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xTool · CO₂
xTool P2S
Updated P2 with faster processing and improved autofocus
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Released June 2024
TL;DR
The P2S refines the original P2 with better software and autofocus. Same 55W CO₂ class for acrylic and wood production. Still xTool's main enclosed CO₂ below the P3 flagship: choose P3 if you need 80W and automation; P2S if 55W and budget fit.
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What makes this machine stand out
Hardware and workflow features worth understanding before you buy : not just wattage on a label.
Autofocus / height sensing (Z-style)
The machine measures material height (autofocus, LiDAR, or probe-style sensing) so the lens sits at the right distance before the job starts : you are not dialing focus by hand on every new thickness. Huge time saver on mixed scrap, warped boards, and CO₂ beds with varying acrylic sheets.
Real CO₂ cutting
A glass-tube CO₂ laser cuts cast acrylic and thick soft woods in ways diodes cannot match at the same price tier. Budget for outdoor exhaust or serious filtration : the cutting advantage is real, the ventilation homework is too.
LightBurn compatible
LightBurn support means advanced layers, camera tools, and workflows many makers outgrow the stock app with. Confirm your exact controller board before assuming full features : some machines need a paid license separately.
Our verdict
Ideal if you
xTool P2S is built for acrylic signage, thick wood, and shop production once exhaust is sorted. 55W adds headroom on panels and multi-pass jobs.
Skip if you
Avoid without ducting, for occasional gifts only, or if budget ignores tube replacement, power, and floor space. Bare metal without an IR accessory stays out of scope.
Pros
- Strong on acrylic and wood versus diodes on the same budget tier
- Integrated cabinet helps contain the beam and everyday smoke versus open-frame diodes
- Software listed on the profile: test your workflow (LightBurn or maker app) on scrap first
Cons
- Ventilation to the outside is mandatory for regular cutting, not an optional upgrade
- Tube life and replacement cost are part of the true ownership budget
What this machine is for
Next-gen enclosed CO₂ for small businesses cutting acrylic and wood
Premium enclosed CO₂ for production cutting of acrylic and wood in small businesses.
Laser spot size
~0.15 mm CO₂ spot
Motion precision: 0.01 mm
Sample engrave job
~3–5 min
10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)
Sample cut job
~1–2 min
10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)
Reference benchmark: same job size on every machine so you can compare times fairly. Times are estimates for the reference job above; your design complexity and settings will change them.
Materials
- · Wood
- · Acrylic
- · Leather
- · Glass
- · Anodized aluminum
Accessories & add-ons
Typical inclusions and add-ons for this profile : confirm your SKU.
- Included
Enclosure / cabinet
- Optional
Laser safety glasses
CO₂ wavelength: match OD rating for 10.6 µm if required by manual
- Recommended
Fire extinguisher
Editorial guidance : not a live parts list. See also: Ventilation setup · Safety basics
Practical notes
Beginner notes
This profile covers xTool P2S. Read the TL;DR and benchmarks before buying, then compare nearby models on the Compare page.
Pro tips
Pair with xTool conveyor for batch work. LightBurn unlocks advanced nesting for sign shops.
Pro / technical specsRaw numbers for experienced users comparing machines.
- Max speed (spec)
- 600 mm/s
- Avg engrave speed
- 150–320 mm/s fill
- Avg cut speed
- 15–45 mm/s on 3 mm acrylic
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xTool · CO₂ · $3,399 – $6,609
The xTool P2 is a 55W enclosed CO₂ laser with a large work area and camera alignment. It cuts acrylic and wood far better than any diode laser. Expensive, but the closest thing to a 'set up and run a small shop' desktop machine.
Monport · CO₂ · $1,800 – $2,800
Monport sits between budget K40 machines and premium enclosed CO₂ like xTool P2. The 55W desktop models offer real cutting power with improved build quality and optional autofocus. Still needs ventilation, but closer to 'business ready' than a stock K40.
xTool · CO₂ · $6,999 – $10,459
xTool P3 (August 2025) replaces the P2/P2S as the company's CO₂ flagship: 80W tube, 915×458 mm bed, integrated chiller, fire suppression, and ACS™ automation (cameras, LiDAR autofocus, AI nesting). Optional 5W IR module adds bare-metal marking. From ~$5,999: built for shops outgrowing diode lasers.