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45 Degree Plus Normal Bevel Opening Definitions

 45°+ Normal Bevel Opening Full Definition

The 45°+ Normal Bevel Opening is created by cutting into the thicker matboard surface with the blade angled at 45°, thereby slanting the bevel away from the matboard surface. The matboard core is visible from the front.

The Bevel Type refers to the angle at which the blade cuts the surface of the matboard when it deviates from the 90° right angle cut.

Select Normal Bevel or Normal Bevel-Front of Mat from the Current Bevel Type dropdown control to edit this configuration.

 When Cutting from the Front

Cutting from the Front will cut with the face of the mat toward the operator, and can be selected on the Cutting Preview.

  • On the Configurations screen the Current Bevel Type dropdown control will display the bevel types in this manner:

    • Cut from the Back bevel type names will be displayed with no further label; i.e., Normal Bevel.

    • Cut from the Front bevel type names will be displayed with a Front label; i.e., Normal Bevel-Front of Mat.

    • V-Grooves have their own selection on the list.

If you are cutting an element that must be applied to the front of the mat, such as a V-Groove or Pen design, any openings on that layer will also cut from the front and use the Front of Mat configuration item; i.e., Normal Bevel - Front of Mat.

So if you are having problems with a Normal Bevel cut on the same layer as a V-Groove, make sure you select Normal Bevel-Front of Mat to edit the configurations for that opening.  

 How to Adjust the Configurations

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Cuts Wrong Place Horizontally (Not Cutting the Outside)

  • If the Opening is cut Too Far Left Horizontally, Increase the Horizontal Home.

  • If the Opening is cut Too Far Right Horizontally, Decrease the Horizontal Home.

 Horizontal Home on Openings Definition

The Horizontal Home defines the global Horizontal placement of objects cut with the Blade Cartridges.

If the Opening is cut Too Far Left Horizontally, Increase the Horizontal Home.

If the Opening is cut Too Far Right Horizontally, Decrease the Horizontal Home.

See: Horizontal Home for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Horizontal Home

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Cuts Wrong Place Vertically (Not Cutting the Outside) 

  • If the Opening is cut Too Far Up Vertically, Decrease the Vertical Home.

  • If the Opening is cut Too Far Down Vertically, Increase the Vertical Home.

 Vertical Home for Openings Definition

The Vertical Home defines the global Vertical placement of objects cut with the Blade Cartridges.

If the Opening is cut Too Far Up Vertically, Decrease the Vertical Home.

If the Opening is cut Too Far Down Vertically, Increase the Vertical Home.

See: Vertical Home for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Vertical Home

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Cuts Wrong Depth When Using SKU

  • If the Blade Depth is cut Too Deep, Decrease the Depth Bias.

  • If the Blade Depth is cut Too Shallow, Increase the Depth Bias.

  • For Additional Information:

  • See Depth Bias for information on setting the Depth Bias.

  • See Matboard Properties for information on assigning matboard SKUs to each layer of the design in Designer.

  • See Mat SKUs for information on assigning matboard SKUs to each layer of the design in Visualize.

  • See Frame SKUs for information on assigning Frame SKUs to each layer of the design in Visualize.

  • See Assign SKU to Layer for more information on Assigning a SKU to a Layer on the Cut Preview.

  • Default Settings:

  • See Admin > Subscription for the default settings for Subscribing to Vendors.

  • See Admin > Frames for the default settings for Frame Records for Vendors you are Subscribed to.

  • See Admin > Mats for the default settings for Mat Records for Vendors you are Subscribed to.

 Depth Bias Definition

The Depth Bias is used to calculate the proper Blade Depth when the SKU selected for the matboard contains the Matboard Thickness.

The formula is: [(Default Depth) - 10]

For example, if the normal Blade Depth for 4-ply is 11, then 11-10=1, so enter 1 for the Depth Bias.

See: Depth Bias Function

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45 Degree Plus Opening Does Not Pause for Blade Change

  • The Plunge Count controls the number of Blade Plunges for each Blade Cartridge before pausing for a Blade Change.

  • For Additional Information:

  • Adjust the Plunge Count in the Configuration Screen for each blade cartridge.

  • See Plunge Count Toggle to toggle on the Plunge Count on the Cut Preview.

 Plunge Count Definition

The Plunge Count controls the number of Blade Plunges for each Blade Cartridge before pausing for a Blade Change.

See: Plunge Count Function

See: Plunge Count Value Configurations

45 Degree Plus Opening Exterior Backup is too Long

 Exterior Backup on Opening Definition

The Exterior Backup controls where the Blade Plunges into the Matboard (not the Fallout) on the Exterior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Exterior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Matboard (not the Fallout).    

If the Exterior Backup is leaving a Hook in the corner, Increase the Exterior Backup.

If the Exterior Backup is cut Too Long, Decrease the Exterior Backup.

If the Exterior Backup is cut Too Short, Increase the Exterior Backup.

The Exterior Backup field is marked with a Green Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Exterior Backup for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Exterior Backup

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Has Hook in the Corner

  • If the Exterior Backup is leaving a Hook in the corner, Increase the Exterior Backup.

 Exterior Backup on Opening Definition

The Exterior Backup controls where the Blade Plunges into the Matboard (not the Fallout) on the Exterior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Exterior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Matboard (not the Fallout).    

If the Exterior Backup is leaving a Hook in the corner, Increase the Exterior Backup.

If the Exterior Backup is cut Too Long, Decrease the Exterior Backup.

If the Exterior Backup is cut Too Short, Increase the Exterior Backup.

The Exterior Backup field is marked with a Green Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Exterior Backup for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Exterior Backup

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Exterior Backup is too Short

 Exterior Backup on Opening Definition

The Exterior Backup controls where the Blade Plunges into the Matboard (not the Fallout) on the Exterior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Exterior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Matboard (not the Fallout).    

If the Exterior Backup is leaving a Hook in the corner, Increase the Exterior Backup.

If the Exterior Backup is cut Too Long, Decrease the Exterior Backup.

If the Exterior Backup is cut Too Short, Increase the Exterior Backup.

The Exterior Backup field is marked with a Green Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Exterior Backup for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Exterior Backup

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Exterior Overcut is too Long

 Exterior Overcut of Openings Definition

The Exterior Overcut controls where the Blade Retracts from the Matboard (not the Fallout) on the Exterior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Exterior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Matboard (not the Fallout).  

If the Exterior Overcut is cut Too Long, Decrease the Exterior Overcut.

If the Exterior Overcut is cut Too Short, Increase the Exterior Overcut.

The Exterior Overcut field is marked with a Red Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Exterior Overcut for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Exterior Overcut

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Exterior Overcut is too Short

 Exterior Overcut of Openings Definition

The Exterior Overcut controls where the Blade Retracts from the Matboard (not the Fallout) on the Exterior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Exterior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Matboard (not the Fallout).  

If the Exterior Overcut is cut Too Long, Decrease the Exterior Overcut.

If the Exterior Overcut is cut Too Short, Increase the Exterior Overcut.

The Exterior Overcut field is marked with a Red Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Exterior Overcut for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Exterior Overcut

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Interior Backup is too Long

 Interior Backup on Openings Definition

The Interior Backup controls where the Blade Plunges into the Fallout (not the Matboard) on the Interior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Interior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Fallout (not the Matboard).  

If the Interior Backup is cut Too Long, Decrease the Interior Backup.

If the Interior Backup is cut Too Short, Increase the Interior Backup.

The Interior Backup field is marked with a Black Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Interior Backup for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Interior Backup

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Interior Backup is too Short

 Interior Backup on Openings Definition

The Interior Backup controls where the Blade Plunges into the Fallout (not the Matboard) on the Interior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Interior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Fallout (not the Matboard).  

If the Interior Backup is cut Too Long, Decrease the Interior Backup.

If the Interior Backup is cut Too Short, Increase the Interior Backup.

The Interior Backup field is marked with a Black Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Interior Backup for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Interior Backup

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Interior Overcut is too Long

 Interior Overcut on Openings Definition

The Interior Overcut controls where the Blade Retracts from the Fallout (not the Matboard) on the Interior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Interior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Fallout (not the Matboard).  

If the Interior Overcut is cut Too Long, Decrease the Interior Overcut.

If the Interior Overcut is cut Too Short, Increase the Interior Overcut.

The Interior Overcut field is marked with a White Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Interior Overcut for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Interior Overcut

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Interior Overcut is too Short

 Interior Overcut on Openings Definition

The Interior Overcut controls where the Blade Retracts from the Fallout (not the Matboard) on the Interior cuts of Openings. The initial plunge position is determined by the bevel type.

The Interior Cut is where the Blade Plunges or Retracts from the Fallout (not the Matboard).  

If the Interior Overcut is cut Too Long, Decrease the Interior Overcut.

If the Interior Overcut is cut Too Short, Increase the Interior Overcut.

The Interior Overcut field is marked with a White Arrow on the Configuration screen and the Map illustration.

See: Interior Overcut for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Interior Overcut

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening Cuts the Wrong Size 

 Opening Adjustment for Openings Definition

The Opening Adjustment controls the size of the Opening cut or Object applied with non-blade cartridges.

If the Opening is cut Too Large, Decrease the Opening Adjustment.

If the Opening is cut Too Small, Increase the Opening Adjustment.

See: Opening Adjustment for Openings Configurations

 How to Adjust the Opening Adjustment

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening has a Swoop 

  • If the Opening has a Swoop, Increase the Rotation.

  • For Additional Information:

  • See Rotation for adjusting for a Swoop or Flare in a Non-Oval.

  • See Troubleshooting Utility for information on adjusting for a Swoop or Flare in a Non-Oval.

 Swoop on Opening Definition

A Swoop in an Opening is where the corners Curve Inward toward the opening.

If the Opening has a Swoop, Increase the Rotation.

The Rotation controls for Swoops and Flares in Openings.

See: Rotation Configurations

 How to Adjust the Rotation

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Opening has a Flare 

  • If the Opening has a Flare, Decrease the Rotation.

  • For Additional Information:

  • See Rotation for adjusting for a Swoop or Flare in a Non-Oval.

  • See Troubleshooting Utility for information on adjusting for a Swoop or Flare in a Non-Oval.

 Flare on Opening Definition

A Flare in an Opening is where the corners Curve Away from the Opening.

If the Opening has a Flare, Decrease the Rotation.

See: Rotation Configurations

 How to Adjust the Rotation

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Oval Opening has a Bump 

 Bumps in Opening Definition

A Bump in an Oval Opening is a Lump of material left behind where the cut started and ended.

If the Oval Opening has a Bump, Increase the Oval Rotation.

See: Oval Rotation Configurations

 How to Adjust the Oval Rotation

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Oval Opening has a Feather 

 Feather in Opening Definition

A Feather in an Oval Opening is a Fringe of material left behind where the cut started and ended on the Oval.

If the Oval Opening has a Feather, Decrease the Oval Rotation.

See: Oval Rotation Configurations

 How to Adjust the Oval Rotation

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

45 Degree Plus Circle/Oval Rotation Utility

 Feather in Opening Definition

A Feather in an Oval Opening is a Fringe of material left behind where the cut started and ended on the Oval.

If the Oval Opening has a Feather, Decrease the Oval Rotation.

See: Oval Rotation Configurations

 Bumps in Opening Definition

A Bump in an Oval Opening is a Lump of material left behind where the cut started and ended.

If the Oval Opening has a Bump, Increase the Oval Rotation.

See: Oval Rotation Configurations

 How to Adjust the Oval Rotation

When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus (Increase) or Minus (Decrease) button on the desired field about five times.

Click OK and do another test cut.

Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

Troubleshooting Button

 Troubleshooting Button Definition

The Troubleshooting Utility allows you to bring in a single opening and automatically selects the correct Cartridge tab and Bevel Type to configure.

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