xTool M1 10W Basic Kit – Laser Engraver, Laser Cutter & Vinyl Cutting Machine
If you want one machine that can laser engrave, laser cut and blade cut, then the xTool M1 10W Basic Kit is the ideal choice. Unlike many hobby machines, the xTool M1 combines a powerful 10W diode laser with a precision blade cutter. As a result, you can create far more projects using a single compact desktop machine.
Whether you enjoy crafting at home, personalise gifts, produce products for Etsy or run a growing small business, the xTool M1 10W Basic Kit delivers outstanding results every time. Furthermore, its fully enclosed design, built-in camera and intuitive software make it incredibly easy to learn, even if you have never used a laser engraver before.
For even greater accuracy, the integrated 16MP smart camera lets you preview your material before cutting or engraving. Consequently, alignment becomes simple while material waste is greatly reduced.
Why Choose the xTool M1 10W Basic Kit?
The xTool M1 10W Basic Kit offers much more than a standard laser engraver. Instead, it combines three powerful functions into one compact desktop machine:
- Laser Engraving
- Laser Cutting
- Precision Blade Cutting
Because of this hybrid design, you can process hundreds of different materials without needing several expensive machines.
Whether you produce personalised gifts, signs, wedding decorations, jewellery, home décor or business products, the xTool M1 helps you work faster while maintaining exceptional quality.
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Powerful 10W Laser Performance
The upgraded 10W diode laser produces a highly compressed 0.08 × 0.08mm laser spot, allowing extremely fine engraving detail while also delivering impressive cutting performance. Additionally, Dual Laser technology improves efficiency and cutting capability compared with lower-powered diode machines.
Typical Maximum Cutting Thickness (Single Pass*)
- Basswood: Up to 8mm
- Poplar plywood: Up to 8mm
- Soft wood: Up to 8–10mm (material dependent)
- Black opaque acrylic: Up to 3mm
- Cardboard: Up to 6mm
- Kraft card: Multiple layers
- Leather: Up to 5mm
- Felt: Up to 8mm
- EVA foam: Up to 8mm
*Material quality, density, colour and moisture content will affect results. Multiple passes can often cut thicker materials.
Materials You Can Cut and Engrave
The xTool M1 10W Basic Kit works with an enormous range of materials, making it one of the most versatile desktop craft machines available.
Suitable Materials
- Basswood
- Birch plywood
- Poplar plywood
- MDF (laser-safe)
- Bamboo
- Cork
- Leather
- Faux leather
- Paper
- Card
- Corrugated cardboard
- Kraft board
- Felt
- Cotton fabric
- Denim
- Canvas
- Vinyl (blade cutting)
- Heat transfer vinyl (blade cutting)
- Adhesive vinyl
- Sticker paper
- Acrylic (opaque and dark colours)
- Slate
- Stone
- Ceramic
- Glass (engraving)
- Anodised aluminium
- Painted metals
- Stainless steel (engraving only with marking spray)
- Rubber for stamp making
Materials That Cannot Be Processed
For safety reasons, the following materials should never be laser processed:
- PVC
- Vinyl containing chlorine
- Artificial leather containing PVC
- Polycarbonate
- Fibreglass
- ABS plastic
- PTFE (Teflon)
- Unknown plastics
- Carbon fibre composites
- Reflective mirror acrylic
- Clear or transparent acrylic (cannot be cut with a blue diode laser)
- Materials that release chlorine or toxic fumes
Processing these materials may damage your machine and release hazardous gases.
Smart Camera Makes Every Project Easier
Unlike many entry-level laser engravers, the xTool M1 10W Basic Kit includes a built-in 16MP ultra-wide camera.
Therefore you can:
- Position artwork precisely
- Preview your material before cutting
- Batch engrave multiple items
- Reduce waste
- Automatically identify material placement
- Improve production efficiency
This feature is especially useful for personalised products and small business production.
Safe for Home Workshops
The xTool M1 has been designed with safety as a priority.
Features include:
- Fully enclosed Class 1 laser design
- Blue light protective viewing lid
- Automatic stop when the lid opens
- Integrated ventilation system
- Smoke exhaust connection
- Fire-resistant enclosure
- Emergency stop protection
As a result, it is suitable for use in workshops, craft rooms and home studios when correctly ventilated.
xTool M1 10W Basic Kit Specifications
- 10W diode laser module
- Hybrid laser engraver and blade cutter
- Working area (laser): 385 × 300mm
- Working area (blade): 365 × 300mm
- Laser spot size: 0.08 × 0.08mm
- Engraving accuracy: 0.01mm
- Maximum engraving speed: Up to 250mm/s
- Vector cutting speed: Up to 160mm/s
- Built-in 16MP wide-angle smart camera
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- USB connectivity
- Windows compatible
- macOS compatible
- Android compatible
- iOS compatible
- xTool Creative Space software included
- Fully enclosed Class 1 laser safety system
- Machine dimensions: 557 × 453 × 230mm
- Weight: Approximately 9.8kg
Perfect For
The xTool M1 10W Basic Kit is perfect for:
- Home crafting
- Etsy businesses
- Small business production
- Personalised gifts
- Wedding decorations
- School projects
- Educational environments
- Model making
- Sign making
- Leather engraving
- Card making
- Vinyl cutting
- Sticker production
- Jewellery making
- Prototype development
Why Buy Your xTool M1 10W Basic Kit from GM Crafts?
At GM Crafts, we are an authorised UK xTool reseller. Therefore, you receive genuine UK support, expert advice and fast UK delivery. In addition, our knowledgeable team can help you choose the right accessories, materials and upgrades as your projects grow.




