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Can you Kiss Cut Vinyl with a DYSS Digital Cutter?

The kiss cut tool (KKT) can be used to cut vinyl stickers; it's also perfect for detailed work on carton board and other thin materials.

kiss cutting vinyl with a DYSS X5

Kiss Cutting Vinyl with a DYSS Digital Cutter

Kiss-cutting vinyl is a popular method of making custom decals, stickers, and labels. The DYSS digital cutter, known for its versatility and precision, is an excellent tool for achieving clean, accurate kiss cuts. A special Kiss-cutting Knife Tool (KKT) is available for the DYSS X5 and X7.

Kiss cutting involves cutting through the top layer of material, such as vinyl while keeping the backing sheet intact. This makes peeling off the cut shapes from the underlying material easy. A KKT on a DYSS digital cutter can do this so precisely due to the adjustments available on the KKT, which allows users to fine-tune the pressure applied and the cutting depth. Whether you're working with vinyl for signage, promotional stickers, or product labels, the DYSS machine delivers consistent, sharp cuts at exactly the right depth. The adjustable pressure setting enables the tool to ride any minuscule variations in mat thickness so that the blade always cuts to the correct depth. You can also adjust the blade slightly deeper so that the material is cut through rather than kiss cut.

Additionally, you can use a kiss-cut tool for intricate detail work on carton board. For example, the KKT enables precise and delicate cuts along lines and arcs with a crisp, clean finish. This technique is perfect for creating detailed packaging designs. With the right settings, a kiss-cut tool can produce complex shapes, perforations, or decorative elements on carton board.

Benefits of Kiss Cutting with a DYSS Digital Cutter

  • Precise cutting: Cuts through the top layer (vinyl) without damaging the backing sheet.
  • Versatility: Ideal for creating custom decals, stickers, labels, and intricate packaging designs. Kiss-cutting Knife Tool (KKT)**: This tool is available on DYSS X5 and X7 models and offers precise control over cutting pressure and depth.
  • Adjustable settings: Fine-tune pressure and depth to accommodate variations in mat thickness, ensuring consistent cuts.
  • Multi-purpose: Capable of intricate cuts on carton board for complex shapes, perforations, and decorative elements.
  • Full cutting option: Blade settings can be adjusted to cut through the material entirely.

If you need further information about using a DYSS in your business, please get in touch.

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