Ceramic Engraving with Lasers: Batch Production, Sales Ideas, & More with the xTool F1 Ultra

I have been amazed at the possibilities of the new xTool F1 Ultra. The fiber laser makes for some great deep engraving in ceramics. See all the possibilities with mugs, vases, and more. Great gifts or customizations for sales and big batches.

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—⏱Timestamps⏱—
00:00 Introduction
00:53 Why Fiber Laser & Sales Ideas
02:31 Mug Jig
03:55 Diameter & Curves
04:27 Mugs & Rotary
06:33 Handmade Ceramics
07:37 Settings and XCS Software
08:20 File & Design Ideas
09:50 Vases
10:33 Plates
10:56 Planters
11:44 Final Results
12:37 Final Tips & Ideas

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[lueannabracha]

In the handmade mug I kinda like the tapered off effect due to the handmade quality of the item.

[jasonnunya]

OMG, I went to Camp Orkila in 6th grade. Great camp., thanks for showing them some love.

[denneyfifield]

With the rollers, I will use elastic bands around the item to keep the item from moving around.

[jackhaen]

The most recent update to the XCS software (V2.1.2) for the xTool F1 Ultra now has the curved material function. Will you be doing a video on how to us it?

[briancarter]

I noticed that you did not change the frequency in the IR set up (was set to 30). I believe this can go up to 60. This may help with the ceramics.

[harryhanson]

What was your method for lining up your engraving with the handle when using the rotary attachment?

[Mmeedo]

I have been using P100S150LPC300 on my F1 Ultra with 1 pass only. The results are great.

For few mugs I had to do a cleanup pass to lighten the color by changing the speed to 300.

Chuck method all the time to secure that precious focus.

[ShanFazzi]

Is there a Reference Sheet or other resource that could give a general sense of how long embossing with the F1 Ultra for different materials would be about? I know this is a big question but I'm looking into viability for a project and any reference or other materials discussing embossing times for materials would be very helpful.

[elizabethcarrasco]

Would this work on concrete all vessels as well?

[brucemccoy]

Enjoy your videos. Have you tried Veronica mugs with your F1?

[connieshearing]

Do you seal the ceramic after the engraving? Are they microwave safe after?

[adinamm]

Have you tried engraving terra cotta with the f1 ultra?

[jackjfb]

Great video! I would hope that Xtool could have all promised features ready to go for the 4k price tag. So far, the Ultra seems to be coming up short on batching, conveyor, curved surface, camera, etc. I'm confident that these issues will be corrected over time via software, but again, 4k for beta?

[TheExtremeElementz]

Do you need to coat the bare ceramic after you’re done?

[canadianrealinfovlogs]

Very useful video
Thanks
Where to buy ceramic mugs for engraving?

[elainerathbun]

Have you tried engraving on mable? A friend wants initials engraved on wine chillers. =/

[PrewittHomestead]

Great video and thanks for sharing. What if you worked with a local pottery and engraved the mugs before glazing? Keep in mind, I don't know squat about pottery.

[FoothillsAdventures]

They really need to release the 3d mapping for this. I have accidentally messed a few Mugs by making them too large. I guess ill have to use the chuck for now.

[richellefiscus]

You said curved engraving will be coming soon to the f1 ultra. Will that be a software update if purchased before or will you have to buy a new part or an entire updated machine? And I love my creative fabrica!

[SJWoodworks]

Maybe 3d print bigger chuck jaws, or an insert for that planter specifically so it can go on the chuck? The rollers just aren't repeatable, but the chuck does okay.