Patrick Campanale explores a fast-paced project involving UV printing on ceramic coasters with the xTool O1 Omni, aiming to showcase a potentially sellable item for Christmas or small business ventures. The entire process, from setup to print completion, takes under ten minutes and costs approximately $1.50 per coaster.
The video details setting up the project in xTool Studio, including scanning the coaster, creating a Smart Mask to control overspray, and configuring a flat white-plus-color print. Patrick uses a ceramic coaster preset and positions a photo for printing, explaining his choice of settings and highlighting the estimated ink cost based on retail pricing.
Patrick discusses important considerations such as using the standard bed with magnetic coasters, choosing between different UV options (rigid or flexible white), and adjusting feathering and choke settings. He notes that while laying down a layer of white isn't strictly necessary for these coasters, it can help seal porous surfaces and improve print quality.
The project offers a practical takeaway: personalized coaster sets are a potentially profitable venture due to their low material cost and quick production time. Patrick encourages viewers to experiment with different settings and suggests listing the coasters on platforms like Etsy.