Will a Diode Laser Engrave Anodized Aluminum? | xTool D1,Clough42



Today we’re engraving anodized aluminum with the xTool D1 diode laser. This is where this little machine really comes into its own, with bright, clear marks and high processing speeds. It’s pretty amazing, honestly.

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00:00 Intro
01:20 Setup
04:17 Testing on a Business Card Blank
09:12 Testing on Scrap
13:29 Testing the Spindle Material
16:46 Engraving a $3000 Spindle
19:33 Answers to Your Questions

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