The AKS Cutting Systems tru-kut is an industrial-grade Fiber Laser Cutting Machines powered by the Hypertherm Edge Connect CNC controller. a top spindle speed of 0 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
AKS tru-kut: unitized CNC plasma table in 5 ft x 10 ft and 6 ft x 12 ft, 3 in (76 mm) max cut depth, 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) travel speed.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | AKS Cutting Systems (International) |
| Machine Type | Fiber Laser Cutting Machines |
| CNC Controller System | Hypertherm Edge Connect CNC controller |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| Spindle Taper Interface | Standard |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| Motion Accuracy | +/- 0.004 in per 3 ft of motion (+/- 0.10 mm per 914 mm) |
| Rapid Traverse | 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) maximum travel speed |
| Max Cut Depth | 3 in (76 mm) |
| Max Cut Width | 5 or 6 ft (1.52 or 1.83 m) |
| Max Cut Length | 10 or 12 ft (3.05 or 3.66 m) |
| Table Sizes | 5 ft x 10 ft and 6 ft x 12 ft |
| Table Plate Capacity | 2 in (51 mm) thick full plate load capacity |
| CNC Control | Hypertherm Edge Connect CNC controller |
| Operator Screen | 19 in (483 mm) color touch screen console |
| Software | Hypertherm ProNest LT (optional ProNest) |
| X Axis Drive | Dual synchronized helical rack and pinion drives on both sides |
| Y Axis Drive | Single helical rack and pinion drive on the bridge |
| Torch Height Control | Hypertherm Sensor advanced torch height control (Z axis) |
| Oxy Fuel Torch Option | 2 in to 6 in (51 to 152 mm) thick carbon steel |
The price estimate for the AKS Cutting Systems tru-kut is uncertain: we have no price for it that we can cite and no estimate we can stand behind, so we give no figure. Configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/aks-cutting-systems-tru-kut#price; the request is passed to AKS Cutting Systems or an authorised dealer.
The product page lists 5 ft x 10 ft and 6 ft x 12 ft options, with a maximum cut width of 5 or 6 ft (1.52 or 1.83 m) and a maximum cut length of 10 or 12 ft (3.05 or 3.66 m). The brochure, which is older, describes the machine as a 5 ft x 10 ft platform only.
The tru-kut X is the premium version. According to the brochure it adds a Hypertherm HyDefinition plasma power supply in place of the air plasma unit, the full version of ProNest in place of ProNest LT, and the down draft air table. The frame, drives, motors and controller stay the same.
AKS gives a maximum cut depth of 3 in (76 mm) on the product page. The cutting table is rated for a full plate up to 2 in (51 mm) thick. An optional oxy-fuel torch on a separate carriage covers carbon steel from 2 in to 6 in (51 to 152 mm), and AKS states that it cannot cut stainless steel or aluminum.
A Hypertherm Edge Connect CNC controller running Phoenix operating software, with a 19 in (483 mm) color touch screen console. Programming is done in Hypertherm ProNest LT, with full ProNest as the option. The brochure lists Remote Help over the internet as a controller function.
AKS states +/- 0.004 in per 3 ft accuracy of motion and a maximum travel speed of 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min). That is a figure for machine motion, not for cut-part tolerance, which also depends on the plasma process, the consumables and the material.
