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Mastering MetalFab: Advanced Skills
Advanced techniques to elevate precision welding and CNC cutting workflows
9 Units
59 min
Expert, Maker
Overview
You know what your MetalFab can do — now learn how to make it excel. This advanced course is designed for makers and professionals who want to go beyond basic welding and cutting and unlock more reliable, precise, and efficient metal fabrication workflows.
You’ll dive into advanced software strategies, smart material parameter choices, and refined techniques for welding and CNC cutting that help avoid common pitfalls and elevate output quality. From optimizing gas choice and pressure for different metals to mastering nozzle types and motion strategies in CNC cutting, each lesson gives you actionable insights that turn good results into great ones.
By the end of this course, you’ll not only understand how to push the MetalFab’s performance limits — you’ll also feel confident tackling complex jobs with workflows that save time, reduce waste, and deliver professional results every time.
What You'll Learn
Master advanced MetalFab software workflows and parameter settings
Optimize welding parameters for different metal types and joint styles
Choose proper gas types, pressures, and nozzle configurations
Refine CNC cutting strategies for smooth edges and dimensional accuracy
Plan complex projects with smart nesting and automated motion paths
Improve consistency across welds and cuts on mixed material jobs
Integrate welding and cutting workflows for multi-step fabrication
Curriculum
1
Article·5 min
Preparation Work Before You Use xTool MetalFab Laser Welder & CNC Cutter
2
Article·5 min
Use the Combined Processing Mode in xTool Studio
3
Article·5 min
How to Install the Welding Gun on the CNC Cutter
4
Article·5 min
Start Metal Cleaning with xTool MetalFab CNC Cutter
5
Article·5 min
How to Add Lead-in Lines in XCS
6
Video·10 min
How to Produce High-Quality Weld Beads?
7
Video·6 min
How to Cut Carbon Steel and Galvanized Sheet?
8
Video·7 min
How to Cut Thick Metal when the Cutting Tip Knob Range Is Exceeded?
9
Video·11 min
