MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 So as you all know at least those that have followed me I have the Graphtech CE6000-60. I had it dialed in and was having no issues that bugged me. Now its giving me issues and probably user caused but I cant figure it out I'm sure its on here but not finding it fast enough. So my issues are 1. Everytime the blade moves downward to cut it taps Is this due to blade being to far out ? Which brings me to 2. How far is the blade suppose to stick out? I know half the material thickness I do that and it doesnt cut. 3. Force I have had it at all different setting and I get good cuts but I get the #1 issue of tapping everytime the blade moves down 4 What are the basic settings? Other than those I have no issues I just dont hear everyone elses blade hit when it starts cutting. and the length of the blade I'm sure is too long any information and help would be greatly appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted August 7, 2015 What am I reading here?? Hatter...I have posted this 1 hundred zillion times.. and 1 more time.. To start with, you should set your blade depth correctly, by taking the blade holder out of the machine, and firmly cut across a piece of scrap vinyl, you will be cutting. You should only be cutting the vinyl and barely a mark on wax paper backing, Adjust blade to get there, Then put the blade holder back in machine, and use the force of the machine to get there, same results, only cutting the vinyl and barely a mark in wax paper backing. There are no set in stone settings. Force depends on blade depth..you should barely see or feel the blade out of the blade holder. Could it be the blade holder tapping on the vinyl? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted August 7, 2015 Mine both tap. Never even thought about it until you said that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 What am I reading here?? Hatter...I have posted this 1 hundred zillion times.. and 1 more time To start with, you should set your blade depth correctly, by taking the blade holder out of the machine, and firmly cut across a piece of scrap vinyl, you will be cutting. You should only be cutting the vinyl and barely a mark on wax paper backing, Adjust blade to get there, Then put the blade holder back in machine, and use the force of the machine to get there, same results, only cutting the vinyl and barely a mark in wax paper backing. Force depends on blade depth..you should barely see or feel the blade out of the blade holder. Could it be the blade holder tapping on the vinyl? Your reading a guy going nuts I have done all that. How far is the force going to need? lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted August 7, 2015 How far is the force going to need? lol Until it cuts the vinyl, barely a mark on wax paper backing... Use your test feature on the machine. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted August 7, 2015 Oh and since switching to the aftermarket all metal blade holders it is much louder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 Until it cuts the vinyl, barely a mark on wax paper backing... Use your test feature on the machine. Been at it all day I know how to do it just thought I had it set up and this happens. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jburns 239 Posted August 7, 2015 When you say tap- do you mean that it goes just outside the design, taps, then starts cutting the design? Mine does that- Someone once said its like a CNC machine- if you look closely- it makes a tiny "J" and I think it orients the blade before it starts cutting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 Mine both tap. Never even thought about it until you said that. See made paranoid now too lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 Oh man do I feel stupid, The blade holder wasn't locked in all the way under the bracket everything is working better now..Jburns actually it would tap while cutting the design at the beginning and the end. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted August 7, 2015 Breathe, In, Out , Breathe... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted August 7, 2015 Hell mine tap like you described but then again mine have a million miles on them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted August 7, 2015 Hell mine tap like you described but then again mine have a million miles on them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 Breathe, In, Out , Breathe... I am whoa that saved me a stupid phone call in the morning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 Hell mine tap like you described but then again mine have a million miles on them. Mine don't tap no more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 Thank you all for your help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted August 7, 2015 Mine don't tap no more. LMAO Hatter, but with you.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr300s 1,272 Posted August 7, 2015 LOL I had that happen long time ago you have to watch that its under all the way. It WILL happen again ... Glad your up and running 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 LMAO Hatter, but with you.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 LOL I had that happen long time ago you have to watch that its under all the way. It WILL happen again ... Glad your up and running Ahh but I got a sticky note on it now so I don't forget. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted August 7, 2015 Ahh but I got a sticky note on it now so I don't forget. LOL, Don't forget to read the sticky note. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadHatterGraphix 1,258 Posted August 7, 2015 LOL, Don't forget to read the sticky note. Mz Skeeter knowing my luck it will fall off between now and tomorrow. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr300s 1,272 Posted August 7, 2015 I just want to know when you do it again, look down and see the note still there then what ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sue2 920 Posted August 7, 2015 I just want to know when you do it again, look down and see the note still there then what ? The same as when we forget to MIRROR! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bamafan2277 50 Posted August 7, 2015 I see you figured out the problem. I was about to say make sure the holder is all the way down! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
