Hi, I bought a Summa 120R a few years ago and it has worked great for cutting vinyl and for contour cutting printed material using typical luster 3mil laminate. I am now trying to cut thicker tougher material, a 5mil polycarbonate laminate, and I can not get a good cut on it. The material is tough with a slight texture, it is used for arcade control panels. I can get my cutter to cut through it, but the tests cuts are not crisp, the lines that are supposed to be straight are slightly curved, the depth is not consistent. I have tried a 45 and 60 degree blade, the 45 is better, but still not good. I have tried different depth and pressure, to no avail. Also. the material does not lay flat and I have to hold it down or the head will hit it. It would work better if there were more wheels holding the vinyl down.
I think I need a higher end cutter and I wanted to get some recommendation, has anyone had any luck with other brands of cutters with cutting thicker, tougher materials?
I think I need a higher end cutter and I wanted to get some recommendation, has anyone had any luck with other brands of cutters with cutting thicker, tougher materials?