Supported models
CNC Linear cutters - cutting plotters
Info
Note that this technote may not mention all models that can be operated with the same driver. For further information, visit the website of Kimla.
Driver
- Kimla
Driver history
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CalderaRIP V17.3:
- A new "Add direction mark" checkbox was added to the Misc. area of the Cutter Tools Configuration for most cutting drivers. Activating this new field adds direction marks in the form of a triangle pointing to the bottom edge of the cut job, which significantly speeds up the operators' work when managing these files
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CalderaRIP V16.0.2:
- Now the user has the option to use only 2 registration marks (to save some ink) or 4 (for more complex jobs).
- Also, fixed a compatibility issue between the name of the cut files generated by the controller and the information that can be scanned by the device.
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CalderaRIP V16.0.0:
- (10/2022) Kimla cutters supported.
Installation
Info
In the past, different cutting devices required separate licenses: CutServer for roll-to-roll cutters, GrandCut (A or B) for flatbed cutters, and a cut option for trimmers. This resulted in different installation methods depending on the device.
Today, annual subscribers and perpetual license holders with CalderaCare can use any CalderaRIP‑supported cutting device without an additional license.
| Roll-to-Roll (Legacy CutServer) | |
| Flatbed (Legacy GrandCut B) |
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Format
Kimla cutters support DXF, DWG, and PLT file formats. For further details, please refer to Kimla's recommendations.
Marks
Kimla marks are specific and not compatible with other cutters:
- Marks have a diameter of 10mm
- Clearance around marks is 5mm
- Each of the marks is oriented in the same direction (the origin is at the bottom-left corner)
- 4 or 2 marks at the corners
- The center of the mark at the origin is placed at (0, 0)
Associations
- No materials and methods association
- No materials and media association
- No methods and contours association
Cut contour names from your print file are directly included in the exported cut file(s).
Features
- Option to use only 2 registration marks (to save some ink) or 4 (for more complex jobs)
- Kimla cutters support Bezier curves, but segments are encouraged
- Feature "White Under Marks" included