can i use it to cut my own designs with this machine ??
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Yes. You'll need something that can export to dxf format or one of the others that the software tool that comes with the machine supports. There are also some open source options that accept a wide variety of alternatives.
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You could use it to cut prints also. There is a straight edge cutter that can be used rather than the bevel cutter.
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No. The software that comes with this machine requires a Windows operating system. Furthermore - in order to get this machine to do any type of path routering (other than a simple back and forth on the x-axis) you would have to purchase third party software to design your images and lay out the routes for cutting. If I had it to do over again ... I would buy a different CNC machine.
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Every machine is different, and it depends on what you're cutting. Check out silhouette for beginners on FB they're super helpful.
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No, eclips has their own program. You can however use SVG files to cut. I recommend against this machine. Mine only lasted 18 months and then didn't work properly. I called Sizzix and they basically told me that the machine was out of warranty and I just should buy another one... Yeah right! I spent close to $300 on this now paper weight. Get a Cameo instead.
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I was able to cut fowers and heart shapes using the Cricket machine. Paper is very thin I would recommend buying a little extra in case they rip.
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Sure can. Make sure to use a high-quality ultra-fine finish blade when you rip it to width, and go slowly. You don't want to splinter the edges.
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not without a computer design program :(. i am currently using sew what pro. its pretty good and reasonably priced.
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Yes you can, but be careful, the cutter is not stable and when you cut the SIM card you risk to damage it. Good luck :-)
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Absolutely! All your design work can be done in Corel and the LXi software will execute the cuts.
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This machine is not made for cutting metal. It can cut shapes out but with different software. The motor is 15000 rpm. It would require very very shallow cuts with alot of passes and the right bit. The other issue would be the software I-Picture. You can purchase other software (like: v-carve pro) or use a free g-code software.
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It's paper so you can, but I would be careful not to cut too much. You might want to practice with a piece of paper and make a fan. Use it as a test run and see how it changes after cutting it.
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I have not set mine up yet. With the info I received with the planer/molder it states that you can use custom blades.
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yes and you will not be disappointed ! I suggest you take a model with the small notch at the base for the big cut.
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You probably can. I usually make calendars most of the time but I think if you put your papers/card stock in the middle of the machine and after just cut the ends of the comb, you should be fine.
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You should be able to as this was designed to be cut with the tiny blade. I just tested this with my whale punch with no problems ;-)
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You can as long as you have another specialized software, the tablet hasi its own software wich can help you, but i rather use it for drawings and design!