Size, Scale & Accuracy

Do VecRas cut files maintain correct size and scale?

Yes. VecRas cut files are created and tested at accurate real-world device dimensions.

Each file is:

• Designed using precise measurements
• Verified for correct proportions and alignment
• Prepared at 1:1 scale for direct cutting

What this means for you:

• No resizing is required
• The cut size matches the device exactly
• Consistent results across different machines and materials

Important:
As long as your software import settings (units, scale, and DPI) are not changed, the cut file will remain perfectly accurate. Changing scale or enabling auto-fit options can cause size mismatches.

Takeaway:
If you import VecRas cut files without modifying scale settings, the final cut will match the device as intended.

Why does the design size change after importing?

Design size changes are usually caused by software import settings, not by the cut file itself.

Common reasons:

• Software units don’t match the file units (inches vs millimeters)
• Auto-scaling or “fit to page” is enabled during import
• DPI or document scale is changed automatically
• The file is imported without the correct cutter plugin

Solution:

1. Import the file using the correct units (mm or inches as specified)
2. Disable any auto-scale, auto-fit, or resize options
3. Keep the design at 100% / 1:1 scale
4. Use the recommended plugin or driver for your specific cutter
   • Proper plugins maintain accurate scale during transfer from software to machine
5. Always verify key dimensions before cutting
   • VecRas files include built-in reference dimensions so you can quickly confirm scale inside your software

Takeaway:
Using the correct units, keeping scale unchanged, and working with the right cutter plugin ensures the design size stays accurate from file to final cut.