Are you excited to use your plotter printer but do not know what pen or paper to use to get started?
Well, you are in the right place!
Keep reading to learn the 5 best plotter papers and pen plotters that should be used together!
What Is a Plotter?
A plotter machine is a printer that is used with computers that can print vector type graphics. Plotters do not use toner or ink. Instead, they use pens, pencils, markers, or other writing tools to draw lines onto plotter paper. These lines are drawn continuously, unlike regular printers that draw a series of dots.
When plotter machines are used, they can create intricate, unique designs. Check out some of the different things you can do with plotter machines.
Plotters are great for CAD drawings, blueprints, and architectural designs. Mostly used in engineering, construction, and architectural companies, they allow people to create technical drawings with accuracy. Lately, even advertising agencies, design and print shops have started using plotter machines to get better quality prints.
What Is Plotter Paper?
Plotter paper is a special type of paper that is used in plotter printers. It can be coated or uncoated and it is designed to be printed on using a plotter machine.
What Plotter Paper Should I Use?
There are two papers we recommend using. These different types of paper can be used with any pen plotter, but we will give you our recommendations below.
80-Pound Plotter Paper
The first paper is our 80-pound clay-coated drawing pounce paper. This paper is high-quality, extra-white and double-sided with a clay coating. This option provides excellent images when plotted with felt, or Gap Sure-Plot pens. This paper does take a little longer to dry, so allow extra time for drying. Then you will be left with an excellent drawing.
20-Pound Plotter Paper
The second paper we recommend is our 20-pound bond paper. This paper is thinner and can double up as an inexpensive drawing paper.
What Plotter Pens Should I Use?
Here are our top 5 recommendations for plotter pens to use with the 80-pound and 20-pound paper. All of our pens are specially designed with a unique high-pressure reservoir to maintain a smooth ink flow even while plotting at high speeds.
There are the SP-9000, SP-9100, SP-9200, SP-9300, SP-9300, and SP-9500 plotter pens that we recommend.
The SP-9300 and SP-9500 plotter pens also provide such a large reservoir they can provide up to 4 miles of plotting usage.
Advantages of Plotter Machines
One of the main advantages of plotter machines is that they can work on large sheets of paper, while still giving great quality results. The lines are clean and crisp.
Plotters can also easily draw on cardboard, plastic, sheet steel, and any other flat sheet materials.
The best thing about plotter machines is they can provide high-quality prints consistently. Every time you print with your plotter machine you are going to get the same quality product.
Start Plotting Today
If you are ready to start plotting today, be sure to check out our large inventory of plotter machines, paper, and pens to get everything you need to get started.
Once you plot, you never go back.
Simple Solutions International offers a full selection of plotter blades and plotter pens as well as a variety of useful tools for use in plotting and sign making such as plotter adapters, masking film, spray mask, and other sign making tools and accessories.