Why Your Laser is Smoking (And How to Fix It!)

Having trouble with your laser smoking? This one fix may solve all of your smoke issues.

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If your xTool P2 (or any laser) is producing more smoke or odor than usual while cutting or engraving wood or acrylic, the culprit might not be your air filter

—it could be your laser’s fan.

In this quick video tutorial, I’ll show you how to remove, clean, and reinstall your laser fan so it can properly pull smoke out of your machine. It’s easier than you think, and the difference is huge. I’ll also share the upgraded air filter I’m using to keep my workspace fresher than ever.

🎥 Watch the full “Why Your Laser is Smoking” fan cleaning tutorial here:

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