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Cutting Rolls of Paper

2006-04-12 by Bob Marsolais

13 inch rolls of any kind of media are about 2.5 times more expensive 
per square foot than other width rolls.  If one were to purchase a 24" 
roll and cut it into one 13" and one 11" roll, you'd have two rolls of 
media ideal for the 1280, 1800, 2200, 2400, and other 13" printers.  
Since those printers are usually limited to a maximum print length of 
44", you could cut the required length off the roll to avoid the 
problem of pulling media off a heavier roll than the printer was 
designed to handle.  However, using some trashed rolls from a former 
employer, I have not figured out how to cut the rolls and get a clean 
cut.  Table saws or band saws leave a ragged edge.

Does anyone know how to cut a 100 foot roll of media like Epson 
Professional Glossy and get a clean, sharp edge?

Thanks!

Bob Marsolais

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