What would you do?

[redmondcopy]

Hello All,

I'm looking at buying a new plotter. Here are my options.

1. I could buy a new Graphtec CE5000-60 for $1200-$1300.

2. I could buy a used Graphtec FC7000-75 for $1200.

I guess I'm trying to determine if I would really be shooting myself in the foot for not getting something larger than 24"? Right now I see myself using it mainly for contour cut decals. Just curious maybe what some of your thoughts were?

Thanks,
Grant

 

[GregT]

Go with the bigger one. You never know when you might need to cut something larger.

 

[Craig Sjoquist]

24 inch will cover most lettering and graphics needed ..new is best ... used a larger one would be great IF you have a 24 inch
when starting new just get what ya need vinyl does cost and has a shelf life ..meaning slowly getting a full stock of vinyl and using means you'll understand what your real needs are

 

[advsign22]

I have had both. Started out with a 24" Graphtec and then purchased a used 30" Summa and found it more useful for larger decals and such.

If it was me, I would start with a 30" model. I prefer Summa to the Graphtec's but the Summa will cost you a little more.
Ken

 

[heyskull]

Bigger is better
Take it from me you will always want the bigger one....LOL

 

[auto accents sc]

Go for the bigger one if it is in good shape. You won't regret it. I have a 42" and wish I had gone 1 size larger.

 

[thewood]

You will never regret getting a larger plotter. You said you were interested in contour cutting decals. What size printer do you have?

We have a Mimaki around 50" wide, and it still isn't large enough for some jobs.

 

[redmondcopy]

Thank you for all the replies. Kinda was thinking the same thing.

Thanks,
Grant