xTool X1 is compatible with xTool Rotary Attachment 3 (RA3). In Roller Mode, it can process cylindrical workpieces.
This page explains how to use xTool X1 with RA3 in Roller Mode.
Note: The xTool X1 package does not include the rotary attachment. The rotary attachment is sold separately.
Assemble RA3
Note: For detailed instructions on assembling RA3, refer to Rotary Attachment 3.
In Roller Mode, you can assemble RA3 in Level S, Level M, or Level L according to the workpiece diameter (d).
Level S (roller components installed onto shaft A and shaft B) | Level M (roller components installed onto shaft B and shaft C) | Level L (roller components installed onto shaft A and shaft C) |
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5 mm ≤ d ≤ 45 mm | 40 mm ≤ d ≤ 70 mm | 60 mm ≤ d ≤ 100 mm |
Connect RA3 to xTool X1
1. Screw the two rotary attachment fixing pins into the holes shown in the figure.
2. Install RA3 on the baseplate inside xTool X1.
Note: The figure below shows the installation position of RA3 in Jaw Chuck Mode as an example. When using Roller Mode, install RA3 in Roller Mode inside xTool X1.
3. Connect RA3 to xTool X1 using the extension cable for xTool rotary attachment included with xTool X1 and the connection cable included with RA3.
(1) Connect the two cables.
(2) Plug the extension cable into the rotary attachment's port and the connection cable into the corresponding port on xTool X1.
Note: The figures above show the connection positions for RA3 in Jaw Chuck Mode as an example. When using Roller Mode, connect RA3 in Roller Mode to xTool X1.
Process a workpiece
1. Connect xTool X1 to xTool Studio
(1) Use the USB cable to connect xTool X1 to your computer, and power on xTool X1.
Note: The other end of the USB cable can be connected to a USB Type-A or Type-C port. Choose between the connectors based on your needs.
(2) Open xTool Studio on your computer. On the top-right corner of xTool Studio, click the + New Project button.
(3) If you have connected an xTool device in xTool Studio before, click the 
icon and then click Switch next to the connected xTool X1 to connect to your X1.
2. Place the workpiece
Place the cylindrical workpiece between the two rollers on RA3.
3. Select the processing mode and material name
(1) In the top-right corner of the software, click the name of the current processing mode, and then select "Roller - Use rotary attachment".
(2) In the top-right corner, click Unknown Material, select the name of your material, and click Apply.
Note:
If you can't find your material in the list, you can leave it as Unknown Material and set parameters manually in the later steps.
If you select a material from the material list, the software will automatically set parameters for laser processing. The default settings apply to xTool materials. You can adjust the settings based on your needs.
4. Modeling
(1) From the dropdown menu under Material, select RA3 Auto Mode.
(2) Click the modeling button to the right of RA3 Auto Mode. In the pop-up window, click Move to move the laser module. Once the red dot reaches the highest point of the workpiece, check the box next to Confirm red dot at highest point, and then click Next.
Note: If the red dot is not at the highest point after moving the laser module, use the buttons below Control laser module to fine-tune its position. You can set the movement distance as needed.
5. Design processing objects
(1) Design processing objects on the canvas.
You can use the tools to the left of the canvas to import images, insert shapes, enter text, draw vector graphics, and so on.
Note: The gray area is the non-processing area. Do not place processing objects in this area, or the objects cannot be processed.
(2) Select the objects to further edit them using the tools on the top of the software.
6. Select an appropriate laser source
Click the drop-down list to the right of Processing module and select the appropriate laser source based on your material type.
Note: Roller Mode does not support processing with a CO₂ laser source.
20 W Diode: Suitable for high-speed, fine engraving on dark wood, but may produce poor results on transparent or light-colored materials.
30 W Fiber: Suitable for marking metals such as stainless steel and aluminum, but not for deep engraving or cutting metal.
5 W UV: Suitable for fine marking on materials such as glass, crystal, ceramic, and transparent acrylic, but not for cutting or deep engraving.
60 W Mopa: Suitable for color engraving on stainless steel, removing black anodization from anodized aluminum, and deep engraving on metals, but not for processing non-metallic materials.
7. Set processing parameters and processing path
(1) Select objects on the canvas. On the right side of the software, set parameters for the selected objects.
Note: You need to set parameters for every object. A missed object may fail to be processed.
(2) In the bottom-right corner of the software, click ... next to Process to set the processing path.
8. Preview the processing area
Click Framing in the bottom-right corner of software and press the button on xTool X1 to view the corresponding position for processing on the workpiece. After framing is complete, click Framing completed.
Note: To view the processing area more clearly, you can open the lid and press the button to preview the work area. Close the lid after previewing.
9. Start processing
(1) In the bottom-right corner of the software, click Process.
(2) Follow the notes on the right to check whether your X1 and RA3 are ready, and read the precautions.
(3) (Optional) In the bottom, click Preview Processing Path, and then click the 
icon to check the processing path.
(4) Click Start in the bottom-right corner of the software.
(5) Press the button on xTool X1 to start the processing task.
(6) Click Finished after the processing is complete.
