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Quoting jobs with XLaserLab X1 Pro
You've got an XLaserLab X1 Pro fiber laser. Here's how to set up NanoQuote with realistic parameters for your machine and start building a quoting workflow.
X1 Pro-specific quoting challenges
Entry-level positioning
The X1 Pro is marketed to hobbyists and beginners. When you start doing paid work, you need to think like a business.
Limited reference data
Not as many users sharing cut parameters online compared to bigger brands. You're often figuring things out solo.
Material thickness limits
Lower wattage means thinner material range. Know your limits before promising jobs you can't deliver.
Software ecosystem
Using manufacturer software for CAM is fine, but quoting needs a separate system - that's where NanoQuote fits.
Setting up NanoQuote for X1 Pro
Create your machine profile
Add "XLaserLab X1 Pro" as a machine. Enter your working area dimensions and wattage.
Set a realistic hourly rate
Even for an entry-level machine: cost ÷ expected hours + power + consumables + labor. $40–60/hour is a reasonable starting range.
Define your material limits
Know what thicknesses your X1 Pro can actually cut well. Don't quote 6mm steel if you can barely manage 3mm.
Enter conservative cut rates
For thin mild steel (1mm), start around 800–1000mm/min. For 2mm, try 300–500mm/min. Test and adjust.
Set a minimum job charge
Small jobs still take setup time. A $25–50 minimum ensures you don't lose money on tiny orders.
Features for X1 Pro owners
Right-sized tool
Not enterprise software overkill. Simple enough for one person, one machine.
Custom machine profile
Store X1 Pro-specific parameters: bed size, hourly rate, and cut rates per material.
Material limits awareness
Only add materials/thicknesses you can actually cut. Don't quote what you can't deliver.
DXF parsing
Upload customer files, see geometry, verify it fits your bed and your capabilities.
Professional quotes
Even with an entry-level machine, your quotes look professional. Perception matters.
Free tier
Start without paying. For a side hustle or occasional jobs, the free tier may be all you need.
Why X1 Pro owners benefit from quoting software
Frequently asked questions
If it cuts the materials customers need cleanly, yes. Many successful small shops use entry-level equipment. The machine doesn't have to be expensive - it has to do the job.
Depends on wattage and configuration. Generally thin metals - 1-3mm mild steel, similar stainless. Test your specific machine. Don't promise what you can't deliver.
Usually not necessary. They care about results, not equipment brand. If they ask, be honest, but focus on whether you can deliver what they need.
You won't beat them on thick material or speed. Compete on service, turnaround, small-batch flexibility, and local relationships. Price fairly for your costs.
Yes, and NanoQuote grows with you. Add new machines anytime. Your quoting workflow and customer history carry forward.
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