SC-350 Autofed Sheet Label Cutter
AUD 8,910.00 incl GST
SC-350 Autofed Sheet Label Cutter
AUD 8,910.00 incl GST
Vulcan SC-350 Automatic Sheet-Fed Cutting Plotter
The Vulcan SC-350 is a professional automatic sheet-fed cutting plotter designed for producing stickers, labels, decals, packaging prototypes and other digitally printed sheet products. It combines automatic media feeding, camera-based registration, QR-code job matching and high-speed contour cutting in one compact production system.
Built for print shops, sign businesses, label manufacturers and in-house production teams, the SC-350 can process common sheet formats including A4, A3, SRA3 and extended A3, together with supported custom media sizes.
Load a stack of printed sheets, select the required cutting workflow and allow the SC-350 to automatically feed, register, cut and collect each sheet. QR-code support can also help match printed sheets with the correct cutting file during mixed-job production.
Product Overview
The Vulcan SC-350 is an automatic feeding sheet cutter developed for short-run and repeat print-finishing applications. Its integrated feeding system separates sheets from the media tray and moves them into the cutting area without requiring each sheet to be loaded manually.
A high-resolution camera system locates printed registration marks and aligns the cutting path with the printed artwork. This makes the SC-350 suitable for kiss-cut stickers, product labels, promotional decals, card products, packaging samples and other contour-cut sheet applications.
The machine includes three operating modes:
- Normal mode: balanced cutting speed and precision.
- Precision mode: prioritises accuracy for more detailed cutting work.
- High-speed mode: increases production speed for suitable jobs.
Automatic Sheet Feeding
The automatic feeding system allows batches of sheet media to be loaded into the rear media support tray. The machine separates and feeds each sheet into the cutting area before transferring the completed sheet to the exit tray.
- Automatic capacity of up to 200 sheets
- Approximately 2-second sheet-feeding time
- Supports media widths from 185 to 350 mm
- Supports media lengths from 150 to 500 mm
- Compatible with A4, A3, SRA3 and extended A3 formats
- Supports suitable custom sheet sizes within the machine limits
- Adjustable media guides help keep sheets correctly positioned
Actual capacity will vary depending on the thickness, finish, flatness and condition of the media being processed.
Camera Registration and Contour Cutting
The SC-350 uses a camera-based registration system to identify printed registration marks and align the cutting path with the printed artwork.
- Registration-mark detection time of approximately 4 seconds
- Automatic alignment of printed artwork and cutting data
- Suitable for kiss cutting around printed labels, stickers and graphics
- Automatic offset calibration using the supplied pen calibration tool
- Integrated LED lighting supports consistent camera illumination
Accurate registration reduces the risk of cutting through printed borders and helps maintain consistent results across repeated sheets.
QR-Code Automated Job Workflow
QR-code mode is designed for production environments processing different printed designs within the same batch.
A QR code is printed on the sheet and linked to a matching PLT cutting file stored on a USB flash drive. When the sheet is loaded, the SC-350 reads the QR code and retrieves the corresponding cutting file.
- Helps prevent the wrong cutting file being used
- Reduces manual file selection
- Supports mixed-job production
- Suitable for repeat and unattended cutting workflows
- PLT files can be stored and processed directly from USB
For QR-code operation, the QR-code content must match the name of the corresponding PLT file stored in the root directory of the USB drive.
Touchscreen Control Panel
The integrated 4.3-inch touchscreen LCD provides direct access to the machine’s principal operating functions.
- Set cutting speed and force
- Move the cutting carriage
- Set the cutting origin
- Perform test cuts
- Pause or cancel a cutting job
- Select PLT files from a USB drive
- Activate QR-code mode
- Access calibration and system settings
- View sensor and machine information
Carriage movement can be changed between slow ×1 and fast ×10 positioning speeds, helping the operator set up and test jobs more efficiently.
Carriage and Cutting System
The SC-350 uses a single-tool cutting carriage with adjustable speed and force. The supplied blade holder accepts the included 30-degree and 60-degree blades.
- Maximum cutting speed: 1200 mm/s
- Maximum cutting force: 400 g
- Mechanical resolution: 0.01254 mm
- HP-GL programmable resolution: 0.025 mm
- Maximum supported sheet thickness: up to 0.35 mm
- Maximum supported sheet weight: up to 350 gsm
- Test-cut function for checking blade depth and cutting force
Material compatibility depends on the construction, coating, liner, thickness and condition of the sheet. Testing is recommended before commencing a full production run.
USB, Ethernet and Offline Operation
Cutting data can be sent to the SC-350 using several connection methods.
- USB 2.0: direct connection to a compatible computer
- Ethernet: connect the cutter to a suitable network
- USB flash drive: process compatible PLT files without maintaining a computer connection
Offline USB operation is particularly useful for repeat production jobs or environments where the cutter is not positioned directly beside the artwork computer.
Exit Tray and Completed Sheet Collection
Completed sheets are transferred to the removable front exit tray. The adjustable tray supports organised collection of processed sheets and helps reduce handling during longer cutting runs.
- Removable and adjustable design
- Approximately 40 mm tray depth
- Designed to collect completed sheet media
- Capacity depends on the thickness and condition of the material
Integrated LED Working Light
Integrated LED illumination provides a more consistent lighting environment around the camera and cutting area.
This assists the camera when detecting registration marks and QR codes, particularly when ambient lighting conditions change throughout the day.
Compatible Software and File Workflow
The SC-350 accepts HP-GL cutting commands and supports compatible PLT cutting files. PLT files may be generated using suitable cutting software, including supported SignCut workflows.
- Create or prepare the artwork in compatible design software.
- Add the required registration marks and cutting paths.
- Generate the compatible cutting file.
- Send the job through USB or Ethernet, or save the PLT file to a USB flash drive.
- Load the printed sheets and perform a test cut before production.
The manufacturer lists compatibility with both Windows and Mac operating systems. Software compatibility should be confirmed against the version of the operating system and design software being used.
Technical Specifications
| Model | Vulcan SC-350 |
|---|---|
| Machine type | Automatic feeding sheet cutter |
| Media width | 185 to 350 mm |
| Media length | 150 to 500 mm |
| Supported formats | A4, A3, SRA3, extended A3 and supported custom sizes |
| Maximum cutting length | 500 mm |
| Maximum cutting speed | 1200 mm/s in high-speed mode |
| Maximum cutting force | 400 g |
| Automatic sheet capacity | Up to 200 sheets |
| Maximum media thickness | Up to 0.35 mm |
| Maximum sheet weight | Up to 350 gsm |
| Feeding time | Approximately 2 seconds |
| Registration-mark detection | Approximately 4 seconds |
| Mechanical resolution | 0.01254 mm |
| Programmable resolution | HP-GL: 0.025 mm |
| Command language | HP-GL |
| Number of tools | 1 |
| Tool type | Cutter blade |
| Control panel | 4.3-inch touchscreen LCD |
| Interfaces | USB 2.0, USB flash drive and Ethernet |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows and Mac |
| Power supply | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption | 60 W |
| Operating temperature | 10°C to 35°C |
| Operating humidity | 35% to 75% RH, non-condensing |
| Main unit dimensions | 870 × 550 × 580 mm |
| Installed footprint | Approximately 1109 × 747 × 594 mm with trays installed |
| Listed weight | 33 kg / 36 kg |
Included Accessories
- Power cable
- USB cable
- Ethernet cable
- Blade holder
- 30-degree cutting blade
- 60-degree cutting blade
- Two pen calibration tools
- Five pens
- USB flash drive
- Media supply tray
- Exit tray
- Rear media guide
Included accessories may vary by region or supplied configuration. Confirm the final package contents when ordering.
Recommended Applications
- Kiss-cut stickers
- Printed product labels
- Promotional decals
- Short-run sheet labels
- Packaging prototypes
- Card and paper products
- Custom-shaped printed graphics
- Small-batch print-finishing work
- Mixed QR-code production jobs
Who Is the Vulcan SC-350 Designed For?
The SC-350 is designed for businesses that need to automate the contour cutting of printed sheets without moving directly to a larger industrial flatbed or roll-to-roll finishing system.
Typical users include:
- Commercial printers
- Sticker and label producers
- Sign and graphics businesses
- Packaging and prototype departments
- Copy shops and digital print centres
- In-house marketing and production teams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vulcan SC-350?
The Vulcan SC-350 is an automatic sheet-fed cutting plotter used to contour cut printed stickers, labels, decals and other sheet-based products.
How many sheets can the SC-350 hold?
The manufacturer rates the automatic feeder for up to 200 sheets. Actual capacity depends on sheet thickness, coating, finish and flatness.
What sheet sizes does it support?
It supports media from 185 to 350 mm wide and 150 to 500 mm long, including A4, A3, SRA3, extended A3 and suitable custom formats.
Can it cut printed stickers and labels?
Yes. The camera registration system aligns the cutting path with registration marks printed alongside the artwork, making it suitable for contour and kiss cutting.
Does it support QR-code automation?
Yes. A QR code printed on the sheet can be matched with a corresponding PLT cutting file stored on a USB flash drive.
Can it operate without a computer?
Yes. Compatible PLT files can be loaded from a USB flash drive and selected from the touchscreen.
Does it work with Windows and Mac?
The manufacturer lists support for Windows and Mac. Compatibility should be checked against the specific operating-system and cutting-software versions.
What is the maximum cutting speed?
The maximum listed speed is 1200 mm/s when the cutter is operating in high-speed mode.
What materials can it cut?
The SC-350 is designed for compatible sheet media up to 0.35 mm thick or 350 gsm. Suitability depends on the material construction, liner, coating and blade configuration, so testing is recommended.
Is the SC-350 suitable for unattended production?
Its automatic sheet feeding, exit tray and QR-code workflow can reduce operator involvement. Production should still be monitored until the media and cutting settings have been properly tested.