ramy 3 Posted August 25, 2010 Has anyone used the Graphtec compatible blades? I see they are a fraction of the cost of Graphtec ones. Was curious whether this is a "you get what you pay for" item. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted August 25, 2010 I have purchased mine here for over 2 years, with never a problem and very fast FREE shipping. Others are buying the Clean cut blades. and love them, have not tried them as I already have spare blades, purchased already http://cgi.ebay.com/5-NEW-GRAPHTEC-SIGN-VINYL-CUTTER-PLOTTER-BLADES-CB-09U-/170523972201?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ramy 3 Posted August 25, 2010 Thanks Speedoggy , appreciate the feedback Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeremySI 18 Posted August 25, 2010 I used the compatible ones with my refine (Roland) I think they are all made in China and they seemed fine. But switched to the clean cut and only really used those on my graphtec other than the first week with my OEM one. The cleancut are so much sharper and seem to cut smoother lines. Cost is a good bit more but I think they definately make up for it, I will stick with them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted August 25, 2010 another cleancut convert here - cheaper than oem graphtec but more than Chinese blades. GREAT blades and stay sharp way longer http://www.cleancutblade.com/ Ross is great to work with also!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firemalt 10 Posted August 27, 2010 I would highly recommend a clean cut blade... way better than even the OEM blade that came with my Graphtec. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
34Ford 7 Posted August 27, 2010 I have a 45 and 60 CC blades coming that I want to try out for the first time. Is the 60 recommended for cutting reflective vinyl? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted August 27, 2010 I use the 60 cc for everything Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
34Ford 7 Posted September 16, 2010 Good grief. I thought springs came with the blades. Guess he figures when you buy new blades you have plenty laying around to recycle. I haven't had my cutter that long. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hockeygirl 30 Posted September 17, 2010 Springs don't even come with the Graphtec blades I ordered. I think they're an extra buck if you want the spring. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nisei 0 Posted May 29, 2011 Clean Cut Blades cost $16.50 a piece. Has anyone ever tried the really cheap blades from eBay? I see them as cheap as $16 for 5 blades incl. shipping. I wonder if they're worth giving a try? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted May 29, 2011 Clean Cut Blades cost $16.50 a piece. Has anyone ever tried the really cheap blades from eBay? I see them as cheap as $16 for 5 blades incl. shipping. I wonder if they're worth giving a try? sent you a PM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted May 29, 2011 Clean Cut Blades cost $16.50 a piece. Has anyone ever tried the really cheap blades from eBay? I see them as cheap as $16 for 5 blades incl. shipping. I wonder if they're worth giving a try? The cleancut blades use a finer carbide that is harder and holds an edge serveral times longer than the cheap blades. price the regular graphtec blades - wow they are expensive. why would you buy a Ferrari and put generic tires on it and expect them to hold up at speed? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rodger 527 Posted May 29, 2011 Clean Cut Blades cost $16.50 a piece. Has anyone ever tried the really cheap blades from eBay? I see them as cheap as $16 for 5 blades incl. shipping. I wonder if they're worth giving a try? I have only used the blades USCutter sells & have had NO issues ( Reflective vinyl dulls a blades MUCH quicker than regular vinyl ) . USCutter sells the regular blades on their website for $4 each ( buy enough & the $10 shippng does not cost that ectra per blade or buy the blades with other stuff & no shipping charge on them ). USCutter used to sell them with no reserve on e-bay , so check there & you might get an even beter deal . I think even the Clean Cut blades would dull & don't think they would outlast 4 regular blades . John has posted he has only used regular blades for as long as he has been cutting vinyl . Regular blades are all you need IMO . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted May 29, 2011 I have only used the blades USCutter sells & have had NO issues ( Reflective vinyl dulls a blades MUCH quicker than regular vinyl ) . USCutter sells the regular blades on their website for $4 each ( buy enough & the $10 shippng does not cost that ectra per blade or buy the blades with other stuff & no shipping charge on them ). USCutter used to sell them with no reserve on e-bay , so check there & you might get an even beter deal . I think even the Clean Cut blades would dull & don't think they would outlast 4 regular blades . John has posted he has only used regular blades for as long as he has been cutting vinyl . Regular blades are all you need IMO . I;m still using the original clean cut in my metallic, reflective holder for over a year! try that with a generic blade. How can you comment on something you have never tried? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neuromax 97 Posted May 30, 2011 I am a clean cut user here too. On my Copam and now on my new Graphtec and they are GREAT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heavy D 1 Posted May 30, 2011 I have only used the blades USCutter sells & have had NO issues ( Reflective vinyl dulls a blades MUCH quicker than regular vinyl ) . USCutter sells the regular blades on their website for $4 each ( buy enough & the $10 shippng does not cost that ectra per blade or buy the blades with other stuff & no shipping charge on them ). USCutter used to sell them with no reserve on e-bay , so check there & you might get an even beter deal . I think even the Clean Cut blades would dull & don't think they would outlast 4 regular blades . John has posted he has only used regular blades for as long as he has been cutting vinyl . Regular blades are all you need IMO . LOL......Clean Cut Blades would outlast your cutter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heavy D 1 Posted May 30, 2011 BTW, I know a woman who sold her cutter that was 14 yrs old and never had changed her blade. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rodger 527 Posted May 30, 2011 I;m still using the original clean cut in my metallic, reflective holder for over a year! try that with a generic blade. Rodger, you know I like ya, but if USC sold horse shit you would say it was better than secretariat's. they sell some good products but not everything is the best in the world. How can you comment on something you have never tried? That is a fact Dak & I agree I would say so ... IF that horse shit was better than secreariat's .. you see, running faster than other horses , don't make him shit gold ... just the same old grass & water that is fermented . I would advise other's to buy horse shit from a no name horse for 1/4 the money instead of a " name " brand horse shit . I have been in metalurgy most of my life & know about hardness , sharpness etc . I have used the same $4 ( actually ALOT les thru e-bay ) blade for over a year . I like you also , but don't get your panties wedged because I am like most on this board ... a bargain hunter . I read a detailed report about engine oil . plain old oil vs the expensive " super trick " synthetic oils . End result & advise was to use regular oil & change it more often . I have the same view about blades . Besides .. I figure I average you out here . as negative as you seem to be , i am positive. We compliment each other .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rodger 527 Posted May 30, 2011 BTW, I know a woman who sold her cutter that was 14 yrs old and never had changed her blade. i think I dated her also ... she should have changed her blade at least once though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rodger 527 Posted May 30, 2011 LOL......Clean Cut Blades would outlast your cutter. since you said bladeS , I agree . Regular bladeS will outlast my cutter also . LOL 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heavy D 1 Posted May 30, 2011 I forgot how funny you were. I see this place has went from one of the most active vinyl forums to one foot in the grave. Glad I was able to "help out" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshComputers 197 Posted May 30, 2011 I forgot how funny you were. I see this place has went from one of the most active vinyl forums to one foot in the grave. Glad I was able to "help out" One foot in the grave wwwwhahahaha Now that's funny right dere bud. You need to check the posts per day and then tell me how dead it is. weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Some people are soooo funny Can, you say Drama Queen? I can weeeeeeeeeeeee 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rodger 527 Posted May 30, 2011 I forgot how funny you were. I see this place has went from one of the most active vinyl forums to one foot in the grave. Glad I was able to "help out" FiveStar ... 5 . I didn't forget how fun you are . USCutter vinyl forum is the original Vinyl Forum !!! often imitated , NEVER duplicated !!!! Funny how " one foot in the grave " it is here .. that you have to show up to continue the spat from eons ago ... Too boring where you frequent ? USCutter forum members will bring a beer to all imitating forum's gravesite ... of course it will be recycled .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted May 30, 2011 One foot in the grave wwwwhahahaha Now that's funny right dere bud. You need to check the posts per day and then tell me how dead it is. weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Some people are soooo funny Can, you say Drama Queen? I can weeeeeeeeeeeee but 9/10 of them are Rodger, Bay, Ash and Bear posting nothing to do with vinyl related help - that is not the measure of a Helpful forum, that is a social networking area for a select few . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites