De Show Window tinting 0 Posted March 2, 2019 I just recently purchased a Graphtec fc8000-100 downloaded Tint Tek But I’m having trouble cutting film I’m using a 40 inch roll 45° blade film keeps bunching up Can’t get it to track correctly someone please help me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 2, 2019 You need the 30 degee tint blade. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
De Show Window tinting 0 Posted March 2, 2019 This whole set of was not cheap honestly would do anything to get it going what’s expensive ? Any suggestions on anything else I should take into consideration Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 2, 2019 A 45 degree and 60 degree will punch holes in tint and make it bunch up. You need a 30 degree blade. I have that cutter in 30" You can find cheaper 30 degree blades on Ebay, Here is the Graphtec Blade chart. 2nd blade down. FC8000 and FC8600 are the same. https://static.squarespace.com/static/5900b1a3c534a5aa8149a65c/t/5b880a5c4d7a9c2e566990ce/1535642205328/CP+Blades+and+Blade-Holders+HiRes.pdf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
De Show Window tinting 0 Posted March 2, 2019 Would I also need to replace the blade holder ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 2, 2019 4 minutes ago, De Show Window tinting said: Would I also need to replace the blade holder ? It doesn't look like it with this blade number CB09UB-K60. It looks the same as the regular blades just with a 30 degree angle. Those blades that are CB15 would need a different blade holder. I think they need the RED top holder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 2, 2019 Chart says this for BLUE TOP HOLDER Compatible with blades: CB09UB, CB09UB-K60 0.9mm, blue top, black ABS tip. Not recommended for CB09UA blades with springs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
De Show Window tinting 0 Posted March 2, 2019 The one that It has now is a blue top Black ABS tip which is the original one that comes on the cutter So I’m guessing all I will need is the blades correct Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haumana 1,220 Posted March 2, 2019 If it's bunching, then it sounds like it's cutting all the way through Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 2, 2019 Just now, haumana said: If it's bunching, then it sounds like it's cutting all the way through That is why you use a 30 degree blade. 45 and 60 degree points are too sharp for tint. 30 degree blade is for tint. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
De Show Window tinting 0 Posted March 2, 2019 I did some small quarter window cuts on a smaller 20 inch roll adjusted the blade and got some pretty decent cuts but as soon as I put the 40 inch roll it gets all bunched up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haumana 1,220 Posted March 2, 2019 hmm ... are you allowing for slack? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 2, 2019 This is how to set the blade depth correctly. 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. You should just barely see and feel the blade tip out of the blade holder. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
De Show Window tinting 0 Posted March 2, 2019 Sounds good I’m a get the 30° blades ordered as soon as I get them and I’ll go through the whole process again I appreciate all your help Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
De Show Window tinting 0 Posted March 2, 2019 Slack on the role so it doesn’t pull it ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 2, 2019 1 minute ago, De Show Window tinting said: Slack on the role so it doesn’t pull it ? Yes, you should never be pulling on the vinyl while your cutting, enough vinyl slack for the whole order. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
De Show Window tinting 0 Posted March 2, 2019 You guys are the best I’m gonna give all that a try I’ll let you guys know how it goes thank you so much for all your help Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 2, 2019 55 minutes ago, De Show Window tinting said: You guys are the best I’m gonna give all that a try I’ll let you guys know how it goes thank you so much for all your help Your welcome... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raheel 0 Posted August 19, 2019 I recently purchased 52" graphtec fc8600 plotter for tint and ppf and trying to setup speed and force for tint film. I am using blue holder with 30 degree blade for tint. I adjust blade in holder bu cutting the sheet to make sure its not cutting the liner and cut just the tint sheet. I setup my speed 20 and force 18. I tried with less then force 18 and it dont cut the film but with 18 it cut the film but some area it cut the liner of tint film as well.. Please help if anyone have this plotter or know about setting. I am new with plotter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted August 19, 2019 This is how to correctly set the the blade depth. It's less blade, more force. 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. You should just barely see and feel the blade tip out of the blade holder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raheel 0 Posted August 20, 2019 What about the speed? What speed really does when cutting the film. I mean high and low speed make fine cut? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted August 20, 2019 Cut slow. I only cut at speed 2-3. I am never in a hurry . Learn your machine first. Then maybe you can adjust to higher speeds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wildgoose 4,200 Posted August 20, 2019 41 minutes ago, MZ SKEETER said: Cut slow. I only cut at speed 2-3. I am never in a hurry . Learn your machine first. Then maybe you can adjust to higher speeds. Same here. I don't run a Graphtec but do have a high end servo machine. It is capable of 800mm/sec but I run it at 200. That's plenty fast. I look at it like my mazarati does 185 but I wouldn't drive it that fast all the time. Why wear things out on an expensive fine tuned machine prematurely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raheel 0 Posted August 26, 2019 Its cut perfect in the beginning but at the end it dont cut rite. I mean if I cutting the front window then it will cut the rite way but when it does the last cut it do not cut the film for some reason. U think it's defect in the machine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites