Vinyl Cutter
The LaserPoint 4 Vinyl Cutter is a precision cutting tool used to cut adhesive vinyl, heat-transfer vinyl (HTV), stencil material, and other thin sheet media. It’s commonly used for signage, decals, labels, apparel graphics, and prototyping flat graphic elements.
What This Tool Is Good For
- Adhesive vinyl decals and stickers
- Heat-transfer vinyl (HTV) for apparel
- Stencils and masks
- Signage and wayfinding graphics
- Labels and branding elements
Access Requirements
To reserve and use the LaserPoint 4 Vinyl Cutter, you must:
- Be a Make Santa Fe member
- Complete the Creative Printing Badge which covers the wide format printer as well as the vinyl cutter.
This tool is not available for walk-up use.
Reservation Rules
- Reservations are required and must be made in advance
- Time slots are booked in hourly increments
- Only one active reservation per member at a time
- Files must be fully prepared before your reservation begins
Reservations are for active cutting and setup time. Please arrive ready to work.
Materials & Vinyl
- Members may bring their own vinyl
- Select vinyl types may be available for purchase onsite
- Only approved materials may be used
- No paper, cardboard, or rigid materials
If you are unsure whether a material is appropriate, check with staff before cutting.
File Preparation Guidelines
- Vector files only (SVG, DXF, EPS, or AI preferred)
- All text must be converted to outlines
- No overlapping or duplicate paths
- Designs should be scaled to final size before import
Improperly prepared files may result in failed cuts and wasted material.
Usage Notes
- Blade depth and pressure must be set correctly before cutting
- Perform a test cut before running full jobs
- Clean the machine and work area after use
Members are responsible for their own material handling and cleanup.
