XAutoLab Connect Program
Partner Program
Your machine.
Your income. Your community.
Buy an XAutoLab machine, do your own work—and optionally earn extra income by helping nearby customers with assembly. Zero commission. Zero pressure.
Join XAutoLab Connect →From frustrated maker to local assembly pro
The XAutoLab Connect journey, told in four panels.
Four simple steps
No complicated setup. No hidden requirements. Just a machine, your skills, and a community ready to connect.
Get your machine
Start with your own projects, learn at your own pace. No prior SMT experience needed.
We list your location
When someone nearby needs assembly, we send them your way. Local first, always.
You decide
Accept jobs when it makes sense. Decline when you're busy. No pressure, ever.
You keep everything
No commission, no fees. You set the price and handle payment directly with the customer.
Built for makers, by makers
Desktop manufacturing should be accessible to everyone. Not everyone needs to own a machine—sometimes they just need a few boards assembled.
Desktop-scale manufacturing
We believe small-scale manufacturing belongs on the desktop, not just in factories. XAutoLab makes that real.
Community that earns together
Machine owners get extra income from their investment. Customers get fast, local service. Everyone wins.
Zero platform fees
We take 0% commission. You negotiate directly, you get paid directly. We just make the introduction.
Why local matters
We match by location first. Shorter distances mean faster turnaround, lower shipping costs, and the ability to meet face-to-face when needed.
We prioritize the closest match—same city first, then region, then country. Local connections simply work better for everyone.
- 1st Same city — fastest turnaround, meet in person
- 2nd Same region — quick shipping, familiar timezone
- 3rd Same country — still local, no customs hassle
Oakland maker? We connect you with Bay Area customers.
Based in Berlin? We send European inquiries your way.
That's completely fine.
You don't need prior SMT experience. The machine handles 0402 components out of the box. Software setup is straightforward. Most users are placing components within their first day.
Start with your own boards. Get comfortable. When you're ready to take on outside work, you'll know. There's no rush and no deadline.
Everything you need to know
Do I have to accept jobs?
Not at all. This is completely voluntary. We'll send inquiries your way, but you're free to say yes or no based on your schedule and interest.
How much should I charge?
That's between you and the customer. We don't set rates or take a cut. You negotiate based on the job, your time, and what makes sense locally.
What if I'm brand new to this?
Perfect. Our machine is designed for first-time users. Start with your own projects, get comfortable, and take on outside work when you're ready.
What if I already own a pick and place machine?
You can still join. Some users run multiple machines or use ours for specific component sizes or backup capacity.
How do you match customers to machine owners?
By location. We prioritize the closest match—same city first, then region, then country. Local connections work better for everyone.
Is there any cost to join the program?
No. Joining XAutoLab Connect is free. The only requirement is owning an XAutoLab machine. Everything else is completely optional.
Join XAutoLab Connect
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