With Graphtec's medium to large flatbed cutting plotters, the FCX2000 Series provides the perfect solution for package prototyping and short production runs of rigid materials, eliminating the need for a cutting die. The included dedicated software enables contour cutting, reducing media waste and processing time. This makes the FCX2000 Series the ultimate choice for those looking for a seamless and efficient package prototyping and short production run solution.
With Offline USB Operation, individuals with minimal experience can operate the machine directly without requiring a computer. USB operation allows operators of all skill levels to handle various types of media for cutting. Once the designer has created the plot file, it can be shared with users of any experience level to produce. All that is needed is to insert the USB and select the file from the user-friendly 3.7 inch Graphic LCD screen. The cutting conditions are automatically applied, and the job is executed. Additionally, barcodes can be generated for print and cut applications. The cutting data is automatically selected from the USB flash memory by scanning the barcode printed on the media, allowing for seamless contour cutting and reducing the possibility of operator errors.
The FCX2000 Series is equipped with Graphtec’s renowned ARMS system (Advanced Registration Mark Sensing) technology that allows users to accurately contour cut pre-printed graphics with ease. Auto-scanning of four point registration marks compensate for distortion in both X & Y directions to ensure precise cutting. Version 6.0 is packed with high productivity features such as ARMS Copy, One Point Compensation, Scan Start Position, and Expanded Cutting Area capability.
Users are empowered to create custom orders at low cost with short delivery times. Redesigned Y bar and cutting table deliver high precision cutting and creasing. New dedicated design software and plug-ins provide all of the tools necessary to create elegant, professional products.
Dual head design delivers 500G and 1000G of force at speeds up to 400mm/s.
Process materials thick or thin including: Rubylith, Static Cling Film, Vinyl, Rubber Sandblast, Diamond Grade Reflective, Chipboard, E-flute and more.
Three table sizes of 24 x 36”, 48 x 36” and 70 x 36” are available utilizing enhanced vacuum suction media hold down.
Graphtec’s Cutting Master 4 plug-in for Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW is used to send cut designs, as well as control parameters of the plotter. This is where registration marks can be added, large designs tiled; matrix copies created, and weed lines added. Graphtec Pro Studio design software offers an array of design tools and extensive file format compatibility – including EPS, CMX and PDF. In addition, Graphtec Pro Studio PLUS is an upgrade to unlock advanced features such as true shape nesting, arranging the cut order of objects, and rhinestones.
Interface: Ethernet, USB2.0 and Serial RS-232C | Intuitive 3.7” LCD Screen | Digital Servo Motor USB Flash Memory for Offline Operation | Win & Mac Compatible
FEATURES
Provided Tools Suitable for Multiple Applications
The FCX2000 has 2 Tool Holders in the Carriage.
Using 2 different tools allows you to do 2 different jobs without exchanging tools, which increases work efficiency.
Use Cutting and Creasing Tools Together
Dual Tool Holders which can hold a cutting blade and creasing tool to produce creases/folds and cuts on the same run.
Stronger Media Hold-Down
Distance between the holes has been improved from 30 mm on FC2250 Series to 20 mm on FCX2000 Series, as a result, FCX2000 Series provides stronger suction power to hold heavier and thicker medias down.
Intuitive Operation with 3.7" LCD
Onboard control and settings are simplified using the equipped 3.7” LCD (240x128 dots) and tactile control panel.
TABLE ENHANCEMENTS
Improved Y-bar Rigidity: For precision cutting accuracy
Safety enhancement: A new, dedicated emergency STOP switch is at the ready.
Supports a dedicated stop switch for stopping the machine when emergency case is occurred.
Roll-media stocker: The FCX2000 comes equipped with a mounted roll-media stocker.
Supports media width up to 37.4” and weight up to 11 lbs.
Offline Operation using USB Thumb Drives
Cut and plot data is created with Cutting Master 4 or Graphtec Pro Studio software. The saved data may be transferred to a USB Thumb Drive and the cut plot data file can be selected from the USB on the FCX2000 using its menu operations. This simplified work-flow enables users to operate without being connected to the computer.
Data Management using Bar-code Function with USB flash memory
When performing contour cutting, also known as “Print & Cut”, the cutting data is automatically selected from the prepared USB flash memory. The FCX2000 scans the bar code printed on the media then automatically performs the contour cutting job. This emerging method helps to prevent operator error of using incorrect data - thus improving workflow efficiency.
Expanded Contour Cutting Area
This included function expands the print and cut area to include objects outside of the registration marks! Production efficiency is enhanced and media waste is reduced.
Supports Standard Crop Marks
Contour cutting pre-printed media is also possible using “standard crop marks.” This operation is available with the included Cutting Master 4 plug-in workflow.
Reversed Color Registration Marks
Registraiton marks are detectable when there is sufficient contrast against the mark and its background. Ultra glossy and reflective media offer challenges for accurate registration mark detection. With this reversed color output, the sufficient contrast is brought back for the ability to contour cut pre-printed ultra glossy and reflecting sheeting.
MARKET Applications
Expand your Capabilities with the Highly Versatile FCX2000 Series
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
PEN TYPE,
CURVES ON HEAVY PAPER
PM-CT-002
STICK TYPE
HEAVY PAPER
CP-001
ROLLER TYPE
CARDBOARD
CP-002
ROLLER TYPE
CORRUGATED BOARD
CP-003
CREASING TOOLS
| ITEM | Qty | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Blades - CB15U-2 | 1 ea | Case Contains 2ea CB15U Blades (45º) |
| Blades - CB15U-K30-5 | 1 ea | Case Contains 5ea CB15U-K30 Blades (60º) |
| Blade Holder | 1 ea | PHP33-CB15N-HS |
| Blade Loupe | 1 ea | PM-CT-001 (Magnifier for checking the extruded length of blade) |
| Fiber-tip Pen | 1 ea | KF700-BK (Black) Water-based |
| Fiber Pen Adaptor | 1 ea | PHP31-FIBER - Plunger / Height Adjustment Tool |
| Height Adjustment Plate | 1 ea | Includes Hexagon Driver Tool |
| Media Stocker | 1 ea | Stock roller with 2 mounting brackets |
| Stand | 1 ea | Heavy Duty Aluminum Stand |
| Software Download | 1 | Graphtec Studio 2 & Cutting Master 5 for Mac and PC |
| Documents | 1 set | Quick Guide / Cutter Blade Manual / Usage Precautions |
| USB Cable | 1 ea | Length 114" (2.9 m) |
| Power Cord | 1 ea |
SPECIFICATIONS
FCX2000 MODELS
The Graphtec FCX2000 Series Flatbeds are offered in 3 different table sizes with Vacuum Suction Media Hold Down
FCX2000-60 VC 36” x 24”
FCX2000-120 VC 36” x 47.2”
FCX2000-180 VC 36” x 70.8”
| MODEL | FCX2000-60VC | FCX2000-120VC | FCX2000-180VC | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration | Digital servo system, Flatbed | ||||
| Media hold-down method | Vacuum suction | ||||
| Effective cutting area | 24 in x 36 in (610mm x 920mm) |
47.2 in x 36 in (1,200mm x 920mm) |
70.8 in x 36 in (1,800mm x 920mm |
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| Mountable media (Y-axis) | 3 ft 1.4 in (950mm) | ||||
| Roll media support | Roll media stocker (manual), supported media width up to 950 mm, weight up to 5 kg | ||||
| Maximum cutting speed | 1 ft 3.7 inch/sec (400 mm/sec) (1 to 40 cm/s in 16 steps), in all directions | ||||
| Cutting force | Tool 1: Max. 4.9 N (500 gf), Tool 2: Max. 9.8 N (1 kgf) | ||||
| Cutting force settings | Tool 1: in 40 steps, Tool 2: in 40 steps | ||||
| Minimum character size | Approx. 10 mm square (varies with character font and media) | ||||
| Programmable resolution | GP-GL mode: 0.1/0.05/0.025/0.01 mm, HP-GL™ : 0.025 mm | ||||
| Distance accuracy | Max. 0.1% of the distance moved or 0.1 mm, whichever is larger (in plotting mode) (*2) | ||||
| Perpendicularity | Max 0.5 mm / 900 mm (in plotting mode) | ||||
| Repeatability | Max 0.1 mm (excluding contraction of media, in plotting/cutting mode) (*2) | ||||
| Standard interfaces | RS-232C, USB2.0 (High-Speed), and Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) | ||||
| Buffer memory | 2MB | ||||
| Command sets | GP-GL and HP-GL™ emulation (set by menu, or selects automatically by received data) | ||||
| Number of tools | Two tools | ||||
| Cutting blade, pen, and tool types | Cutting blade (supersteel), Pens (Water-based fiber-tip pen, oil-based ballpoint pen), and Creasing/scoring tool | ||||
| Others | ARMS, Reverse side Cutting/Creasing using ARMS, ARMS Copy function, Creasing, Cutting/creasing in multiple passes | ||||
| Power source | 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Auto switching) | ||||
| Power consumption | Max. 140 VA | ||||
| Pumps | 110V has 1.5 horse power, 220V has 2.5 horse power | ||||
| Operating environment | Temperature: +10 to +35 ºC, Humidity: 35 to 75% RH (non-condensing) | ||||
| Guaranteed accuracy environment | Temperature: +16 to +32 ºC, Humidity: 35% to 70% RH (non-condensing) | ||||
| External dimensions [W x D x H] (Approx.) |
W 52.9 x D 55.4 x H 36.6 in 1344 x 1409 x 930 mm (Including stand) |
W 76.1 x D 55.4 x H 36.6 in 1934 x 1409 x 930 mm (Including stand) |
W 99.7 x D 55.4 x H 36.6 in 2534 x 1409 x 930 mm (Including stand) |
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| Weight (Approx.) | 167.5 lb (Including stand) (*3) | 218.2 lb (Including stand) (*3) | 225.7 lb (Including stand) (*3) | ||
| Compatible OS (*4) | Windows 11 /10 / 8.1 / 64-bit editions & MacOS 10.2 (Sierra) to 10.13 (Ventura) | ||||
| Included Software (*5) | Graphtec Studio 2, Cutting Master 5 Plug-in for Windows and Mac | ||||
| Compatible Standards |
Safety | UL60950-1/cUL, CE marking (Low voltage and EMC) | |||
| EMC | FCC-A, EN55032-A | ||||
*1. Available in a limited region. Please contact your local representative of Graphtec.
*2. When operated with Graphtec specified media and conditions.
*3. Vacuum Pump for media hold-down system is not included.
*4. For more information about Windows and Macintosh compatibility, please check the website or contact your local representative of Graphtec.
*5. Software is available for downloading from Graphtec website.
FCX2000-60 Dimensions
FCX2000-120 Dimensions
Scale : mm. Tolerance : +/- 5 mm
Scale : mm. Tolerance : +/- 5 mm
FCX2000-180 Dimensions
Scale : mm. Tolerance : +/- 5 mm
PACKAGING
Main body is packed in a cardboard box, and then it is loaded on the pallet. Leg with a caster for the stand is packed in a cardboard box. It is not loaded on the pallet. The bar for connecting the right and left legs of the stand is packed to the main body.
| Model | FCX2000-60VC | FCX2000-120VC | FCX2000-180VC | FCX2000 Stand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions |
65.4 x 50 x 18.9 |
65.4 x 73.3 x 18.9 |
65.4 x 100 x 33 |
63 x 32.1 x 12.4 |
Gross weight |
276 lbs | 380 lbs | 668 lbs | 59.4 lbs |
Media Type
| Media Type | Thickness | Supported Blades | FCX2000-60VC | FCX2000-120VC | FCX2000-180VC | FCX2000-120ES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self-adhesive marking film (vinyl, fluorescent, reflective) |
up to 0.25 mm | CB09UB | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 |
| Heavy paper/board (pattern paper, oil board) |
up to 0.5 mm | CB15U, CB15U-K30 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 |
| up to 1.0 mm | CB30UC | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | |
| Compressed foam sheet | up to 0.8 mm | CB15U-K30 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | - |
| Sandblast resist rubber | up to 1.0 mm | CB15U-K20 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 |
| Cardboard (F/G flute) | up to 1.1 mm | CB30UC | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 |
| CB15U-K30 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | ||
| Clear sheet for plastic boxes |
up to 0.5 mm | CB15U | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 |
| up to 1.0 mm | CB15U-K30 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | - | |
| High-intensity reflective film | up to 0.5 mm | CB15UA | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | - |
| up to 1.0 mm | CB15UA-K30 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | - |
BROCHURES
FCX2000 Brochure
FCX2000 Spec Sheet
FCX2000 Brochure - Español
FCX2000 Spec Sheet - Español
VIDEO TRAINING
Graphtec Video Training is a comprehensive series of instructional videos that are key to fully understanding the capability of FCX 2000 Series Flatbeds. Advanced Features and Optional Accessories are also demonstrated in depth, so you can be fully trained and ready to boost productivity by mastering all the capabilities of this versatile flatbed cutter.
The Tutorial Section of our website contains all FCX2000 Training Videos along with instructional videos for our entire line of products. The Graphtec Video Library is also available for viewing on our YouTube Channel.
