The AKS Cutting Systems water-kut X2 is an industrial-grade Fiber Laser Cutting Machines powered by the Mitsubishi M80W industrial CNC controller. a top spindle speed of 0 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
AKS water-kut X2: unitized abrasive waterjet up to 6 ft x 12 ft, 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min), KMT pumps from 55,000 psi to 90,000 psi.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | AKS Cutting Systems (International) |
| Machine Type | Fiber Laser Cutting Machines |
| CNC Controller System | Mitsubishi M80W industrial 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 | +/- 0.003 in per 3 ft of motion (+/- 0.08 mm per 914 mm) |
| Rapid Traverse | 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) |
| Max Cut Width | Up to 6 ft (1.83 m) |
| Max Cut Length | Up to 12 ft (3.66 m) |
| Table Sizes | 5 ft x 5 ft, 5 ft x 10 ft and 6 ft x 12 ft |
| Z Axis Travel | 9.8 in (249 mm) programmable ball screw |
| Table Plate Capacity | 6 in (152 mm) thick full plate load capacity |
| X Axis Drive | Dual synchronized helical rack and pinion drives on both sides |
| Y Axis Drive | Single bridge helical rack and pinion drive |
| Standard Pump | KMT TRILINE direct drive, 55,000 psi (3,792 bar) |
| Pump Pressure Max | 90,000 psi (6,205 bar) with optional KMT PRO-3 intensifier |
| Pump Options | KMT NEO intensifier, 60,000 psi, 30 hp (22.4 kW) or 50 hp (37.3 kW); KMT Pro intensifier, 90,000 psi, 50 hp (37.3 kW), 60 hp (44.7 kW) or 125 hp (93.2 kW); KMT SL-VI intensifier, 60,000 psi, 50 hp (37.3 kW) or 100 hp (74.6 kW); KMT Tri-Line direct drive, 55,000 psi, 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Abrasive Hopper | 670 lb (304 kg) bulk feeder hopper with low abrasive sensor |
| CNC Control | Mitsubishi M80W industrial CNC controller |
| Operator Screen | 19 in (483 mm) color touch screen |
| Software | Metamation programming software with CAM and auto true shape nesting |
The price estimate for the AKS Cutting Systems water-kut X2 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-water-kut-x2#price; the request is passed to AKS Cutting Systems or an authorised dealer.
The brochure says the X2 comes standard with a KMT TRILINE direct drive pump at 55,000 psi (3,792 bar) and can be upgraded to the KMT PRO-3 intensifier at 90,000 psi (6,205 bar). The product page's pump table also lists KMT NEO and SL-VI intensifiers at 60,000 psi, in sizes from 30 hp (22.4 kW) to 100 hp (74.6 kW).
The product page lists 5 ft x 5 ft, 5 ft x 10 ft and 6 ft x 12 ft. Maximum cut width is up to 6 ft (1.83 m) and maximum cut length up to 12 ft (3.66 m). AKS's brochure states that both of the larger sizes use the same chassis, drives and features.
The X2 is a unitized bridge machine with a travel speed of 1,200 ipm (30.5 m/min) and tables up to 6 ft x 12 ft. The water-kut X3 is a 3-sided open cantilever design listed at 800 ipm (20.3 m/min) with tables up to 8 ft x 20 ft. Both are listed at +/- 0.003 in per 3 ft motion accuracy.
A Mitsubishi M80W industrial CNC controller from the M8 Series, with a 19 in (483 mm) color touch screen operator console and Mitsubishi servo motors and drives on the X, Y and Z axes. Programming and nesting are done in a Metamation software package.
The Z axis is a programmable ball screw with 9.8 in (249 mm) of travel. The table is rated for a full plate up to 6 in (152 mm) thick. An automatic touch probe, which keeps the nozzle stand-off consistent on warped material, is an option on this model.
