Created on 04.09

What is Kiss Cutting and Through Cutting?

Kiss cutting and through cutting are common techniques used in label, adhesive, and flexible material converting. The main difference lies in cutting depth.

1. Kiss Cutting

Kiss cutting means cutting only the top layer without cutting through the liner.

Features:

cuts face material only
liner remains intact
easy product removal
requires high precision

Applications:

self-adhesive labels
protective films
adhesive tapes
medical patches

2. Through Cutting

Through cutting cuts completely through all layers including the liner.

Features:

full separation
higher cutting pressure
requires durable tooling

Applications:

single label
sheet materials
gaskets
industrial parts

3. Key Differences

Item	Kiss Cutting	Through Cutting
depth	partial	full
liner	intact	cut
pressure	lower	higher
precision	very high	high

4. How to Achieve Stable Results

use precision die cutting tools
control cutting pressure
maintain material thickness consistency
inspect blade wear
ensure stable tension

Kiss cutting is ideal for adhesive materials with liners, while through cutting is used for full separation. Proper tooling and setup improve quality and efficiency.