Roland GX 400 Plotter Settings for PPF

ply1987 · January 15

Hey everyone!

I have a Roland GX400 at one of my satellite shops, and I've never worked on these before (only Graphtec). Does anyone have the settings specifically for PPF? We don't cut anything but PPF, and just need the pressure settings if anyone has them on hand. Would really appreciate the help, thanks in advance!

Dano · January 16

I would just use a 45* or 60* blade and dial it up slow until it cuts right, starting with some rounded rectangles and ovals.

In the summer I use less pressure because the film isn't as rigid.

ply1987 · January 16

Hey Dano,

Thanks so much for the quick response! I'm walking completly blind into this one, but what is the pressure setting you would set it at anyways? I believe my installer said it was set at 280 or something? If you could please let me know what you have yours set at, I'd really appreciate it, thanks again!

Dano · January 16

I haven't used a Rolland in a while, just Graphtechs here. My answer is still the same. Turn down the force and test cut some ovals. If it's not cutting, turn up the pressure bit by bit until it's correct.

Cutting door edge strips from left to right will tell you how it's going after you get some ovals to cut clean.

You may have to add/reduce pressure slightly from day to day depending on the temperature and how you feel it's cutting.

Also get some Clean Cut blades. I think they are the highest quality available. Always have an extra on hand in case you drop one. 20230629_184406.jpg.576e072d6b33de24f4c6ca7253d87b97.jpg

25* window film

45* sign vinyl, light wrap, ppf

60* metallic wrap, laminated wrap, ppf (uses less force, easier on the machine)

ply1987 · January 16

Hey Dano,

Thanks again for taking the time to respond to my questions, it honestly means the world to me. I'm just going to go on-site tomorrow and do some trial and error. I'm sure it can't be that difficult, like you mentioned, just keep adding pressure until we find the right depth.

I just couldn't believe one of my shops had such an old plotter, going to try and see if we can locate a used FC8600 at the minimum to swap out for their Roland lol. Thanks again for your time and assistance, wishing you nothing but the best in the future! It's people like you who make me still have faith in humanity hahaha, all the best!

Dano · January 17

Anytime ply. I'm always trying to push the industry forward.

Also, nothing wrong with the rolands, I've had a few. You might also look at the 8000s. Just about the same as the 8600. I haven't heard much positive feedback about the 9000s tho. Some are going back to the older models.

If you run into any issues, post em up and tag me. I've been in tint, graphics,design,wrap and ppf a looong time. Always happy to help.

Dano · January 17

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