xTool P2 — 3mm Basswood Plywood

What speed should I use to engrave 3mm Basswood Plywood on the xTool P2?

The top-rated community setting uses 400 mm/s at 25% power. Very fast engrave. 25% power is plenty at 55W — too much and you burn through.

How many passes does the xTool P2 need to cut 3mm Basswood Plywood?

All settings here use a single pass. Confirm focus and do a small test burn before committing to your final design.

Do I need air assist for 3mm Basswood Plywood on the xTool P2?

Yes — 1 of the 2 settings here specify air assist on. It clears smoke and debris from the cut line, improves edge quality, and reduces fire risk especially during cutting.

What DPI should I use to engrave 3mm Basswood Plywood on the xTool P2?

Settings here use 300 DPI. For photographic detail or fine artwork, consider testing at higher DPI, but expect longer run times.

What software do I use with the xTool P2 for 3mm Basswood Plywood?

The xTool P2 works with xTool Creative Space. Enter the speed, power, and passes directly into your software's layer settings — no conversion needed.