xTool P2 settings — cut & engrave cheat sheet
Tested starting-point power, speed and pass settings for the xTool P2 / P2S 55 W CO2 (CO2 (55 W)). Every machine and material batch differs — treat these as a fast start, then fine-tune with a test grid.
Price a job on the xTool P2 →xTool P2 settings (power % / speed mm/s / passes)
| Material | Job | Setting |
|---|---|---|
| Plywood 3 mm | Cut | 60% / 15 / 1 pass |
| MDF 3 mm | Cut | 65% / 13 / 1 pass |
| Acrylic 3 mm | Cut | 60% / 13 / 1 pass |
| Acrylic 5 mm | Cut | 75% / 8 / 1 pass |
| Leather 2 mm | Cut | 35% / 28 / 1 pass |
| Wood | Engrave | 22% / 320 mm/s |
| Acrylic | Engrave | 22% / 300 mm/s |
| Glass | Engrave | 25% / 250 mm/s |
Always: use air assist, focus for the exact thickness, and don't hold 100% power to force a cut — slow the speed or add a pass instead. Find your exact numbers with a material test grid.
Get an exact price for the xTool P2
Settings give you the speed; the calculator turns your file's path length into machine time and cost, scaled to the xTool P2.
Open the xTool P2 calculator →FAQ
What power and speed cuts 3 mm plywood on the xTool P2?
On the xTool P2 / P2S 55 W CO2, a tested starting point for 3 mm plywood is 60% power at / 15 / 1 pass. Values are starting points — run a small test on the same sheet, and use air assist for a clean edge.
Can the xTool P2 cut clear acrylic?
Yes. The xTool P2 is a CO2 laser, which cuts clear acrylic cleanly with a flame-polished edge. Use one slower pass with gentle air assist for the glossiest edge.
How much does it cost to run the xTool P2?
Laser jobs are priced by machine time: cut length ÷ cutting speed × passes = time, then time × hourly rate + setup. Drop your file into the free calculator scaled to the xTool P2 to get an exact time and price.