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product_id: 31301956
title: "Sign Warehouse Vinyl Express® Cutter 31\" w/ VE LXi Apprentice Software for Sign Making Hobby Craft"
brand: "sign warehouse"
price: "AR$1597792"
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reviews_count: 4
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# 24 in/sec cutting speed 31" max feed width 500g downforce precision Sign Warehouse Vinyl Express® Cutter 31" w/ VE LXi Apprentice Software for Sign Making Hobby Craft

**Brand:** sign warehouse
**Price:** AR$1597792
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ✂️ Cut bigger, faster, smarter — your sign-making game just leveled up!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sign Warehouse Vinyl Express® Cutter 31" w/ VE LXi Apprentice Software for Sign Making Hobby Craft by sign warehouse
- **How much does it cost?** AR$1597792 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- sign warehouse enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sign warehouse brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Generous Cutting Width:** Handle large-scale designs with a max feed width of 31 inches
- • **Speed Meets Efficiency:** Cut at a rapid 24 inches per second to power through projects fast
- • **User-Friendly Software:** VE LXi Apprentice software supports TrueType fonts & Adobe imports for seamless design-to-cut workflow
- • **All-in-One Starter Bundle:** Includes 5 rolls of EnduraGLOSS vinyl, premask, blanks & blades to jumpstart your creativity
- • **Pro-Level Precision Cutting:** Up to 500 grams downforce for flawless vinyl cuts every time

## Overview

The Sign Warehouse Vinyl Express® Cutter 31" combines professional-grade cutting power with an extensive starter supply bundle and intuitive VE LXi Apprentice software. Designed for hobbyists and small business pros alike, it offers a 31" max feed width, 24 in/sec cutting speed, and 500g downforce for precision vinyl cutting. The package includes rolls of premium vinyl, premask, sign blanks, blades, and training resources—empowering you to create high-quality signs and crafts right out of the box.

## Description

Vinyl cutter, stand, VE Apprentice Software and Supply Bundle. Supply Bundle: 5 Rolls of 24" x 60" EnduraGLOSS Vinyl (colors may vary), 2 Rolls of 6" x 120" Clear Premask, 3 sets 12" x 24" Magnetic Sign Blanks (colors may vary), 5 Plastic License Blanks (colors may vary from picture), 3 Endura Cor-plastic Sign Blanks 12" x 18" (colors may vary), Vectored Clip Art CD, 3 cutting blades (45 degree) & 1 squeegee (4"). Vinyl Express R31 R-Series vinyl cutter features up to 500 grams downforce, 24 inches-per-second cutting speed, 3 tension-adjustable pinch rollers, smooth-feeding media supply system. Stepper motor. Max Feed Width: 31.49" (800mm); Max Cutting Width: 27.55" (700mm); LCD Display: English; Interface: Serial, USB (USB connection is accomplished through serial conversion.); Operating Systems: Windows XP, Vista', Windows 7, 32 & 64 bit systems. Cutter includes Power and Serial Cables, Blade Holder, Pen Holder and Pen, Complete Drivers and Documentation CD, Spare Fuse and a Cutter Dust Cover! VE LXi Apprentice is a complete text and layout program that utilizes both Windows TrueType and Adobe Type 1 fonts. (NOTE: Graphic design capabilities available in VE LXi Expert, Master & Master Plus versions.) VE LXi Apprentice allows simultaneous cutting and layout of signs. Flexi-SIGN Compatible. Mirror Imaging / Basic Borders 51+ Import/Export filters (EPS, DXF, etc.). Library of 200 High-Quality Fonts. Exclusive Sign Warehouse Vinyl Application Training DVD for tips on producing professional-looking signs. Computer required (not included). *VE LXi Software System Requirements: Processor: PC with 2.0 GHz Processor or better Video RAM: 128 mb Video Card or better System RAM: 250GB Hard Drive; 4GB RAM; Ports: USB 2.0 Ports (2 or more) and Serial COM Ports. Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista 32/64 bit, Windows 7 32/64 bit (Windows XP is not R Series supported). High speed Internet required for initial software download & activation.

Review: I love my new machine! - This thing is so cool!! I bought it for various craft projects for home and business (mostly business). I've used it to create gifts and with poster board to make cutouts of all sizes. I had planned to buy a craftrobo but opted for this to give me more size options. The software is basic, easy to understand once you get it configured properly (took me about an hour or less if I remember correctly). It's easy to import my designs from Adobe Illustrator, so I don't need any advanced features here. If you're just cutting text then you can just type right into the software and print with 1 click. For one project I printed on card stock then ran the card stock through the cutter. It took lots of trial and error to figure out exactly where the cutter would start, but I eventually got it to work properly and produced some floral cutouts with my client's logo printed on them. Very nice. If you're just printing cutouts on blank paper this won't affect you, but it's nice to know that you can stretch the limits on the machine. The 3 grips on the back are made to slide across the width of your paper/vinyl to hold it in place. I didn't see this in the instructions but figured it out quickly after beginning to use the cutter. The starter kit is generous and let's you use start right away. I suspect the poster board and card stock will wear down my blades quicker than vinyl, but it's worth it for all the things I can do. Thank you to all the previous reviewers: I researched this purchase extensively, comparing multiple cutters of all types and sizes before purchasing. I am happy with my choice and appreciate those who took time to share their feedback. I hope mine is helpful to someone else, too!
Review: Great beginner-level plotter. - Overall, this kit isn't bad as a starter setup. The vinyl they ship with it isn't something I'd call customer worthy, but it's great to use in order to test the plotter & for personal projects. There are much higher quality vinyl that you'd want to use for projects where your company name is on the line for the quality. The same can be said with the transfer tape. There is much better transfer tape out there, but the simple, entry level items they send with this kit will help learning so you don't waste quality with the learning curve. The plastic signs & banners are great. They were used for personal projects in my case, as my market was not for signage. Though it could have been. The license plate blanks were fun as well, though again, for my case, just something to mess with. Printed some fun things on them and gave them away to family & friends. The plotter itself is not a horrible starter plotter. If you're not sure if this is something you want to do, it's a great device to start your learning on. It helps you figure out ways to do different cutting tasks. If you're doing huge cuts and huge projects, you'll want to start with a more advanced machine. I started getting larger orders and it required creativity to get them cut. Getting the vinyl to line up right & the amount of data you can send to the plotter at once turned into big deals. Starting with this plotter before upgrading is still what I'd recommend if you're new to the vinyl business. The software that comes w/ this beginner vinyl isn't that great. It would be recommended to use Illustrator and then import them into the cutter software. It doesn't have enough features to do more than simple text. So keep that in mind when ordering as well.

## Features

- Vinyl Express R31 R-Series Sign Cutter with Stand
- Vinyl Express Apprentice Text Layout Software - Not a Trial Version or a Crafting Program
- Exclusive Supply Bundle - 5 Rolls of 24" x 60" EnduraGLOSS Vinyl
- 2 Rolls of 6" x 120" Clear Premask, 3 sets 12" x 24" Magnetic Sign Blanks
- 5 Plastic License Blanks, 3 Endura Cor-plastic Blanks 12" x 18", MORE!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003TPJGWQ |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars (59) |
| Date First Available | May 7, 2012 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item model number | AMZ-R31-APP |
| Manufacturer | Sign Warehouse |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I love my new machine!
*by K***F on January 11, 2014*

This thing is so cool!! I bought it for various craft projects for home and business (mostly business). I've used it to create gifts and with poster board to make cutouts of all sizes. I had planned to buy a craftrobo but opted for this to give me more size options. The software is basic, easy to understand once you get it configured properly (took me about an hour or less if I remember correctly). It's easy to import my designs from Adobe Illustrator, so I don't need any advanced features here. If you're just cutting text then you can just type right into the software and print with 1 click. For one project I printed on card stock then ran the card stock through the cutter. It took lots of trial and error to figure out exactly where the cutter would start, but I eventually got it to work properly and produced some floral cutouts with my client's logo printed on them. Very nice. If you're just printing cutouts on blank paper this won't affect you, but it's nice to know that you can stretch the limits on the machine. The 3 grips on the back are made to slide across the width of your paper/vinyl to hold it in place. I didn't see this in the instructions but figured it out quickly after beginning to use the cutter. The starter kit is generous and let's you use start right away. I suspect the poster board and card stock will wear down my blades quicker than vinyl, but it's worth it for all the things I can do. Thank you to all the previous reviewers: I researched this purchase extensively, comparing multiple cutters of all types and sizes before purchasing. I am happy with my choice and appreciate those who took time to share their feedback. I hope mine is helpful to someone else, too!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great beginner-level plotter.
*by C***G on September 29, 2014*

Overall, this kit isn't bad as a starter setup. The vinyl they ship with it isn't something I'd call customer worthy, but it's great to use in order to test the plotter & for personal projects. There are much higher quality vinyl that you'd want to use for projects where your company name is on the line for the quality. The same can be said with the transfer tape. There is much better transfer tape out there, but the simple, entry level items they send with this kit will help learning so you don't waste quality with the learning curve. The plastic signs & banners are great. They were used for personal projects in my case, as my market was not for signage. Though it could have been. The license plate blanks were fun as well, though again, for my case, just something to mess with. Printed some fun things on them and gave them away to family & friends. The plotter itself is not a horrible starter plotter. If you're not sure if this is something you want to do, it's a great device to start your learning on. It helps you figure out ways to do different cutting tasks. If you're doing huge cuts and huge projects, you'll want to start with a more advanced machine. I started getting larger orders and it required creativity to get them cut. Getting the vinyl to line up right & the amount of data you can send to the plotter at once turned into big deals. Starting with this plotter before upgrading is still what I'd recommend if you're new to the vinyl business. The software that comes w/ this beginner vinyl isn't that great. It would be recommended to use Illustrator and then import them into the cutter software. It doesn't have enough features to do more than simple text. So keep that in mind when ordering as well.

### ⭐ Software and the cutter, total lack of support unless you $$$$
*by T***N on November 18, 2012*

I am a former sys admin and I have used computers for years. I've used many software packages and agree this is a "bait" package. I have not upgraded the software. The company is very pushy trying to get you to purchase from them. If you have a question though, they are slow to respond and very condescending. Followup: The cutter is crap and the drivers quit working all the time. The LXi Apprentice software is only a cutting program. You have to use another program to put your design together. If you complain to Sign Warehouse, they tell you that you should have bought the software upgrade. I am using my Sure Cuts a Lot software with the cutter. Make the Cut DOES NOT have an R31 Vinyl Express driver. You cannot use it with the Vinyl Express cutters. I asked Sign Warehouse if they plan on a Make the Cut driver. They are not because they are selling Sure Cuts a Lot now and bundling it with cutters.

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