About this guide
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of M1 Ultra's processing modes, delineating their functionalities, specifications, and suitable applications. Each mode is tailored for specific types of work, whether you are engraving intricate designs on a flat surface, performing high-speed blade cuts, or creating detailed prints with inkjet technology.
An overview of each processing mode
# Lasering on flat surface
- Processing area: 300 x 300 mm
- Speed: 1 - 400 mm/s
- File types: Vector, Bitmap
- Power Range: 1 - 100%
- Maximum height for auto-measure: 33 mm
- Maximum material thickness:
- Without Riser Base: 27 mm
- With Riser Base: 125 mm
# Use rotary attachment
- Processing area: 300 x 300 mm
- Speed: 1 - 400 mm/s
- File types: Vector, Bitmap
- Power range: 1 - 100%
- Maximum height for auto-measure: 33 mm
- Maximum diameter (with Riser Base):
- Roller: 99 mm
- Chuck: 108 mm
# Blade cut
💡Kind reminder: The following blade types are available only after selecting the material to be processed in blade cut mode within xTool Creative Space (XCS).
- Cutting blade:
- Processing area: 295 x 295 mm
- Blade pressure: 45 - 500 g
- Speed: 1 - 100 mm/s
- File type: Vector
- Maximum Processing Thickness: 2.5mm
- Rotary blade:
- Processing area: 300 x 300 mm
- Blade pressure: 45 - 2800 g
- Speed: 1 - 100 mm/s
- File type: Vector
- Note: Due to the physical properties of the rotary blade, it is natural to encounter over-cutting.
- Maximum Processing Thickness: 2.5mm
- Fine-point blade:
- Processing area: 300 x 300 mm
- Blade pressure: 35 - 600 g
- Speed: 1 - 400 mm/s
- File type: Vector
- Maximum Cutting Thickness: 1.5mm
# Foil transfer tip
- Processing area: 300 x 300 mm
- Embossing pressure: 45 - 2800 g
- Speed: 1 - 100 mm/s
- File type: Vector
- Tip types: Fine Tip, Medium Tip, Bold Tip
- Maximum Processing Height: 3mm
# Pen drawing
- Processing area: 300 x 300 mm
- Pen pressure: 35 - 600 g (Recommended: 80 g for blue low-tack mat + A4 paper)
- Speed: 1 - 400 mm/s
- File type: Vector
- Maximum Processing Height: 3mm
- Pen color types: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, Purple, Black, or user-defined marker pens compatible with the pen holder on the basic carriage of M1 Ultra
- Notes:
- Excessive pen pressure may damage pen nibs. Hence, using recommended parameters is advisable. For more, visit xTool Material EasySet Library at https://mt.xtool.com/
- Pens must be fitted into pen holders to secure them to the basic carriage.
- After use, clean the pen nib and cap it to prevent clogging.
- For laser processing, ensure the removal of the drawing pen to avoid damage from the high temperature or open flames as the resultant effect of lasering.
# Inkjet printing
- Processing area: 296 x 286 mm (X-axis: 4 - 300 mm, Y-axis: 13 - 299 mm)
- Ink concentration: 0 - 100%
- File type: Bitmap
- Notes:
- Place the bottom cover of the ink cartridge container in the designated area before processing. The machine will automatically reattach it after processing, unless it is undergoing ink module calibration.
- Ink cartridges are susceptible to clogging when exposed to air. To extend their lifespan, please consult the maintenance video tutorial below.
# Multi-module processing
- Processing area: If inkjet printing is included, follow the inkjet printing processing area.
- File types: Various combinations
- Individual settings: Set parameters individually for each processing mode.
💡 Use tips:
1. When "Inkjet printing" mode is selected, do not place materials in the grey areas beyond the XCS canvas.
2. Different modes may require changing modules, such as switching from "Fine-point blade" to "Pen drawing" or from "Process on baseplate" to "Blade cut". You will receive software prompts for these adjustments.
# Screen preparation
- Processing area: 255.8 x 209.6 mm (X-axis: 32~286.8mm, Y-axis: 41.4~250mm)
- Processing types: Line Engraving, Fill Engraving
- Power range: 1 - 100%
- Speed: 1 - 300 mm/s
- Notes:
- M1 Ultra is only compatible with small-sized screens, specifically 9 inches x 12 inches (228.6mm*304.8mm).
- Install the frame fixing piece on the right.
- Mirror the screen printing patterns left to right before processing.
Comparison of processing modes
Processing Mode | File Type | Processing Type | Area (mm) | Max Speed (mm/s) | Max Height for Auto-measure (mm) | Is Baseplate Required | Max Material Thickness | ||||
Without Riser Base (mm) | With Riser Base (mm) | ||||||||||
Process on Baseplate | Vector, Bitmap | Engrave | Vector Engrave | 300*300 | 300 | 33 | Yes | 25 | 125 | ||
Bitmap Engrave | 400 | Yes | |||||||||
Laser Cutting | 300 | Yes | |||||||||
User Rotary Attachment | Roller | Chuck | No | Roller | Chuck | ||||||
Engrave | Vector Engrave | 25 | 120 | / | 99 | 108 | |||||
Bitmap Engrave | 400 | ||||||||||
Processing Mode | File Type | Processing Area （mm） | Blade / Pen Pressure (g) | Max Speed (mm/s) | Types | Maximum Cutting Thickness （mm） | Is Baseplate Required | Max Material Thickness | |
Without Riser Base (mm) | With Riser Base (mm) | ||||||||
Cutting Blade | Vector | 295*295 | 45~500g | 100 | / | 2.5mm | Yes | 3 | / |
Rotary Blade | 300*300 | 45~2800g | 100 | / | 2.5mm | 3 | / | ||
Foil Transfer Tip | 45~2800g | 100 | Fine Tip, Medium Tip, Bold Tip | / | 3 | / | |||
Fine-point Blade | 35~600g | 400 | / | 1.5mm | 3 | / | |||
Fine-point Pen | 35~600g | 400 | Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, Purple, Black | / | 3 | / | |||
Processing Mode | File Type | Processing Type （mm） | Power / Concentration | Max Speed (mm/s) | Is Baseplate Required | Max Material Thickness | |
Without Riser Base (mm) | With Riser Base (mm) | ||||||
Inkjet Printing | Bitmap | 296*286 | Concentration 0~100% | / | Yes | 20 | / |
Screen Preparation | Vector, Bitmap | 255.8*209.6 | Power 0~100% | 300 | / | ||
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