Enclosure build for the XTool D1
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ส.ค. 2022
- I decided to build another enclosure similar to my previous one but with some improvements. I use easy to get materials and make the build as simple as possible. Only basic tools required.
The main body is made of only 5 pieces. The base is 26x26 inches as is completely square.
The 2 side pieces are 26 inches long and 24 inches tall with an angle that starts 12 inches from the back. The back is 27 3/8 wide (using 3/4 material adds the overlap) and 24 inches tall. The front piece is 7 inches tall and 27 3/8 inches wide. The angled front starts at 12 inches from the back and runs to 7 inches from the bottom.
For templates that I have made, check out my Etsy shop. I build files for projects and tools for laser engravers.
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Be Clacktical! Should be your next shirt design. lol😆
Maybe it will..
Thank you very much for being so detailed and explaining how you do it and what sort of plywood to get. Great timing as I am getting ready to build an enclosure for my Sculpfun S30 10 watt laser and was looking for videos about enclosure ideas and came across your channel (subscribed). Can't wait to watch part 2. Thanks man.
Part 2 is on the channel. I have built a portable enclosure also. Thanks for watching
By far the best enclosure I’ve seen!!! You have some serious skills sir!!! Skill and tools I wish I had lol. Thanks for all the awesome content brother!!!
It has taken me a lot of time and money to get my tools to where they are. I am still working on the skills part. Thanks
Made my enclosure using your idea. It turned out great. Thank You!
Cool, the design works well for me. Glad you like it. Thanks
Love your vids. I have no Laser yet, but eagerly waiting for my Xtool D1 Pro 20W (inspired by Your excellent videos with the Xtool D1)
I like mine so far. Both of them… lol
Clacktical enclosure 2.0. You should sell these as kits!! I’d buy one for sure when I get my machine!!
Lol, I got plenty of work already. It is pretty heavy, the shipping would be crazy.
Awesome build video. Would like to see what you do with the ammo cans. Cool idea. Keep up the great work for us all to learn.
It’s coming. I am working on the correct approach.
Thanks for the enclosure plans !!!
Any time! Thanks...
Just ordered the extension kit for the XTool D1 Pro. Do you have the plans for that size enclosure ?
Look at my enclosurezilla video. It is the largest one I have.
I love you cabinet, Thanks for the videos, I am starting to build one for my D1 Pro 10w this morning. Off topic just a little, I am a DeWalt man myself, as we have a Stanly Black & Decker plant in out town and can get most of the stuff a little cheaper than retail. How do you like the DeWalt String Trimmer? I have most of the other items you have on the wall but not the Trimmer. Thanks for any advice and keep up the good job with the videos!!
I will never by a gas trimmer again. It does well for ordinary lawn work. It’s ok with smaller brush and has 2 speed settings. It isn’t a bush hog
Great video! I enjoy watching all of your videos. Keep up the great work. Now for the questions. Are you still using or planning on using the air ventilation bottom table on the new enclosure? I like the design. Hypothetically, if I was to use your design. Could I just make the door straight from top to bottom at that angle without making the box design on the front? Would it hit the bottom of the Xtool?
The reason that I keep the box shape is so that I can add leg extensions or etc. and elevate the machine. You could do a slant front but it would limit how high you could lift the machine. I am planning on using a bit of a hybrid to the airflow of my old design. I am going to build a duct inside the enclosure and will have holes along the bottom in a similar design.
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Great enclosure. I got your plans downloaded. Just wanted to know what program you used to create the plans.
I designed the enclosurezilla one in Fusion 360. The other was done by a follower
Great video, quick questions:
1: since you’re burning through a sheet of 4’x8’ anyways, why not give your wires on the right an extra 1” of room? I’m having to plug/unplug those all the time so that would take the strain off those bends on the cable
2: I noticed you’re running 3 leg risers on the tool (very smart) your tool just barely comes up over the front edge of the cabinet. Was there a criteria in deciding how high to have the front come up? Because of my OCD, I would have set it at the same height as the top rail of my tool, maybe even set a decorative lip on the inside to span between the tool and lip. Thoughts on that?
Basically, that was just the sizes that I wanted it. A year later and it still works as intended. It now houses an Ortur LM3.
Do you have a link for the laser safety glass you used for your enclosures? Great design! Thanks
I get it from JTech photonics, I think there is a link in the portable clack shack video
Have you ever adapted to include a scissor lift or removable shelf for easy adaptation between rotary and engrave/cut heights?
Sure have.. th-cam.com/video/mN4qYZ4hkqE/w-d-xo.html
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Bringing it back…
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I appreciate your videos. Can you tell me which smoke detector you are using in your enclosures and where I can purchase one? Thanks!
You gotta have really good smoke handling or keep it outside. Kidde, pretty much any hardware store or Amazon.
@TheClackShack Thanks! I didn't know if it was a special type or not. I have a good smoke removal system. I'm planning on adding a smoke detector. Just so happens that my daughter-in-law works at Kidde in Graham, NC. I'll get with her on this. Thanks again and Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Where did you get the glass for the door, I don’t see a link anywhere?
JTech photonics or Amazon. Amazon isn't certified laser safe
Thank you
Can you add a lightburn camera to the enclosure for more accurate aligning with engraving?
I have cameras in all my enclosures. Videos also showing setup
I want to make one for my xTool extension kit that is coming in soon. But not sure if I want to make an enclosure that big since I'm not always cutting that large. Thoughts? Is it worth making one that large and just always cutting in it? It would be just over 3ft.
If you have children or bystanders around, I would for safety. It does help a lot with fumes and smoke. It also keep environmental dust out.
Do you have a video on building a enclosure for the long xtool d1? I bought the long rails for my d1? Thanks
No but one similar to enclosurezilla is what you would want. I have a video and plans for that one.
@@TheClackShack thanks, I'll check it out
Any videos on engraving ammo cans? What is the tape for?
I have done one but it has been a while.
since you have a wood shop as well as lasers, would a dust collection system work as an exhaust? I have a heated 16x20 shop framed within a 40x60 shed. The dust collector is in the unheated shed with duct work (pvc) routed into the shop. Would I be able to just connect the exhaust to that system?
I have considered the same. Only concern would be a spark making it out into the dust filled tubing. If I were to try it, I would make sure to have some way of keeping sparks from entering the tubing.
Do you think this same style build would work for the extension rail add on to the D1? Basically using the same design just modifying the length to fit the extension rails ?
I would think so, it would need to be built wide side opening to be able to reach everything better. The added weight to the lid might require some struts near the center to help open it.
@@TheClackShack Do you have future plans on adding extension rails to make your D1 bigger? Or do you find yourself not needing the larger base ?
@@Mark-oj7yt , I am not against it but currently, I stay busy enough with my current configuration. My 3rd machine will likely be a larger one. I suspect that the other axis will soon get an upgrade as well.
Hi, I'm wondering if you know a good place to get the laser safety shield, I'm getting ready to build an enclosure for my d1
I order mine from jtech photonics. I have ordered from them 3 times.
@@TheClackShack thank you
Do you have plans to purchase the extended rails and build an enclosure for that!
I am actually waiting for the other axis to get extensions. I figure they will be releasing a 4x4 foot setup soon. They have stretched the hardest part already.
You are like bob ross, except your canvas is woodworking 😂
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I want to build this for my xTool, but I don’t want the 7” piece on the front. I want to be able to slide the machine/honeycomb/materials in and out easily. Do you think the angle of the lid would be too steep then?
The cover would be much heavier but it could work with added springs
If I have my exhust vent at the top of my enclosure where on the enclosure should I drill holes for better airflow?an how many holes annhow big of holes should I drill to help improve airflow through enclosure an to go outside?
I keep answering.... enough to maintain negative pressure inside but not enough to allow it to equalize.
Sorry if I'm being a pest just wanna get this right
You think this would be sturdy if it was made out of 1/2”?
I would imagine. I would predrill holes though to avoid splitting.
Thank you for a another great video! Do you have any worksheets for this? If you have, please send me a message! Best regards from Norway !
A follower drew one and it is on my website. TheClackShack.com
@@TheClackShack Thank you! Keep on streaming!
Why wouldn't you cut the left and right sides clamped together so you have identical cuts?
I only had one sheet of plywood, main reason.. lol
@@TheClackShack Than makes sense. Wasn't trying to be a jerk by mentioning it. Just making the suggestion.
@@jktrenching9181 , no offense taken. That would be a good idea, I just didn’t… lol
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Just trying to get rid of smell of wood I'm cutting smoke is going out but can still smell hint of wood smell
Your burning wood. You may smell it
@@TheClackShack what about wood fumes though??
@TheClackShack I smell wood burning but I do exhaust smoke out my wall an straight to outside
@TheClackShack just always smell the wood burning is all that's normal??even with an enclosure
Was going to say if my exhaust is 4inch shouldn't my inlet be 4inch my enclosure is the size of yours you first made it fits the 400x400 frame
They make left handed saws!?!?!!?
Yes, toolguyd.com/right-handed-vs-left-handed-circular-saws/#:~:text=Worm%20drive%20saws%20are%20typically,used%20have%20been%20left%2Dhanded.
So at 7:12 you mention you want half the top to be flat but you mark at 12 inches instead of 13. At 5:13 you do mention you're going to mark at 13. Haven't finished the video so I don't know if you caught it when cutting but I figured I'd comment now before I get sidetracked with something else and forget about it.
Yea, I am used to the 24x design. It still works. The machine is only 24” so the camera will still be close to center with the machine pushed to the back.
I don't understand why people insist on making enclosures that only leave a small space around the perimeter of the laser. I left a lot of room around the perimeter to allow for future upgrades and purchases.
This one is plenty roomy at 26 inches inner.
@@TheClackShack 1 inch clearance on the sides...LOL! 🤣🤣
it's nice, but why build an enclosure out of wood that is combustible? I see so many people doing that. Makes no sense.
It’s not a fireplace. I avoid starting fires inside and keep watch of my machines when I’m use. They both have metal panels in the bottom.
Too heavy for my liking.
Luckily I don't carry it anywhere...lol