Duplicator Machine 5 Types Copy Cutter Cutting Machine 110V (Automatic)

I'd seen a lot of people talk about how much work they had to do these machines to make them reliable. Out of the box it worked pretty well. The only adjustment I had to make was to the wedge that the original key rides on. I moved it back by maybe 1/16th of an inch. After that this thing made perfect keys. I've used it to copy Kwikset style keys for my home and work, and to copy keys for my F150. Cutting two truck keys covered the cost of the machine - since the old hardware store closed no one will cut keys for my vehicle now, other than a local dealer wanting $150 a key.One complaint, but I won't knock a star for it. I ordered the 120w version. Comparing prices to other sellers on Amazon, I think the seller mixed up pricing between the 100w and 120w versions. I ended up receiving a 100w version despite this. I decided not to sweat it, I'm not sure how an extra 20 watts would make a difference. The wheel cuts the keys just fine, and the automatic movement on the slide has no issues either. I'd say that the 100w version is probably the sweet spot if you're getting one of these to save money rather than use it as an investment for business purposes.

I bought this so that my dad could make copies of house keys for his rental properties. He is an experienced key cutter. He has used much more industrial ones at his previous employment that are not shaped/designed like this one. However, he wanted an inexpensive one for himself so he could save money by cutting keys with his own blanks. We were a tad bit weary and skeptical of this item based on previous comments but we were optimistic and purchased the 110 W.It came well packaged with just one tool, an allen wrench (that I never used), and an instructional manual. I included pics for reference.Here's the thing... We never even powered it on to use it! Here are the issues we came across:1) Instruction manual (in English) was provided but not only did it have countless spelling/grammatical errors, but the explanations and descriptions were impossible to follow. English is my first language. I went to an Ivy-League institution. I can read complex things but this, my friend, was oddly written. It's clear they didn't even bother using spell check. This must be a joke! I tried guessing what words they "meant" to say and I still struggled to comprehend. The labels on the diagram are atrocious. "8. Knife-rest?" It's not pointing to anything on the diagram! If the images were in color and better, it would've definitely helped.2) There's a metal piece that serves as an alignment indicator. Using this piece, it's clearly obvious that the keys are not aligned well. When I lifted this alignment lever, you'll see that it hits the shoulder of the blank key but doesn't come anywhere near the shoulder of the original key (see pics with yellow squares). The latter is just up in the air.3) When the original key and the blank key are in their respective "base" locations, it's clearly obvious that the milling cutter will not reach the blank to cut it. Look at the pictures to see the spacing (see pic with red boxes/arrow). You can see how the guide needle is hitting the original key and yet the blank key is so far from the milling cutter. No wonder a comment said s/he had to adjust parts for better alignment.4) No videos are posted on how to operate this equipment. I looked at youtube and didn't find any for this 110 W equipment. A reviewer stated that someone sent them a video of how to use it AFTER they complained that the equipment wasn't working properly. Why then??5) All the pictures in the description are of the 120 W equipment. You would think because they are also selling a 110 W version that has a different body they would have posted detailed photos of every part/component too but NOPE.6) Thanks to #5, we weren't aware that the 110 W version doesn't come with a nylon brush to clean up the key. Granted, we were never able to even try to make a key but I just wanted to bring this point up.Overall: There is literally no way to move the fixtures to get them closer to the center of stage (so that the blank can reach the milling blade). My dad said the item should be ready to use as-is. We shouldn't have to manipulate the equipment and make permanent adjustments to get it to be properly assembled. It should be assembled well from the jump.I have NO idea if this is a defective item.. Maybe we got a used one. Or maybe this is the same kind everyone else has been "adjusting." I don't know.

I was a little skeptical after checking this out, but I went aheah and took a chance on it. I'm very happy that I did! The initial set up was very easy and I was successful with my first key. It's probably not the unit for someone who will be making a large volume of keys, but for someone like me (a property manager) it is perfect, and a great value.

If I am not very careful when performing any deeper cuts on key blanks, the motor will stop as it is very low horsepower. Additionally, the wheel for cleaning up the keys cut edges has damaged keys made with softer metal so I now test it on a test key to see if it's safe to use with any new blanks I cut.The good side of this tool is it is very affordable and will cut any key blank I need. I have cut multiple car keys and several KW1, a few SC1's, and others.

Worked flawlessly out of the box with minor adjustments. As for the nay Sayers about the machines quality. I am sure they are having a learning curve to overcome. If you are a mechanically inclined, this machine is not going to be hard to master in the first few minutes of overviewing its layout. There are youtube videos about these units which will give you an understanding of its functions. Good luck and by all means take this view as solid proof the unit is good.

The machine didn’t have very clear instructions. It required tweaking to get it to work. It went through several blanks before getting it dialed in. The vender will answer emails and send links to videos but they were reluctant to do a return.

For the price, it works great! I cut a couple Ford keys for a 67 mustang as practice. Having never cut a key on my life and only knowing the concept the first key was a little off (it was a double sided key) but it worked fine. The second key was perfect. I then cut 2 keys for a 2013 f150 and the big key fob style keys fit just fine. The carrier moves on it's own and it runs smooth. I use a power strip so you can shut it off fast if something were to go wrong. Once you start the cycle it goes all the way thru. My only regret is I would have paid more for the model with the de burring brush now that I see how well it works. Very happy I bought this!

The blade gor dull after 5-10 keysIf I make 10 keys from any stire that could cost me max $20 and this machine cost me for $175 with same output.Need some solution