How to Laser Engrave Metal with a Diode Laser | xTool Infrared 1064nm Laser Review

How to engrave metal and plastics with the xTool IR (infrared) 1064nm Diode Laser
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Chapters:
Install 01:28
Setup & Wrench Engraving: 01:46
Stainless Necklace Pendant Engraving: 03:04
Stainless Ring Engraving with RA2 Rotary: 03:23
Plastic Engraving: 04:11
Leather Engraving: 04:58
Gold-Plated Key Chain & Brass Dog Tag Engraving 05:29
Business Card Holder Engraving: 06:17
Gold-Plated Pendant DETAIL TEST: 06:46
Stainless Multi-Tool Engraving: 07:12
Stainless Steel Dog Tag Engraving 07:22
Cleaning a Coin with a Laser: 07:34
Pro's & Con's: 08:18
Conclusion: 10:00

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[alsjka]

I used my 20w non infrared to engrave SS no problem 30 speed 100 % power.

[CruiseMonkeyGames]

Thank you for this video. My partner and I are wanting to get into laser engraving but the cost of one of the big commercial machines is pretty daunting. Adding the IR unit to a 20 W diode seems to be a great solution. Thank you for awesome demonstrations and great explanations, as always.

[millionmilerclub]

That is awesome. Thank you for doing the test work for us so we can retest here with ideas.

[dbcriss]

Nicely done. A couple questions. Your laser bed has no burn marks. Do you never use the diode laser on this bed? And is eye protection needed when using the infrared laser? I really enjoy that you get right at it when explaining the topic. Thanks, David

[JoeyMcNew-Drummer]

A quick funny side note... I've had one of these for about 8 months but I really though I was ordering a 20 watt pro as a backup to my 40 watt pro. I've been watching videos on this laser and went to look at the 20 watt to sell it and realized I was sent this one.. This was a couple of days ago. I jumped in on the LaserPecker 4 premium which is a little beast itself. But now, I'll have to get this one out and see how it works vs. the LaserPecker 4.

[doen.]

Thank you for sharing. I find the focus arm not accurate on my IR module. It focuses too high, and therefor it is a constant fiddle job. Made myself an acrylic block to a specific height that seems to set the module correctly. But even this block needs to be put under the module just right to adjust the module height. Setting the module on it too snug or too loose, changes the color of the engraving from black to white or grey on the silver sheet I am trying out. It is a fiddle job for sure. You better have a lot of patience if your focusing arm is not set correctly. When it works, it looks great. Trying gold next... will see. Not liking the brown color so much I see on your gold sample, hope to get more of a black. The detail is amazing, though.

I would agree, even with my difficulties, for the money, it is a nice addition to the other modules. If you are serious about engraving metal, though, need deep engravings, and need to do production work to make money, investing in a faster 'real' fiber laser, spending the $3000 for an entry level machine, might make more sense.

[leffep]

I used my IR module a lot now, and i do like the results, perfekt details always, but, it´s to slow for anything else than one off things. Larger pieces than small jewelry takes forever. As a complement for those occasions you do one or a few small metal pieces other than stainless, yes, anything else you do need to jack up to a fibre laser.

[individuallydesigned]

I have a question. I have the F1 -- not ultra. Is this the same power as that, at 2 watts? Or is it like the F1 Ultra and 20 watts? I can't find an answer, thanks!! Great video as always!!☺ I'm trying to decide whether to get the F1 Ultra next, or the S1 and add this module. What do you think?

[bethazor]

So question on the power cord you changed out…is there a new power cable that comes with the IR laser?

I only have the 20W laser so not sure if I have to change something else as well.

Thanks for the video, really good info!!

[christyh]

Looks like you're using it inside, what kind of air purifier are you using?

[eralpdemirkazik]

Hı great video i want to learn that can we cut brass plates max 0.5mm thick?

[Tony-owif]

Great Video Man...
A Request Please - Can you do one on engraving stone (not slate)

[teresa]

I just purchased an xTool....so excited !!! QUESTION: CAN YOU USE THE LASER TO TRANSFER IMAGE AN ONTO WOOD FOR THE PURPOSE OF DREMEL CARVING IT??? This so you don't have to use graphite paper and any other method to transfer it onto the wood

[mjsoltis]

Hello, ever marked blackened stainless steel with this laser? I haven't found the best settings.

[bhadreshprajapati]

Thanks for the Video. Question my friend:

Can I use Aerosol Black Laser Ink on aluminium and get black mark using xTool Infrared 1064nm module?

[Fishboneu]

Excellent video, as usual Cornelius! Does xTool sponsor your videos? They should!

[babbagebrassworks]

I need one for my 3018, hopefully they will drop in price as volume goes up.

[texascrossbowdude]

Do you have links to the jewelry blanks or supplies?

[DominicFREUNDNER]

Hi.
Is it possible to engrave chromium with the xtool IR?