Screen printing with the xTool S1

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When asked to try out the new screen printing kit from xTool. Brandy decided she would try it out. I think she really enjoys it. We were able to make a few really cool prints on the first night of testing.
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@sharonsimonson5392 6 месяцев назад

GREAT JOB BRANDY❣️❣️❣️ can’t wait for your craft channel!! Clack did pretty good too.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Thank you! 🤗

@chucklenz9011 6 месяцев назад

My brother had one of these and it always amazed me. But, he was using three to four screens with each color for each design. Amazing. I’ll bet the Clack will be two and three color printing before long.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

We plan to once we get it figured out.

@philipershler420 6 месяцев назад

I spent a fair amount of time in an electronics shop where we built prototype front panels for equipment. We used epoxy based ink and heated drying for the labels on the switches and so forth on anodized aluminum. It took us a while to get the moves down. But once we did, we were able to produce impressive equipment. I’m sure, Brandy, that once you get a bit more experience, you will get faster and get great results. 👍

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

She is practicing… thanks

@nathanwolf5547 6 месяцев назад

Brandy Rocks! She needs her own channel.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

She just likes helping right now. Maybe one day..

@jimlindsay8638 6 месяцев назад

Brandy deserves a raise.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

She does... What is 10% of 0?

@jimlindsay8638 6 месяцев назад

Biden economics new minimum wage@@TheClackShack

@scotttodd891 6 месяцев назад

Just a recommendation. Look at whats called flooding the screen which is a common practice in screen printing. That is spreading the ink across the plate with the ink before dropping the screen onto the item. Then drop it to the item and swipe again. This will allow you to see that the design has an even amout across the whole design before applying it to your item.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Cool

@roninido 6 месяцев назад

I used to work for a commercial screenprinter in the late 90s. It was a smallish shop, with 8 to 16 employees, but we did everything from small, single color jobs of 10 pieces for local customers, to 4-color process plus 2 spot colors on literally over a hundred fifty thousand shirts for AT&T (2 shifts, all summer long). I don't know the mesh that you are using, but (maybe obviously, maybe not) finer mesh gives finer details. Also, once a screen is stretched, you really do not want to remove it from its frame. Just because the emulsion is already burnt, doesn't mean the image is going to hold its shape if you remove the mesh from the frame, and if the mesh becomes "unstretched", you will absolutely lose detail and will warp the image. That being said I always look forward to your videos!

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

The mesh is metal, not sure what the count is. My plan wasn't to release it but that is why I am testing... lol

@roninido 6 месяцев назад

@@TheClackShack Yeah, mistakes happen lol. I wasn't criticizing, just offering my knowledge, just like you do for us :) Thank you for that!

@schmidtyyt 6 месяцев назад

A screen printer and a 3D printer in the living room. I've found my people!

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

LOL, the shop is full. The hobbies are spilling over into the house.

@tammygraves5757 6 месяцев назад

Great video!! My S1 should be delivered nexr week and I was trying to decide if this would be worth it!! I’m thinking it just might be now!! Thank you!!

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

It is fun, for what we want it appears to be ok.

@beavercreekdesign 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for the vid!

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Our pleasure!

@Ricks2Cents 6 месяцев назад

*When Silk Screening I have Always had Best Results when I Push then Pull the Ink Back.*

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Thanks

@MiklGorges 6 месяцев назад

Screenprinter/artist for 45 years. Lines need to be a certain thickness, depending on substrate, screen mesh ,etc. On t-shirts, black ink 180 mesh. Line thickness, 1 point. These are variables like lasers, power/speed. Also, ink, waterbed, will dry in screen and close in edges.Feel free to ask for more info if needed. Also, over exposure will close in edges.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Thanks

@billlester3088 6 месяцев назад

Very informative

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Thanks

@stevestovall2088 6 месяцев назад

You need to get her a sublimation printer, print in full color and would be a lot easier. Love your videos and nice to see the boss every now and then, lol.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

I was shocked that she wanted this. She can get whatever she wants... Thanks

@StevesDIYProjects7 6 месяцев назад

i make my screens all perm the price of the screen isnt much. BUT i use vinyl and a cricut. i cut my design. heat press it to the screen. i make my screens using different size mesh and wood. i made my screens 4 years ago and i can grab them right now and make shirts. store them in sealed bags and the ink last for ever as long dont get hot. like in a hot room. it cost me like 2$ a screen to make. and it last a life time :) just throwing this out there for ya brother.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Not sure if she will get that far into it. Who knows, she seems to be having fun. Thanks

@StevesDIYProjects7 6 месяцев назад

@@TheClackShack o indeed., can def be a lot of fun. makes the brain go nuts like. ooo i can do this type style. hmmm let me try lol.

@jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666 6 месяцев назад

Many years ago. I did paint on metal. And paper. We allways add more paint on screen. And pull the paint threw with the screen up a inch. Then let the screen down and pull. We did production. Keep images away from the side. If possibly get in the middle. Shirt board moveable side to side to get set up. You may need a shirt screen printing set up. If going todo more then 1 color.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

I think we are gonna be able to pull off multi colors but it will be a slow process due to not being able to move the shirt.

@jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666 6 месяцев назад

@@TheClackShack u will need to or up to 2 to ! color setup. And adapte the screen to work for your needs. Setup is the key. And what size of machine setup wounting todo. Just play and have fun.

@garywidman7574 6 месяцев назад

Water based ink has to be heat set, usually with a heat press, or it will wash out. Thanks for the tutorial. Very helpful!

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Good thing I have a heat gun I guess... lol

@Gleekjunkie 6 месяцев назад

as a teenager I worked in a screen printing mill, it may be the ink or the size of the designs but those girls swiped the squeege one time and then the shirt was sent through a convayor that took it though a big oven that heat set and dried the designs. With the air dry ink you may have to worry about fading in the wash

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Yea, if she gets good at it we may get different ink. The water based is good to learn with...

@bneil4059 6 месяцев назад

This is cool. I hope XTool will offer a marker attachment like the LP LX1

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Maybe

@user-rq7qi2rm8z 5 месяцев назад

I liked your video. ❤

@TheClackShack 5 месяцев назад

Thanks

@TheClackShack 5 месяцев назад

Thanks

@jamesshelton9126 6 месяцев назад

If you raise the screen up and flood the area with the ink then let it down also spread ink across the squeegee blade. It will move easier, adjust the angle a bit upward to help with the ink transfer

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Lots to learn..

@jamesshelton9126 6 месяцев назад

Yes it is a process, I used to used screen printing to etch glass

@sharonsimonson5392 6 месяцев назад

For the smaller designs you might try a smaller squeegee. And put paper or parchment in between front and back for bleed through.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Good idea.. Thanks

@veea.4936 6 месяцев назад

Dont throw away your old t-shirts!! They are GREAT for applying stains on wood. Just cut them up in squares, wipe on...wipe off, BAM! 🤣

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Yea, that is where mine usually end up. Thanks

@TerrapinCreations666 5 месяцев назад

Will this work with the old XTool D1 10 watt laser? Not the D1 Pro, but the original D1.

@TheClackShack 5 месяцев назад

Yes, you can use mostly any laser. Just need a way to hold it in place

@tracybachman1937 6 месяцев назад

I watched Mylo Prints on here, he is a screen printer and had some good points on how to load the screen with ink.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Cool

@lynzeegiamalva8661 2 месяца назад

Hi! Quick question… is there a reason you put the mount on the left of the machine? In the directions from xtool is says to install it on the right side. I'm struggling to get the screen to align in the machine as it appears in the software.

@TheClackShack 2 месяца назад

I just like it better on left. Only difference is orientation in screen

@kennywatzke1416 6 месяцев назад

Where can you buy additional screens? I have not seen them on Xtool site for sale

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

They haven't listed them yet. It is coming.

@purplecookie687 2 месяца назад

Hi should I put the adapter on the right like it says in the instructions or the left like you did? Customer support is so slow and there instructions are not good.

@TheClackShack 2 месяца назад

Either side would work, just orient the image correctly

@jamesmanson1555 6 месяцев назад

Curious how these held up after washing and drying? Great video! Thanks

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

I am too. Haven't washed any yet.

@vaughanza 6 месяцев назад

Thanks guys for great video. Once you engraved on the screen can you change it and use it again or you have buy another screen. Thanks

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

For now, the mesh has to be replaced.

@tinanord4106 2 месяца назад

Love your videos!!!! I was wondering if you could use xtool screen printer in the WeCreat??? and how you would do a jig so it could be used with multi color/ not move around? Thanks for any help

@TheClackShack 2 месяца назад

The frame is a bit too big to fit in the work area I believe. If you could get it in the machine maybe.

@tinanord4106 2 месяца назад

@@TheClackShack I would rather not buy if it won’t fit. I thought if you had both you might know 🤷🏻‍♀️ I will ask around. Thanks

@TheClackShack 2 месяца назад

@@tinanord4106 a friend of mine is using the original wecreate right now. Pretty sure the box is too small.

@jimc31 6 месяцев назад

xTool has a P2 bracket that you can burn in the XCS Project Library for the Screen Printer.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

I may try it one day. The S1 wasn't busy and I like the metal holder.

@newsfan77 6 месяцев назад

Remember that water based ink does not hold up well. You need ink that has to be cured with heat.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Yes, but it is good to learn with to avoid messes.. lol

@tonylfc9068 5 месяцев назад

have you washed any t-shirts and does the ink stay on after washing thank you

@TheClackShack 5 месяцев назад

So far it looks like it did before washing

@catfisherboy 6 месяцев назад

Great video---not sure about this process, seems cumbersome

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

It is probably because this is our first time. It seems to be a good way to make a few custom shirts and have some fun.

@1-Nice-Guy 6 месяцев назад

Nice job on the video, but this screen printing solution is very basic, I guess it would work simple designs that don't require color blending you would see in real screen printing that uses halftones.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Yea, not bad for a DIY occasional use setup

@samsanderson7159 6 месяцев назад

I have several questions. 1. What is the mesh 38, 100, 220? Do you select that in xcs or is the screen premade? 2. Is it like other screen print screens where you can wash off the emulsion, clean the screen, apply new emulsion and use it again? Or is it one and done for that screen? 3. If they are only able to be burned one time, can you clean the ink off remove it from the frame and save it to reuse in the future? And how do you safely store them? 4. Will the replacement screens be cost effective to buy? So many questions. Lol. Maybe a good follow up video?

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

The settings in XCS say it is 100. I think they typically would be replaced by purchasing more. The kit was made for those of us with no idea how to do all the emulsion...lol. Yes, they can be cleaned and reused, they come with a "storage box". As far as cost that is a matter of how much they will be charging for new screens. I wouldn't think the cost would be too high.

@HopeDesigns 3 месяца назад

Did you use air assist?

@TheClackShack 3 месяца назад

I do

@HopeDesigns 3 месяца назад

@TheClackShack thank you 😊 I forgot to turn mine on lol. I saw someone say they turned theirs off for this and I couldn't understand why.

@JunkieVirus Месяц назад

installing this thing is the European version with a riser is messed up. there is no manual on how to mount the bracket. if I mount it based on the template in xtool design suite. the screen frame does not fit in my machine, using the two screw holes next to it feels wanky. and the screen is more than a cm above my honey comb. in Europe we cannot open the riser bay, en use the conveyer system. it's so messed up.

@TheClackShack Месяц назад

That is messed up. I have heard the lower unit is different in the UK due to the safety restrictions. I do not have a UK model to help figure it out.. Sorry

@JunkieVirus Месяц назад

@@TheClackShack Yeah if the riser opens it becomes a different rated laser. So it stays closed. And it’s very different than the American one. And I think they forgot about it when designing the screenprint bracket. It’s impossible to install normally. I made a ticket to see what they have to say

@TheClackShack Месяц назад

@@JunkieVirus I have heard that the screw placement is different. May require some new holes…

@rebaker2012 3 месяца назад

Would a ink roller be easier.

@TheClackShack 3 месяца назад

Don’t know, just following the directions

@bazookaproof2 6 месяцев назад

I need you to design some jigs for the frame for other lasers please. :)

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

I have. A squaring jig will work.

@chucklenz9011 6 месяцев назад

I’m wondering if one of those sewing machines with multiple color threads would be faster than screen printing???? Any input by a knowledgeable person would help.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

I wouldn't see how embroidery would be faster. Maybe more durable though.

@crowguy506 6 месяцев назад

I guess you could use your printers bed for faster drying.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Could I guess

@rogerkort4556 6 месяцев назад

use a bondo squeegee. Easyer to get even pressure.

@TheClackShack 6 месяцев назад

Great idea..

@roninido 6 месяцев назад

@@TheClackShack Definitely use rubber/silicone squeegee. A plastic squeegee is going to excessively wear and may damage the screen as well as the emulsion.

@BruinBearDoc 4 месяца назад

They REFUSE to support their screen printing XTool use with D1 and will NOT sell extra screens and materials! TOTAL scam!

@TheClackShack 4 месяца назад

They have added them to the site for pre-order. www.xtool.com/products/coated-screen-4pcs?_pos=2&_sid=f71d512df&_ss=r

@BruinBearDoc 4 месяца назад

Finally! Thank you! NOW, I need to get an alignment rig for my D1 leg for multiple color printing. XTools refused to tell me dimensions of alignment frame included with the D1 pro and they will not sell one to me.

@TheClackShack 4 месяца назад

@@BruinBearDoc you can mod one of my D1 jig kits to work. Thats really all you need

@user-rq7qi2rm8z 5 месяцев назад

Hello, I watched your video, it's great. I need a small copy too. PRINTER. OK!

@TheClackShack 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching