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xTool · Diode (diode + IR)
xTool S1
Entry enclosed S1 — engraving-first with swappable head ecosystem
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Released October 2023
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Interchangeable laser heads on the same S1 cabinet
The xTool S1 is sold with different diode modules (10W, 20W, or 40W) or as a bare cabinet — heads swap with two screws and a plug. An optional 2W 1064 nm infrared module adds metal marking without a full fiber galvo. This is not a “hybrid” machine: you replace one head at a time.
- 10W diode(Diode)
- 20W diode(Diode)
- 40W diode(Diode)
- 2W IR module (accessory)(Infrared (1064 nm))
Pages below are per factory-installed module. Other wattages are sold as separate heads you can swap on the same cabinet.
TL;DR
The 10W S1 is xTool's entry enclosed bundle: same Class-1 cabinet as 20W/40W, but the installed diode module limits cutting depth. You can upgrade later by swapping the laser head — verify you are buying the 10W SKU, not a bare machine without a module.
What this machine is for
Enclosed hobby and light business diode laser for safer home engraving and moderate cutting.
Best for
Materials
Engraves
- · Wood
- · Leather
- · Slate
- · Anodized aluminum
- · Stainless (with spray)
Cuts
- · Basswood (up to 5 mm)
- · Paper
- · Fabric
- · Thin leather
Cannot do
- · Clear acrylic
- · CO₂-level acrylic production
- · Bare metal without spray
- · Thick hardwood in one pass
Pros
- ✓Fully enclosed — major safety and smoke improvement vs open-frame
- ✓Built-in exhaust filter option for apartment use
- ✓Same large work area as D1 Pro in a safer package
- ✓LightBurn compatible
- ✓Camera alignment available on some configs
Cons
- ✗Enclosure adds bulk
- ✗Filter cartridges need replacement over time
- ✗40W diode marketing — verify optical power for your variant
Beginner notes
Pick 10W if you mainly engrave and might upgrade the head later. Choose 20W or 40W factory configs if cutting thicker softwood is day-one priority.
Pro tips
Vent to window when cutting heavily even with filters — filters reduce smell but are not magic. Use the camera for batch alignment on repeat products. Pair with xTool riser for tumblers.
Pro / technical specs
Raw numbers for experienced users comparing machines.
- Laser spot size
- ~0.07 mm spot
- Max speed (spec)
- 400 mm/s
- Avg engrave speed
- 6–14 mm/s fill
- Avg cut speed
- 2–3 mm/s on 3 mm wood
- Motion precision
- 0.01 mm
Common questions
Is the xTool S1 safer than an open-frame laser?
Yes. The enclosure blocks direct beam exposure and contains smoke. You still follow safety rules, but accidental exposure risk is much lower than open-frame diodes.
Can the S1 replace a CO₂ laser?
No. It is still a diode laser with the same acrylic and cutting limits. Buy CO₂ (like xTool P2) if clear acrylic and thick wood cutting are your main work.
Can I upgrade from 20W to 40W later?
Yes. S1 laser heads are interchangeable — buy a 40W module and swap it on the same enclosure (two screws + connectors). You can also add the optional 2W 1064 nm IR module for more metal work.
Is the S1 a hybrid laser like the F1 Ultra?
No. S1 is a diode platform with swappable diode (or IR) heads. Hybrid machines combine fiber and diode sources inside one dual-source product — different category.