting.

Heavy cardstock — go fast and light to avoid charring. No air assist to prevent sheet lifting.

Light surface engrave without cutting through. Keep power low.

Go fast to avoid charring the flutes. No air assist — prevents material movement. Pin corners down.

9mm birch engraves cleanly. For deeper relief reduce speed or raise power.

5mm plywood engraves well. Deeper relief: reduce speed or increase power slightly.

5mm plywood requires multiple passes on diode — pin material flat between passes. Air assist essential.

2mm basswood engraves with deep contrast. 300 DPI is the sweet spot — higher increases burn time significantly.

2mm basswood cuts in a single pass on most diode lasers. Air assist keeps the cut clean and reduces char.

Tinted acrylic engraves cleanly — pigment absorbs the beam well. Adjust power for contrast.

Tinted acrylic cuts cleaner than clear on diode lasers because the pigment absorbs the beam. Air assist prevents melt-back.

Ablates spray paint to reveal bare metal. Thinner than powder coat so needs less power. Reduce power if paint splatters. Clean with IPA first.

Ablates powder coat to expose bare metal. Clean with IPA first. Black powder coat gives highest contrast. No Cermark needed.

Ablates powder coat to reveal bare metal beneath. Works on powder coated panels, signs, and flat stock. Clean with IPA first. Black powder coat gives highest contrast. No Cermark needed — laser burns off the coating directly.

Engrave from the BACK side for a clean mirrored result.

Cast acrylic cuts cleaner than extruded.

Clean cut. Air assist prevents scorching edges.

Removes anodized coating. Works best on black anodized. Silver/gold anodize needs higher power.

Engrave discolours denim — creates faded/bleached look. Intentional for worn effect.

Stretch denim on backing board. Air assist prevents flare. Sealed edges are a feature.

Dark coloured acrylic absorbs diode better than clear. Results vary by colour — test each.

Black acrylic absorbs 445nm diode well but melts easily. Slow speed + air assist + multiple passes.

Chipboard warps with moisture; press flat before cutting.

Acrylic felt cuts cleanly; wool felt may need 2 passes. Sealed edges are a feature.

Use air assist — EVA can melt and re-seal. Keep speed up and power moderate.

Pleasant aroma when cutting. Excellent contrast on engrave.

Cedar has natural oil content — more forgiving to engrave than pine.

Alder cuts similarly to basswood but slightly denser.

Engrave discolours fabric; use for marking only.

Stretch fabric on a firm backing board. Air assist prevents flare.

Fast light pass — no air assist needed for thin card.

Bamboo fibres can delaminate; masking tape on surface helps.

Rich brown engrave tone — popular for gifts.

Cherry has beautiful warm engrave tone. Cut edges stay clean with air assist.

Oak is dense; 20W diode struggles — increase passes or consider CO2.

Pine resin causes char; air assist essential. Tape surface to reduce marks.

Low power for engraving; cork burns easily.

Cork cuts cleanly; air assist prevents scorching. 2 passes cleaner than 1 at high power.

Clear acrylic is hard for diode lasers — 3 passes at full power. Cast acrylic works better than extruded.

Stainless steel at 20W. Marking spray. High power.

Cork sheet 3mm at 20W. Single pass.

Marble tile at 20W. High power for frosted result.

Cotton at 20W. Light fast pass for texture.

Foam board 5mm at 20W. No air assist.

Bamboo 3mm at 20W. 3 passes. Air assist essential.

Chipboard 2mm at 20W. 2 passes.

Corrugated cardboard at 20W. 2 passes typical.

Rubber stamp at 20W. 300 DPI. Invert design.

Denim engrave at 20W. Worn look. Test power first.

HTV vinyl at 20W. Light score, not full cut.

Faux leather at 20W. Air assist recommended.

Mylar stencil at 20W. Fast and accurate.

EVA foam 6mm at 20W. Skip air assist.

Felt at 20W. Fast single pass. Air assist on.

Copy paper 80gsm at 20W. High speed, low power.

Cardstock 300gsm at 20W. Single pass, high speed.

EVA foam cuts cleanly on the D1 Pro at 70%. Low-medium power prevents excessive melting. No air assist. Heavy fumes — ventilate well. Good for foam stamps and cosplay props.

Felt cuts in one pass on the D1 Pro. 80% at 700mm/min. Turn off air assist. Wool felt cuts cleaner than synthetic. Popular for holiday ornaments and laser-cut craft projects in the xTool community.

Chipboard cuts easily on the D1 Pro in one pass. 85% at 1000mm/min. Clean edges. Good for packaging mockups and stencils. Air assist clears the paper dust efficiently.

Cotton fabric can be cut on the xTool D1 Pro at 78%. Diode cutting of fabric gives slightly singed edges compared to CO2. Pin fabric flat to the honeycomb bed. Test on your specific cotton weight — heavier canvas may need 2 passes.

xTool EasySet library and community guides: 20W diode on anodized aluminum at 4000 mm/min, 100% power, 1 pass. The 455 nm blue diode can ablate the anodize dye layer cleanly. Black anodize gives highest contrast. Clear/natural anodize is very difficult without marking spray. Air assist recommended to clear debris. Source: easyset.xtool.com (D1 Pro collection) + xtool.com/blogs/xtool-academy/aluminum-laser-engraving + cncsourced.com/guides/laser-engraving-anodized-aluminum-etching

Very fast cut on foam board. Great for prototyping and display stands.

High contrast engrave on dark walnut. Reduces power vs basswood since walnut burns darker.

Walnut is denser than basswood — slightly slower speed needed. Beautiful dark natural grain.

Great contrast on bamboo. Wipe with damp cloth to remove residue after engraving.

Baltic birch is denser than basswood. Consistent results with 2 passes.

Light engrave — cork chars easily. Start with lower power and test.

Clean cut. Air assist prevents scorching edges.

Acrylic cuts cleanly with air assist. Remove protective film before cutting.

Inverted image — white areas engrave. Bright white result. Wipe with damp cloth after.

3–4mm vegetable-tanned leather. Thicker hide may need a 3rd pass.

Light touch — dark rich engrave. Test on scrap as thickness varies. No air assist needed.

Good contrast on MDF. Can go faster at 3500mm/min for lighter engrave.

MDF requires more passes than basswood. Keep air assist on to prevent flare-ups.

Photo engraving at 254 DPI. Lower DPI (200) for quicker jobs with less detail.

Clean cut with minimal charring. Air assist essential. Honeycomb bed recommended.

4mm is at the limit for 10W diode. Results vary depending on glue content. Consider 20W for anything over 3mm regularly.

Cork cuts cleanly and easily. Good for trivets, mats, stamps, and decorative pieces. Very forgiving material.

Suede is delicate — very easy to over-burn. Start lower than you think. Result depends heavily on suede quality and thickness. Always test.

Engrave on the BACK of mirrored acrylic for best results — protects the mirror coating. Design must be mirrored in LightBurn before engraving.

Very low power for surface marking without cutting through. Good for personalising notebooks and journals.

Paper cuts cleanly at low power. Great for wedding invites, ornate cut-outs, stencils. Watch for fire — never leave unattended.

Very thin veneer needs very low power. Easy to burn through. High speed, low power. Beautiful result on cards and box lids.

HDF cuts cleaner than MDF with less smoke. Dark edges are normal. Good for jigs and templates.

HDF engraves with excellent detail — very consistent surface unlike plywood. Good cheap alternative to hardwood. Seal after with danish oil.

Two pass on white tile gives deeper, more permanent mark. Great for kitchen tiles and memorial markers. Seal with clear lacquer after.

Cedar is resinous but smells incredible when engraving. Good contrast. More oil than pine — can gum up lens over time. Clean lens regularly.

Alder is underrated for engraving. Fine grain, consistent burn, beautiful warm tone. Similar to basswood but more attractive grain.

2 passes cuts cleanly through 2-3mm veg tan. Seal edges with edge paint or beeswax after cutting for a professional finish.

Higher speed with more power for faster production runs. Slightly lighter result than s001 but much faster cycle time. Good for batch production.

Works on powder-coated tumblers — laser removes coating to reveal metal. Rotary attachment for even engraving. Test on bottom first.

Diode engraves glass surface but results are inconsistent. Mask with wet paper towel to reduce cracking. CO2 produces far better results on glass.

Very clean cut. Faster and lower power than EVA. Good for cosplay props and gaskets.

Cuts cleanly with slightly sealed edges from the heat. Wool felt performs better than acrylic felt. Don't use air assist — blows material around.

Very fast cut. Good for gift boxes, cards, templates. Never leave unattended — cardboard is a fire risk.

Higher DPI for crisp stamp detail. Air assist mandatory — rubber smoke is toxic, ventilate well. Invert your design for a stamp (dark areas become raised).

Diode lasers can cut opaque acrylic but CO2 is far better. 3mm in 3 passes usually. Edges melt slightly — sand if needed.

Pine is resinous — produces more smoke and can gum up lens. Air assist helps. Uneven grain creates inconsistent results. Not ideal for photos.

Beautiful warm contrast on cherry. Closed grain like maple. Smells amazing when engraving. Premium gift material.

Open grain — looks uneven across grain. Normal and organic. Closed-grain woods (maple, cherry) give more uniform results.

Closed-grain hardwood — excellent for fine detail with great contrast. One of the best engraving woods.

Dark wood = lower contrast. Fill engraved areas with white chalk for contrast. Air assist reduces smoke staining.

Cork is very easy to over-burn. Lower power than you think. Lower DPI works fine. Good cheap test material.

Good dark contrast. Seal with lacquer after for a finished look.

Produces a lot of smoke — good ventilation essential. Great for jigs and templates. Edges will be dark.

Good general setting. Glue layers may show as banding on cut edges — normal.

Thick basswood needs patience. Air assist essential. Check after pass 3 — some boards cut through earlier depending on density.

What materials can the xTool D1 Pro engrave or cut?

The xTool D1 Pro has community-tested settings for Kraft Paper, Cardstock, Ceramic Tile, Cork, Plywood, Anodized Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Glass, and 69 more. Results vary by material batch, focus, and ambient conditions — always test on scrap first.

Is the xTool D1 Pro compatible with LightBurn?

The xTool D1 Pro uses xTool Creative Space. LightBurn compatibility may be possible via a community-built device profile.

What is the work area of the xTool D1 Pro?

The xTool D1 Pro has a work area of 430×390 mm (approximately 17×15 inches).

What settings should I use to cut Kraft Paper on the xTool D1 Pro?

A community-tested starting point is speed 2500 mm/min, power 22% in a single pass. Always run a test cut on scrap to confirm before committing to your project.

Can the xTool D1 Pro engrave metal?

Diode lasers can mark anodized aluminium, coated metals, and powder-coated surfaces without any spray. For bare steel, brass, or copper you need a marking compound like Cermark or Dry Moly. Fiber lasers mark bare metal directly without any coating.