Pogi A5 Electronic Die Cutting Machine | Professional Die Cutter & Embosser Starter Bundle Kit | For Scrapbooking, Crafting & Card Making | Fast & Quiet, Multi

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However, if you would like the option to do more than cut materials, consider a machine with additional features and capabilities. Price Electronic die cutting machines automatically run your dies and materials through the machine, so you don’t need to turn a lever.

Drawing, piercing, engraving, embossing, and cut-by-color are all extra features that some machines offer. If you know that all you need is a machine that cuts where you tell it to, a straightforward machine without extra features may be the most cost-effective option for you. Construction: Solid Core Steel Rollers, Unibody Cast Roller Housing, Solid Steel Gears, ABS Plastic Exterior For most digital die cutters, basic cutting begins by designing and arranging your cut in the machine’s software on a computer or mobile device. Then the material to be cut is placed on a cutting mat, and loaded into the machine’s cutting path. After the material is in place, the machine is activated. GET CREATIVE RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX ★ This bundle kit also comes with everything needed for you to start your creations right out of the box. It includes the electronic die-cutting and embossing machine, 5 x plates, 2 x transparent plates (150 x 210 x 3,5mm), 1 x die release tool, 1 x PP plate (150 x 210 x 14mm), 1 x magnetic sheet (150 x 208 x 0,8mm), 1 x metal shim plate (150 x 208 x 0,3mm), 1 x cutting die, and 1 x embossing folder (100 x 150mm).Yes, this is completely normal! It might sound like your die-cutting plates are snapping or the machine is breaking, but we promise, everything will be perfectly fine. You definitely haven't done anything wrong if this happens! How to care for your die-cutting machine Plastic shims – this is a durable plate that adds an extra layer to your die-cutting sandwich, creating a better fit in the machine and a level surface. If your priority is a low initial investment, select a machine such as the Sizzix Big Shot, Spellbinders Platinum 6, or We R Memory Keepers Evolution, and then add accessories to it over time. If operating cost over time is your concern, then digital may be the way to go. The initial price for a machine like the Cricut Explore Airor the Silhouette Cameocan be prohibitive, but over time, the lower cost of dies/shapes will help offset those costs, especially for users who like to cut a lot of different designs. A die cutting machine(also known as a card making machine to some crafters) can take many forms. The machine’s purpose is to apply the die to the surface being cut (paper, chipboard, etc.), with enough force to cut or form the shape into said surface. Die cutting machines in the crafts industry can be manual or digital, and even within those types, can have many different features. Most manual die cutting machines have a cutting path that leads to compression rollers through which the die and material are moved by either manual cranking of a lever or an electric motor. With digital die cutting machines, the material is placed on a cutting mat and then fed into the machine to be cut by the machine’s blade. What is a Die? With their feature called PixScan, the Silhouette Cameomachine can cut out anything (including stamped designs) that you can take a picture of with your smart phone’s PixScan app. The machine runs from Silhouette’s Studio software, with access to its massive online store of cutting files.

The most obvious materials are paper and card, and these are what you would usually find on the front of most papercraft projects. But there are actually a whole host of other materials that you can cut, including:

What can die cutting machines do?

The “sandwich” is the combination of the platform of the machine, your chosen material and die, and the cutting mat that keeps the material and die from sliding around as they pass through the rollers. When it comes to lifespan, manual machines tend to win this race. On a well-built model, the lever and rollers are unlikely to stop working. Otherwise, the only components to worry about breaking are the dies, and those are replaceable. Nothing can beat the ease of use of a simple manual roller die cut machine, which is simple enough that a child can use it with supervision. You can take most manual cutters out of the box and be creating within a few minutes with almost no reading or training. But recent advancements in the design of digital die cutting machines and software – including the introduction of iOS apps for the Silhouette Cameo and Cricut Explore Air - have greatly enhanced the ease of using those machines. If you are even a little technically inclined, you don't need to feel intimidated by the “computer” aspect of digital die cutting – for a small learning curve, the return in design possibilities can be absolutely worth it. Durability Nowadays, die cutters are also used with accessories to help add beautiful foiling to your handmade cards and projects. Simply get one of the easy-to-use heat add-ons, and your die cut machine will now have a shiny alter-ego. What is a Die Cutting Machine?

While we've done a couple of more focused beginner's guides, like the beginner's guide to Edge'able dies and the beginner's guide to multi media die-cutting for our needlecraft friends, so we thought it would be great to do a more papercraft-focused die-cutting guide. Even if you're a bit of a pro in die-cutting, it's definitely worth looking through this post to see if you can learn anything new! What is die-cutting? Clear cutting plates – essentially, these are the slices of bread for your sandwich. You need two clear cutting plates, one for the top and one for the bottom, and these protect the contents of your sandwich and provide a surface for the die-cutting machine to press together.

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If you’re running a cutting plate through your machine more than once, you’ll need to flip the plate each time to prevent bowing. Whichever machine you select, the basic procedure for making a standard cut with a die is fairly similar. Follow the machine’s instructions for creating a cutting “sandwich” of cutting pads, material, and your die for whatever die type you are cutting with. It's conveniently called a sandwich becauseit has layers. The outside plastic cutting plates are the bread, the die is the deli meat, the cutting material is the cheese, and any shims are the condiments or fixins.

Magnetic shims – like the plastic shim, this shim adds an extra layer into your sandwich, but as it’s magnetic, it also helps to keep your dies in place while they’re rolled through the machine. Most machines work with material in the range of 12 to 15 inches, though some may have smaller or larger ranges. Make sure your machine is the right size for the projects you intend to work on.For a machine that will do a little bit of everything, you may consider buying a digital die cut machine. These machines will do most die cutting tasks (except emboss or cut super heavy duty materials), and although not the best machines for the task, they can be portable or cut large volumes of duplicates if needed. Portability Manual and electronic models are a good option for those just getting started, and they don’t require an internet or computer connection. For cutting fabric, traditional die cutting machines tend to perform better than digital machines. Digital The two primary types of die cutting machines are manual/electronic and digital. While digital machines are generally smaller and more versatile, they are also more expensive, and they may be more difficult to use out of the box. Manual/Electronic Once completed, the cutting mat and material can be ejected from the machine and removed from the mat to prepare the mat for another use. Which die cutting machine should I buy? Procedures for using digital cutters can vary immensely because of the complexities of software design, but the general concept is the same for most currently popular models.