A UV printer is a type of digital printer that uses ultraviolet (UV) light to instantly cure ink as it prints. This allows you to apply vibrant, durable graphics directly onto a wide range of solid objects—without transfer paper or drying time.

• Wide Material Compatibility: Print directly on wood, acrylic, plastic, metal, glass, and other hard or coated surfaces.
• 3D Textures: Layer ink to create raised or embossed effects you can see and feel.
• Ready Immediately: Prints are fully cured and ready to handle the moment printing stops.

While they both use UV (ultraviolet) technology, they function in opposite ways — the key difference is subtractive vs. additive:

• UV Laser (Subtractive): Uses a laser beam to etch, penetrate, or remove material. Excels at precise surface engraving on metals, wood, leather, and dark acrylic, with unique capabilities like 3D glass subsurface engraving.
• UV Printer (Additive): Uses UV light to cure ink, adding layers of vibrant CMYK and White ink onto the surface. Designed to apply full-color photos, logos, and 3D textures onto objects.

The xTool O1 opens up a wide range of creative and commercial products, including:

• Collectibles: Custom trading cards, card slabs, and acrylic standees
• Home & Decor: Fridge magnets, coasters, and decorative plaques
• Personalized Accessories: Phone cases, keychains, and wallets
• Drinkware: Mugs, tumblers, and bottles

Whether you're creating a one-of-a-kind gift or a batch of products for sale, this machine transforms ordinary objects into extraordinary creations.

The xTool O1 is built for makers, DIYers, studios, and small businesses looking for a faster, more practical way to create and produce. If you're tired of UV printers that impress on paper but stall in real use, you'll feel the difference the moment you start your first job.

The xTool O1 features an A3+ print bed measuring 330mm × 420mm (approx. 13" × 16.5"), with a Z-axis clearance of at least 150mm (5.9"). This spacious working area allows you to:

• Print multiple items in a single batch run for maximum efficiency
• Accommodate thick substrates, deep-walled boxes, and pre-assembled products
• Handle objects with raised features or uneven surfaces without modification

Yes! The xTool O1 includes rotary attachment support for printing on a variety of cylindrical objects, including espresso cups, standard mugs, tumblers, travel bottles, and wine glasses. Note that objects with recessed areas or grooves may require a smooth printable surface for best results.

For high-volume orders — such as 50–200 unit custom drinkware batches for weddings, corporate gifting, or events — the O1 makes it operationally feasible to complete entire runs in a single session.

The xTool O1 uses dual-head technology, meaning it has two separate printheads — one dedicated to white ink, one for CMYK and varnish. This allows the printer to apply multiple ink layers simultaneously rather than in separate passes.

The key advantage is speed without sacrificing quality: dual-head printing cuts production time by nearly half compared to single-head systems, while maintaining precise alignment between color, white, and varnish layers.

The xTool O1 uses custom ICC profiles developed specifically for its ink set and printheads, ensuring consistent color reproduction from your screen to your finished product — across wood, acrylic, metal, glass, and more.

A white ink underbase is applied first as a reflective foundation, allowing light to pass through the CMYK layers and reflect back for brighter, more accurate colors on dark or transparent materials. The printer is also G7 certified, the industry gold standard for color consistency.

Yes — the xTool O1 integrates seamlessly with xTool laser machines (like the xTool P3) through xTool Studio (XCS). You can define UV print areas and laser cut paths in the same software, then run each machine in sequence with automatic path calibration to match the printed pattern.

This print-and-cut workflow is ideal for products like acrylic standees, custom shapes, and decorated blanks — and can dramatically increase the retail value of your finished pieces.

The xTool O1 Omni UV Printer is estimated to launch in Q2 2026. Sign up in the form above for first dibs at our preorder launch!