Introduction: How to Use XTool M1 to Engrave Cups

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Using the Xtool M1 and Rotary we are going to be able to engrave our names or other graphics into cups.

Supplies

Xtool M1

Ra2 Rotary

Cup

Step 1: Turn It On

Turn on Xtool M1 and plug into mac laptop

Step 2: Open XCS

Open Xtool Creative space

Step 3: Set to Cylindrical

Set XCS to Laser Cylindrical

Step 4: Use Chucks

Change the settings to use Chucks

Step 5: Measure Diameter

Measure diameter of cup with caliper ( if cup is tapered measure in the middle of where you want to put the image)

Step 6: Set Perimeter

input the diameter of the cup you measured with the caliper. (make sure you input into the diameter box and perimeter will auto calculate.)

Step 7: Connect Rotatory

Make sure rotatory is in place and plugged in (rotary should be nearby or in the machine)

Step 8: Tighten Cup in Place

Place the cup in chucks and tighten with  tool( let the red light land on the middle of the cup and make sure the rotary is straight.

Step 9: Level the Cup

if cup is tapered level the cup using the tiny level and placing shims under the rotary 

you can move the shims further down to increase the height.

Step 10: Measure Height

Once the cup is level we need to check the distance if clicking the ruler doesn't bring up the option to use manual measure, simply turn off the laser so you can move the head directly over the cup and use the small ruler placed on the cup to measure to the top of the head. ( when the there's a light behind it its much easier to see what exactly the distance is as it will be whichever mark is dark)

Step 11: Add Image

If you want to add an image click image in the top left and navigate to your image. For text simple click text on the left bar and type in your text

Step 12: Set Up Image

set line near the center of the cup and make sure image is fully on the lit side

Step 13: Set Speed and Power

Click the graphic and Set settings to 100 power and 200 speed

Step 14: Click Start

click off the graphic double check settings and click start

Step 15: Start for Real

Click start again and close the lid then

Step 16: For Real for Real START

Press button on Xtool