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xTool D1 Pro 20W — Alder

⚙ xTool D1 Pro 20W Tested 2025
5/5
Notes
Alder is the top choice for engraving — tight grain, minimal resin, beautiful warm brown color when engraved.
Tips
The gold standard for laser engraving wood. Very consistent results. Low resin content means clean cuts with minimal charring.
Details

Alder is the top choice for engraving — tight grain, minimal resin, beautiful warm brown color when engraved.

Cutting

SettingValue
Cut 3mm3800 mm/min @ 78% × 1 pass
Cut 6mm1800 mm/min @ 88% × 2 passes

Engraving

SettingValue
Engrave Fill6000 mm/min @ 28%

Settings

SettingValue
Air AssistOn (required)

Tips

The gold standard for laser engraving wood. Very consistent results. Low resin content means clean cuts with minimal charring.