Constructed of polypropylene plastic, the Solo Platform & Shim easily makes all Sizzix components thinner than a Bigz Die compatible with the Big Shot Pro Machine. Made of polycarbonate plastic, the Solo Wafer-Thin Die Adapter allows crafters the creative flexibility to use Framelits as well as other brands" thin dies in their Big Shot Pro Machine. To die-cut or emboss one layer of thin material using thinner Sizzix products (Clearlits, DecoEtch, DecoEmboss, Embosslits, Ink-its, Sizzlits, Sizzlits Decorative Strips, Simple Impressions, Texture Fades, Texture Trades and Textured Impressions), both the Solo Platform & Shim are required along with Cutting Pads. To emboss one layer of thin material using Texturz Texture Plates, both the Solo Platform & Shim are required along with an Impressions Pad and Silicone Rubber.