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Cricut Maker 4 Digital Cutter

Cricut Maker 4 Digital Cutter

The Cricut Maker 4 is an easy‑to‑use digital cutting machine perfect for quick creative projects and personal customisation. It can cut a wide range of materials including vinyl, paper, cardstock, iron‑on (HTV), fabric, and thin craft materials.

No Badge Required

Location: ProtoLAB

No induction is required to use the Cricut Maker 4.

The Cricut Maker 4 can be booked in 2‑hour sessions only.

Step‑by‑step instructions are provided when you book, making it easy for first‑time users to get started.

Please ensure your design is prepared before your session to make the most of your booking time.

Whether you’re making stickers, decals, labels, cards, or simple fabric cuts, this machine is designed to be approachable and stress‑free.

Basic setup assistance is available if needed.

Quantity: 1

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Specifications

The Cricut Maker 4 is a fast, easy‑to‑use digital cutting machine for creative projects and light fabrication. It’s ideal for beginners and works straight out of the box.

How big can it cut?

  • With a mat: up to A4‑plus sized projects
  • Without a mat (Smart Materials): long cuts up to 3.6 m
    (Great for decals, banners, and wall graphics)

What projects is it good for?

  • Stickers & decals
  • T‑shirts and tote bags
  • Labels and signage
  • Cards and paper crafts
  • Simple fabric cutting
  • Small decorative wood cuts

Software

  • Uses Cricut Design Space (free)
  • Works on Windows, macOS, tablets, and phones
  • You can upload your own designs or use templates

What can it do?

Cut 300+ materials, including:

  • Vinyl
    Permanent & removable vinyl, Smart Vinyl (mat‑free cutting)
  • Iron‑on (HTV)
    Regular, glitter, foil, and specialty iron‑on, Smart Iron‑On (mat‑free cutting)
  • Paper & Card
    Paper, cardstock, poster board, Scrapbook and specialty papers
  • Fabric
    Cotton, felt, denim, canvas, Unbacked fabric (using the Rotary Blade)
  • Leather & Faux Leather
    Genuine leather (thin), Faux and craft leather
  • Wood (Thin)
    Balsa wood
  • Other Craft Materials
    EVA foam (thin), Sticker paper (for Print Then Cut)

Important Notes

  • Some materials require specific blades or tools (e.g. Rotary Blade, Knife Blade).
  • Very thick, hard, or rigid materials are not suitable.
  • When in doubt, check with TSG Staff

Safety Information

Risk Management Form | Safe Work Procedure