| MultiMat | ||
 Frequently
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| How long
will MultiMat last? The life span of MultiMat depends on many factors, including type of use, proper cleaning and handling, but the average user can expect many months or even years of use. One great advantage is that double sided, thereby providing double the life span when compared to other single side products. What is the cleaning procedure of MultiMat? Cleaning MultiMat is simple and easy. Merely use a soft sponge and running water to remove chips, dust, or dirt, and then allow to dry. No chemicals or cleaners are required. How is MultiMat affixed to the engraving table top? No double stick tapes vacuums, or clamps are necessary, and MultiMat can be easily removed and stored, then reinstalled by placing it in position and gently pressing down. No other hold down system is so fast and easy to use. Is there any clean up required after using MultiMat? For most situations the answer is no, however MultiMat does leave a slight oily residue on the back of some engraving plates. If you wish to use double stick tape as a plate mounting system, this residue can be easily removed with a cloth and rubbing alcohol, or the tape can be applied to the plate before engraving, and then used with MultiMat. What happens if I engrave through the engraving material into MultiMat, is it ruined? MultiMat has a self healing feature. Small cuts in the surface of MultiMat should not cause a problem, and seem to heal. Of course continued cuts over a long period of time will degrade the effectiveness of MultiMat. Many small enclosed cuts (closed path such as a series of circles or squares) could cause sections of the mat to come out, which of course would degrade its performance. MultiMat seems expensive, how can I justify paying that much? Although MultiMat will wear out eventually, it is not really a consumable item like double stick tape or labor. MultiMat makes life a lot easier for the engraver, and will pay for itself quickly in time saved and ease of use. When the cost of double stick hold down tape, along with the associated time and labour needed for applicaton and removal is figured in, then MultiMat becomes even more cost effective. How is MultiMat sold, and how do other engravers utilize it to best advantage? MultiMat is sold in standard sizes: 12” x 12”, 12” x 24”, 24” x 24”, 24” x 48” and can be cut to size with a standard plastic shear. Some users will cut the mat to their table size. Others prefer to cut their MultiMat into several equal parts corresponding to the size plate that they most often engrave. They than use one, and keep the others in reserve. back |
