The FiberCAB (FC) Series is a line of industrial-grade fiber laser cutting systems, offering table size options and laser powers for every metal cutting application.

The FC Series combines the latest developments in fiber laser technology with next generation air- and water-cooled lasers and simple, easy-to-use CNC controls to make it the most advanced and cost effective industrial-grade cutting system on the market. In designing the FC series, Vytek went beyond just building a laser system that only met market requirements. We focus on the real needs of the Fabricator and Manufacturer and the ever-changing production environments with an emphasis on quality production.

The FC Series fiber laser source choices are available in CW water cooled from 1500 watts to 6000 watts and can achieve highly focused spot density resulting in cutting speeds up to 4 times that of a comparable CO2 laser. In addition, with a focused spot size capability of 10 um (0.0004), model dependent, incredible detail is possible, even with thicker materials.

Users can easily interchange focus heads to the ideal configuration for the job at hand. Heads are available for fine kerf cutting, thick material cutting has an optic focal range from 75 mm to 200 mm.

MACHINES

All Steel Base Structure

The Base Structure and the heart of the system is a precision ground structure mated to all steel and ground gantry/bridge assembly. By ensuring the X, Y and Z planes of the base structure and gantry are geometrically correct to each other there is no need to compensate or use complex correction algorithms to adjust for a poor design or construction.

True Accuracy and performance can only come from an evolved design and years of experience; the FC series positioning system is based on a highly rigid structure using the highest performance components. The FC series is based upon a unified welded base structure with the mass to withstand high accelerations at a range of speeds allowing the system to take full advantage of the laser power while maintaining the highest accuracies.

Positioning System

The Positioning System uses dual guide ways on either side of the gantry and is driven by the high-grade ground ball screws combined with glass linear encoders for true position accuracies (model dependent). The latest generation brushless servo drives, which are directly coupled to Vytek’s simplicity CNC control, ensure the smoothest possible motion for the most demanding part geometries.

Modular Table

Our Modular Table design allows for easy access to the surface while maintaining the smallest possible footprint. Optional table configurations include a single or two drawer shuttle tables and can be either manual or fully automatic. We also offer fully integrated tube cutting options, so the FC can offer more than just flat sheet cutting.

Motion Controls

The Latest Generation controls use high performance brushless servo drives, which are directly coupled to Vytek’s simplicity CNC control, ensure the smoothest possible motion for the most demanding part geometries.

Keypad

FiberCAB includes a rugged keypad, which features a full graphic display. The operator keypad allows for machine control and is the central point for operation. It displays all critical job information and allows for on-the-fly edits to the program.

Fiber Laser Source

Fiber laser source choices are available in CW water cooled from 1500 watts through 6000 watts. Single & Multi-Mode (Laser power dependent) with wavelengths of 1070-1080 um.

Assist Gases

Air assist is essential to the perfect cut.  Nitrogen and Oxygen are used primarily but occasionally shop air is also used.  The air assist would require 22 BAR – 325 psi.

FC22
The FC22 offers industrial fiber laser metal cutting in the smallest possible footprint. The FC22 doesn’t compromise the cutting speed or accuracy that the FiberCAB is known for, yet it’s the most affordable member of the line.

Work Area 24″ x 24″ (610 mm x 610mm)    
Available Laser Wattage 150, 450, 600, 1000, 1500, 2000, 3000, 6000

 

FC44
The FC44 packs a real punch while being perfectly sized for the small shop and highly detailed work. The FC44 uses advanced drives allowing for blazing speeds and high throughput when cutting complex geometries.

Design Bridge Gantry Style
Work Table Height 910 mm (36″) (w/o pallet changer)
Max Load Weight 1,000 lb.
Axis Stroke 1300 mm (51″) x 1300 mm (51″) 
Repeatability  .015mm (.0005″)
Drive Feed Method  Precision Ground Ball Screw
Worksheet Clamps Manual
Assist Gas System Specs 22 BAR – 325 psi
Gas Supply Nitrogen, Oxygen
Laser Core Fiber Single & Multi-Mode (Laser power dependent)
Wavelength 1070-1080 um
 

 

FC48
The big brother of the FC44 is our FC48, perfect for the shop with space limitations, but still wanting to be able to cut full-sized sheets. The FC48 has an oversized work area of 4′ x 8′ so larger parts are easily accommodated.

Design Bridge Gantry Style
Work Table Height 910 mm (36″) (w/o pallet changer)
Max Load Weight 2,000 lb 
Axis Stroke 1300 mm (51″) x 2500 mm (98″)
Repeatability  FC48/510/512: .05mm (.002″)
Drive Feed Method  Precision Ground Ball Screw
Worksheet Clamps Manual
Assist Gas System Specs 22 BAR – 325 psi
Gas Supply Nitrogen, Oxygen
Laser Core Fiber Single & Multi-Mode (Laser power dependent)
Wavelength 1070-1080 um

 

FC55
The FC55 has a work area of 5’ x 5′, with advanced features and performance. This machine will only be matched by competitive systems costing hundreds of thousands more.

Design Bridge Gantry Style
Work Table Height 910 mm (36″) (w/o pallet changer)
Max Load Weight 2,000 lb 
Axis Stroke
Repeatability  FC48/510/512: .05mm (.002″)
Drive Feed Method  Precision Ground Ball Screw
Worksheet Clamps Manual
Assist Gas System Specs 22 BAR – 325 psi
Gas Supply Nitrogen, Oxygen
Laser Core Fiber Single & Multi-Mode (Laser power dependent)
Wavelength 1070-1080 um
 

 

FC510/FC512
The FiberCab 510/512 was designed with the fabricator in mind to allow full capability in the smallest package possible. Productivity features like our palette shuttle system can swap tables in as little as 15 seconds.
When greater capacity is required an option to extend the FC510 series to 12′ is available. The highly rigid machine structure of the FC series allows the machine to be placed on the factory floor without the need to add concrete footings. The FC Series achieves high accelerations with speeds exceeding 3000 ipm. With a host of standard and optional features, the FiberCab offers the best value for the money.

Design Bridge Gantry Style
Work Table Height 910 mm/36″ (w/o pallet changer)
Max Load Weight 2,000 lb
Axis Stroke FC10: 1575 mm (62″) x 3100 mm (122″)
Repeatability .05mm (.002″)
Drive Feed Method FC10: Rack & Pinion & Ball Screw
Worksheet Clamps Manual
Assist Gas System Specs 22 BAR – 325 psi
Gas Supply Nitrogen, Oxygen
Laser Core Fiber Single & Multi-Mode (Laser power dependent) 
Air Cooled Quasi CW:

Water Cool Quasi CW:

150/1500 – 450/4500 watts

1-6kW

Wavelength 1070-1080 um

 

FC510LT

The newest system to be added to the FiberCAB family is our LT series. This model was designed to offer a full 5’ x 10’ sheet capability in a small package at an affordable price. The LT series can be equipped with laser powers from 4kW to power.

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