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Custom die-cutting services for playing cards, TCG cards, packaging, tags, tickets, and other printed products. We provide precision cutting, custom shapes, windows, perforations, tear strips, and creasing for prototype and production projects.
Die-cutting is a cutting process that uses a custom-made die to cut printed sheets, paperboard, cards, films, and other materials into a specific shape.
Unlike straight cutting, die-cutting can produce rounded corners, irregular shapes, holes, windows, perforation lines, and other custom profiles in a repeatable production process.
For card and packaging production, the die is made according to the approved artwork and dimensions. The material is then positioned and cut under controlled pressure to achieve the required shape and tolerance.
Uses a focused laser to cut, engrave, or hollow out fine details in paper, cardstock, and other materials. Suitable for intricate patterns, fine details, and complex designs that are difficult to achieve with conventional dies.
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Uses a custom-made die to cut cards, paper, and packaging into non-standard shapes. Suitable for irregular outlines, curved edges, geometric shapes, and brand-specific designs.
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Cuts and trims the outer edges of printed materials to achieve the required final size and shape. It provides clean, consistent edges for cards, packaging, tags, and other printed products.
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Creates a cut-out opening in cards, paper, or packaging to reveal the product or printed content underneath. Window shapes and sizes can be customized according to the packaging design.
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Creates perforated lines or dedicated tear strips that allow materials to be opened, separated, or torn by hand. Commonly used for packaging, tickets, cards, and other products requiring easy-open or tear-off features.
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Creates precise fold lines without cutting through the material. Creasing helps paperboard and cardstock fold cleanly and is commonly combined with die-cutting for boxes, folders, packaging, and other folded products.
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Die-cutting is suitable for standard and custom-shaped playing cards, game cards, trading cards, TCG cards, tarot cards, promotional cards, and other printed card products. Holes, perforations, windows, and other features can also be incorporated into the design.
Die-cutting is used for custom boxes, inserts, windows, hanging features, tear strips, and other packaging components. It helps maintain consistent shapes and dimensions during repeat production.
Suitable for hang tags, product tags, tickets, admission cards, coupons, certificates, and similar printed products. Custom shapes, holes, and perforation lines can be combined in the same design.
Confirm the dimensions, cutting lines, shape, holes, windows, perforations, and other specifications, then create the cutting die.
Position the printed or laminated material and cut it using the custom die. Cutting pressure and production settings are adjusted according to the material and specifications.
Check the finished products for dimensions, cutting accuracy, edge quality, alignment, and other project-specific requirements.
| Cutting Method | Process | Typical Applications | Advantages | Limitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Die-Cutting | Custom cutting die | Playing cards, TCG cards, game cards, packaging, tags | Custom shapes, consistent results, suitable for repeat production | Requires die tooling |
| Laser Cutting | Focused laser beam | Prototypes, short runs, complex shapes | No physical die, fast design changes | May have material-specific limitations |
| Standard Cutting | Straight blade cutting | Standard rectangular cards, sheets, simple packaging | Simple and cost-effective for straight cuts | Limited to simple shapes and cuts |
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Choose from industry-standard finishes to improve print protection, shuffle feel, and brand look. Each finish has its own fit for durability, gloss/texture, ink hold-out, and cost. See what works best for your deck’s paper stock, color style, and budget—then lock it in with confidence.
Die-cutting is a manufacturing process that uses a shaped cutting die to cut cards, paper, cardstock, packaging, and other materials into specific shapes and dimensions.
Custom die-cutting uses a specially made die to produce non-standard shapes, holes, windows, perforations, and other custom features.
Yes. Die-cutting can be used for playing cards, TCG cards, trading cards, game cards, tarot cards, and other printed card products.
Yes. Custom-shaped cards can be produced according to an approved die-line, including irregular, geometric, curved, and brand-specific shapes.
Common materials include paper, cardstock, laminated card stock, films, and packaging board. The suitable material depends on the product specifications.
Yes. Holes, slots, windows, perforations, and tear lines can be incorporated into the die design according to the product requirements.
We normally need the finished dimensions, cutting outline or die-line, material specification, bleed, and details of any special cutting features.
Die-cutting uses a physical cutting die and is suitable for repeat production, while laser cutting does not require a physical die and can be useful for prototypes and short runs.
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