Cutting Machines with Printer – Discover the xTool C1

Cutting Machines with Printer – Discover the xTool C1

xTool C1 Color Cutter – Scan, Print in Full Color and Cut with One Smart Machine

The xTool C1 Color Cutter combines a cutting machine, full-color printer and scanner in one compact desktop system. Create personalized stickers, labels, apparel transfers, greeting cards, vinyl decals and a wide range of creative products.

Traditional cutting machines often require a separate printer for colorful designs. The xTool C1 features a built-in CMYK inkjet printer, allowing you to print your artwork and then cut it precisely using the same machine.

Its integrated CIS scanner detects material position and helps accurately align your designs. This eliminates the need for traditional registration marks in the integrated Print & Cut workflow.

The xTool C1 is suitable for creative businesses, hobbyists, schools, small companies and makers looking to produce stickers, apparel decorations and personalized products.

What Is the xTool C1 Color Cutter?

The xTool C1 is a versatile digital cutting machine that combines several creative processes.

Supported functions include:

• Scanning: recognize materials and accurately position designs.

• Full-color printing: produce colorful designs with the integrated CMYK inkjet printer.

• Cutting: cut paper, vinyl, cardboard and other compatible materials with interchangeable blades.

• Scoring: create fold lines for cards, packaging and paper constructions.

• Drawing: write and illustrate using compatible pens.

• Foil effects: create decorative foil accents and embossed designs using optional tools.

This allows you to combine multiple creative techniques without needing a separate machine for every process.

Full-Color Printing and Cutting in One Workflow

One of the C1's main advantages is its ability to combine full-color printing with precise contour cutting.

The integrated inkjet printer uses four colors: cyan, magenta, yellow and black (CMYK).

This enables full-color images, logos, illustrations, patterns and text to be printed on compatible materials.

The machine then cuts the desired shapes using the appropriate blade.

Typical applications include:

• Personalized stickers

• Product labels and packaging stickers

• Decorative sticker sheets

• Custom greeting cards

• Colorful paper decorations

• Labels for small businesses

• Apparel designs using compatible transfer materials

There is no need to print the design on a separate machine and manually transfer it to a cutting plotter.

Built-In Scanner for Accurate Positioning

The xTool C1 features an integrated CIS scanner (Contact Image Sensor).

This scanner recognizes the position and shape of your material and displays a preview of the working area in the software.

You can position designs visually before printing or cutting.

It can also scan existing drawings and shapes for further digital processing or cutting.

The scanner supports:

• Live material preview

• Accurate design positioning

• Contour recognition

• Recognition of compatible xTool materials

• Automatic application of available material settings

• More efficient use of smaller material scraps

Because the integrated Print & Cut workflow does not require traditional registration marks, more of the material area remains available for designs.

According to xTool, Print & Cut accuracy is within 0.35 mm under its specified testing conditions.

Make Stickers with the xTool C1

The xTool C1 is particularly suitable for designing and producing custom stickers.

You can print full-color designs on compatible sticker materials and cut them precisely along the intended contours.

The machine supports different cutting methods.

Kiss Cut – Stickers on a Sheet

With Kiss Cut, the blade cuts through the sticker layer while leaving the backing paper intact.

The stickers remain together on the sheet and can be peeled away when needed.

This method is ideal for planner stickers, sticker collections, labels and decorative graphics.

Die Cut – Individual Stickers

With Die Cut, the machine cuts through both the sticker material and its backing.

This produces individual stickers in the desired shapes.

Die Cut is useful for promotional stickers, product decorations and customized designs.

The appropriate cutting method depends on the finished product and the selected material.

Vinyl Cutting and Custom Decals

In addition to printing stickers, the xTool C1 works as a conventional cutting plotter.

Using a suitable blade, you can cut self-adhesive vinyl, heat transfer vinyl (HTV) and other compatible materials.

Applications include:

• Window decals and decorations

• Personalized lettering

• Logos made from colored vinyl

• Decorations for compatible hard surfaces

• HTV apparel transfers

• Labels and markings

During vinyl cutting, the machine cuts the design into the selected material. Excess vinyl is removed before applying the design using suitable transfer materials.

The C1 can also recognize and process different colored materials within compatible workflows.

Personalized Apparel with HTV and Transfer Paper

The xTool C1 is also useful for creating customized clothing.

With compatible materials, designs can be printed or cut and then applied to fabrics using a heat press.

Typical applications include:

• Custom T-shirts

• Hoodies and sweatshirts

• Tote bags

• Sportswear

• Workwear

• Garments with names, logos and illustrations

For vinyl decorations, heat transfer vinyl is a practical option.

For full-color designs, compatible printable transfer materials can be used with the C1's inkjet printer.

A suitable heat press is needed to apply the transfer to the garment.

Explore our Heat Presses to complete your apparel customization setup.

Important: the xTool C1 is not a DTF printer. It uses inkjet printing and blade cutting rather than the DTF process involving specialized textile inks, adhesive powder and curing equipment.

For a dedicated DTF production workflow, explore our DTF Printers.

Paper Crafts, Cardboard and Custom Packaging

The xTool C1 offers a wide range of possibilities for paper and cardboard projects.

With suitable accessories, you can create:

• Greeting cards

• Invitations

• Gift packaging

• Paper decorations

• Three-dimensional paper models

• Product labels

• Scored fold lines

The combination of printing, cutting and scoring is particularly useful for packaging and creative paper products.

For example, you can print a box design in color, cut its outline and create the fold lines needed for assembly.

Different Blades for Different Materials

The xTool C1 supports several interchangeable cutting tools. The appropriate tool depends on the material and intended operation.

With the appropriate cutting tool, the C1 can process certain materials up to approximately 3 mm thick, according to xTool.

Actual cutting capacity depends on material properties, blade type and the chosen processing setup.

Always check which tools are included with your selected C1 configuration. Not every blade or accessory is supplied as standard.

Cutting Mats, Electrostatic Mat and Roll Holder

Different accessories are available for processing a wider range of materials.

Cutting Mats

The xTool C1 supports different cutting mats designed for specific material types.

• LightGrip: for paper, vinyl and lightweight materials.

• FabricGrip: for textiles and fabrics.

• StrongGrip: for thicker and more rigid materials.

Mats are available in standard and extended sizes.

Electrostatic Mat

The optional Electrostatic Mat uses electrostatic attraction to secure lightweight materials such as paper.

This allows certain materials to be processed without a traditional adhesive cutting mat.

When the electrostatic mat is switched off, the holding force disappears, allowing easy material removal.

Roll Holder

The optional Roll Holder supports compatible roll materials.

It is useful for longer designs and repeating patterns.

Processing options are more limited when using roll materials without a cutting mat. Always check which blades and functions are supported.

Design with xTool Studio and Atomm

The xTool C1 works with xTool Studio and the Atomm creative platform.

With xTool Studio, you can prepare artwork, configure printing and cutting operations and control the machine.

Atomm offers additional creative features, including design templates and AI-assisted tools.

Examples include:

• Creating stickers

• Converting images into cut-ready designs

• Removing image backgrounds

• Generating text and illustrations

• Using templates for cards and packaging

• Preparing creative projects

Some AI functions or premium content may require a paid subscription or credits. A paid Atomm subscription is not automatically required for everyday machine operation.

xTool C1 vs. xTool M2: What's the Difference?

Both the xTool C1 and xTool M2 combine printing with cutting capabilities, but they use different technologies.

The xTool C1 is especially interesting for stickers, vinyl, apparel transfers, cards and creative paper projects.

The xTool M2 is more suitable when you primarily want to laser cut and engrave wood, dark acrylic and other compatible materials.

Explore the xTool M Series if you are looking for a laser cutting and engraving machine.

Key Specifications

Actual capabilities depend on the material, blade, cutting mat and processing mode.

Who Is the xTool C1 Color Cutter For?

The xTool C1 is suitable for hobbyists, creative entrepreneurs, schools, small businesses and makers who want to personalize different products.

If you regularly create stickers, labels, greeting cards, packaging, vinyl decals or apparel transfers, combining scanning, printing and cutting can simplify your workflow.

You do not need to invest in several separate machines to start producing detailed, colorful designs.

With interchangeable tools and optional accessories, you can expand your creative capabilities over time.

Buy the xTool C1 Color Cutter at FilRight

Looking to buy an xTool C1 Color Cutter for your creative projects, online store or business?

At FilRight, we help you select the right machine, materials and accessories.

We can explain the differences between the C1 and M2, the available cutting blades, compatible printing materials and how to customize clothing using a heat press.

We also offer advice on creating stickers, labels and personalized products.

Visit our showroom in IJsselstein or schedule a consultation.

We are happy to help you choose the right xTool machine for your creative projects.