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===== Brother ScanNCut DX =====

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^                           Brother ScanNCut DX                              ^
|          {{:screenshot_2026-01-29_164124.png?300|}}          |                                                 
| **Tool Type:**                  CNC                  |
| **Location:**                   Elings 3430                  |



| **Description:**                CNC cutter. Can be used with thin, flexible substrates.                          |
| **Manufacturer:**               Brother                          |

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===== About =====

The Brother ScanNCut DX is a 2D paper cutter capable of cutting out precise designs with high accuracy. It is capable of cutting thin plastics, vinyl, cardstock, paper, fabric, foam, and more. The Brother is 3430 next to the strasys F270 printer. to use the cutter, a thin layer of material is attached to the sticky mat and fed through the machine, which cuts out any 2D shape desired. The cutting tool can also be switched out for a marker as well to draw designs. 

The Brother is able to cut materials up to 3 mm in thickness. 

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===== Safety Concerns =====

The Brother cutter uses a shielded razorblade to make cuts on the sticky mat. Care should be taken when replacing of switching the cutting head as it is incredibly sharp. Fingers should also be kept clear of the rollers when it is operating to avoid pinching.
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===== Operating Procedures =====
{{ :brother_scanncut_dx_sop.pdf |Brother SOP}}
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===== Detailed Specifications =====

  * Mat size: 12" x 12" 
  * Material up to 3 mm thick
  * Materials that can be cut include: paper, sticker paper, vinyl, foam, fabric

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===== Reference Documentation =====

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