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Plotters and Cutting Systems for PPF, Vinyl and Window Film.
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I AM LOOKING INTO PURCHASING A PLOTTER BUT WHAT ARE THE PROS AND CONS OF IT? mY GUYS CUT EVERYTHING BY HAND AND SO FAR NO ISSUES BUT IM WONDERING IF HAVING A PLOTTER WOULD BE FASTER?
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Hello guys have anyone has any problems with this topic? I have this machine for 14 years and I bought used but she been a great horse and the time came! She broke down! Just bought a new one but I will receive in 30 days I like to fix this one till I got the new one! Any one here know where I can find a place that work on this plotter?
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Has anyone tried the Workorse 2 plotter for tint and ppf? What software are you using? Does the plotter seem reliable or should I pass?
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My plotter can cut traditional vinyl and static cling films without a problem. However, I am trying to cut a 0.36mm thick polycarbonate sheet (which is thicker than those previous films), but when I am feeding it into the plotter, it starts walking and shifts slowly. It is not due to the blade, as I fed it without cutting it, and it started shifting to the right slowly. What could be the problem? I tried checking the roller tension and I always feed it straight. This is urgent! Here is a link to a more in-depth walkthrough:
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Selling a like new Jaguar VLX 40" plotter. Works perfectly, we upgraded to another plotter and don't have space for this one. Only available for pickup, located in Orange County. If interested or you have any questions please contact us at 949-888-6581. WAS $3,800 - NOW $2,600 OBO
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I should reach out to graphtec about this issue, but I'm curious if anyone else has experienced the same problem with their plotter. My graphtec plotter can cut specific designs flawlessly without any problems with pressure or shape. Occasionally I experience an issue where I will plot a design consisting of two fronts or a rear windshield window, and the cut is flawless, but just before the plotter finishes, allowing me to remove the excess material from the machine. It reaches the end as if it will finish feeding it completely and then abruptly lowers the blade as if it still needs to cut the design, slicing right through the pattern it just created. Do you have any tho…
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Selling a like new Jaguar VLX 40" plotter. Works perfectly, we upgraded to another plotter and don't have space for this one. Only available for pickup, located in Orange County. If interested or you have any questions please contact us at 949-888-6581. Priced at $3,800 OBO.
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Signed up for the global express cut software using my graphtec fc7000-100 plotter after cutting a pattern machine feeds material at super high speed until end of roll…. help ! I’m burning through material just trying to do test cuts…. Thanks !
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Hey guys - so I work for a vinyl graphics company that is adding window tinting to their repertoire and I had a question about your guys' ideal process. I have my plotter set up and my window tinting software ready to go, but I am completely ignorant about the way that tint installers prefer that things be cut. Currently, I will plot/weed the tint and cut the backing away as much as I dare before handing it over to the installer. I was thinking that the installer would prefer the tint to be cut to shape which I believe I can achieve with the perf cut on my plotter. Is that the typical process or should I not be worried so much about it being cut to exact shape?
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Hey everyone. New to the forum and excited to be here. I have just purchased a HP Latex 64 Cutter and I’m looking for some support. Has any one used this device to cut window film and if so I’m looking to see how the media sensor works because it keeps just rolling the film out. Anyways, any help is welcomed. Thank you so much
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I have a Graphtec FC8600-60 24" Professional Vinyl Cutter for sale in the Chicago area. Like new. $2600.
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Hey everyone! I have a Roland GX400 at one of my satellite shops, and I've never worked on these before (only Graphtec). Does anyone have the settings specifically for PPF? We don't cut anything but PPF, and just need the pressure settings if anyone has them on hand. Would really appreciate the help, thanks in advance!
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Im having a lot of trouble with conecting my summa plotter to my laptop. I have multiple plugs going from my plotter to my laptop and everytime i open a sofware for ppf and tint templates it says no plotter detected even tho the software is telling me that is has cut the templates but the plotter didnt cut. If anyone could help that would amazing, ive been stuck on this for over 2 weeks and i cant find anything online
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Anyone used/using a Mutoh VC-2 plotter for tint? I have one I am using for vinyl and want to buy a second cutter just for tint. I am familiar with the Mutoh and would like to keep my equipment the same if possible. Just looking for some recommendations on how it does. Thanks!
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Its been a while since posting but i felt inclined to share my excitement about my new setup. I have a q64 and fc9000 in the shop and wanted to try something a bit different for a change as i needed a new shop station. Ive always heard great things about Summa products and i heard about a new series they just released so i grabbed it and wow im blown away. The new Summa S one is an absolute beast for window film. Im currently cutting Xpel products and this plotter absolutely crushes the viny express and graphtec in performance. Much smoother machine and incredibly fast. If i were to run the graphtec at these speeds it would destroy the film but this machine…
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The shop i'm at recently got into the tinting world and I need help dialing in my Graphtec FC9000 settings! I cut all our tint from patterns in core, and another person installs it. Needing some help! My installer doesn't like how the tint peels. He said he wants it to take him 5-10 seconds to peel the tint and he's taking 15-20 because it feels like the material is catching. It's not a completely fluid peel. Using a 30 degree blade. Blade Depth at 2. Force bounces between 11-14 depending on dullness of blade. Speed 10-15. ALSO my installer wants the window patterns to cut completely through the backing paper vs kiss cut. I have experience with plotting …
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Just replaced print head few months ago. 7 colors + white. Only use Roland Ink. Good condition. $9200 Also, have Graphtec plotter 8600-1600 for $3000
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I hope everybody is doing great. I’m opening a film distribution company that will sell paint protection film, and Window Tint at wholesale prices. I’m working with the manufacturer they’re asking me what cuts do I want my 100 rolls of ceramic Window cut to. To do some research to see what would best suit all the window tenders out there. Any suggestions? by the way, I’m sending free sample rolls to anybody who would like to try. The roll sizes are 20 inch by 100 feet samples.
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I've been using tinter patterns for a few years. Its my experience that I spend more money on having to had hand cut bad patterns than what the program is worth. I toss a lot of film on the ground and then trash. The trick is dont cut the whole car first. Cut one side before you cut the other. This is what we have been doing for the past 2 years. Hit and miss??? There are few cars that are have really good patterns. My advice is to hand cut all doors. Use the software for new ford f150 trucks and chevy trucks and hatch backs and stationary quarter windows,They still haven't fixed the Large bronco patterns. Just did the fronts on a 2008 ford f150, how can patter…
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Just wondering which blades work best for PPF for your guys? 45 degree or 60 degree blades? BTW I am using a Graphtec plotter with CB09 blade holder to cut PPF.
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Hi! I am a freelance software developer. I want to build a small software for window tinting, for this I need templates. Please if anyone can tell where and how I can get the templates? I know that I can not create my own templates for cutting I will have to get it from somewhere to use it in my software. Thank you in advance. regards
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I have just started using a plotter and wondered how to carry the cut film from the shop to one of my dealerships. Does anyone have suggestions?
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I just purchased a warehouse to open up a wrap shop to apply PPFs, window tints, and vinyl wraps to customer vehicles. What is the best value plotter to get? I want something that will be reliable, has a really good software that is easy to use and saves film, and something that would break the bank . Ive heard of brands like the Workhorse 2, Graphtec fc9000, and Jaguar V LX 72". What do you guys recommend?! Thank you so much for the help!
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Hey guys.. Currently I use Tru-Cut software with a Graphtec plotter and it works great, but doesn't have templates I need for a job I have. I got contracted to tint a bunch of heavy equipment by this company and it would be nice to create my own templates, or have access to software that has templates for bulldozers, excavators and front loaders because I know I'm going to be doing a lot of work for these guys. Thanks in advance.
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looking to buy a used plotter . In the florida area .
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We have developed a new cutting software and are looking for some folks to test it out and give feedback on ease of use and template quality. It runs on both Mac and Windows. If anyone is interested, send me a PM and I'll send you the download link. I'm happy to answer any questions...
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Does anyone by chance know of someone who can work on a GCC puma in the Tampa FL area? I can't get this thing to cut correctly for the life of me- GCC seems to think it's the "pladent" needing adjustment, but I don't have the box it came in to ship it in for service for one, or two the time.
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Thinking about to purchase a Titan 2 Plotter. Does anyone have any thoughts on this plotter?
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I'm new here & chances are I'm probably doing this wrong. I purchased a new graphtec fc9000 160 & received it a couple months ago. I have never used a plotter so I'm wondering if anyone might know someone located in san Antonio texas that is familiar with the plotter and willing to make some money showing me the basics? It was such a big expense for it to remain boxed up on the floor.
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Hi Very new to window tinting and car wrapping, can anyone guide me on the best cutting knives and blades to use..? i have seen some on the market but not sure if they are any good.
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Hi .Iam currently looking for a ppf cutting software for motorcycles ,I currently use llumars software but they don`t seem to list any motorcycles .Anyone point me in the right direction as i have a large motorcycle dealership (ducati) interested in ppf. Thanks
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I've got a Jaguar IV plotter that had been used in a previous business. I don't know much about the unit. Appears to measure 50" wide. Anyone have any idea of what it might be worth?
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Well finally made it to retirement. Tinting has given me a good business for the last 15 years but now have all my equipment clogging up my home so anyone wanting to take it off my hands is welcome. Loads of tools , cards, squeegees, door card popper tools etc but the main large items wanting to see go to a good home are DGI 60" Plotter 60" Filmhandler with Step Ladder stand. Based in Cumbria for collection. make me an offer or see ebay
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Computer(windows hp/pc) crashed and it reset the whole computer.. I found the old download and re downloaded Tint Tek. Now when I put my license # or my verification number in It tells me that it’s still in use. I’d appreciate it if someone could help. Thank you!
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Hello yall. With the influx of Teslas coming into the shop, I've decided to perhaps purchase a Graphtec FC9000-160 to speed things up with tinting the roof. My question is, is it actually worth it? I dont see much info on it online besides the Graphtec info video. I also plan on printing PPF and film. Any input is welcomed. Thanks!
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I’m thinking of getting rid of my vinyl cutter. It’s a 24” Roland GX-24 and it works fine, I just don’t have room for it anymore. I’d like to replace it with something with a smaller footprint, probably either a Silhouette or Cricut. But I know nothing about the current crop of vinyl cutters, and am looking for advice from you all, since I know quite a few of you do have them. Besides the smaller footprint, I’m interested in something that I can upload my own designs to, without paying a subscription. I don’t care if it’s WiFi connected. I am interested in print-and-cut, and something that can cut a variety of materials, thick and thin. What say you, folks? I’d …
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I have no idea if this software even exists. I would love to find software that I could feed the measurements of multiple windows in to it and it tells me the most efficient way to cut it and the best roll size to use i.e. 36" or 48" or 60" or 72" of combination of roll sizes. I used a software called FastCut a few years ago and it came fairly close. It would nest the film sizes in the most efficient way to cut but made no allowance for different size rolls. Any help in finding a software to do what I am looking to achieve would be greatly appreciated
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Amazon pushes the Vevor brand plotter even if you type in searches for other brands specifically. I've talked with software companies who say that their software can be used on this brand. Has anyone had any luck with this brand?
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Who has the best quality film cutting software?
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Who has the best and most accurate film cutting software?
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I first must say I planned to put this under the plotter section but there was no general topic tab. Anyways, I plan to purchase a new tint plotter and software since everything I have done in the past has been hand cutting but I want to speed up the process a little when and where it is needed. My questions is, who is leading the market right now as far as software/plotter packages? I currently use suntek window film, mainly carbon series and have been looking really hard into the tint-tek system. any suggestions? Thank you!
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Vega Motorsport is expanding its Team. We need an Experienced Automotive Glass Tinter , PPF installer would be a bonus in Waldorf, MD. 20602
Duties- Install Automotive glass Film with a high level of quality, be punctual and reliable in attendance, and Perform miscellaneous job-related activities. Requirements:- At least 2 years experience in automotive glass tinting. Must be a team player who can work in a high-demand shop and get the job done promptly. Willing to relocate if needed. Courteous to staff and customers. Salary is negotiable based on skill and experience. Call 301 932 4980 or Send CV and cover letter to darrel@vegadetailing.com -
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SUN STOPPERS is expanding its Team. We need an Experienced Automotive Glass Tinter, qualified In PPF would be a bonus in Waldorf, MD. 20602
Duties- Install Automotive glass Film with a high level of quality, be punctual and reliable in attendance, and Perform miscellaneous job-related activities. Requirements:- At least 2 years experience in automotive glass tinting. Must be a team player who can work in a high-demand shop and get the job done promptly. Willing to relocate if needed. Courteous to staff and customers. Salary is negotiable based on skill and experience. Call 301 932 4980 or Send CV and cover letter to darrel@vegadetailing.com -
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Xpel stealing accounts from vendors
I've heard of Xpel doing this. In particular with preloading large dealerships with unqualified, freshly trained installers doing the work. -
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Xpel stealing accounts from vendors
I wonder if the dealership itself approached them. Since you're already doing work for them with XPEL, they could reach out directly to cut out the middleman and make more money as dealerships tend to be greedy. If so, the rep should reach out to you if they are aware you service the dealer. However, if the dealership says f them and set me up directly, then I wouldn't be shocked if any brand would do it. Once again, should have reached out to your team first. Just a thought, could be completely wrong. There was a similar complaint years ago on this forum where the shop got a good client "stolen" from them by XPEL. A new version of a car came in and XPEL wanted to make patterns of it but he was a longtime customer of another dealer. In the end, the dealership is the one who contacted XPEL about the car and they had no idea about this other dealer being involved. Not quite the same issue as yours but came to mind. -
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Xpel stealing accounts from vendors
So I was talking to our rep about our dealer accounts because he said he would like to know which accounts we had so they would not approach them. One month later they set up a plotter and installers in the dealership. After about 6 months they got kicked out because there work is terrible. Then they moved on to the other dealership and did the same thing. -
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Xpel stealing accounts from vendors
XPEL tends to have a lot of dealers but in my state no more than Llumar. We are the only dealer in our city, so nobody is super close to us. We don't service any dealers since they are usually cheap, so no experience with that. How are they stealing dealer accounts? -
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Xpel stealing accounts from vendors
So we use xpel at our shop and have had a ton of issues with them. They are stealing our dealer accounts. Has anyone else ran into this issue. Also they make it seem exclusive however there is three xpel shops within blocks. Anyone else ran into this issue? -
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C6 Corvette dot matrix vinyl fix
I am planning on waiting for another few weeks before buying anything, just in case this happens. Especially since it is cold -
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C6 Corvette dot matrix vinyl fix
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