The AKS Cutting Systems water-kut X3 is an industrial-grade Fiber Laser Cutting Machines powered by the Mitsubishi 80W 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 X3: 3-sided open cantilever waterjet, tables up to 8 ft x 20 ft, 800 ipm (20.3 m/min), KMT pumps to 90,000 psi (6,205 bar).
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | AKS Cutting Systems (International) |
| Machine Type | Fiber Laser Cutting Machines |
| CNC Controller System | Mitsubishi 80W 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 | 800 ipm (20.3 m/min) |
| Max Cut Width | Up to 8 ft (2.44 m) |
| Max Cut Length | Up to 20 ft (6.10 m) |
| Table Sizes | 4 ft x 5 ft, 6 ft x 12 ft, 6 ft x 20 ft, 6 ft x 24 ft, 8 ft x 12 ft, 8 ft x 14 ft, 8 ft x 20 ft |
| Machine Design | 3-sided open cantilever design with independent work table |
| Pump Pressure Max | 90,000 psi (6,205 bar) with KMT Pro 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) |
| Cutting Head | KMT high-pressure abrasive cutting head |
| Abrasive Hopper | 670 lb (304 kg) abrasive bulk feeder hopper |
| CNC Control | Mitsubishi 80W industrial CNC controller |
| Operator Screen | 19 in (483 mm) display |
| Software | Metamation MetaJet CAD, CAM and True-Shape auto nesting |
The price estimate for the AKS Cutting Systems water-kut X3 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-x3#price; the request is passed to AKS Cutting Systems or an authorised dealer.
For access. The Y-axis bridge is supported from one side only, which leaves the table open on three sides for loading and unloading large plates and gives an unobstructed view of the cut. The trade-off of any cantilever is a bridge supported at one end, which is why width is limited to 8 ft (2.44 m).
The product page lists 4 ft x 5 ft, 6 ft x 12 ft, 6 ft x 20 ft, 6 ft x 24 ft, 8 ft x 12 ft, 8 ft x 14 ft and 8 ft x 20 ft. The specification block gives a maximum cut width of up to 8 ft (2.44 m) and a maximum cut length of up to 20 ft (6.10 m), so the cut length of the longest table should be confirmed.
All are KMT units. The pump table lists NEO and SL-VI intensifiers at 60,000 psi, Pro intensifiers at 90,000 psi in 50 hp (37.3 kW), 60 hp (44.7 kW) and 125 hp (93.2 kW) sizes, and a Tri-Line direct drive pump at 55,000 psi with 30 hp (22.4 kW).
A waterjet naturally cuts a slightly tapered kerf. The Taper Control System angles and rotates the jet so that the taper falls on the scrap side, away from the part's straight edge. AKS says the result is a part produced faster and with straighter walls, regardless of the thickness or composition of the material.
A Mitsubishi 80W industrial CNC controller with a 19 in (483 mm) display, a full standard keyboard and a joystick that jogs all three axes. Parts are programmed and nested in Metamation MetaJet, which the brochure describes as CAD, CAM and True-Shape auto nesting software developed for waterjet cutting.
