UNSW Making

Vinyl Cutters

Vinyl & Paper Cutters

A vinyl cutter is a computer controlled machine that moves a sharp blade along thin vinyl based on a vector drawing. This blade is used to cut out shapes and letters, which can then be stuck to a variety of surfaces depending on the adhesive and type of material.

Suitable Materials

  • Paper
  • Vinyl

Process

  • Cutting

Machine Locations

Makerspace Facility Make Model Work area Number of machines
Design Futures Lab DigFab Lab (laser cutting) ZUND S3 800x800mm 1
Engineering Makerspaces Elec Makerspace Cricut Explore 4 Max cut size using machine mat: 11.5 in x 23.5 in (29.2 cm x 59.6 cm) Max cut size using Smart Materials™: 11.7 in x 12 ft (29.7 cm x 3.6 m) 1
MCIC MCIC Makerspace Cricut Maker 3 Max cut size using machine mat: 11.5 in x 23.5 in (29.2 cm x 59.6 cm) Max cut size using Smart Materials™: 11.7 in x 12 ft (29.7 cm x 3.6 m) 1