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[Laser cut and engrave] Square Slate Coaster Featuring an Australian Shepherd Dog Portrait — Project made with xTool S1 machine for Laser cut and engrave.

Shepherd Slate Coaster – 3D Breakthrough Effect

Remix

Instruction

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Application scenario

Laser processing

Machine & module

xTool S1

20W

Compatible xTool Machine

New

3W, 10W, 20W

F2 Ultra UV

5W, 15W

5W, 80W

F2 Ultra

40W, 60W

F1 Ultra

20W

5W, 10W

2W, 5W, 10W, 20W

D1 Pro

2W, 5W, 10W, 20W, 40W

55W

2W, 10W

2W, 10W, 40W

M1 Ultra

10W, 20W

P2S

55W

F2 Ultra (Single)

60W

Material used

Square Rock Coaster

556

Information

      This project features a realistic Australian Shepherd portrait engraved onto a natural slate coaster using an xTool S1 20W laser. The design creates a striking 3D breakthrough effect, giving the impression that the dog is emerging through the slate surface.

The coaster was engraved directly onto the slate without paint, masking, or additional finishing. All contrast and detail are produced naturally by the laser engraving process. Fine fur texture, facial features, and depth effects are achieved using grayscale engraving settings.

This project is ideal for pet lovers, personalised gifts, memorial keepsakes, and decorative home accessories. The settings provided can be used as a starting point for similar slate engraving projects on the xTool S1 20W.

Machine: xTool S1 20W
Power: 40%
Speed: 220 mm/s
Passes: 1
Material: Natural Slate Coaster

This remix is based on

Australian Shepherd Slate Coaster – 3D Laser Engraving Effect

Naelys Création

4 inch Slate Coaster Jig

j3crafted

Instruction

Step1: Australian Shepherd Slate Coaster – 3D Breakthrough Effect (xTool S1 20W)

Step 1

Engraving Settings

Process: Bitmap / Grayscale

Machine: xTool S1 40W

Power: 40%

Speed: 220 mm/s

Passes: 1

Air Assist: ON

Image Mode: Grayscale

Material: Natural Slate Coaster

Procedure

Import the image into XCS.
Convert the image to grayscale if required.
Position the slate coaster on the honeycomb or baseplate.
Ensure the coaster is clean and free from dust.(I pre-sprayed with clear lacquer and let dry)
Frame the design to confirm correct positioning.
Run the engraving using:
- Power: 40%
- Speed: 220 mm/s
- Passes: 1
Once complete, wipe the coaster with a soft cloth to remove engraving dust.
Optionally apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to deepen the slate colour and increase contrast.

Results