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The preview of my image was solid black, but just import it regardless. In the software, I imported my DXF file that I downloaded. I’m sure I’d survive that enormous financial set back. Besides, even if it did screw one up, these bulk blanks are like $0.15/each.
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As long as you line up your image so that it won’t extend past the edge of the blank, there shouldn’t be an issue with the blank moving. It’s a new strong-grip mat and it was difficult to reposition the blank once it was on the mat. I know my machine well enough to know I didn’t need it. It’s suggested that you tape your material down, however, I chose not to. Some people choose to place it directly in the center on the cross-hairs, but I just picked a square and lined it and kept it as close to the lines as I could. To start the project off, I placed my 1″ blank on my strong-grip mat making sure to place it in an easily identifiable spot. I don’t see how, considering the tip travels in all directions, but they would know best. According to the FAQ, this lessens the wear on the tip. From time to time it will lift up in the middle of a project, spin around a few times and then goes back to work. I thought it was pretty strange that this tip needed to rotate. One of the nice things about this tip is that it uses the quick release housing so you can just buy the tip itself if you already have the housing from another tool purchase. This one is just a carbide steel pointy end that will scratch across our aluminum blanks. Most of the tips for the Cricut are pretty simple.
#CRICUT ENGRAVING FREE#
I downloaded a free Geometric Lion and a Deco Heart design in DXF format from CNC File Sharing Aluminum Stamping Blanks (I used these 1″ circle blanks).The new Cricut Engraving Tip has been sitting in it’s package for quite a while and I made sure to make some time to unpack the Cricut and give it a try. I’m only partially moved in, however if I didn’t get some craft time in soon I was going to go mad! All the stuff I love has been packed away in boxes and inaccessible. While the remodeling is done, there’s been a lot of post-construction work I’ve taken on and then moving everything back in. As I mentioned previously, I’ve been remodeling the house. Works with flat, soft metals, leather, acrylic, plastic, anodized aluminum, and moreThe last few months have been hectic.Requires QuickSwap Housing (sold separately).Note: Design Space® includes an engrave Linetype with customized material settings. Just swap out Cricut Engraving Tip with any other QuickSwap tip, including Scoring Wheels, Debossing Tip, Perforation Blade, and Wavy Blade – with more on the way. To learn more about engraving materials and techniques, visit /engrave.Įxpand your collection of Cricut Maker® tools with a variety of QuickSwap tips. Engrave Cricut Aluminum Sheets or anodized aluminum to reveal the silver beneath for a striking effect. From personalized text or monograms to decorative flourishes and inscribed inspirational messages, give every keepsake a special touch that stands the test of time. Simply snap this tip onto your QuickSwap Housing (sold separately) and watch as Cricut Maker adds polished, professional-looking engraved designs on glass, leather, metal, and more. This Cricut Engraving Tool makes an impression that lasts and lasts.