xTool P3 – The Most Automated Laser Cutting & Engraving Machine In Its Class

The xTool P3 is the first true small-form CO₂ laser cutter with automation built directly into the machine. No more manual focus. No more Z-height guess-work. No more trial-and-error alignment. The P3 is designed for serious makers, entrepreneurs, brand builders, and small manufacturing companies who want to eliminate bottlenecks and convert time directly into revenue.

 

The reason this machine matters is simple:

Automation = throughput per hour.
And throughput per hour is what gives you:

  • consistent production
  • higher daily output
  • lower labour time
  • higher profit margin per job

We are no longer in the era where small shops need to fight with brackets, manual focus blocks, rulers, improvised jig setups, or constantly “trial and error” their way through jobs.

This machine is the line in the sand.
This is the machine for the person who has already decided they want to run efficient production — not forever remain a hobbyist.
This machine is not designed for people who want to play with ideas.

This machine is built for people who want to EXTRACT PROFIT from ideas.
We are now dealing with a machine created for real production.

And it is now available in South Africa — through Max Laser — with training, on-site or remote, and access to the Max Laser Academy included when you buy.

xTool P3 CO2 Laser Cutting & Engraving Machine

Retail Price (xTool P3 Versatile Bundle):

R187 650 Inc VAT

 

Who the xTool P3 Is Designed For

Not every laser buyer needs a P3.
This machine serves a particular type of business user.

 

Persona 1 – The Maker Scaling Into Production

You’ve tasted success. You’ve sold enough commissions, custom orders or prototypes to know there’s demand — now you want to scale.

 

Persona 2 – The Entrepreneurship Manufacturer

You want to manufacture your own products. You want to sell more units per day. You want a laser that can run repeated, consistent parts.

 

 

Persona 3 – The Branding & Gifting Producer

You want to move from a small “crafting” business into the business of producing signage, branding plates, gifting batches, packaging elements, acrylic products, leather goods.

The xTool P3 is the machine that lets all three of these personas step into actual production territory — without needing a large industrial machine footprint, or industrial power requirements, or industrial workshop space.

This is production power — in a business-friendly footprint.

 

INTRO VIDEO DEMO

Watch the P3 at work.
THIS is the difference between manually adjusting a hobby machine and letting an intelligent automation platform run production.

When prospective buyers see this video, they understand immediately why the P3 is a different category.

Features at a Glance – Why the xTool P3 Is So Powerful

We are not listing features for the sake of checking boxes.
We are listing features that improve profit per hour — the only metric that matters in production.

1) 80W CO₂ Laser Power

Real cutting power.
Cut thicker materials faster and cleaner.
Less passes = more production per shift.

2) AutoFocus with LiDAR Surface Measurement

The P3 actively “reads” the surface height and adjusts automatically.
Stop wasting time focusing manually.
Your time is your cost — automation saves time instantly.

3) AutoLift Bed System

Material thickness differences no longer slow you down.
The bed automatically raises or lowers to achieve the correct focal height.

4) Dual Camera Vision System (Panorama + Close Range)

This is surgical alignment.
Text, graphics, complex shapes — all placed perfectly, batch after batch.

5) Conveyor Feeder Compatibility

This is the “secret sauce” for real small manufacturing.
Long material sheets can be fed through the machine for batch runs.

6) Smart MagSwap RA3 Rotary System

Swap from flat to round objects faster.
Tumblers, bottles, mugs, glassware — zero drama, zero manual bending.

7) Fast Engraving Speed (±1200mm/s Capability)

This is industrial engraving speed in a desktop-execution format.

8) Class 1 Safety Enclosure

Legal, compliant, safe.
No exposed beam.
Protect staff. Protect your business.

9) Fire Detection & Suppression Technology

Production = time.
Downtime = money loss.
Safety systems protect your workflow.

10) LightBurn Compatible

Use XCS OR LightBurn.
This means you are not locked in.

11) Supports BOTH Pro Makers and Pro Engineers

Your designer AND your technician will approve this machine.

12) Designed For Business Scaling

Everything above this point proves one thing:

The xTool P3 is for people who want to increase their daily output — reliably.

What Makes the xTool P3 Different?

All lasers can “cut”.

Very few lasers can increase your profit per hour.

That is the difference.

Most cheap lasers create human friction:

  • manual focusing
  • manual bed height
  • manual template alignment
  • manual test cuts

All those manual adjustments are lost time.

The xTool P3 is engineered to eliminate that friction.

When friction disappears → throughput rises.
When throughput rises → margins increase.

Automation is not convenience.
Automation is a business advantage.

Power & Performance: Deep Technical Specifications (SPEC-B)

CATEGORY

SPECIFICATION

Laser Source

CO₂ 80W Tube

Cutting Technology

Focused infrared beam, CO₂ gas discharge

Focus System

Intelligent Autofocus + LiDAR-assisted ranging

LiDAR Measurement Range

~1mm – ±45mm detection range

Working Area

approx. 915 × 458mm

Z‐Axis Bed Lift Travel

Automatic lift for focal distance adjustment

Engraving Speed

up to ±1200mm/s

Beam Diameter (optical focus)

approx. 0.1mm focal spot

Camera System

Dual camera — panoramic + close-range HD

Camera Resolution

16MP primary (approx)

Camera Alignment Accuracy

±0.1mm (material dependent)

Conveyor Compatible

Yes — Intelligence Conveyor Feeder included in Versatile Bundle

Rotary Compatible

Yes — Smart MagSwap RA3 included in Versatile Bundle

Supported Software

XCS / LightBurn compatible

Supported Materials

Wood, MDF, acrylic, leather, coated metal, anodised aluminium, stainless steel (IR module required), packaging boards, fabrics

Cooling

Integrated water cooling (closed system)

Safety Classification

Class 1 enclosure

Fire Detection

Active fire monitoring

Fire Suppression

Integrated system

Exhaust Interface

External exhaust compatible

Electrical Requirements

Standard South African power outlet

 xTool P3 vs xTool P2S (Tier-Up Comparison)

We get this question every week.

Because the xTool P2 and P2S are already massively respected globally.

So let’s be completely transparent and direct — the P2S is aimed at serious hobbyists and small studio makers.

The xTool P3 is aimed at business production.

DIMENSIONxTool P2SxTool P3WINNERWHYLaser PowerCO₂ (light industrial)CO₂ 80WP3Thicker, faster cuttingWorkflowSemi-manualIntelligent AutomationP3Time saved per jobAlignmentCamera assistDual camera + AI alignmentP3Higher precisionProductivityMediumHighP3Designed for throughputScale PotentialLimitedCommercial tierP3Built for business growth

Summary in one sentence:

If the P2S is the “breakthrough” machine, the P3 is the “scale up” machine.

Real South African Production Use Cases

1) Branding & Gifting Businesses

Keychains, nameplates, commemorative plaques, corporate gift sets.

Automation = less fiddling = more batches per hour.

2) Acrylic Signage Shops

Cutting acrylic is where the P3 becomes a monster.
One pass. Clean edge. Repeatable.

3) Laser Manufacturing Startups

If you have a product line (wall art, décor, room décor, game organisers) — the P3 allows you to push volume.

4) Leather Product Makers

Wallets, straps, bookmarks — with rotary you expand to round items too.

5) Packaging & Presentation Products

Luxury packaging elements are extremely profitable — laser cut inserts increase perceived value instantly.

6) Merch Sellers

The P3 is perfect for short-run on-demand personalised merch production.

7) Machine Shops / Workshops With Mixed Materials

Wood. Acrylic. Leather. Plastics. With IR module: coated metals.

This is the most flexible small production laser you can get without jumping into industrial-size engineering machinery.

 

Top 10 Products You Can Sell With The xTool P3

Premium Acrylic Signage
Restaurants, salons, gyms, boutique stores.

Custom LED Night Lights
Massive demand. Kids. Gamers. Couples.

Leather Goods
Wallets, keyholders, tags.

Corporate Gifts
Awards, plaques, presentation items.

 

Personalised Tumblers
Rotary device = fast wrap engrave.

Wall Art & Décor Sets
High volume, high margin.

Book Nook / Shelf Inserts
Mega trending niche worldwide.

Cake Toppers / Event Decor
Weddings, baby showers, birthdays.

Product Display Stands
Retail, craft markets, online shops.

Board Game / Hobby Organisers
Organisers are a proven hit globally — and extremely profitable.

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Why Buy Your xTool P3 From Us

We are not “box shifters”.
We are in the business of building other people’s businesses.

On-Site or Remote Training Included

We train you how to set up correctly and how to produce.

Access to Max Laser Academy Included

You get our training platform included — not as an add-on upsell.

Local Backup Support

In South Africa.
We answer the phone.
We fix problems.
We stock parts.

Local Johannesburg Demo Studio

Come see the machine running.
Bring your own artwork.
We’ll show you how to produce.

We Specialise In Helping Small Businesses Win

Machines are not the product.
Success is the product.

Join thousands of SA entrepreneurs who started with a single job and now run confident, repeatable workflows.

Book a live demo

What’s Included in the xTool P3 Versatile Bundle

This is a TURNKEY productivity bundle.

 

MACHINE:

  • xTool P3 — 80W CO₂ Class 1 enclosed laser

HARDWARE ACCESSORIES:

  • Mobile Work Stand
  • Intelligence Conveyor Feeder
  • Smart MagSwap RA3 Rotary Device

SOFTWARE:

  • xTool Creative Space (XCS)
  • LightBurn compatible (optional purchase)

ACCESSORIES KIT:

  • Power cable
  • Exhaust tubing
  • Clamps / screws
  • Starter material pack
  • Safety keys

SERVICES INCLUDED:

  • On-site or remote setup training
  • Production workflow training
  • Operating safety training
  • Access to Max Laser Academy training platform
  • Lifetime support from us
  • Warranty included

 

Pricing & Finance

xTool P3 CO2 Laser Cutting & Engraving Machine

Retail Price (xTool P3 Versatile Bundle):

R187 650 Inc VAT

 

Finance Option Available

Down Payment: R15,000
Term: 60 months
Monthly Repayment: R5,031 per month

This makes the xTool P3 a monthly business asset — not a once-off capital burden.

Profit Potential Example (Simple Reality)

Example product: acrylic signage
Average profit = ± R250 per sign

Sell just:

  • 2 signs per day
  • 5 days per week

That’s:

  • 10 signs per week
  • ± R2,500 per week
  • ± R10,000 profit per month

Your monthly repayment is R5,031.

Just ONE of the TEN product categories can pay the finance — and still leave margin.
That is why production machines pay themselves back fast.

Finance FAQ

Yes. New and small businesses can apply. You do not need years of trading to apply.

You can finance as an individual or through a registered business entity.

You need:

  • South African ID
  • Proof of address / utility bill
  • Bank statements OR proof of income
  • 2 Max Laser finance documents (we supply them)
    Once those are submitted, the process moves forward.

Typically 24–72 hours after documents are submitted.

No — down payment is only required after approval and once the agreement is accepted.

Yes — even 1 strong product line (like signage or gifting) can realistically cover repayments.

Yes — on-site or remote setup + Max Laser Academy access is included.

Yes — we are based in South Africa and offer full backup.

100%. We encourage it.
Come to our Johannesburg studio and bring your questions.

This is where everything comes together:

The xTool P3 is the most automated laser cutting & engraving machine in its class.

If you want to:

  • speed up production
  • cut thicker materials efficiently
  • produce consistently
  • reduce operator friction
  • scale your product output
  • run a professional small manufacturing line

…then this is the correct machine.

We will train you.
We will support you.
We will help you build a profitable workflow.

If you have any questions about our products, need further assistance, or would like to request a live demonstration, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 010 534 6996. We’re here to help with any inquiries you may have.

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