xTool M1 Ultra Solutions by Material

Not sure if the M1 Ultra works for your material? We've tested it so you don't have to. Here's what you can expect across the most popular craft and industrial materials.

Acrylic cutting and engraving results with xTool M1 Ultra

Acrylic Cutting & Engraving

The 10W diode laser cuts colored and opaque acrylic cleanly up to 8mm thick. For clear acrylic, applying dark masking tape allows the laser to absorb energy effectively. Engraving on acrylic produces a frosted, high-contrast finish that works well for signs, keychains, and decorative panels.

Max Cutting Thickness: 8mm (colored/opaque); 5mm (clear with masking)
Engraving Quality: Frosted white on clear, high contrast on colored
Recommended Settings: 2-4 passes at 80-100% power, 3-5mm/s speed
Limitation: Clear acrylic above 5mm may produce uneven edges without masking

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Vinyl Cutting

The oscillating blade module handles adhesive vinyl, heat transfer vinyl (HTV), and printable sticker sheets with consistent precision. Force adjustment from 0 to 4N lets you dial in the exact pressure for each material thickness without damaging the backing.

Materials: Adhesive vinyl, HTV, printable vinyl, window film
Min Detail Size: Approximately 3mm for text, 2mm for simple shapes
Blade Force Range: 0-4N (adjustable in 0.1N increments)
Limitation: Very thick specialty vinyl (>0.3mm) may require multiple passes

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Wood engraving and cutting results with xTool M1 Ultra

Wood Engraving & Cutting

Wood is where the M1 Ultra really shines. The 10W laser engraves with excellent contrast on basswood, maple, cherry, and plywood. Cutting goes through 10mm basswood and 8mm plywood in a single pass at moderate speeds. The built-in air assist keeps charring to a minimum.

Max Cutting Thickness: 10mm basswood, 8mm plywood (single pass)
Engraving Speed: Up to 400mm/s for raster engraving
Best Results On: Basswood, birch plywood, maple, cherry, walnut
Tip: Denser hardwoods like oak produce lighter engraving; increase power or slow down for contrast

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Glass and metal engraving results with xTool M1 Ultra

Glass & Metal Engraving

The diode laser marks glass with a frosted finish — ideal for wine glasses, tumblers, and decorative pieces. On metal, it works best on coated, anodized, or painted surfaces. Bare stainless steel can be marked at lower speeds, producing a dark oxide layer. Note: the M1 Ultra cannot cut metal or glass.

Glass: Frosted engraving on soda-lime, borosilicate, and tempered glass
Coated Metal: Anodized aluminum, painted steel, powder-coated surfaces
Bare Metal: Stainless steel marking only (dark oxide, not deep engraving)
Limitation: Cannot cut metal or glass; cannot engrave bare copper or brass

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