Silhouette Cameo 5 Alpha is a modern sheet-and-roll cutting plotter designed for precise cutting of paper, cardboard, adhesive vinyl, flex and flock films, and many other materials. Thanks to its large working area and ability to handle roll materials, it is an excellent choice for small businesses, advertising studios, creative workshops, as well as advanced hobby projects.
The device enables the creation of a wide range of personalized designs – from stickers, decorations, and invitations to promotional clothing, signage, packaging, and interior design elements.
Key features:
- Matless cutting – fast cutting of paper, cardboard, and selected materials without a cutting mat
- Improved Print & Cut registration system – print and automatic contour cutting
- Bluetooth and USB connectivity
- Electrostatic platform – precise cutting of delicate materials without a mat (requires compatible platform)
- Sketching and drawing – with pen holder attachment
- Foil stamping and embossing – expandable with dedicated tools and accessories
- Automatic tool recognition
- Quiet and fast operation – speed up to 400 mm/s
- A3 project support
- Compatibility with previous-generation Silhouette tools and mats
- Repeat last project function – ideal for batch production
Applications:
The plotter is suitable for creating:
- custom T-shirts and apparel prints (flex and flock films)
- stickers, labels, and decorations
- greeting cards and invitations
- boxes and packaging
- DIY and handmade projects
- advertising materials and signage
- wall decorations and interior design elements
Ideal for small businesses, advertising agencies, handmade studios, schools, service points, and users expecting a large working area and wide expansion possibilities.
Technical specifications:
Cutting parameters
- Maximum cutting length: 480 cm
- Maximum cutting area with mat: 30.5 × 61 cm
- Maximum cutting area without mat: 29.5 × 480 cm
- Maximum paper weight: 300 g/m
Functions & technologies
- Matless cutting: yes
- Roll cutting: yes
- Print & Cut technology: yes (printing and automatic contour cutting)
- Over Cut function: no
- Roll feeder included: no
Connectivity & control
- Bluetooth: yes
- USB: yes
- WiFi: no
- RS-232 serial port: no
- Ethernet: no
Software
- Operating systems: Windows / macOS
- Software: Silhouette Studio (free version available), Silhouette GO mobile app compatible with Android and iOS
- Compatibility: CorelDraw, Adobe Illustrator (paid option)
- Software languages: Polish / English
- AAS support: no (no automatic registration system)
- Free designs: 100 projects
- Internet connection required for updates and design downloads
Tools & automation
- Blade type: AutoBlade
- Blade adjustment: automatic and manual
- Automatic blade: yes
- Active knife simulation: no
- Curve smoothing: no
Additional features
- Scoring function: no
- Embossing: no
- Foil stamping: yes
- Paper support: yes
- Flex/flock film support: yes
- Sticker material support: yes
- Electrostatic platform: yes (sold separately)
- Intended use: hobby / small business
Dimensions & technical data
- Device dimensions: 56.6 × 17.6 × 12.4 cm
- Weight: 5.05 kg
- Power supply: mains powered
Equipment
- Cutting mat included: yes
- Stand: no (sold separately)
- Free subscription: 1 month
- Warranty: 24 months
With the ploter you can use: