Zombie 1 Posted October 1, 2008 Can US cutters cut door magnets? Like 30ml thick? I have a guy that wants some magnetic signs for his truck but wants them in the shape of a badge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted October 1, 2008 I tried with 30 mil once... even with the blade way out and max pressure,the best I could do was almost all the way through. However,it was easy to just complete the cut with an exacto knife. Just go slow and follow the cut. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darkdan 3 Posted October 1, 2008 I wouldn't even dull my blade or run the risk of passing a magnet over something that shouldn't have a magnet over it. I'd just lay the vinyl on it and cut it out by hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jay2703 704 Posted October 1, 2008 It seems like if you barely scored the magnet it should rip along the cut. You may have to fold it slightly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jay2703 704 Posted October 1, 2008 I had a magnet laying around so I thought I would give it a try. Just cut with my normal vinyl settings and I was able to pull it apart. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zombie 1 Posted October 1, 2008 I used a new blade full force and slowest speed and it didn't do much of anything. Still had to cut it manually. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted October 1, 2008 yeah, I'm not sure I would subject a plotter to that. I've heard alot of stories (true or not) about it causing damage... but I don't think you want to use a 45 degree blade. I believe you should be using a 60 degree blade to cut magnets... I actually have one here, I bought when I first got my Roland PC60 and never even put in because I read the horror stories after buying it, and I still have a huge roll of magnetic material laying around I would look at making a template out of something and cutting it by hand if it's not too intricate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Graphic Systems 1 Posted October 3, 2008 I tried with 30 mil once... even with the blade way out and max pressure,the best I could do was almost all the way through. However,it was easy to just complete the cut with an exacto knife. Just go slow and follow the cut. I agree, the Exacto is the way to go. You may want to buy yourself a french curve set from an art store as well ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buggie Pilot 4 Posted October 11, 2008 you could at least use the pen in your plotter and have it draw out the badge on the magnet then cut it by hand Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TransferThis 0 Posted October 11, 2008 Drawing with the pen plotter first is an excellent suggestion!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Graphic Systems 1 Posted October 12, 2008 Drawing with the pen plotter first is an excellent suggestion!! I would not even attempt running magnetic materials threw any plotter. 1. The material sticks to any metal surface 2. It is way to heavy to pull threw a plotter 3. I can and will damage your plotter head which will cost you more to fix then to replace the plotter 4. You do not want damage any sensative areas of your plotter due to magnetic pull which can erase certain components. Take our advice and do not listen to the idealistic noobs! We have allready made the mistakes they have yet to encounter. Take your time and be patient with the exacto knife!!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buggie Pilot 4 Posted October 12, 2008 geez if that dosent have the ring of that 101 forum thing . I was merely suggesting a possible option. seesm that other idealistic noobs like banner john and jay deemed it tryable Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
