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Step by Step guide for Tumbler Engraving for the xTool M1 using the Rotary Chuck RA2 Pro.  I know some people have posted variations of a walk through, or portions of the process.  I wanted to offer my understanding and things I have learned while using this machine.  This walkthrough will:

Start at tumbler layout XCS
Setting up the tumbler on the RA2 Pro
RA2 Pro setup in the M1
Preparing XCS for engraving
Engraving
Post Processing

Sorry if this is a little long and wordy, but I understand there are users of all levels in this community, and I'd like to share my understanding of how I've been able to successfully repeat the engraving process for the tumblers.  Some knowledge came came from failures.  Some knowledge came from advice from others.  I'd like to help you avoid the failure part if I can with these steps!  There is a reason to every step in this process.  It is detailed, but goes quickly once you understand the setup.  I do go though this for every cup.  

Some of these steps are my preferences.  The M1 is a versatile machine.  With the versatility of the M1, There are variances to reach the same results.  So every step or preference may not align with your particular preference or how you find it process to work best for you.  So please accept this as an option on how to process, and if you find a better way that works for you, then by all means do it the way that you feel most comfortable and provides you with the best results.

Instead of a video, I'm providing this as written instruction, as it helps me best when referencing instructions.  Its the way I learn.  So I hope this helps you in your journey.