Balsa wood vs basswood is cut with a Cricut Explore machine.
If you cut images or patterns smaller than recommended, it could result in inconsistent cuts or blade damage.Smaller cuts may work with some images and not others.If you decide to assume the risk, we recommend keeping an eye on your material throughout the cut.If there are small pieces that are not sticking out of the machine, stop it and remove them.
Multiple cut passes are required for thick materials.knife blade cuts will take more time than cutting thinner materials with other bladesDesign Space will tell you how long a knife blade cut will take.
Depending on the material, size, and intricacy of the image being cut, the cut duration will vary.