
Roland
Roland: 65cm Cutter Plotter Protection Guard Strip
Replacement blade guard strip for Roland, Graphtec, and Mimaki cutter plotters that extends blade life and cutting accuracy.
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Overview
Protect Your Cutter Plotter Blade with Precision
This Cutter Plotter Protection Guard Strip is designed to protect your cutting blade and prolong its life. Measuring 65cm x 4mm x 0.8mm, it is compatible with Roland, Grahptec, and Mimaki cutter plotters, ensuring smooth and accurate cutting performance.
Specifications:
- Length: 65cm
- Width: 4mm
- Thickness: 0.8mm
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Precisely sized at 65cm x 4mm x 0.8mm for direct drop-in replacement without trimming or modification.
- Compatible across multiple major brands including Roland, Graphtec, and Mimaki plotters.
- Protects the cutting blade from premature wear, reducing blade replacement frequency and cost.
- Inexpensive consumable that helps maintain consistent cut quality over time.
👎 Cons
- Only fits plotters that use the 65cm strip length, so it will not work on wider or narrower format machines.
- As a wear item, it will need periodic replacement depending on cutting volume and media types used.
- No brand-specific fitment guide is provided, so users need to verify compatibility with their exact plotter model.
- Single strip per purchase may not be cost-effective for high-volume shops that go through strips quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cutter plotters is this guard strip compatible with?
This strip is compatible with Roland, Graphtec, and Mimaki cutter plotters that use a 65cm cutting width guard strip.
What does the protection guard strip actually do?
It sits on the plotter's cutting carriage track and provides a protective surface that the blade cuts against, preventing the blade from dulling prematurely against bare metal and ensuring clean, precise cuts.
What are the exact dimensions of this strip?
The strip measures 65cm in length, 4mm in width, and 0.8mm in thickness.
How do I know when the guard strip needs replacing?
When you notice incomplete cuts, ragged edges on your vinyl or media, or visible grooves and wear marks on the strip surface, it is time to install a replacement.
Is this strip a single piece or does it come in a multi-pack?
This listing is for a single 65cm guard strip.