xTool S1 — 3mm Basswood Plywood

What speed should I use to engrave 3mm Basswood Plywood on the xTool S1?

The top-rated community setting uses 6000 mm/min at 50% power. Fast fill engrave. Reduce to 4000mm/min for photo-quality detail work.

How many passes does the xTool S1 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 S1?

Yes — 2 of the 4 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 S1?

Settings here use 254–300 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 S1 for 3mm Basswood Plywood?

The xTool S1 works with xTool Creative Space. Enter the speed, power, and passes directly into your software's layer settings — no conversion needed.