The AKS Cutting Systems water-kut X4 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 X4: ball screw waterjet with +/- 0.001 in per 3 ft motion accuracy, up to 12 ft (3.66 m) wide, 800 ipm (20.3 m/min).
| 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 | +/- 0.001 in per 3 ft of motion (+/- 0.03 mm per 914 mm) |
| Rapid Traverse | 800 ipm (20.3 m/min) |
| Max Cut Width | Up to 12 ft (3.66 m) |
| Max Cut Length | Up to 20 ft (6.10 m) |
| Table Sizes | 4 ft x 5 ft, 6 ft x 12 ft, 12 ft x 20 ft |
| Z Axis Travel | 8 in (203 mm) programmable |
| Drive System | Ball screw drives on X, Y and Z axes; dual X-axis ball screw drives on both sides, single Y-axis bridge ball screw drive |
| 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) screen |
| Software | Metamation MetaJet CAD, CAM and True-Shape auto nesting |
The price estimate for the AKS Cutting Systems water-kut X4 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-x4#price; the request is passed to AKS Cutting Systems or an authorised dealer.
AKS lists +/- 0.001 in per 3 ft accuracy of motion for the X4, compared with +/- 0.003 in per 3 ft for the water-kut X3. The figure describes the motion system, which uses ball screw drives on all axes and is laser calibrated and software compensated. Finished part tolerance also depends on taper, pressure and cut quality settings.
A traditional bridge gantry with dual X-axis rails driven by ball screws on both sides and a single ball screw on the Y-axis bridge. The Z axis has 8 in (203 mm) of programmable travel. The brochure adds that longer lengths are achieved with a precision ground helical rack and pinion drive system.
The product page lists 4 ft x 5 ft, 6 ft x 12 ft and 12 ft x 20 ft, with a maximum cut width of up to 12 ft (3.66 m) and a maximum cut length of up to 20 ft (6.10 m). The brochure mentions further standard sizes by model code, so ask AKS for the current list if another size is needed.
When tolerance or width decides the job. The X4 is listed at +/- 0.001 in per 3 ft and cuts up to 12 ft (3.66 m) wide. The water-kut X3 is listed at +/- 0.003 in per 3 ft and up to 8 ft (2.44 m) wide, but its cantilever frame is open on three sides for loading. Both travel at 800 ipm (20.3 m/min).
KMT pumps throughout: NEO and SL-VI intensifiers at 60,000 psi, Pro intensifiers at 90,000 psi (6,205 bar), and a Tri-Line direct drive pump at 55,000 psi. Sizes run from 30 hp (22.4 kW) to 125 hp (93.2 kW).
