I realized the other day that my Silhouette Cameo could be used as a pen plotter. I've had pens for it since day one, but never used it in that capacity besides a few test prints. So, here's the result:
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Yes, that's yellow tractor paper being used. I found my Cameo does just fine using it directly (without a cutting mat), but does need a little help with a long piece like this. I've found that just over 4' is the practical limit. The track plan was done initially in Xtrkcad, then exported as PDF to CadStd (any Cad program will work) before being finally format converted in Silhouette Studio.
I tried a 12" wide roll of paper, but it was thinner and the Cameo did not grab it as well. I'm waiting for a piece of .015" styrene to use as a cutting mat to try a wider print.
