xTool reveals its next generation of lasers — modular X1 supports CO2, Diode, UV, Fiber, and MOPA lasers
The X1 will combine gantry and galvo technology in one machine.
xTool unveiled its next-generation modular laser system, the X1, at The Next Level Maker Conference in Grapevine, TX. The X1 is designed to be a versatile machine capable of supporting multiple laser types, including CO2, Diode, UV, Fiber, and MOPA. The system also features a dual-head configuration, with a CO2 laser and a galvo unit mounted side by side.
The galvo unit can switch between various laser frequencies, allowing the X1 to handle tasks like wood-burning, crystal engraving, and metal etching. The default configuration includes a 55w CO2 laser and a 20w diode in the galvo head. xTool did not disclose pricing but plans to launch the X1 in October. In addition to the X1, xTool announced an upcoming embroidery machine, the SE1, designed as an affordable entry point for those interested in embroidery.
The SE1 can perform both normal stitching and single-color embroidery, and it can be paired with the O1 Omni to add colored threads using dye-sublimation. The machine also uses xTool's design suite for seamless design transfer. Other companies showcased at the conference included Makerflo, a supplier of premium laser-ready merchandise, and Smokey Hill Designs, which offers high-quality laser substrates and custom-printed items.
Additionally, BurnForge Software presented BurnForge, a subscription-based business tracking system for crafters, and Maker Studio, an app suite that helps users create custom laser-cut designs and packaging solutions.
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