SeeJaysPlace 476 Posted November 1, 2014 I have a simple question I just got my graphtec, Can i cut magnets now? if so do i need a special blade? Can someone point me to the right direction on where i to get some magnets i can use to cut? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikemike 711 Posted November 1, 2014 Can someone point me to the right direction on where i to get some magnets i can use to cut? You can't use magnets to cut. Sorry, couldn't resist that one. Not sure where to get them down in the states, but make sure you get the right thickness for what you want to put them on. Pretty sure, most score them and then break them apart. Someone will chime in on that one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeeJaysPlace 476 Posted November 1, 2014 Can someone point me to the right direction on where i to get some magnets i can use to cut? You can't use magnets to cut. Sorry, couldn't resist that one. Not sure where to get them down in the states, but make sure you get the right thickness for what you want to put them on. Pretty sure, most score them and then break them apart. Someone will chime in on that one. Ya sorry i wrote it wrong hehe.. I was thinking about making some of them Ribbon Magnets! and some other ones for my mom for her crafts!.. TIA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pshawny 410 Posted November 1, 2014 Magnum Magnetics has been recommended on here many times. I just ordered some from the Bay to try out. USC sells larger rolls of it. 30 mil is what you want for vehicles & 15 mil or so for other indoor uses. Don't forget to round the corners on vehicle magnets. I bought a cheap craft corner rounder. I'll let you know how it works out. Also, I'm not sure if I want to cut magnet with the Graphtec or use the backup MH series. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted November 2, 2014 Cut it at a higher pressure and break at the score by hand. I've done a lot of them that way 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slice&dice 2,451 Posted November 2, 2014 Just remember, your blade will be really suffering abuse by cutting magnetic material. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted November 2, 2014 Yeah it beats the crap out of the blade so don't waste that shiny new clean cut blade 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Go-C Graphics 856 Posted November 2, 2014 Cut it at a higher pressure and break at the score by hand. I've done a lot of them that way What's your estimate on how deep you have to score it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
101LEDs 100 Posted November 2, 2014 I used 2 passes with higher pressure and it was deep enough to break apart cleanly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted November 2, 2014 1 pass blade having out pretty good with slow speed and lots of pressure. My lp2 can't do accurate 2 pass in magnet so I get 1 shot at it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
knucklehead 530 Posted November 3, 2014 Think I'd rather buy them pre-cut, than to put all that unnessary pressure on a new cutter. If you do cut them, get a red holder, and a big blade. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted November 3, 2014 I use my lp2 because I don't mind abusing it although I'm certain my q75 could do it no problem at all 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pshawny 410 Posted November 4, 2014 Anyone use magnetic sheets to cover register air vents? I've read a lot of bad reviews on the ones that are for sale on Amazon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
101LEDs 100 Posted November 4, 2014 1 pass blade having out pretty good with slow speed and lots of pressure. My lp2 can't do accurate 2 pass in magnet so I get 1 shot at it Any idea why? I have never had a problem, even when I tried 3 passes just to see how it did. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaybyrd 3,770 Posted November 4, 2014 I think the resistance involved in cutting the magnet throws it off for a second pass not to mention the fact that the plastic carrige tends to flex while cutting which is unlikely to be the same cut after cut. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pshawny 410 Posted November 5, 2014 The 15 mil magnet cut just fine on the Graphtec. Blade all the way out, pressure at 30, and speed at 5. That blade will now be my magnet blade. I'm now going to attempt some 30 mil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites