Wire Feeder for xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder

The Wire Feeder for xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder is a replacement and spare-use accessory designed specifically for the xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder. It provides automatic welding wire feeding at a preset speed, allowing the operator to follow the welding gun without manually pulling or controlling the wire feed speed. This makes the wire feeding process more convenient, particularly for users working with different welding materials.

The wire feeder supports multiple welding wire diameters and materials, including stainless steel, mild steel, aluminum, brass, and titanium. It is also designed to work with compatible wire spools up to 8.5 kg, with a maximum spool thickness of 105 mm and maximum external diameter of 300 mm.

Key Features

• Designed for the xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder
• Not compatible with the 800W model
• Intended for spare use
• Automatic wire feeding at a preset speed
• Makes changing welding wire easier
• Supports multiple welding wire diameters
• Compatible with 0.8 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.2 mm, and 1.6 mm welding wire
• Supports stainless steel, mild steel, aluminum, brass, titanium, and other listed welding materials
• Supports wire spools up to 8.5 kg
• Supports wire spools up to 105 mm thick
• Supports wire spools with a maximum external diameter of 300 mm
• Requires a wire spool with a 2-inch (50 mm) core diameter

Automatic Wire Feeding for Metal Welding

The automatic wire feeding system is designed to make welding more straightforward by automatically feeding the welding wire at the preset speed when connected to the MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder. Instead of manually pulling the wire or adjusting the feed speed while welding, the operator can follow the welding gun and concentrate on the welding process.

This xTool MetalFab wire feeder can be particularly useful for users who regularly perform welding work and need consistent wire delivery during operation.

Easier Welding Wire Changes

The wire feeder allows users to switch welding wire by changing the connection cable between the wire feeder and laser welder. xTool states that this process avoids the need to remove and reinstall the wire spool when changing between materials, making it useful for workflows involving multiple-material welding.

For workshops that work with different metals, this wire feeder for xTool MetalFab provides a more convenient way to manage welding wire changes.

Welding Wire Compatibility

The Wire Feeder for xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder supports several welding wire sizes:

The official xTool product information lists compatibility with stainless steel, mild steel, aluminum, brass, titanium, and other welding materials. Select the appropriate welding wire according to the material being welded and the requirements of the welding application.

Wire Spool Compatibility

The wire feeder supports wire spools with the following maximum dimensions:

Checking the spool dimensions before installation helps ensure compatibility with the feeder.

xTool MetalFab 1200W Compatibility

This wire feeder is specifically compatible with the xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder. It is not intended for the 800W model. xTool also states that the 1200W welder comes with a wire feeder, so this product is intended for spare use rather than as a required additional feeder for a new 1200W machine.

The compatibility requirement is important when selecting an xTool MetalFab accessory, particularly because the 800W and 1200W MetalFab configurations use different wire-feeding arrangements.

Wire Feeder Setup and Connection

According to xTool’s official support documentation, the wire feeder is placed on the left side of the main unit with its control buttons facing the same side as the touchscreen. The feeder connects to the laser welder through the FEEDER ports.

The official setup procedure also covers installation of the appropriate drive rolls, wire feeding tube, welding wire, and wire feeding nozzle. The feeder includes different drive-roll and nozzle options to accommodate the supported wire diameters.

Included Wire Feeder Components

The official xTool support documentation identifies the following items as part of the wire feeder setup:

xTool’s support documentation also notes that a roll of 1 mm stainless steel wire is included with the product.

Technical Specifications

The product-page specifications above are based on xTool’s current official listing.

For additional setup information, xTool’s support documentation specifies a wire feeding speed range of 2–100 mm/s, a working voltage of 24 V DC, a wire feeding tube length of 3 m, and feeder dimensions of 528 × 226 × 378.25 mm with a weight of 8.9 kg.

Practical Applications

The Wire Feeder for xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder is useful for welding workflows that require automatic wire delivery and the ability to work with different welding wires.

Typical applications supported by the listed wire and material compatibility include:

• Stainless steel welding
• Mild steel welding
• Aluminum welding
• Brass welding
• Titanium welding
• Multi-material welding workflows
• Replacement or spare wire-feeder use for the MetalFab 1200W

Always select the appropriate welding wire and setup for the material being processed.

Important Compatibility Note

This product should not be purchased for the xTool MetalFab 800W Laser Welder. The official product page specifically states that it is compatible with the 1200W Laser Welder and not the 800W model. The 1200W machine already includes a wire feeder, making this product suitable as a spare or replacement unit.

Why Choose the Wire Feeder for xTool MetalFab 1200W?

For users operating an xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder, this spare wire feeder provides automatic wire delivery and supports multiple welding wire sizes and materials. Its ability to simplify wire changes can also be valuable in workshops that switch between different welding materials.

Before purchasing, verify that your machine is the xTool MetalFab 1200W Laser Welder and that your selected welding wire and spool meet the supported specifications.