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How Do I Choose the Right Paper Cutter for My Office?
In this series of posts, “How do I choose?”, we will help you take a little of the guesswork out of selecting the best print finish product for your shop or office. It’s sometimes difficult to find the right machine to fit your needs when there are so many models.
What are you cutting at the office? Yes, I know someone has to cut the cake for the secretary’s birthday, but that’s not what I mean. It seems we all end up doing some sort of paper crafts once and a while. Trimming down those photos for the traveling exhibit, cutting out stacks of pamphlets to fill the marketing rack in the reception area, slicing up that spreadsheet that mistakenly printed on the ginormous paper in the bottom drawer.
Every office needs a paper cutter, the only question is, which one?
Paper cutters basically come in two flavors these days – Guillotine and Rotary. Like many other items in this series of posts, you need to consider volume and speed. But, you also need to take into consideration the safety of your staff and how accurate cuts need to be.
Guillotine paper cutters are commonly found in offices. They’re sharp, can cut through multiple sheets with ease, and there are some great measurement guides on the working surface. Multiple sheets at a time speaks to the volume necessity, but often works against accuracy. The clamps and lockable gauges of the Kutrimmer tabletop trimmer assist with accuracy, but its most impressive additions are safety features. Different models of guillotine cutters basically allow for larger sheets and more working space.
The most accurate cuts will always be made with Rotary cutters. My personal fav is sold at Lloyd’s. The Roll-Blade rotary trimmer not only has great measurement guides and a self-sharpening tungsten blade, but it also cuts through cardboard and some plastic with just as much accuracy a it does with paper. And, unless you’re really trying, it’s virtually impossible to cut yourself with this rotary.
DigiCut-17 Fully Automatic Digital Paper Cutter
“Accu-Cut.” Doesn’t that sound impressive? It’s the patented technology that guarantees accurate cutting every single time. You’ll find it on the DigiCut-17 Fully Automatic Digital Paper Cutter. And, you’ll thank me for pointing it out to you. Your cutting jobs are about to get a LOT easier.
How is it Used?
The DigiCut-17 Fully Automatic Digital Paper Cutter has a 17-1/2″ cutting width and it will slice up to 400 sheets with no problem. The controls feature a microprocessor that will allow you to program repeat cuts and safety features will help you keep your fingers attached. The DigiCut-17 is rated for a minimum of 10,000 cuts without re-sharpening the premium DuraBlade. Plus, the modular design will allow this machine to move to the most convenient space in your shop.
And How Much Does it Cost?
The DigiCut-17 Fully Automatic Digital Paper Cutter is $7,999 at Lloyd’s and it has a one-year warranty.
Who Else Wants an Electric Cutter?
The DigiCut 17 Fully Automatic Digital Paper Cutter from the Dig Finishing Group (that is a mouthful) is the ultimate paper cutting machine. It’s the machine you wished you had when you’re cutting down an order of uniquely shaped invitations or a packaging order that doesn’t quite meet industry sizes and standards.
The Dig Finishing Group’s DigiCut 17 can actually make a cutting job profitable, finally.
What Does it Do?
At the heart of the Dig Finishing Group’s DigiCut is a microprocessor, basically a computer that makes sure you get precise cuts every time and a fully automated cutting process. Instead of standing over a cutter doing jobs by hand, the Digi Cut will remember a cut, repeat it for you and then eject a cut stack.
It has a 17.5” maximum cutting width and can take up to 400 sheets at once. The DuraBlade is rated for a minimum 10,000 cuts before it needs to be sharpened, so watch your fingers.
And How Much Does it Cost?
The DigiCut 17 currently sells for $5299.00 on our website. Because this beast of an automatic paper cutter weighs 340 pounds, you’ll be contacted regarding shipping arrangements.
For more information on the Dig Finishing Group’s DigiCut 17 digital paper cutter at our website.