Print Finishing Equipment - Cutting Plotters & Laminators
Finish your prints in-house with Graphtec cutting plotters for vinyl and contour cutting, and a wide format laminator to protect and mount graphics. Every machine is supplied with UK support from China Print Supplies.
Graphtec Cutting Plotters
Laminators
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What we supply
- Graphtec cutting plotters – seven machines across the Graphtec CE8000 and FC9000 series, from the 400 mm CE8000-40 at £1,150 + VAT to the 1,600 mm FC9000-160 at £6,895 + VAT.
- Wide format laminators – the WID L300, a 1,620 mm laminator for protecting prints and mounting them onto board up to 35 mm thick, at £3,895 + VAT.
Which do I need?
If you want to… | You need |
|---|---|
Cut vinyl lettering, logos and decals | |
Contour-cut printed stickers and labels | Graphtec cutting plotter with ARMS registration |
Cut heat transfer vinyl for garments | |
Protect prints from scratches, UV and weather | |
Mount prints onto foamex, dibond or board |
For cutting rigid boards, packaging and foam, see our Kartech cutting tables.
Cutting vs laminating
Cutting. A cutting plotter uses a small drag blade to cut through vinyl and sticker media without cutting the backing, ready for weeding and application. Graphtec’s ARMS camera system reads registration marks printed around your design, so the plotter can contour-cut accurately around printed stickers and labels. The CE8000 series suits most sign shops and sticker producers. The FC9000 series adds higher cutting force and speed for production volumes and thicker materials.
Laminating. A laminator applies a clear protective film over a print. It guards against scratches, fading and moisture, and adds a gloss, matt or textured finish. Vehicle graphics, floor graphics and outdoor signs usually need it. The same machine also mounts prints onto rigid boards such as foamex and dibond, giving a flat, bubble-free finish faster than mounting by hand.
Most sign shops need both: print, laminate, then cut or mount.
Why buy from China Print Supplies?
- Authorised UK Graphtec stockist – genuine Graphtec plotters with full manufacturer warranty.
- Stands included on most models (the CE8000-130, CE8000-60ES and FC9000-75 and above).
- UK support and setup – help with cutting software, ARMS registration and workflow with your printer.
- Print-and-cut bundles – pair a plotter or laminator with one of our wide format printers in a bundle.
- Finance available – from £17.03 per week on the WID L300, over 60 months, subject to lender terms and approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I choose a Graphtec CE8000 or FC9000?
The CE8000 series suits most sign shops, sticker producers and garment decorators, and is the more affordable option. The FC9000 is Graphtec’s production series, with higher cutting force and speed for heavy daily use and thicker materials. Both come in widths from 400 mm up to 1,600 mm.
Can a Graphtec plotter contour-cut printed stickers?
Yes. Graphtec’s ARMS camera system reads registration marks printed around your design and cuts accurately around each sticker or label. Pair the plotter with any of our roll printers for a complete print-and-cut workflow.
Do I need to laminate my prints?
Lamination is recommended for vehicle graphics, floor graphics and outdoor signs. It protects against scratches, UV fading and moisture, and adds a gloss, matt or textured finish. Many indoor prints don’t need it, depending on the ink and how long the graphic needs to last.
Can the laminator mount prints onto boards?
Yes. The WID L300 handles materials up to 35 mm thick and 1,620 mm wide, so it can mount printed vinyl onto foamex, dibond and other rigid boards with a flat, bubble-free finish.
How much does print finishing equipment cost?
Our Graphtec cutting plotters range from £1,150 + VAT for the 400 mm CE8000-40 to £6,895 + VAT for the 1,600 mm FC9000-160. The WID L300 laminator is £3,895 + VAT, with finance available from £17.03 per week.