MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 16, 2013 UScutter site shows the same colors for 24" and 30" 63 color choices. Oracal 651 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 16, 2013 do a search on how many peole are sorry they bought a graphtec - and the same or any other value cutter How do i search that..lol. Are u saying there are people who regeret buying the graphtec? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 16, 2013 Ok so the graphtec only cuts 23" but will do 30'feet long... So u can just turn your lettering/numbering from horizontal to vertical correct??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 16, 2013 Graphtec user manuals are available online, so are all specifications for the machine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OWJones 1,981 Posted March 16, 2013 I think dakotagrafx was implying that the number of people who regret buying a Graphtec is very close to zero, whereas the number of people who regret not having spent the extra for a Graphtec is much higher. It is entirely possible to be 100% happy with almost any cutter that US Cutter sells - it all depends on what will fit your needs and how much time and effort you're willing to devote to getting it all dialed in and working. Yes, the Graphtec will cut up to 23" wide, but as you pointed out, you can run your design through lengthwise so you can cut designs up to 30' in length by up to 23" in height - and you can tile larger designs together if you ever need to cut something taller. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 16, 2013 OWjones and Dakotagrapfx, you both have the graphtec ce5000 Correct? How much did you pay for it, more than this $1395 sale price??? Can u show me some examples of your work and about how much u charged for them? I have been reading alot on many forums...and pricing work seems to be an issue...some people dont charge enuff and are losing money in materials...etc.. If i am going to get this graphtec ce500 and spend $1400 on it and then another $500 on some startup materials... i want to get stuff started up right the first time and charge enuff to make a profit.. I believe i have enuff potential clients and customers and can make some money from this to justify the graphtec. There are like 5 companies in town that do vinyl work. 2 of them mostly do car wraps and big signs, police cars, etc.. The other 3 do just signs and banners and custom work.... and all of these companies are always busy!! The one that i go to and have them cut my stuff, the lady says she has so many big projects its hard for her and her 4 employees to do the smaller stuff..and she would gladly send the small stuff my way!! These 5 companies are in the big city, about 15 miles from me.... i live out in a small town, and by 4 other small towns, with lots of small town companies and businesses... so lots of potential customers out and about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 16, 2013 Well i just got off the phone with Ordway Sign Supply....and ordered a Graphtec CE5000-60 for $1395..... A bit more than what I originally wanted to spend for a cutter... but hopefully i wont regret it. My next payday is Thursday...and I will order some materials, vinyl and supplies.... will also look for a basket for the cutter... I have been saving up some money for a suspension lift kit for my truck... had to dip into that fund But the way i see it, this is a good investment and if i work hard at it i can double or triple my investment! I just hope all of you guys (and gals) will lend this newb a hand here and there.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 16, 2013 you won't be sorry you got the better cutter. here is an example of what the graphtec can dosoa mug was sandblased for wife and me - not for sale Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 16, 2013 Wow...nice..howd u do that mug?? Whats the process?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 16, 2013 reverse weed the vinyl - apply to mug - sandblast - remove- masking- wash just used regular vinyl I had Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 16, 2013 that cool....wonder if thats something i can do... i have a sandblaster cabinet at work..lol Can someone point me a link to a good vinyl starter kit with vinyl and etc.. theres alot of stuff on ebay... does anyone buy stuff off there? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 16, 2013 stay away from most ebay sellers, jripper would be an exception -= have bought app tape from them and no problem. stay away from starter kits - you end up with inferior stuff and stuff you will never use - just takes one of those items to make the rest cost more than just ordering what you need Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 16, 2013 so no starter kits...but what about bundles of vinyl rolls?? Or do u buy them individually? i just dont see anything much on uscutters site or am i overlooking it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 16, 2013 http://www.uscutter.com/ORACAL-651-Intermediate-Cal-Vinyl-24-x-10-Yard-Roll any yes you can do the sandblasting in the cabinet at work Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 16, 2013 http://www.uscutter.com/ORACAL-651-Intermediate-Cal-Vinyl-24-x-50-Yard-Roll Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 16, 2013 Ok cool so thats $20.99 a roll??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 16, 2013 this guy is honest also and when you order multiple rolls the shipping rate gets more reasonable http://www.ebay.com/sch/stickerman5000/m.html?_ipg=50&_sop=10&_rdc=1I have used his fdc and 3m vinyl with no problems Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 17, 2013 ok cool...whats the best application tape??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 17, 2013 I use R-tape, main tape almost exclusively - Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessehop 6 Posted March 17, 2013 i been using RTape Clear Choice AT60 - General Purpose Clear Medium-Tack Application the 12 inch GreenStar Layflat Classic Transfer Tape - Medium Tack - Assorted Widths .. so far they been good for me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 17, 2013 personally I stay away from store brands like greenstar - look at the pros like skeeter - never use the store brands. on the clear- i seldom use it - paper is the only way to fly - again check the old timers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 17, 2013 THIS IS WHAT I HAVE SO FAR? Look OK? any suggestions? Product Name Part # Qty Price Ea. Total ORACAL 651 Intermediate Cal Vinyl 24" x 10 Yard Roll Color 010 - White ORS6512410 $20.99 $20.99 ORACAL 651 Intermediate Cal Vinyl 24" x 10 Yard Roll Color 032 - Light Red ORS6512410 $23.99 $23.99 ORACAL 651 Intermediate Cal Vinyl 24" x 10 Yard Roll Color 070 - Black ORS6512410 $20.99 $20.99 ORACAL 651 Intermediate Cal Vinyl 24" x 10 Yard Roll Color 086 - Brilliant Blue ORS6512410 $23.99 $23.99 ORACAL 651 Intermediate Cal Vinyl 24" x 10 Yard Roll Color 068 - Grass Green ORS6512410 $23.99 $23.99 ORACAL 651 Intermediate Cal Vinyl 24" x 10 Yard Roll Color 025 - Brimstone Yellow ORS6512410 $23.99 $23.99 RTape Clear Choice AT60 - General Purpose Clear Medium-Tack Application Tape - 100yd Model 24" RTTAT60 $69.84 $69.84 RTape Clear Choice AT60 - General Purpose Clear Medium-Tack Application Tape - 100yd Model 6.5" RTTAT60 $17.86 $17.86 RTape Clear Choice AT60 - General Purpose Clear Medium-Tack Application Tape - 100yd Model 2.25" RTTAT60 $6.83 $6.83 Click here to update quantities: Discounts: $0.00 Subtotal: $232.47 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessehop 6 Posted March 17, 2013 get some 12 inch tape Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcextreme 475 Posted March 17, 2013 thanks...added that to my cart... anything else before i checkout?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessehop 6 Posted March 17, 2013 "Big Foot" Safety Ruler Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
