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GCC Jaguar 4 24” vs Roland GR-640

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When comparing GCC Jaguar 4 24” vs Roland GR-640, the Slant community recommends GCC Jaguar 4 24” for most people. In the question“What are the best vinyl cutters?” GCC Jaguar 4 24” is ranked 6th while Roland GR-640 is ranked 7th. The most important reason people chose GCC Jaguar 4 24” is:

This machine features the highest maximum cutting speed among professional vinyl cutters. It can cut at the speed of 60 inches per second. This is almost twice the speed competitors (Graphtec, Roland, or USCutter) can offer. Due to its very fast cutting speed, this machine is perfectly suitable for large volume production runs.

Specs

Cutting force5.9 N

Max. cutting lengthNot stated

Max. cutting speed60 inch/sec

Max. media width30.3”

Cutting force5.88 N

Max. cutting length984”

Max. cutting speed41.33 inch/sec

Max. media width70”

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Pros

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Excellent for large productions runs

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Can handle any vinyl

Due to the high precision blade control mechanism and 5.9 N of maximum downforce, this machine can cut any 24" sheet vinyl available on the market.

Pro
Simple workflow

The software this cutter comes with can import design files from Adobe Illustrator and CorelDraw. After you have the design file, simply import it to GreatCut 3 and set the simple cut parameters. The machine will take care of the rest of the work.

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No need to purchase software separately

This machine comes with a free copy of GreatCut 3 software.

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Excellent for massive cuts

The total cutting area of this machine is 65” x 984”. It is suitable for cutting huge outdoor vinyl signs and even automotive signs (signs for commercial vehicles).

Pro
Can cut many materials

Besides vinyl films, this machine can cut cardboard, corrugated e-flute, heat transfer material, diamond grade films, sandblast mask, high-intensity reflective films, and window films.

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Accepts various media sizes

Even though the maximum media width you can feed into this vinyl cutter is 70”, it doesn't mean that the machine only works well with this massive size. According to its specifications sheet, the Roland GR-640 handles any media width between 6” and 70”.

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Accessible software

This industrial grade vinyl cutter does not require you to spend a fortune on its software. Even more, it uses the same software as all the other Roland machines. It is very unusual for an industrial grade CNC machine to share the same software with consumer grade units.

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Decent warranty options

By default, this cutter is covered by a full 3-year-manufacturer warranty, available upon the registration of the product (it has to be done online). This warranty will cover you if the machine fails. Furthermore, there is an option to upgrade the standard 3-year warranty to a 5-year period by purchasing a Roland Care Premium Service Contract (the exact pricing is available only on request).

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Cons

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Expensive

This is one of the most expensive 24” vinyl cutters available, being priced at $2090. On top of that, your expenses will not stop there as the machine, by default, comes without a stand. The problem is that this 60 inches/s machine is useless without it (as you will not be able to cut long vinyl rolls). Getting the stand will add another $400 to your expenses.

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Requires CorelDraw or Adobe Illustrator software

The GreatCut 3 is only capable of receiving design files from either Adobe Illustrator or CorelDraw. There are two main reasons why this may be problematic. First, both of the programs are quite expensive. Second, the transition to either of those programs can be time-consuming if you already have a massive design library in any other design software.