xTool X1 Goes on Sale: A CO2 Laser With an Optional Galvo and Add-On Sources
xTool's new X1 starts at $3,399 as a 55W CO2 gantry laser. A $3,999 version adds a fast diode galvo module, which also opens the door to optional fiber, MOPA and UV sources.
xTool put its new X1 on sale worldwide on October 29. The company says machines are shipping now.
What it is
Every X1 has a gantry that carries a 55W CO2 laser across the bed for cutting and engraving. The galvo modules are optional. They steer the beam with mirrors for much faster marking, and xTool says the galvo mirrors and gantry move in sync to cover the large work area.
The base machine is CO2 only. A second version adds a 20W diode galvo module, which xTool says you need before you can add its optional fiber (30W), MOPA (60W) or UV (5W) sources.
According to xTool’s product page:
- Working area: up to 24.2 x 12.6 inches
- Top speed: up to 6,000 mm/s with the galvo sources, and 600 mm/s with the CO2 laser
- Cameras and focusing: a three-camera positioning system and a bed that raises and lowers automatically
- Safety: 12 built-in sensors and flame detection with xTool’s optional fire safety set
Pricing
xTool’s launch prices start at $3,399 for the CO2-only X1 and $3,999 with the diode galvo. Bundles with fiber, UV or MOPA run from $5,799 to $6,679. These are described as limited-time prices, so check xTool’s store for current pricing.
Worth knowing
These figures come from xTool. Independent long-term reviews will tell us more about real-world speed, reliability and how well the gantry and galvo work together. xTool also lists a separate inkjet printing module as expected in November.