What thickness corresponds to each setting on my pasta machine?

Thickness may vary depending on the brand, but here’s a reference based on the most popular models.

Are these measurements exact?

Not always. Each model and brand may have slight differences. As you’ll see in the table, some machines have an inverse numbering system for thickness settings.

IMPORTANT

The measurements published in the tables are those provided by manufacturers for edible pasta, but polymer clay has a different resistance. Its behavior when passing through the machine may result in variations in actual thickness.

For a precise measurement, we recommend using a caliper to measure a clay sheet after cutting, baking, and rolling it through each setting. We have tested this ourselves using the Ampiamotor model from Marcato, obtaining real results that can be used as a reference. Keep in mind that clay slightly shrinks when baked due to moisture loss.

Additionally, embossing cutters compress and shift the clay, which may create areas with increased thickness. The best approach is to experiment and find the volume relationship that best suits your final design.

These are the values published by the manufacturers.

Setting Marcato (Ampiamotor, Atlas 150, etc.) Imperia Sculpey Standard budget-friendly machine
0 4.8 mm – 3.9 mm 4.8 mm
1 3.7 mm 0.6 mm 3.2 mm 3.8mm
2 3.1 mm 1.2 mm 2.8 mm 3.3 mm
3 2.4 mm 1.8 mm 2.3 mm 2.5mm
4 1.8 mm 2.4 mm 1.9 mm 1.9 mm
5 1.5 mm 3 mm 1.5 mm 1.5 mm
6 1.2 mm 4 mm 1.2 mm 1.2 mm
7 1 mm – 1 mm 1 mm
8 0.8 mm – 0.8 mm 0.8 mm
9 0.6 mm – 0.6 mm –

<< Scroll the table to see all the values.

This is the result of our experience using the Marcato Ampiamotor model.

After conditioning, cutting, and baking each piece.

Setting Marcato  Ampiamotor
0 3.20 mm
1 2.90 mm
2 2.60 mm
3 1.95 mm
4 1.75 mm
5 1.40 mm
6 1.15 mm
7 0.80 mm
8 0.75 mm
9 0.70 mm