How Do I Know Which Silhouette Cameo I Have?

The Silhouette Cameo is a cutting machine that has been around since 2011. It is used for cutting paper, vinyl, fabric, and other materials for a variety of crafts and projects. Since its introduction, there have been several versions released with varying features. Knowing which version of the Cameo you have can be helpful when selecting compatible materials and accessories.

Identifying Your Version of the Cameo

The easiest way to identify which version of the Cameo you have is to look at the serial number on the back of your machine. The serial number will start with either “SIL” or “CAM” followed by a series of numbers and letters. The first letter after the “SIL” or “CAM” will indicate which version of the machine you have.

  • SIL – indicates a 1st Generation Silhouette Cameo.
  • CA – indicates a 2nd Generation Silhouette Cameo.
  • CAMEO – indicates a 3rd Generation Silhouette Cameo.

If your serial number starts with one of these combinations, you can be sure that you have one of these versions.

Comparing Models & Features

After identifying which version of the Cameo you have, it is important to compare models and features. As each version has different capabilities, it may be necessary to upgrade software or purchase additional accessories in order to take full advantage of what your machine can do.

Here are some general differences between the 1st, 2nd and 3rd generations:

  • 1st Generation –
  • only supports up to 8 inches wide materials.
  • requires additional software for use with fonts and images.
  • 2nd Generation –
  • supports up to 12 inches wide materials.
  • comes with an updated version of Silhouette Studio software that supports fonts and images without additional software.
  • 3rd Generation –
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The easiest way to identify which version of the Silhouette Cameo you have is by looking at the serial number located on the back of your machine. The first letter following either “SIL” or “CAM” indicates which generation your model belongs to (1st, 2nd or 3rd). After identifying which version you have it is important to compare models and features in order to take full advantage when selecting compatible materials and accessories for your project.