Laser Cut Maps for Beginners [xTool D1 Pro]

I just got the xTool D1 Pro and decided that, for my first project, I was going to tackle a laser engraved map. It was a bit of a learning curve but I think it turned out great and in this video I go over all the details on how to create the map files as well as editing in xTool Creative space, cutting, engraving and assembly.

Site-wide Spring Sale

xTool P2: As low as 0% APR，$233/mo | affirm
New-Released - Versatile and Smart Desktop 55W CO2 Laser Cutter:

XOXO150: $150 off discount on Valentine's bundles below:

-------------------------------------------------

SUPPORT ROGUE ENGINEER

-------------------------------------------------

BE SOCIAL

[StevenDavisPhoto]

cool video! i would skip the epoxy. you can see weird bubbles/waves along the edges. it also yellows in UV light. i'd use acrylic instead.

[olafb.]

The epoxy in the end makesit really special

[et]

Loved this! I cant wait to try it out on mine thank you for walking through the map making portion is was incredibly helpful

[ShortysCreativeCorner]

Just a thought but if you select the roads layer by CTRL clicking the layer icon you can then expand the selection 5 ot 10 pixels and then select the water layer and just delete.
Does that make sense. I think that would have made your job easier. Great video too. Thanks

[sapelesteve]

Not my cup of tea but that laser project turned out looking great! 👍👍

[laurasautographs]

Good tutorial. Do you know how to do those 3d football stadiums with layers? I'm trying to figure out that part

[JSP_Designs]

I am looking to get a laser engraver, have always thought these maps were very cool so started watching this video but never imagined it is New Smyrna Beach, this is where I live. This is too cool. Thank you. Would you be willing to sale that file?

[SunePedersen]

Is that ventilator blowing at the cutter or sucking air away from it? Do you find it suffcient or how do you cope with the smoke generated?

[jeanninecannito]

What program do you use once you get all the files? I can’t tell and don’t say!

[LuisCasstle]

Nice, I think glass would be cheaper, faster and look better than epoxy.

[tomtimmons]

Great tutorial. Can this be done on a charcuterie board with a deep engrave rather than a total cut?
Thanks.

[MrArmageddonBuilds]

What wattage is this particular laser? I was going to get the 20 watt D1 Pro this week, But saw the xtool just released their 40 watt...

[cmaxson]

You missed one major landmark in NSB.. The Garlic! Jokes aside, it looks great!

[bayfild]

How much would you charge for a file if I send you the map .

[juddwhiting]

Most convoluted demonstration of this concept. Still looking for a more complete and less challenging lecture.

[thekey]

I'm going to refer to Maker's Muse "Are cheap laser cutters safe?"

[otavioteixeira]

nice project, but definitely not for beginners