Fabric Circle Cutter C-2000P

First off, the minimum circle diameter you can cut with this tool is ACTUALLY just a hair under 6". I see that as a huge boost in value when comparing tools. The build is good -- could be better for $80, but you won't find better elsewhere. It's nothing to worry over, it can do its job perfectly, just don't beat it up. Treat it like a measuring caliper: take it out, use it, put it away without dropping it. The 45mm (part number: BR45P) rotary blade is wicked, although hard to get here in the U.S. Still, they *are* get-able via ebay at least, and fairly reasonable regarding price: $4-5 per blade + shipping from Japan. With this blade I cut easily through 3 sheets of cotton fabric at a time -- I imagine it could cut through more, but then I'd be concerned about the alignment of my sheet materials atop one another. I reached out to the NT Cutter for info regarding authorized retailers in the U.S. and am awaiting a reply -- will update when I get it. Using this tool is a piece of cake. Without any tools required, you set it to cut the desired radius, set the grippy, but not tacky rubber foot down in the middle of your desired circle, and apply moderate hand pressure to each grip with an open palm. The amount of force required will vary depending on what material you're cutting, but expect to apply roughly the same amount of force as you would to a stack of papers, located on a table outside, wherein you don't want the papers to blow away in the wind. I experienced no play in the tool when attempting to repeat cuts on new sheets of fabric, so worry not. Where you would find some difficulty is: If you had an exact center point in your fabric upon which you wanted to center your circle cutter on -- the foot piece is large and circular. It is not a needle point. So it cannot be placed with ease in an exact position. That's a design choice and not a flaw, and as such I have no issue there. Finally, regarding the scale, I didn't even look at it. I used the alignment marks on our self-healing mat to measure the distance between the middle of the foot to the cutting wheel, then locked the tool into that setting. Having measure marks on the tool strikes me as a wholly unnecessary addition. Note: When in use, this tool swings about in a fairly large arc (since the beam is a large, fixed length). You will need a clear table area to facilitate its use. 24" square of uncluttered tabletop would be my suggestion. Pro Tip: Clamp your fabric to the table to ensure consistent cuts. A set of 4 springy hand clamps was all that I needed in order to achieve professional results.

It takes some practice, a bit wobbly if you need a perfect precise cut. But quality build and very sharp blades.

Making face masks from a circular pattern. Had to fold material into quadrants and cut out with pie plate and rotary cutter. This device eliminates all that fuss. Every cut is precise and repeatable. Just make sure you have enough room on your cutting mat. First try sent notions flying. One of the best investments I've ever made for the sewing room.

This is a really nice circle cutter. I actually needed one that would cut smaller circles than this will, but that was my fault for not reading the details well enough. If you are needing the size circles that this accomodates, then I think you'll be happy with this product and I would recommend.

I loved using this. I could see why some would have difficulty with making perfect circles. It took some trial and error to get it right. The size markings are difficult to see. To solve this problem, I put the device on a cutting mat and used the rulers on that set the size of the circles. Some people may want to use their fingers to hold the center stabilizer. Better results were achieved when using the palm of my hand instead. Even pressure on the blade portion until the circle is complete is essential to get a perfect circle. As some others have noted, there is no way to cap the blade when in use so you need to be aware of where and how you set it down.

This tool is great for using fabric projects that need the accuracy of the ruler. It’s a valuable tool.

Didn't cut the fabric that well and is hard to keep in place.

I purchased this cutter not to cut circles but to cut circular holes! I wanted to create display boxes for 44mm silver coins encased in plastic coin capsules. It does work, but the effort is greater than the reward. I have suspended the use of this craft tool.

Very impressed, I cut bambou spandex, wool, faux fur and more, I love it. For smaller circles I still use the olfa one, but this one is the best and from far. Need a lot of space to operate though

小型スピーカーのガスケットを1mm厚の薄いフェルトシートで作りました。 よく見かける紙用の円切りカッターは持っていたので、まずそれを使って切ろうとしました。フェルトは少し厚いので一度では上手く切れません。何度もクルクル回すと中心が狂って、円は歪んで切り抜かれてしまいます。 一方、このカッターは一度ぐるりと回すと、それだけで綺麗に切り抜く事が出来ました。そのために円の中心もずれません。切断する間はずれない様に中心をしっかりと押し付けている必要がありますが、切り抜き力は抜群です。おかげで、綺麗にガスケットを作る事が出来ました。柔らかく、かつ厚みのあるフェルトシートを、こんなに綺麗に切り抜く事が出来るのは感動ものです。 なお、四隅のネジ穴は別途ポンチを使って開けています。さすがにこのカッターでは小さすぎて開けれません。ガスケットを作るにはポンチも必須です。

I found it hard to cut a full circle. I'm not sure of the trick behind it so I have sent it back. I really hope it would work but it didn't for me.

Product was very easy to use. Cut out large circle i needed without any problems. Wish i had it a long time ago.

Works great for what I need. Sharp blade. For cutting fabric or anything that can bunch up, I suggest pulling the fabric tight by holding it down with weight. Therefore when you cut a circle, the fabric will not bunch up.