Pen Tool for Cut-True Automatic Digital Die Cutter DDC50

The Formax Cut-True DDC50 Digital Die Cutter is the solution to create custom packaging, advertising displays, kiss-cut labels and more on demand with superior ease of setup and accuracy.

This fully automatic cut-sheet die cutting, creasing, and perforating system with workstation precisely creases and cuts sheets up to 350 microns thick into virtually any shape you can imagine. The key is the ultra-fast and accurate high-powered dual head creasing and cutting plotter. Combined with the Cut-True Pro software suite, the process to bring your designs to life is possible in any business environment.

The Cut-TrueDDC50 and included workstation fit in any office or production setting with its sleek and modern design and small, mobile footprint, while the cut-sheet design eliminates the need for roll-to-roll systems for short run labels, reducing waste and time.

Standard with the system is the Cut-True Pro Software Suite with a template maker and job library to assist with design and job recall. The software produces QR codes specific to each design for accurate and consistent production. The QR code also allows for mixed stacks of printed sheets to be loaded at the same time, reading the code and changing the settings based on each scan. This function is perfect for short-run environments!

Cutting and creasing can be done on the back or the front of the sheet to allow for more media options. In addition, the force and speed are digitally adjusted for optimal cutting and creasing based on the media type.

The two headed plotter allows for creasing and cutting or perforating in one operation with Interchangeable tools and blades for different media types and job requirements.

An integrated base features a storage space and a unique fold away catch tray for easy access, and casters for mobility.

The Cut-True DDC50 sets the standard for on-demand finishing with unmatched speed and accuracy in the mid production market. The cut sheet design and automated features reduce waste and setup time while creating professional on-demand custom packaging and kiss-cut labels that are only limited by your imagination.

Cut-True DDC50 Workflow Video Transcript

The Cut-True DDC50, the ultimate creative tool for labels, light packaging, and branded advertising. Limited only by your imagination

Cut-True DDC5050 File Creation and Cutting workflow

Easy as one, two, three

In this video we will cover designing packaging with the Cut-True DDC50 box template maker, creating cut and crease lines for labels and other custom designs, and the printing and cutting process of your finished piece.

Making Packaging Creation Easy with the included Cut-True DDC50 box Template Maker (Title)

Step 1 Template Selection

Open the Template maker program through the icon located on the desktop toolbar.

Select one of the Twenty-Five templates that best fits your design. Adjust the measurements of the box template to fit your item, Then export the file to Illustrator. (highlight icon with a red box)

Step 2 Artwork Creation

With the template open in illustrator start by adjusting the size of the document for the paper size being used by editing the artboard properties. For this design we will be using a thirteen inch by nineteen-inch document.

Now select layer one and rename it “cut crease lines” Next add a second layer for the Artwork. Move the Cut line layer above the Artwork layer. Then highlight the artwork layer. With the document size set and the artwork layer selected create your design to fit the template.

Step 3 Apply the QR Code

With the artwork complete open the file drop down and select “Cut True Add page marks and QR code” to apply the marks to the file.

The QR code, file number, and registration mark layer will automatically be created and added to the file

To finish, save the completed file.

Designing, Creating, and Cutting Labels, in any shape you can imagine in a few easy steps! (Title)

Step 1 Add a cut layer

Open your artwork file in Illustrator with layer one set as “Artwork”

Next add a second layer and name it cut-lines

Step 2 Create the cut lines

Select the cut layer and use the drawing tools to add the cutlines. This is when you can add any additional crease or perforation lines as well.

Next set the document based on the size of the artwork and the number of pieces to be made. To add additional images set the orientation of the image then copy the artwork and cutlines. Paste the required number of images and adjust them to fir the page. To finish separate the cutlines from the artwork Click the eye icons to confirm the cutline and artwork have been separated properly

Step 3 Apply the QR Code

With the artwork and cut lines complete open the file drop down and select “Cut True Add page marks and QR code” to apply the marks to the file.

Finally save the completed file.

Printing Artwork, Transferring Files, and cutting creasing on the Cut-True DDC50

Step 1 Printing Artwork

To print the file first hide the cut lines layer

Select print from the file drop down From the print set up screen set the paper size and select “Do Not Scale” under the scaling tab. Then print your documents

Step 2 Transferring files

Now we have to get the .ill files that hold the cutting and creasing details for each project from the production PC to the Cut-True Pro PC.

To do this a network folder, USB thumb drive, or shareable file can be used to transfer the files. Open the Formax Shortcut folder on your desktop to access the .ill files for the projects. Copy and paste the files to the selected transfer method. In this case a networked folder will be used. From the Cut-true Pro PC Station desktop open the network folder and copy the ill files needed. Then open the Formax Cut-True Data shortcut folder and load the ill files.

Step 3 Cutting and Creasing

With the files set, open the Cut-true Pro Program

Select the productivity tab and enter the paper size Load the printed sheets into the feeder Then Press the “Scan QR Coded button” to start processing The DDC50 will scan the document QR code and registration marks, then begin cutting and creasing.