I have wasted about 4 sheets of 3mm basswood today, attempting to cut out some coasters. However out of the 12 coasters thus far only 4 bases and one top has cut out properly. I adjusted the kerf, however that made no difference at all. Any suggestions would be fantastic.

I have the settings for the 1.5mm basswood down to a tee, however this thicker one is just not playing the game. I do not believe it is the laser as the lens is cleaned after every use and the baseplate is done to. All suggestions gratefully accepted and will be tried.

Researched some other settings, its an epic fail. I have cut 3mm basswood before without a problem, now it seems that the thickness for the Xtool 5W is a lot less than is stated in all information for the M1. To say that I am disappointed is an understatement. Total frustration and a loss of wood that should NEVER have happened. Not happy at all.