Gripy 3 Posted November 22, 2011 I currently (dont) use a Refine 751 that has a dead motherboard. I want a new more reliable cutter and the Graptec seems like the right decision but i need to know a few things first. First of all, whats the deal with the different sizes of blades that graphtec uses? They have a 0.9mm and a 1.5mm, why? And what size should i use for day to day use. I cut everything from paint mask (very light material) all the way up to Oracal reflective and everything in between. Is something like the Graphtec more reliable and study than the Chinese MH-751 sold here on USCutter? Will the Graphtec actually give me more precise cuts for fine detail images? Or are all cutters really just the same? Ive been reading thru the forums here and what ive seen so far has got me pretty excited! Also, is there a difference these "Clean Cut" blades and other new ones like the Performance Carbide blades? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,708 Posted November 22, 2011 I personally own a Graphtec, an upgrade from a Chinese cutter. I only cut vinyl with it, as that is my main business. The only setting I have to change occasionally is the force on different vinyl, because of different vinyl thickness. The offset is always perfect. The tracking is great, The machine is definately a well built solid machine and very quiet running. The 1.5mm is for a different blade holder (red top blade holder) for much thicker material like rhinestone templates, sandblast . 09mm is for (blue top blade holder) for regular vinyl. I bought my Graphtec new in '08 and have never had a problem with it, and I use it everyday. And I never have static issues or memory issues with it.and it will run great on USB connection. I have never had to run it on serial or a keyspan. I run mine from an xp windows laptop. If your familiar with Signblazer, you can use it on the Graphtec. You can't go wrong with a Graphtec. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vinylmotivations 143 Posted November 22, 2011 +1 on that I upgraded from a LP24 (CT630) Chinese cutter- which can't get cut strips for right now any less than about 40-50$... The Graphtec was a no-brainer and I would do it again in a heartbeat!!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gripy 3 Posted November 22, 2011 Thanks guys this is just the kind of thing I needed to hear. I hate to have to spend the money at this time of year BUT I would hate even more to be without a cutter at this time of year! Cant wait to get it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfought 120 Posted November 22, 2011 don't think just do. i have a a graphtec fc 7000-75 and i would never go back. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
34Ford 7 Posted November 22, 2011 Typically the chinese cutters have stepper motors, not servo motors. I have 2 Graphtecs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gripy 3 Posted November 28, 2011 So ive been doing a little research on the tec behind the motors and its pretty impressive. But what i want to know is, is there a noticeable difference between the steppers and servos? I think im going to order my new cutter tonight. Im really excited about the tangential cutting Eventually i will fix my other USCutter Refine and keep it for back up and other jobs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,708 Posted November 29, 2011 one thing is, servo motors are very smooth, and quiet, more precise accurate cutting. I run my Graphtec on usb, and no static or memory problems. I have a Chinese with a stepper motor also, (my first cutter), loud. tracking not the greatest. not enough memory always on large detailed images. My Graphtec has never failed me on any job, and I have cut up to 16ft long images. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gripy 3 Posted December 6, 2011 My CE5000-60 got here yesterday! Got it set up and running in no time. Ive only cut some thin paint mask mats so far but wow this thing kicked its butt! instant weeding with no snags and perfect corners! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,708 Posted December 6, 2011 congratulations on a very good, smart purchase.. You can never go wrong on a Graphtec, quiet , smooth, accurate. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gripy 3 Posted December 17, 2011 congratulations on a very good, smart purchase.. You can never go wrong on a Graphtec, quiet , smooth, accurate. This thing is like a luxury item! It was expensive as HELL and i still havent made any money but MAN this thing is nice! The only problem is that the roller bars that hold the vinyl are BENT so it has a slight wobble to it. My new blades just got here today so im about to test cut some reflective Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gripy 3 Posted January 14, 2012 Ok havent used it to much yet but im loving it so far. Am i correct in assuming there isnt supposed to be a cutting strip like other cutters use correct? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gripy 3 Posted January 26, 2012 Does anybody know if the CE5000 is supposed to have a cutting strip like other machines? I see that USCutter sells them http://www.uscutter....B-GRPACE5000TEF but mine didnt come with one and ive seen videos of people using this machine and theirs didnt have one either. Ok havent used it to much yet but im loving it so far. Am i correct in assuming there isnt supposed to be a cutting strip like other cutters use correct? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfatty500 454 Posted January 26, 2012 I would think it would be installed at the factory. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,708 Posted January 27, 2012 removed my post LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vinylmotivations 143 Posted February 2, 2012 The cut strip on the CE5000 is very wide- and very thin... almost an inch wide and very thin... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,708 Posted February 2, 2012 WOW..just measured mine..Graphtec. FC 7000... top of strip under 1/4" wide... I would think they would be close... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted February 6, 2012 Actually carolyn the one on the ce5000's is quite wide - I would guess over an inch and very very flat to the cutter - they are black like yours but with them being on black painted metal they could appear to not be there, I am not sure why they went so wide on that model, on my roland it is like yours Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
