# Is this the king of diode lasers? | @xToollaser S1 40W Unboxing and Review

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- Published: 2024-03-13T04:18:20-05:00
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This is my unboxing and review of the xTool S1 40W. The big thing that caught my
attention is the Class I safety certification, which means you can run it without
safety glasses, plus automatic air assist and curved surface engraving.

I go through the setup and then put it to work on walnut, plywood, leather and slate
so you can see the engraving and cutting results on each one. I found it easy to
use, and it handled a nice range of materials.

Because it’s enclosed and portable, it’s something you could take on location, and
it feels like a more complete package than earlier diode lasers I’ve used. That’s
why I asked whether it might be the king of diode lasers.

If you’re looking for a portable, easy-to-use laser that can handle a lot of different
materials, I think the S1 is worth a look.