November 12, 2007 - Model FO4020NT 6,000 W laser features shuttle tables, automatic focal and assist gas control, and automatic nozzle changing device. Offering 3,150 ipm max X- and Y-axis speed and 2,362 ipm max Z-axis speed, system supports sheet sizes up to 80.7 x 160 in. with positioning accuracy of 0.0004 in./20 in. It includes X-axis dual drive rack and pinion gantry and Water Assisted Cutting System (WACS(TM)) with adjustable water mist to absorb heat generated by cutting process.

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FO4020NT 6 kw Laser - An Ideal Solution for Thicker Material

The FO4020NT 6000 watt laser is designed for manufacturer's who want to process something other than just sheet metal. An ideal solution for thicker material (generally up to 1.25" mild steel and .750"
stainless steel) the 6000 watt FO can provide exceptional edge quality and faster processing times than other laser systems or alternative processing methods. The FO4020NT has a table capacity of 78" x 160". Some of the key features include shuttle tables, automatic focal and assist gas control, and the automatic nozzle changing device. The FO4020NT is also available with the 4000 watt resonator.

FO 4020NT Standard Features

The FO 4020NT is designed and engineered to reliably and economically cut all types of material in a full range of thicknesses.

-Maximize utilization with minimal setup between jobs
-High speed processing of thin and thick materials
-Operator-friendly Windows based network compatible control
-X-Axis "dual drive" rack & pinion gantry for precise location at the fastest speed
-High-speed pallet shuttle
-Cast iron frame for superior stability
-Water Assisted Cutting System (WACS(TM)) uses an adjustable water mist to absorb heat generated by the cutting process
-6' x 13' maximum sheet size
-3150 IPM maximum X- and Y-axis speed (4454 IPM max. at 45° vector)
-2362 IPM maximum Z-axis speed
-Fanuc 160iL 32-bit control
-4000 watt or 6000 watt CW laser sources utilizing the latest technology to improve optic life.

Technical Specifications

MOTION PACKAGE
Travel Method Stationary table, X, Y and Z-axis movement for cutting head

Control Method X, Y and Z simultaneous 3 axis control

Drive Motors Fanuc AC servo motors

Maximum Sheet Size 80" (Y) x 160" (X)

Maximum Axis Travel 80.7" (Y) x 174" (X) x 7.8" (Z)

Maximum Axis Positioning Speed 3,150 inches per minute (80m/min) per axis (4,554 inches per minute 45o vector.)

Maximum Speed Z-Axis 2,362 inches per minute

Positioning Accuracy 0.0004"/20"

Maximum Material Weight 3,454 lbs.

Assist Gas 4 ports with NC pressure Control

Machine Footprint 483" x 124"

Machine Weight 12 Metric Tons

Electrical Requirements 208V, 3 Phase, 60Hz, 10KVA

CNC CONTROLLER
Model AMNC-F

Display LCD Color Graphics Display

Control Function X, Y, Z-Axis Simultaneous and Focus Lens B-axis, Adaptive Optic and Laser Power control (CW, Gated Pulse, Pierce Routines etc.).

Data Input Method Touch screen, Keyboard, Ethernet, Wireless, CD, USB, 3½" Floppy disk

Minimum Command Unit 0.0001" (X, Y, Z)

Minimum Travel Unit 0.0001" (X, Y, Z)

Standard Memory 2 mb

Hard Drive 10 gb

Operating Modes Automatic and Manual

Display Modes: Program Contents, Position Information, Program Check, Settings, Parameters, Beam Diameter Compensation, Assist Gas Status, Self Diagnostics

Interlock Displays: Cooling Water Status, Gas Pressure Status, Vacuum Status, Turbo Blower Malfunction, Shutter Status, Beam Power, Resonator Discharge, Door Open, WACS.

Company Information:
Name: Amada America, Inc.
Address: 7025 Firestone Blvd.
City: Buena Park
State: CA
ZIP: 90621
Country: USA
Phone: 714-739-2111
FAX: 714-670-8020
http://www.amada.com

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Laser System cuts up to 1.25 in. thick steel/.750 in. SS.

FO4020NT 6 kw Laser - An Ideal Solution for Thicker Material

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