Industrial 4-axis hot-wire foam cutting machine with 0.3 mm wire and ±1 mm accuracy
Turn-key CNC system prepared for multiwire harp
Two model options available: Model 221 (compact footprint) and Model 321 (extended footprint)
Model Options
Model 221 (Compact Footprint)
Cutting dimensions: 2050 mm L x 1255 mm W (wire length) x 2000 mm H
Overall machine footprint: 2980 mm L x 2100 mm W x 2670 mm H
Model 321 (Extended Footprint)
Cutting dimensions: 3050 mm L x 1255 mm W (wire length) x 2000 mm H
Overall machine footprint: 3980 mm L x 2100 mm W x 2670 mm H
Full Machine Description and Technical Details
Designed for flexible, customized, and industrial foam cutting solutions
Operates on a true 4-axis system to execute complex geometric cuts
Drive system and stability: driven by 6 powerful stepper motors riding on 6 heavy-duty linear guide rails (100 mm width)
Cutting precision: delivers a highly stable cutting accuracy of ±1 mm with an exceptional mechanical resolution of 0.1 mm
Industrial hot wire: utilizes a professional-grade Ø 0.3 mm nickel/chrome hot wire that has been an industrial standard since 1984
Repeatability: the repeatability tolerance of the cutting wire is ±0.05 mm
Wire longevity: the wire is produced specifically for professional and industrial volume, delivering in excess of 3 to 4 months of continuous, non-stop cutting through hundreds of heating and cooling cycles without breakage or wire failure
Total electrical draw (connection required): 600 watts
Warranty: includes a comprehensive 5-year warranty
Production Capacity and Yield
Standard single-wire output: based on the final geometric position of your specific panel inserts, each cut with 1 wire yields 6 pieces per 2-minute cycle
Annual yield: utilizing this standard single-wire setup for continuous production provides an annual capacity of 80,000 to 100,000 pieces
Integrated Fume Extraction System
Custom enclosure: built using cellular/twin-wall polycarbonate panels for safe and efficient fume-collecting around the machine
Integrated power supply: the power supply for the exhaust system is integrated directly into the electronic cabinet of the machine to save external floor space
Custom sizing: we will measure the top of the specific machine model you select and your facility's exact ceiling height to finalize the dimensions of the extractor system prior to production
Standard Included Features (Turn-Key Package)
Computer and electronic housing: an ergonomic industrial cabinet that houses the electronics and includes a dedicated compartment for the computer; the computer comes included with 2D/3D CAD/CAM drawing and cutting software pre-installed and ready to use
Digital remote control: a heavy-duty remote pendant featuring a 7" screen containing every feature of the cutting software; allows manual control of speed settings (slow/fast), turntable driving (in both directions), starting, pausing, or stopping the cut, and bringing your wire to definite positions stored in the machine
Wire extension system: allows the wire to mechanically extend up to 800 mm during operation, offering the ability to cut extreme angles over 45° and to make technical parts with higher accuracy
Speed variator (speed adjustment): a very convenient feature to adapt the cutting speed according to the foam density you are working with; enables the operator to adjust the initial movement speed of the wire by +/- 50% on-the-fly during the cutting process
Detection of wire breakage: if the wire breaks during a cut, the software detects the defect instantly and automatically pauses the machine, allowing you to either change the wire or bring it back to its starting position without ruining the raw block of foam
Optional Add-Ons (For Mass Production and Expansion)
Multiwire harp system: up to 20 cutting wires can be strung at once; this option exponentially increases and multiplies cutting productivity, drastically reducing your production costs; you are free to install or remove the wires based on your batch needs; note that vertical movement is reduced by 1320 mm when using the multiwire harp; wires can be positioned every 1 mm, with a minimum distance of 15 mm between wires
Automatic turntable: a Ø 900 mm (up to 1150 mm) automated table that allows you to produce 3D objects easily with an adjustable rotating speed from 0.1 to 1.5 rpm; a heavy-duty option up to 1500 mm with a pneumatical system is also available
Horizontal lathe: the ideal rotary tool for machining all types of columns or oversized cylindrical objects
Light barriers: for personnel security, opto-electronic light barriers automatically stop the machine when an operator steps too close to the active working area
Multiradius software: automatically generates arches from standard 2D profiles; ideal to easily create parts made of variable radii, especially in the building industry (e.g., arches, reservations, concrete molds)
Production Timeline and Next Steps
Estimated lead time: due to custom manufacturing and current global transportation conditions, the estimated lead time is 25 to 27 weeks (we are working on a much shorter time to manufacture the machine); it is possible to shorten this timeframe once the order is confirmed and all technical requirements are clarified
Installation and training: 1 day of machine installation and 1 day of hands-on training on-site at your facility is available
Next steps: please let us know if the compact footprint for the Model 221 works for your layout, or if you have the space to accommodate the extended Model 321; once you confirm the size that best fits your floor, we can provide the exact pricing and finalize this customized option
European manufacturer: guaranteed European quality
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