BearlyRich 167 Posted April 8, 2011 After cutting several times with my new PCUT, I noticed a few stray cuts in the first 6 inches of the vinyl. I could find no cause for it. It didn't happen after the first 6 inches and didn't happen with the pen using paper. Took me a bit and some careful watching to discover the problem. If you start the vinyl cutting with less than 5 or 6 inches hanging in front, it will catch on a ledge at the bottom of the fluted aluminum as it rolls down during cutting. Once caught, it bunches up and buckles, raising the vinyl up high enough to hit the raised blade as the head moves across causing the stray cuts. My simple 'fix'? I used duck tape. Applied a strip of 2 inch standard old duck tape across the bottom of the fluted aluminum and over that ledge. Make sure the top edge of the tape is in the middle of a concave flute of the aluminum or the tape edge will also catch the vinyl. After laying down my strip of tape, I have yet to have a stray cut again. Oh, and if you're like me and don't remove anything from new equipment, such as stickers and decals, that caution label on the front right side of the fluted aluminum will also catch the vinyl. Either make sure it's pressed down completely or just remove it... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 8, 2011 Oh yeah baby!!! DUCT TAPE RULEZ!!! heheeh It fixes everything, and btw thats exactly what i did to fix my problem weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BearlyRich 167 Posted April 8, 2011 My next project may be a "Possum Lodge" sign! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 8, 2011 My next project may be a "Possum Lodge" sign! ewwww, Send me the .eps when you do it hahahaahaha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
randalle 50 Posted April 8, 2011 After cutting several times with my new PCUT, I noticed a few stray cuts in the first 6 inches of the vinyl. I could find no cause for it. It didn't happen after the first 6 inches and didn't happen with the pen using paper. Took me a bit and some careful watching to discover the problem. If you start the vinyl cutting with less than 5 or 6 inches hanging in front, it will catch on a ledge at the bottom of the fluted aluminum as it rolls down during cutting. Once caught, it bunches up and buckles, raising the vinyl up high enough to hit the raised blade as the head moves across causing the stray cuts. My simple 'fix'? I used duck tape. Applied a strip of 2 inch standard old duck tape across the bottom of the fluted aluminum and over that ledge. Make sure the top edge of the tape is in the middle of a concave flute of the aluminum or the tape edge will also catch the vinyl. After laying down my strip of tape, I have yet to have a stray cut again. Oh, and if you're like me and don't remove anything from new equipment, such as stickers and decals, that caution label on the front right side of the fluted aluminum will also catch the vinyl. Either make sure it's pressed down completely or just remove it... Had the same issue with my LP. Covered that gap with some scrap 651 and it works like a champ now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rodger 527 Posted April 8, 2011 Bear , Bear .. Bear , OR you can do what I do & just fold the front edge of the vinyl up . That way it is not trying to retain the natural curve it got from being rolled up . After it measures & before each new cut .. I try to recurve at least 1/4" up . if not my Copam does the same thing sometimes . Good advice though & I have read where others have used " micacle " tape for that also . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arty-rc 719 Posted April 9, 2011 Good advice. I'll keep it in mind when I get my Pcut. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BearlyRich 167 Posted April 9, 2011 I tried folding up the front edge of the vinyl when I discovered the problem. Didn't want to work for me, or I just did it wrong... Ash; I searched for that logo for hours... No luck. Now I'm part way through making one. Hopefully in a couple of days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted April 9, 2011 My next project may be a "Possum Lodge" sign! If women don't find you handsome,at least they should find you handy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BearlyRich 167 Posted April 9, 2011 :thumbsup: :thumbsup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stetson5331 80 Posted April 9, 2011 Oh yeah baby!!! DUCT TAPE RULEZ!!! heheeh It fixes everything, and btw thats exactly what i did to fix my problem weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee And you bought a keyspan adapter for the duct tape too...LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 9, 2011 heheeh, I tried to get it hooked up to the key span Stetson, it kept sticking inside the serial port plug and stuck my finger to it. I was afraid other members would get stuck so I ran away real fast! I had to retreat on this idea! Maybe to much adherent? heheheehheehe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 9, 2011 If women don't find you handsome,at least they should find you handy. DAG!!!!!!! That's how I got the misses BJ, I fixed her tire that blew out on her car....... I ALWAYS WONDERED HOW I GOT THIS HOT CHICK TO TALK TO ME!!!! heheheeheheheh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BearlyRich 167 Posted April 9, 2011 You got off easy. I had to make dinner, bake bread AND do the dishes Now, the bigger question we're missing is; can we cut duct tape on the vinyl cutter??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boosted 2 Posted April 9, 2011 You got off easy. I had to make dinner, bake bread AND do the dishes Now, the bigger question we're missing is; can we cut duct tape on the vinyl cutter??? yes you can, but don't ask me how I know.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 9, 2011 yes you can, but don't ask me how I know.... hahhahahahaha that's a good one boost weeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BearlyRich 167 Posted April 9, 2011 Now we both know! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 9, 2011 :thumbsup: :thumbsup: hahaahahahahahaahahahah GOOD ONE BEARLY, I wasn't expecting that one heheheheeh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BearlyRich 167 Posted April 9, 2011 How could I resist??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 18, 2011 I knew this had to be feasible but didn't know if it would actually cut it or not....... man, thats great to know. Now when I tape something up like one of my dewalt power tools, I can cut dewalt on the tape!!!! haahahahahaahah 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BearlyRich 167 Posted April 18, 2011 It does cut, but not very good through the threads. A sharp xacto helps there... Now, where's the "duct tape" pattern vinyl??? I would sure buy a roll of that! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 18, 2011 ahahahaha duct tape pattern. Thats a good 1 right there weeeeeeeeeeeee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thebuttontaylor 1 Posted April 18, 2011 Bear , Bear .. Bear , OR you can do what I do & just fold the front edge of the vinyl up . That way it is not trying to retain the natural curve it got from being rolled up . After it measures & before each new cut .. I try to recurve at least 1/4" up . if not my Copam does the same thing sometimes . Good advice though & I have read where others have used " micacle " tape for that also . +1 :thumbsup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BearlyRich 167 Posted April 18, 2011 ewwww, Send me the .eps when you do it hahahaahaha I finally have a "finished" Possum Lodge logo. Haven't tried cutting it yet and it needs(?) 4 colors. If you want it, I'll send it to you. Not sure if I can post it?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted April 18, 2011 Thanks Bearly for my possum logo!!!!! sweet!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
