LOGAN 301-1 Compact Classic Mat Cutter

A video demonstration of the LOGAN 301-1 Compact Classic mat cutter.

[@toomanyjstoomanyrs1705]

Bought this at a yard sale. Figured some day I might use it. Today is the day.

[@sherrilltaylor1801]

I just purchased the Logan Matt Cutter 301-1. After watching your video I can’t wait to use it. Thanks for your great instructions 😊

[@davidfriedman3962]

I recently purchased one, fantastic product and outstanding customer service!

[@ThePobolycwm]

Cool, just ordered a 301-1 and i have been dreading cutting my own

[@LoganGraphic]

I hope you enjoy it, the tool will work well for you. Feel free to contact us with any questions and remember we have a free border calculator on our website that might be helpful. Thanks.

[@hwmcgill3542]

Thank you so much! That is a great video, love the close ups!

[@LoganGraphic]

You are very welcome, thank you.

[@RawFitChris]

and... Thanks especially for your convenient online mat border calculator!

[@TURTLEORIGINAL]

Great tutorial video! Thank you, I'll be buying this one! Good day to you!

[@LoganGraphic]

Hi there. You are very welcome. Enjoy your mat cutter and feel free to contact us with any questions.

[@mjh5437]

I have a very old mountcutter,about 40-50 years old, (with a wooden base board) which allows the user much more control of the precise length of the cut,because the blade is pulled towards the body rather than away from it,and thus the palm of the hand can then be lowered down against the slip mat to act as a brake.

[@LoganGraphic]

Hi, We also make many model mat cutters that are pivot and pull style as opposed to how the Compact series works. If you have any questions on our mat cutters or want to send us a photo of what you have to possibly identify the mfg. please call us at 800-331-6232. Thanks.

[@gabe2252]

Just cut my first mat! It was really easy and fun.

[@lupuscinus]

Was searching for the knife pass on Mount Logan, can't say I was dissapointed..

[@ramiterreinnovations8359]

Can this be used by left handed?

[@deancommissioning]

Yes but have it set up the mirror image of how the guy in the video has, and drag it towards you rather than pushing, hold the guide rail down with your right hand (this is what it says in my manual anyway!)

[@MrKengah]

You sold me. I just ordered one !

[@LoganGraphic]

We hope you enjoy it and feel free to contact us with any questions.

[@jopitt609]

Just ordered one ! What does the slip sheet do ? Does it come with the cutter ?

[@davidhughes7964]

I bought one of these. Very easy to use but I found when cutting a window that the sliding guide was not 100% parallel with the cut line, probably only out by 1-2 mm but very annoying as the window was not exactly square to the mount.

[@LoganGraphic]

Hello, A mat guide that's not parallel would result in borders that taper from one end to the other. Can you measure the borders and see if the are the same thickness from top to bottom or are they tapering? The mat guide can be quickly re-paralleled if necessary as seen on page 5 of the instruction manual. Please contact us if you have any questions at [e-mail]

[@davidhughes7964]

@@LoganGraphic Yes, it does taper, thanks for the advice I will try it.

[@LoganGraphic]

@@davidhughes7964 If you have any questions on the process, please contact us.

[@angframervlogger3499]

Thank yuo. On sharing.

[@suzannerowlanddavis4879]

Do you have pull cutter for the 301 com pact mat cutter. I have better control at pull than push.

[@LoganGraphic]

Hello, The mat cutters that are above the Compact series all use pivot and pull style bevels cutters instead of push style like with the Compact series. You could however use a #702 pull style bevel cutter on a Compact mat cutter. This is a replacement part that could be ordered directly from Logan. Please call us for more details. 800-331-6232. Thanks.

[@user-hd8bp3cm5g]

I can't get the ruler to fit down into the groove so that I get a tight fit. What am I doing wrong?

[@LoganGraphic]

HI John Thank you for choosing Logan for your mat cutting needs. Please give us a call and we can trouble shoot for you. 847-526-5515

[@harleyjune1233]

bevel is inward....how do you use this to see the bevel after mounting? seems we need to have different marks on coor side and protection as we push cutter?

[@LoganGraphic]

Hello, We always design our mat cutters to cut from the back of the mat board. This avoids having to make marks on the color side and having tools sliding over the color surface that might leave streaks or marks. First you measure and mark the border lines on the back of the mat board. Always use scrap mat board under the mat you are cutting when bevel cutting. Then using the mat guide, insert the board color side down and cut from line to line. The window then drops out from the front and the bevel cut is on the color side of the mat board. If you have more questions, please call us at 800-331-6232. Thanks.

[@harleyjune1233]

omg - duh moment - i have to cut to the outside....or push the cutter on the picture or cutout...got it...should have been obvious and now it is..

[@LoganGraphic]

@@harleyjune1233 Glad to hear this. If you have any other questions, please let us know.

[@TJFNixon]

Can this be used to score to snap Styrene sheets? Thanks.

[@LoganGraphic]

Hello. The bevel and straight cutter both use razor blades which I believe could score Styrene. But the tool is not specifically made for this purpose so I am not sure how practical it would be. You could have a look at our 709-1 Acrylic Plastic Cutter which is a scoring tool used to scribe plexi acrylic and then snap it. That can be used along a suitable straight edge or any of our board mounted mat cutters.

[@TJFNixon]

@@LoganGraphic OK thanks

[@ellengeyer5000]

How thick does the slip sheet need to be?

[@LoganGraphic]

Hello. The slip sheet is just scrap mat board. Like a piece of standard 4 ply buffered acid free mat board. You must use a slip sheet when bevel cutting but remove it when straight cutting. Only use mat board as a slip sheet and nothing else. Save your scraps and window drop outs as they can sometimes be used as a slip sheet. Eventually the slip sheet becomes worn and you will need to move it around, flip it over, turn it the other way etc. until you need to replace it. Thanks.

[@millybops113]

Hi, could you use a self healing mat as a slip sheet instead of some scrap mat board please? Thanks🙏

[@LoganGraphic]

No that is not recommended. A self healing cutting mat is a dense rubber and will dull the blade and even break the tip. Best to use scrap mat board as a slip sheet and move it around, flip it over and eventually change it. Thanks.

[@TJFNixon]

I see its 810mm. What's the longest opening you can cut?

[@LoganGraphic]

Hello. The full capacity or largest size mat board you can get between the hinges on the Compact series is 32" or 810mm. The opening has to be somewhat smaller than that to account for the border widths at either end. The smallest border you can set the mat guide to is roughly 3/4" or 11.5 mm. Which would create an opening of roughly 30 1/2" or 774.7 mm. We also have mat cutters that accept up to 40", 48" and 60" sizes if you need something larger. Thanks.

[@TJFNixon]

@@LoganGraphic OK thanks.

[@eddymoney4271]

Does this product work for cutting foam board? Thank you.

[@LoganGraphic]

Yes, the #500 mat knife that comes with it will straight cut up to 3/16" (5 mm) foam board.

[@RubinGnoni]

How long does a slip sheet last?

[@LoganGraphic]

It depends on how often you cut mats and how long the cuts are. The blade depth should be set to only score into the surface of the slip sheet. After the slip sheet becomes worn over the area you are cutting, turn it the other way around or flip it over until its completely used up. Then replace with more scrap mat board.

[@sandradelzell1890]

My Logan 301 is many years old. There is slippage of both pieces of matt when I attempt to cut. Is there a remedy or should I replace it? Thank you Sandra Delzell

[@hankwhitley222]

Sandra Delzell use a slip mat...I think a scrap piece of mat is all you need...shows this in this video.

[@LoganGraphic]

Hello Sandra, You must use a slip sheet under the mat you are cutting made from standard scrap mat board. You must gradually move it around as it gets used up or flip it over until it needs to be replaced. You can use masking tape to help hold the slip sheet in place. Also make sure you are applying pressure to the guide rail while cutting to prevent the slip sheet and mat from sliding. Make sure you are standing at the end of the mat cutter to push the bevel cutter away from you.

[@sandradelzell1890]

I have always had a slip sheet underneath. I have successfully cut matts for a long time then it stopped working. I do all the other motions you mentioned. It is no longer stable.

[@LoganGraphic]

With this machine, you need to stand so you are pushing the bevel cutter away from you with your right hand and putting pressure down on the guide rail with your left hand. Make sure your blade depth is set jsut to score the surface of the slip sheet.

[@garyortolano7374]

Then...buy a new one.Problem solved.

[@davep3171]

where can i buy one of these?

[@LoganGraphic]

Hi, please use the "where to buy" dealer search on our website www.logangraphic.com. Or call us for help finding a dealer 847-526-5515. Thanks.

[@brainwashingdetergent4322]

TAKE MY MONEY!!!

[@hadrosaurus]

can i cut an 8 ply mat with this?