Cut Angle: Balancing Durability and Precision
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Knife Cutting Tooling Reference & Material Guide
Flat Stock Blades: These industry standard blades come in 0.63mm, 1.0mm & 1.5mm tang thicknesses.
Round Stock Blades: These industry standard blades come in 6mm & 8mm diameters. (Currently not supported on CUTWORX USA platforms)
Knife Performance Tips for Digital Cutting
Larger Cut Angles result in increased over-cut, particularly noticeable in thicker substrates.
Material Thickness Amplifies Over-Cut, requiring compensation in toolpath design or offset calibration
High-Angle Blades Offer Greater Durability, making them suitable for abrasive or high-volume applications, though at the expense of fine detail fidelity.
Knife Design: Blade Geometry and Application Fit
Thinner Blades Yield Higher Precision, ideal for intricate contours and lightweight materials—but are prone to flexing and fracture under load.
Rigid Single-Edge Blades are recommended for dense or fibrous substrates, offering enhanced stability and cut integrity.
Oscillating-Only Blade Designs: Some single-edge blades are engineered exclusively for reciprocating motion; using them in drag systems may compromise performance or cause tool failure.
Drag Knives: Speed-Optimized for Clean Cuts
High-Speed Operation is typical across most drag knife configurations, with minimal loss in edge quality.
Ideal for Vinyl, Thin Films, and Soft Substrates, where continuous motion and low resistance allow for rapid throughput.
Oscillating Knives: Controlled Motion for Tougher Materials
Optimal Feed Rates Range from .06m/s - .25m/s (140-600in/min), depending on material density, cut complexity and style of blade tip.
Reduce Plunge Speed and Lift Angles when navigating tight angles/curves or cutting rigid substrates to prevent blade deflection or premature wear.
Recommended for Foamboard, Corrugated Plastics, and Composites, where reciprocating action enhances penetration and edge clarity.
Standard Graphics Material Types
Recommended Tools
Kiss-Cut
Single Edge
Double Edge
Oscillating
Rotary
Creasing
Pressure Sensitive Vinyl Adhesive Media
Cast Film, Decal Vinyl, Diamond Grade, Foil, Label Stock, Mounting Adhesive, Reflective Film, Static Cling Film, 3M Vinyl
Tool Type
Kiss Cut
Single Edge Blade
Double Edge Blade
Blade Name
E1, E2
E16, E17, E26, E46
E13
XY Speeds m/s
0.3m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
XY Speeds in./min
709-1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level / Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 60°
High 15° / Low 60°
High 15° / Low 60°
Paper Sheet Products
Card Stock, Chip Board, Folding Carton, Katz Board,TM Paper, Poster Paper, Solid Board
Tool Type
Single Edge Blade
Double Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Creasing
Blade Name
E16, E17, E26, E46
E13
E18L, E21, E26,
Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, D18, D602
XY Speeds m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.08m/s - .5m/s
XY Speeds in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
188 - 1181in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Soft Foamboards
Gilman Brothers, Ultraboard, Foamcore, RynoBoard, Infinity, Fome-cor, Insite,
Tool Type
Single Edge Blade
Double Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Blade Name
E16, E17, E26, E46
E13
E18L, E21, E26,
XY Speeds m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
XY Speeds in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Thin/Soft Plastics & Polymers
PETG, Coroplast, Rigid Vinyl, Styrene, Gasket, Rubber, Lexan, Laminate, Magnet, Neoprene, Imitation Leather, Polystyrene, Polycarbonate, Polypropylene
Tool Type
Single Edge Blade
Double Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Blade Name
E16, E17, E26, E46
E13
E18L, E21, E26,
XY Speeds m/s
0.6m/s - .08m/s
0.6m/s - .08m/s
0.6m/s - .08m/s
XY Speeds in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Flexible Media
Scrim Vinyl, Banner Vinyl, Mesh Banner, Blockout Vinyl, PVC Banner, Polypropylene Banner, Canvas Banner, Fabric Banner, Satin Banner, Polyester Banner, Tyvek®, PET Film, Backlit Film, Frontlit Vinyl, Perforated Window Vinyl, Adhesive Vinyl, Magnetic Vinyl
Tool Type
Kiss Cut
Single Edge Blade
Double Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Blade Name
E1, E2
E16, E17, E26, E46
E13
E18L, E21, E26,
XY Speeds m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
XY Speeds in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Corrugated and Packaging Substrates
POP/POS Display and Packaging Materials
Recommended Tools
Single Edge
Double Edge
Oscillating
Creasing
V-Cut
Honeycomb Boards
ReBoard, Xanita, Falcon Board, X-Board, EagleCell
Tool Type
Single Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
V-Cut
Blade Name
E16, E17, E26, E46
E18L, E21, E26,
E73, E74
XY Speeds m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
XY Speeds in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Corrugated
Corrugated Paperboard, Converd, Dispa,
Tool Type
Single Edge Blade
Double Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Creasing
V-Cut
Blade Name
E16, E17, E26, E46
E13
E18L, E21, E26,
Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, D18, D602
E73, E74
XY Speeds m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
XY Speeds in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Paper Sheet Products
Card Stock, Chip Board, Folding Carton, Katz Board, Paper, Poster Paper, Solid Board, Craft
Tool Type
Single Edge Blade
Double Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Creasing
V-Cut
Blade Name
E16, E17, E26, E46
E13
E18L, E21, E26,
Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, D18, D602
E73, E74
XY Speeds m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
XY Speeds in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Textiles and Fabric Processing
Textiles and Apparel Materials
Recommended Tools
Rotary
Single Edge
Double Edge
Oscillating
Knit Fabrics
Jersey Knit, Interlock Knit, Rib Knit, ITY Knit, Double Knit, Scuba Knit, Ponte Knit, Liverpool Knit, Mesh Knit, Athletic Knit, Bamboo Knit, Cotton Spandex Knit, Modal Knit, Rayon Knit, Clover Knits
Tool Type
Rotary
Single Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Blade Name
E1, E2
E16, E17, E26, E46
E18L, E21, E26,
XY Speeds m/s
1m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .08m/s
XY Speeds in./min
2300in.min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Woven Fabrics
Poplin, Muslin, Cambric, Twill, Denim, Chino, Gabardine, Satin, Charmeuse, Brocade, Damask, Voile, Lawn, Linen, Canvas, Silk Taffeta, Silk Dupioni, Liberty of London, Robert Kaufman, Telio, Seamwork
Tool Type
Rotary
Single Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Blade Name
E1, E2
E16, E17, E26, E46
E18L, E21, E26,
XY Speeds m/s
1m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .08m/s
XY Speeds in./min
2300in.min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
Technical Textiles
Dyneema®, Nomex®, Kevlar®, Gore-Tex®
Tool Type
Rotary
Single Edge Blade
Oscillating Blades
Blade Name
E1, E2
E16, E17, E26, E46
E18L, E21, E26,
XY Speeds m/s
1m/s
0.6m/s - .8m/s
0.6m/s - .08m/s
XY Speeds in./min
2300in.min
1417 - 1889in./min
1417 - 1889in./min
Detail Level & Lift Angle
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
High 15° / Low 45°
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