Which laser solutions for Print & Cut?
Combine UV printing and laser cutting to create personalised rigid media
Laser technology offers unmatched precision and flexibility for complex shapes. Gravotech provides the essential laser and software bridge to transform pre-printed graphics into perfectly finished products through high-precision laser cutting. The Print & Cut methodology involves cutting any shape around a design on a rigid and durable support or flexible engraving materials.
With many years of expertise, Gravotech’s technology acts as a powerful asset in the sign solutions field, enabling you to produce any type of creative signage, from small indoor signs to outdoor store signs and POP displays. It’s also a highly recommended solution in the world of object personalisation and creation.
Which solutions for Print & Cut?
All our laser tables feature a dedicated Print & Cut function as standard, using our Gravostyle™ software. This Print & Cut function is available in semi-automatic mode with all our laser tables. An automatic mode is also available with our LS900 laser cutter. Our laser cutters come in various sizes to fit any workshop. All our laser machines are easy to use and offer high-speed engraving and cutting, reaching speeds of up to 4 m/sec.
- LS100: Compact and precise, perfect for cutting small series of printed plates or signage elements.
- LS100 EX: Suitable for larger formats, enabling precise cutting on printed substrates of various sizes.
- LS900: Designed for large production volumes, offering a large working area and high productivity for Print & Cut applications on large panels or larger production runs.
Small CO2 laser engraver and cutter for personalisation, signage and creative.
LS100
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Medium CO2 or Fiber laser engraving and cutting machine for signage and small series.
LS100 EX
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Large laser engraver and cutter that can do everything.
LS900
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The Print & Cut function is also available on our CNC tables in semi-automatic mode. This is the ideal solution for using it on materials that are not compatible with CO2 laser cutting, such as metals and PVC.
CNC cutting is especially recommended for Dibond printed media, such as assembled models or large-format photographic printing. This will ensure high-quality rendering and long-term durability.
We offer an extensive range of engraving materials compatible with UV printing.
- We recommend using our Acrylic range for high-end results, especially when transparency is desired.
- Our Laser Wood is suitable for indoor only use but provides an interesting effect thanks to the wood grain.
- Finally, our Ecocut ranges are the perfect low-budget answer for UV printing application.
Pro tip: Explore our entire selection of engraving materials in our online catalog, and easily identify those compatible with UV printing by looking for the “UV printing” symbol.
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Acrylics
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Think Green. Go Green.
Laser Wood
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Flexibility and performance for indoor and outdoor applications
Gravoply™ Laser
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A very affordable engraving material for laser cutting
Ecocut Laser
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A very affordable engraving material for rotary cutting
Ecocut
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The outdoor laserable Braille material
Gravotac™ Exterior
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Which technology for Print & Cut?
| Technology | Machines | Applications | Advantages | Price |
| Laser | LS100 |
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| Laser | LS100 EX |
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| Laser | LS900 |
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| CNC | ISx000 |
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UV printing & laser cutting
UV printing
UV printing, or ultraviolet printing, is a modern printing technology that involves the use of ultraviolet light to cure inks and coatings during the printing process. This significantly reduces drying time, enabling a faster production pace.
This technology is widely used in the sign-making, object personalisation, and object crafting sectors.
- UV printing can be used on a wide range of materials and items, including 3D objects.
- UV-printed media boasts vibrant colours and high resistance, making it suitable for outdoor use with minimal discolouration.
Laser cutting
Even if CNC tables can perform Print & Cut operations, laser technology is the most widespread in the sign-making and personalised object markets.
Laser technology employs a powerful and precise beam of light to effortlessly engrave and cut nearly any material in curved or straight shapes. Laser engraving over the UV printing opens up new graphic possibilities, as well as the opportunity to personalise your product at the same time as cutting without additional handling.
The speed and precision of a laser cutter ensure a streamlined production process, enabling faster turnaround times for your projects. The non-contact process eliminates the need to maintain the piece and minimises material distortion.
The nesting mode allows you to cut multiple shapes at once and reduces the use of material.
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Which applications with Print & Cut?
Signs solutions
The Print & Cut sign solution is ideal for creating all kinds of custom signage:
- Small indoor signage: office plates, name tags, door plates…
- Outdoor signage: business signs, informational or directional signage…
- POS and POP: acrylic displays, card or flyer holders, standalone cardboard structures…
Items & goodies crafting
Develop your creativity and offer your customers a variety of small printed and cut-out objects, such as:
- Corporate products: key rings, notebooks, desk organisers...
- Goodies: phone holders, magnets, travel tags...
- Gifts for annual events such as birthdays, celebrations, and special occasions...
- Decorations: like Christmas hangers or photo frames...
- Or even wooden toys for children.
Trophies & awards
Print & Cut is an excellent option for creating small to medium-sized trophies and awards.
Use our Acrylic range for a glass-like effect. UV printing on acrylic enhances contrast and creates a "wow" effect.
Our Laser Wood materials provide a modern and original result.
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Which benefits of using Print & Cut?
The Print & Cut technology combination offers a vast array of applications:
- Indoor & outdoor signage
- Fully personalised POS & POP displays
- Customised gifts
- Promotional items
- Trophies & awards...
Experiment with textures, sizes, colours, and transparency to craft any small to medium-sized items.
Whether you are designing eye-catching signage or crafting personalised gifts, Print & Cut empowers you to bring your ideas to life.
UV printing and laser cutting are two advanced technologies employed by the most experienced professionals.
- Laser cutting produces clean and precise cuts, even for intricate curved designs, as it is a contactless technology.
- UV printing results in vibrant colours, a smooth and durable surface, and delivers high-quality, precise prints.
The results are stunning and meet the highest standards of excellence.
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Our Print & Cut solution facilitates rapid and high-quality product creation.
The materials typically used are often plastic-based and offer affordability.
Precise marker placement enables an accurate cutting process, minimising material waste, allowing you to offer your customers competitive prices while maintaining a comfortable profit margin.
Also, our laser cutters operate at remarkable speeds, reaching up to 4m/sec. This makes them perfect for managing high-volume orders or accommodating last-minute requests.
With our comprehensive solution, all that remains for you is to assemble your product and deliver it to your customers promptly!
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Print & Cut Gravotech function
Gravotech's Print & Cut function recognises and perfectly places a cut line over your print while correcting any imperfections.
Gravotech's Print & Cut function will correct the position (A), rotation (B) and scale (C) of your cut line in the Gravostyle™ software compared to your real print.
It will also allow you to correct any slight distortions (D) resulting from the printing process.
The 4 simple steps of the function
The Print & Cut function is available in its semi-automatic version (manual alignment using a red pointer) as standard on all our laser tables.
As an option, our LS900 can be upgraded to automatic mode: in this case, the machine is equipped with a camera that enables the software to recognise markers fully automatically, without manual intervention.
1 - Create your design
Design your creation using your graphic software.
2 - Print
Print your design onto a rigid material sheet.
3 - Locate
Verify the red dot pointer alignment with the printed markers.
4 - Cut
Let your machine cut and get your final printed item.
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🔽What types of materials can be used with a Print & Cut solution?
The Print & Cut solution is compatible with a wide array of materials, primarily plastics, metal, and wood, due to their compatibility with laser technology. To note: some materials must be flat and rigid, without irregularities. Gravotech’s material catalogue uses a 'Print' icon to denote compatibility.
🔽What are the most common applications for Print & Cut?
The Print & Cut system is mainly used in two large domains. Firstly, for sign solutions in the broadest sense, including Point-of-Sale (POS) displays and product stands. Secondly, it is perfect for small object creation, such as personalised gifts, goodies, decorations, and decal stickers, allowing for high levels of design and customisation.
🔽What is the best engraving machine for Print & Cut?
The best machine for dedicated Print & Cut is the Gravotech LS900 laser cutter, as it is fully compatible with the automatic Print & Cut camera system. The LS900 offers a large working area (610 x 610 mm) and includes two modes: semi-automatic (manual alignment of the red pointer with first mark and small adjustments on 3 others) and fully automatic (the camera automatically locates and registers all reference markers).
🔽Can I combine engraving and Print & Cut methods?
Yes, you can effectively combine engraving and Print & Cut methods. This is typically done before the final cutting phase. You can perform laser engraving on the material. There are no restrictions on materials that can be printed and then cut or engraved.
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