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xTool - Differences between different laser devices - What is the difference between CO2, Diode and fibre laser?

xTool - Differences between different laser devices - What is the difference between CO2, Diode and fibre laser?

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xTool Laser Machine Guide: A Complete Introduction to All Product Lines

This comprehensive guide helps you navigate the world of xTool laser machines. Learn the differences between the F Series galvo lasers, CO2 cutters, and all the way up to the MetalFab industrial workstation. Price comparisons, technology explanations, and a buying guide are included.

1. Product Line Overview

xTool offers five main product lines, each designed for different needs:

Series Main Type Best Use Case Price Range Work Area
F Series Galvo lasers (diode, fiber, UV) Engraving on wood, acrylic, and leather; color marking on metal €1,600 – €7,500 115×115 mm – 220×220 mm
P Series CO2 cutters Wood cutting, engraving on organic materials €4,500 – €7,300 600×600 mm
S Series Enclosed diode laser cutter Safe operation, sensitive materials, smaller jobs from €1,600 – €2,200 498×318 mm
M Series 4-in-1 multifunction machine Versatility: laser + blade + printer + pen €1,450 – from €1,800 307×215 mm
MetalFab Industrial laser welder + CNC cutting system Metal welding, CNC cutting, professional use €5,500 – €18,500 600×600 mm

2. F Series — Galvo Lasers

The F Series is xTool’s most popular and versatile product line. It consists of five models, each built on a different laser technology. All F Series models are galvo lasers designed for small-scale to mid-scale production.

F1 — Entry-Level Diode Laser

approx. €1,200

Type: Diode laser (455 nm), 10 W + 2 W IR

Speed: 4,000 mm/s

Work Area: 115×115 mm

Weight: 4.6 kg

Features: Surface engraving, compact, portable, easy to use

Best For: Beginners, small-batch production, travel-case-sized setup

F2 — Upgraded Diode Laser Engraver

€1,600

Type: Diode laser (455 nm), 15 W + 5 W IR

Speed: 6,000 mm/s

Work Area: 115×115 mm

Camera: 50 MP camera for engraving alignment

Features: Higher speed, more power, built-in camera

Best For: Professional use, business production, precise positioning

View F2 on Nettiverstas.fi

F1 Ultra — Fiber + Diode Laser

€4,200

Type: Fiber (1064 nm, 20 W) + Diode (40 W)

Speed: 10,000 mm/s

Work Area: 220×220 mm

Features: Deep engraving in metal, bright colors on steel, cuts thin metal (0.4 mm brass)

Best For: Metalworking businesses, deep engraving, color markings

F2 Ultra — MOPA + Diode Laser (Best for Color Engraving and Metals)

€7,500

Type: MOPA (1064 nm, 60 W) + Diode (40 W)

Speed: 15,000 mm/s

Work Area: 220×220 mm

Features: Best for color marking, cuts 2 mm steel, deep engraving, highest power in the F Series

Best For: Professional metalworking, colored decorative work, deep engraving

View F2 Ultra Bundle

F2 Ultra UV — For 3D Internal Engraving in Glass

€4,809.79

Type: UV laser (355 nm, 5 W, cold process)

Speed: 15,000 mm/s

Work Area: 200×200 mm (3D engraving 70×70 mm)

Spot Size: 0.02 mm – exceptional precision

Features: 3D internal engraving in glass without surface damage, cold process produces minimal heat

Best For: Premium drinkware, glass jewelry, demanding 3D applications

F Series Comparison

Feature F1 F2 F1 Ultra F2 Ultra F2 Ultra UV
Price €1,200 €1,600 €4,200 €7,500 €4,800
Laser Type Diode Diode Fiber + Diode MOPA + Diode UV
Power 10 W + 2 W 15 W + 5 W 20 W + 40 W 60 W + 40 W 5 W
Max Speed 4,000 mm/s 6,000 mm/s 10,000 mm/s 15,000 mm/s 15,000 mm/s
Work Area 115×115 mm 115×115 mm 220×220 mm 220×220 mm 200×200 mm
Camera No Built-in 50 MP Built-in 50 MP Built-in 50 MP Built-in 50 MP
Deep Engraving No No Yes Yes 3D internal in glass
Color Marking No No Limited Best No, not for metals
Cuts Metal No No 0.4 mm brass 2 mm steel No

3. P Series — CO2 Cutters

The P Series consists of two CO2 laser cutters. CO2 lasers have the unique ability to cut clear acrylic, which makes them especially valuable in professional environments. They also offer a larger work area than the F Series.

P2S — 55 W CO2 Cutter

€4,500

Type: CO2 laser (10,600 nm), 55 W

Speed: 600 mm/s

Work Area: 600×600 mm

Features: Cuts 18 mm wood, cuts clear acrylic, large work area

Best For: Laser cutting in small production environments, woodworking, acrylic applications

P3 — 80 W CO2 Cutter (Professional)

€7,300

Type: CO2 laser (10,600 nm), 80 W

Speed: 1,200 mm/s

Work Area: 600×600 mm

Features: Cuts 20 mm wood, engraving on curved surfaces, autofocus, higher power, faster performance

Best For: Professional businesses, higher production volumes, thicker materials

P Series Comparison

Feature P2S P3
Price €4,569.24 €7,309.33
Power 55 W CO2 80 W CO2
Max Speed 600 mm/s 1,200 mm/s
Work Area 600×600 mm 600×600 mm
Cuts Wood Up to 18 mm Up to 20 mm
Cuts Acrylic Yes (clear) Yes (clear)
Curved Surface No Yes, autofocus
Industrial Use Small to medium scale Professional

4. S Series — Enclosed Diode Laser Cutter

The S Series offers an enclosed, safe diode laser cutter. These machines meet Class 1 safety standards and do not require special laser eye protection during normal use.

S1 — 20 W and 40 W Models

20 W: from €1,600 | 40 W: €2,200

Type: Diode laser (455 nm), enclosed

Power: 20 W or 40 W

Work Area: 498×318 mm

Safety: Class 1, closable lid

Features: Safe use at home, in education, and with sensitive materials

Best For: Educational institutions, school laser labs, home-based users

View products in the S1 category

Accessories for S1:

5. M Series — 4-in-1 Multifunction Machine

The M Series is a unique 4-in-1 machine that combines a laser, blade, printer, and pen in one compact package.

M1 Ultra — 10 W and 20 W Models

10 W: €1,400 | 20 W: from €1,800

Type: Diode laser cutter, plus blade, printer, and pen functions

Power: 10 W or 20 W laser

Work Area: 307×215 mm

Features: 4 interchangeable tool heads, controlled from the same software, compact design

Best For: Small businesses, multifunction production, advanced hobby users

6. MetalFab — Industrial Metalworking Workstation

MetalFab is fundamentally different from the other xTool machines. It is not a galvo laser or a standard cutter, but an industrial metalworking workstation that welds, cuts, and marks metal.

MetalFab 800 W and 1200 W

800 W: €15,000 | 1200 W: €18,500

Technology: Laser welding (diode 800 W or 1200 W) + CNC cutting system

Welding: Welds stainless steel, aluminum, and copper up to 5 mm thick

CNC Cutting: Cuts carbon steel up to 10 mm thick

Marking: Marks metals with laser

Best For: Industrial companies, metal welders, CNC machine owners

View MetalFab 800W

Note: MetalFab 800W + CNC add-on matches the capacity of the MetalFab 1200W package. Contact us for more detailed information.

7. Laser Technology Comparison

xTool uses seven different laser technologies. Each one is suited to different materials and applications:

Laser Technology Wavelength Best Use Case Materials Advantages Limitations
Diode 455 nm (blue) Organic materials Wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, plastic Affordable, fast, versatile Does not cut hard metals, does not cut clear acrylic
CO2 10,600 nm (infrared) Wood cutting and engraving Wood, organic materials, clear acrylic The only option that cuts clear acrylic, handles thick wood Not for metal, more expensive, slower
Fiber (Q-switched) 1064 nm (infrared) Deep metal engraving Metal, titanium, aluminum, copper Deep engraving, durable Not ideal for organic materials, more expensive
MOPA 1064 nm (adjustable pulse) Color marking on metal Metal (steel, titanium, copper) Best for color marking, adjustable colors More expensive, smaller work area in the F2 Ultra
UV (ultraviolet) 355 nm (UV) 3D internal engraving in glass Glass, plastic, epoxy, electronics Cold process, 0.02 mm precision, 3D inside the material Low power, more expensive, limited work area
IR (infrared, low power) 1064 nm (low power) Surface marking on metal Metal (surface only) Surface marking, fast Does not cut, no deep engraving
Diode Welding (MetalFab) 808 nm (infrared) Metal welding Steel, aluminum, copper, stainless steel Welds thick metal, industrial-grade quality Very expensive, large machine

8. Material Comparison: What Can Each Machine Do?

This comprehensive material matrix shows what you can do with each xTool machine:

Material F1 / F2 F1 Ultra / F2 Ultra F2 Ultra UV P2S / P3 (CO2) S1 (Enclosed) M1 Ultra
Wood Engrave Engrave - Cut & engrave Engrave Cut & engrave
Organic acrylic (dark) Cut & engrave Cut & engrave - Cut & engrave Cut & engrave Cut & engrave
Clear acrylic (PMMA) - - - Cut & engrave (only option) - -
Leather Cut & engrave Cut & engrave - Cut & engrave Cut & engrave Cut & engrave
Fabric Cut & engrave Cut & engrave - Cut & engrave Cut & engrave Cut & engrave
Steel (0.2–2 mm) Mark (surface) Mark & deep engrave - - Mark Mark
Aluminum Mark (surface) Mark & deep engrave - - Mark Mark
Copper / Brass Mark (surface) Cut (thin) & mark - - Mark Mark
Glass (clear) - - 3D internal engrave - - -
Plastic (PET, PVC) Cut & engrave Cut & engrave Cut & engrave Cut & engrave Cut & engrave Cut & engrave
Notes:
  • "-" means the machine does not have a practical use case for that material.
  • "Mark" = surface marking without cutting.
  • "Deep engrave" = deep, visible markings without cutting through.
  • "3D internal engrave" = images inside the material (glass only with UV).

9. Capability Comparison: Core Technical Specifications

This comparison table summarizes the technical specifications of all products:

Feature F1 F2 F1 Ultra F2 Ultra F2 Ultra UV P2S P3 S1 20W S1 40W M1 Ultra 10W M1 Ultra 20W
Price €1,567.71 €1,567.71 €4,182.29 €7,549.87 €4,809.79 €4,569.24 €7,309.33 from €1,600 €2,216.12 €1,451.58 from €1,800
Laser Power (W) 10+2 15+5 20+40 60+40 5 55 80 20 40 10 20
Max Speed (mm/s) 4,000 6,000 10,000 15,000 15,000 600 1,200 4,000 6,000 4,000 6,000
Work Area (mm) 115×115 115×115 220×220 220×220 200×200 600×600 600×600 498×318 498×318 307×215 307×215
Precision ±0.05 mm ±0.05 mm ±0.05 mm ±0.05 mm ±0.02 mm ±0.1 mm ±0.1 mm ±0.05 mm ±0.05 mm ±0.05 mm ±0.05 mm
Camera No 50 MP 50 MP 50 MP 50 MP Autofocus Autofocus No No No No
Enclosed/Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Enclosed Enclosed Open Open

10. Surface Engraving vs. Deep Engraving vs. 3D Internal Engraving

The results produced by xTool machines can vary significantly. This section explains the differences:

Surface Engraving (Surface Marking)

What: The surface of the material is heated or vaporized immediately, causing a color change. No significant amount of material is removed.

Used With: F1, F2, F1 Ultra, F2 Ultra (on metals), S1, M1 Ultra

Advantages: Fast, cost-effective, no post-processing required, safe for sensitive materials

Suitable For: Metal markings, surface marks on wood, coated surfaces

Deep Engraving

What: The laser power is high enough to burn away or remove the top layer without cutting through the material. It can create 3D effects or color results.

Used With: F1 Ultra (fiber laser), F2 Ultra (MOPA laser)

Advantages: Deep marks, color marking on metal (with MOPA), durable and visually striking results

Suitable For: Premium products, industrial markings that need to stand out on the surface

3D Internal Engraving (Inside Glass)

What: The UV laser engraves images inside the glass, within a 70 mm × 70 mm area, without damaging the surface.

Used With: F2 Ultra UV (only)

Advantages: Unique effect, professional appearance, 3D images inside glass

Suitable For: Premium drinkware, glass jewelry, medical implants, awards

11. Accessories and Consumables

The xTool ecosystem includes many accessories that expand the capabilities of your machines:

Risers and Height Extensions

Rotary Attachment

  • RA2 Pro Rotary — Engraves cylindrical objects (bottles, mugs, rings)

Conveyor Belt

Cutting Bed

Other Accessories

See the full range of laser accessories.

12. Which Laser Is Right for You? — Buying Guide

This section helps you choose the right xTool machine based on your user profile.

Profile 1: Hobby User, Private Use (Budget: €1,500)

Recommendation: F1

  • Affordable entry point
  • Compact and portable
  • Suitable for wood, acrylic, and leather
  • Surface marking on metals

Profile 2: Small Business Owner, Commercial Production (Budget: €1,600)

Recommendation: F2 or M1 Ultra 20W 

  • F2: Higher speed, built-in camera
  • M1 Ultra: Four functions in one (laser + blade + printer + pen)
  • Both are suitable for professional production

Profile 3: Metal Industry, Color Marking (Budget: €7,500)

Recommendation: F2 Ultra 

  • Best for color marking on metal
  • Deep engraving
  • Cuts thin metal
  • High power (60 W MOPA)

Profile 4: Woodworking and Organic Materials (Budget: €4,600)

Recommendation: P2S 

  • Cuts 18 mm wood
  • Cuts clear acrylic (unique capability)
  • Large work area (600×600 mm)
  • Best price-to-performance ratio

Profile 5: Premium Drinkware, Glass Jewelry (Budget: €4,800)

Recommendation: F2 Ultra UV 

  • 3D internal engraving in glass
  • Unique effect
  • Highest precision (±0.02 mm)
  • Cold process generates minimal heat

Profile 6: Professional Business, Higher Production Volume (Budget: €7,300)

Recommendation: P3 

  • 80 W CO2 laser
  • Cuts 20 mm wood
  • Autofocus for curved surfaces
  • Fast (1,200 mm/s)
  • Professional-grade

Profile 7: Industrial Metalworking (Budget: €5,500+)

Recommendation: MetalFab 800W 

  • Welds stainless steel up to 5 mm
  • CNC-cuts carbon steel up to 10 mm
  • Marks metals
  • Industrial-grade quality

13. Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can a diode laser cut clear acrylic?

No. The only laser type that cuts clear (transparent) acrylic is a CO2 laser (P2S or P3). Diode lasers only cut organic acrylic materials that are colored or white.

2. What is the difference between the F1 and the F1 Ultra?

The F1 uses a diode laser and performs surface marking only. The F1 Ultra uses a fiber laser + diode laser and can produce deep engraving in metal as well as cut thin metal. The F1 Ultra is also faster (10,000 mm/s vs. 4,000 mm/s) and has a larger work area (220×220 mm vs. 115×115 mm).

3. Can the F2 Ultra produce color engraving?

Yes. The F2 Ultra uses a MOPA laser, which can produce color engraving on steel and other metals by adjusting the pulse duration. This is the best option for color marking in the xTool lineup.

4. What is 3D internal engraving, and who needs it?

3D internal engraving is a process in which a UV laser (F2 Ultra UV) engraves images inside glass without damaging the surface. It is suitable for premium drinkware, glass jewelry, medical implants, and other demanding applications.

5. Is the S1 safe for school use?

Yes. The S1 is a Class 1 machine with an enclosed lid. It is safe to use in classroom settings without special laser eye protection, as long as the lid remains closed during operation.

6. Can the P2S or P3 cut leather?

Yes. Both the P2S and P3 are CO2 lasers and can cut and engrave leather very effectively. They are better than diode lasers for leather engraving.

7. What is the difference between the F1 Ultra and the F2 Ultra?

The F1 Ultra uses a fiber laser (deep engraving), while the F2 Ultra uses a MOPA laser (color marking). The F2 Ultra is also faster and more powerful (60 W vs. 20 W).

8. Can xTool cut plastic?

Yes. Both diode lasers (F1, F2, F1 Ultra, F2 Ultra, S1, M1 Ultra) and CO2 lasers (P2S, P3) can cut plastic (PET, PVC, etc.). Always verify the material before cutting, as some plastics may melt or release toxic fumes.

9. Which xTool machines require special ventilation systems?

CO2 lasers (P2S, P3) should be used with good ventilation because they generate smoke. Diode lasers (F Series, S1, M1 Ultra) also require some ventilation. Consult your ventilation supplier during installation.

10. Is MetalFab really a welding machine?

Yes. MetalFab is an industrial laser welding machine that welds stainless steel and other metals. It is fundamentally different from the other xTool machines, which primarily cut and engrave. It is a professional-grade system.

11. Can I use an xTool laser outdoors?

It is not recommended. xTool lasers contain sensitive optics that can be damaged by moisture and UV radiation. They should be used indoors in a dry environment.

12. What are the maintenance requirements for xTool machines?

Regular cleaning of lenses and mirrors (optical cleaning), coolant changes for CO2 lasers (P2S/P3), and cleaning of mechanical components. Refer to the user manual for more detailed instructions.

13. How long is the warranty on xTool machines?

The standard warranty is usually 1 year. For extended warranties and service agreement options, contact the sellers at Nettiverstas.fi.

14. Where can I buy xTool products?

xTool products are available on Nettiverstas.fi. All products are in stock and available for fast delivery.

Summary

xTool’s product range covers the full spectrum from galvo lasers and cutting systems to industrial metalworking equipment. To make the right choice, it is important to understand:

  • Your materials: What do you want to process? (wood, metal, glass, acrylic)
  • Your intended result: Cutting, engraving, or marking?
  • Work area size: How large are the objects you need to process?
  • Precision: Do you need ±0.05 mm or ±0.02 mm?
  • Budget: What is your price range?

Once you answer those questions, the right xTool machine becomes much clearer. You can find more information on Nettiverstas.fi.

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