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what kind of machine and software are you working with? thats going to make a difference on settings
-------------------- Harris Kohen K-Man Pinstriping and Graphix Trenton, NJ "Showing the world that even I can strategically place the pigment where its got to go." Posts: 1739 | From: Trenton, NJ, USA | Registered: Jun 2001
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we cut stencil at 2 IPS and around 400 grams pressure. yes its very slow but you have to cut it slow to get good detail. do not use any rapidtac to apply, the stencil we use has a water based glue.
-------------------- Chris Armstrong signs direct Tustin, MI chris@sunrisemonuments.com Posts: 20 | From: Tustin, MI | Registered: Apr 2004
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I've never been able to get Hartco to cut on our Gerber HS15 Plus with consistant results. Because this plotter is a tractor feed model, we've used multiplal passes, but still Hartco is too stiff. Can't wait to see how other folks do with this product.
We do use it on our CNC however by applying it to the whole panel, and letting the router, using a tiny V bit, do the cutting. This saves the transfer and allignment process.
Joe
-------------------- Joe Crumley Norman Sign Company 2200 Research Park Blvd. Norman, OK 73069 Posts: 1428 | From: 2200 Research Park Blvd. | Registered: Sep 2001
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Graphtec owners can use the following settings: you MUST use tangential control use Force of +/- 34...depending on thickness use CB15-K30 use Speed 10 use Quality 1
Hartco may be somewhat difficult to cut but the results, when done correctly, are absolutely gorgeous...and it weeds like HP.
howard keiper
-------------------- Howard Keiper Independent Contractor Benicia, Ca. thekeip@comcast.net
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You don't need to use app. fluid. They have different types of adhesives for different types of substrates. Whether they are primed or unprimed. I slow my machine way down and turn the force up all the way. I use a Roland 1410. I use 60 degree blades, but was told that there are 70 degree blades available. We do alot of sandblasted signs, so if you have any questions feel free to call.
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Leonard, Whatever plotter you are using, you would need to begin with slowing the speed down and increasing pressure from vinyl cutting pressure. Check to see if you have a soft/hard material setting. If so, use the hard material setting. Obviously, start with some test cuts to get correct blade depth so you do not cut thru backing. 60* blade is recommended. (Was not aware of 70* blades as Donald mentioned.) Do NOT use app. fluid. Depending on blasting depth you can use our 310 for light blasting or 425/535 for stage carving. You can call me if you have any additional questions.
Joe - it normally cuts fine on Gerber tracker feed plotters. See above recommendations for cutting. If you still have issues, please call me. Hartco mask is stiffer than Anchor, because our mask is PVC vinyl, Anchor is rubber.
Thanks for you questions.
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Dan Hanson Hartco, Inc. Cincinnati, OH USA 800.543.1340 x 120 513.314.5807 cell 513.771.3327 fax pdh@hartcoservice.com www.hartcoservice.com Posts: 54 | From: Cincinnati, OH USA | Registered: Jul 2003
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I use Hartco 425 with a Summa T750 with great results much happier than many other brands I've tried. Slowest cutting speed, and different blade, tracking is great compared to rubber.
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I have been using Anchor for years. We have done a couple of signs, but my husband does a lot of rocks, usually sandstone. When I cut large pieces on my plotter (Anagraph Express AE 70) I have to take it off the stand & lay it on the floor to do it. I cut slow with a 60* blade.
Dan, I would like to try Hartco. Is it as heavy as the Anchor rubber mask is? Is there a way I could order a sample to try it first?
Thanks!
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