How to Choose an Auto-cutter

Looking for the perfect Auto-cutter that suits your printer application can be a daunting task. With a variety of cutting types available, it's essential to consider the unique requirements of each application.

The following list provides important questions one should ask when making their Auto-cutter selection decisions, ordered approximately from most to least important.

1. What type of paper are you using? Common types include: Thermal paper, label paper, linerless paper, event tickets, cinema tickets, heat shrink, or composite tickets.

2. Paper width: 2 inches, 3 inches, 4 inches or other?

3. Paper weight/thickness: Considering paper weight/thickness in advance is crucial since many printers face challenges when handling various thicknesses with the same Auto-cutter.

4.Cutting Speed/Freq.:
Determining the cutting speed/frequency is essential, but it's important to note that faster isn't always better. In thermal printing, commonly used in kiosks, higher printing speeds can lead to increased current draw, resulting in higher power costs. So, finding the optimal cutting speed that balances efficiency and cost-effectiveness is crucial.

5.Operating Voltage: The DC voltage available to run the printer.

(5VDC, 12VDC, 24VDC, 32VDC, etc.).

6. Operating environment: Consider the operating environment, including the temperature and humidity range required for the Auto-cutter to function effectively.

7. Available space: How much space is there inside the printer to place the Auto-Cutter?

8. Auto-cutter life: What is the expected cutting workload per day for your equipment?

9. Special features: full cut, partial cut or others?

Selecting the right Auto-cutter for your specific application can be a tough job. However, if you can provide us with your specifications and applications, we will help you choose the right Auto-cutter or even a custom solution to upgrade your performance.

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