[izlude]

I'm looking for a carrier sheet for Craft Robo Pro (Preferably the size that originally came with the machine.)

Found a two pack for 40-50 bucks, but hoping to pay a bit less than that (I really only need 1 as I've used my original sheet for about 5 years now). Might anyone know where to get'em cheap and maybe even a single pack?

Alternatively some suggest using manila folders with spray on tack. I'm not sure if that's a good idea seeing as the folders tend to have a crease in the middle (maybe that will interfere with the cut). What'cha think?

 

[lben]

The one that came with mine was 8.5" x 11". I think when someone suggested a manila folder they meant to cut it down to the regular paper size.

I have heard the Walmart has them in their craft section. Also the craft stores have them for the Cricut cutters.

 

[izlude]

Update + 1 more question!! Please take the time to read through, I'd appreciate it This is concerning a 60 degree blade.

First, I managed to get a carrier sheet (a3) from a private user, so that's settled.

Second, I am new to 60 degree blades on the Craft Robo Pro (blue tip). Used the same 30 degree blade for the past 5 years, it's just now suddenly starting to show it's age. Was told to try 60 degrees, so here goes... I cut 3G opaques and regular cardstock on my carrier sheet. I do sisser easy weed from time to time.

My Cardstock on Carrier settings for 30 degrees were the preset "Cardcraft with paper backing":
28 force
10 speed
1 quality
0 offset

and 3G opaque sheets were "Vinyl Sticker":
15 force (19 for sisser)
30 speed (28 for sisser)
1 quality
0 offset


Care to share your settings using a 60 degree blade on the following? Cardstock on carrier, 3G opaque on carrier, Sisser easy weed (with clear plastic backing). I'll attempt your settings and tune in from there.

 

[lben]

I've never used it because I could never get it to install on my computer. But seems to me it came with a red blade holder too and the 60° blade goes in that. I got a Graphtech CE-5000 instead. I've used the 60° blade before and if I remember right the pressure was less. I've never used mine to cut anything but vinyl, so sorry I can't be of any help to you in that regard.

 

[izlude]

Hiya thanks for your input, it's quite alright. In the meantime I've gone ahead with the following:

Cardstock with carrier:
21 force
6 speed
1 quality
0 offsent

I know someone will pop in and correct me (maybe even scold me) about the speed vs force (too fast breaks the tip and too slow with too much force dulls the blade). Looking forward to it

For the record, the blade is sticking out "half" the thickness of a visa debit card. Hope this helps! Thanks again!

 

[lben]

For perfect blade depth take the blue thing out that the blade fits into. Put your material on your desk and gently hold the blade holder with blade and cut the material. Adjust the blade until the blade cuts through the material without cutting through the carrier sheet. The put it back in the machine and cut away.