What is overcut in cutter plotter?
The overcut setting is used to tell the machine to cut a little further at the end of a shape to help guarantee closure. This is due to the fact that the blade tip is positioned at an angle and not directly in the center of the holder.
What is blade offset vinyl cutter?
A blade offset is the distance from the center-line of the diameter of the shank of a vinyl cutter blade to the point of the blade where the cutting is done (see diagram).
What is plotter blade offset?
The blade offset refers to the distance between the blade’s center and the tip. This offset value ensures your machine takes the blade into account when cutting so that it does not accidentally cut into your design.
What should I do if my printer cutter is not working?
The printer should now cut immediately following the completed print and drying time. Access the printer driver in Windows. Ensure that the Disable automatic cutter option is not selected. If so, remove the checkmark from this option, click Apply and then OK.
What to do when cut line does not line up?
When the cut line does not line up properly, it can be a simple fix depending on how the misalignment looks like. If all the cut lines are moved to one side either left, right, away, or closer to you while standing in front of the cutter that will be a simple calibration.
Why is my drawing using the wrong plot style?
Corrupt drawing. The drawing is using the wrong type of plot style. Change drawing component colors from TrueColor (RGB) to Index colors (1-255). Remove and reinstall the affected printer driver. Set printer driver custom properties to plot monochrome or color output as desired.
Why is my Vinyl cutter not cutting properly?
If your design has an incomplete cut because the line has begun to fade away, check that your blade is not too dull from frequent use. This should be obvious, but sometimes it’s the little things that get overlooked. Also make sure that the blade holder is firmly secure in the tool holder.