Machine Comparison
Amada ENSIS-3015AJ vs LVD Electra FL 3015
Amada vs LVD · CNC Laser Cutting
Summary
The Amada ENSIS-3015AJ and the LVD Electra FL 3015 are both fiber laser cutting machines in the standard sheet class. Both publish ±0.03 mm (±0.0012 in) positioning accuracy, and their working areas are close: 3,070 x 1,550 mm (121 x 61 in) for the Amada against 3,000 x 1,500 mm (118 x 59 in) for the LVD.
The Amada publishes tighter repeatability at +/- 0.005 mm (0.0002 in) against ±0.015 mm (±0.0006 in), and it is the lighter machine at 12,100 kg (26,675 lb) against 15,000 kg (33,069 lb). The LVD is offered with fiber sources from 3 kW to 10 kW and runs a Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl control with the Touch-L interface, where the Amada uses AMNC 3i.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Amada ENSIS-3015AJ | LVD Electra FL 3015 |
|---|---|---|
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.03 mm (±0.0012 in) | ±0.03 mm (±0.0012 in) |
| Repeatability | +/- 0.005 mm (0.0002 in) ▲ | ±0.015 mm (±0.0006 in) |
| Laser Source | ENSIS fiber (LD-excited Yb fiber, 1.08 micron wavelength) | Fiber laser, 3 kW to 10 kW |
| Working Area / Sheet Size | 3,070 x 1,550 mm (121 x 61 in) | 3,000 x 1,500 mm (118 x 59 in) |
| Control | AMNC 3i (touchscreen LCD) | Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl with Touch-L interface |
| Machine Weight | 12,100 kg (26,675 lb) | 15,000 kg (33,069 lb) |
Advantages
Amada ENSIS-3015AJ
- +/- 0.005 mm (0.0002 in) repeatability against ±0.015 mm (±0.0006 in)
- Slightly larger working area at 3,070 x 1,550 mm against 3,000 x 1,500 mm
- Lighter machine at 12,100 kg (26,675 lb) against 15,000 kg (33,069 lb)
LVD Electra FL 3015
- Choice of fiber laser power from 3 kW to 10 kW
- Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl control with Touch-L interface
- Fits shops already running LVD press brakes and punch presses
Verdict
Choose the Amada ENSIS-3015AJ for mixed-thickness job-shop cutting where its tighter published repeatability counts, and where Amada brakes, punches or automation are already in use. Choose the LVD Electra FL 3015 for shops that want to pick a power level from 3 kW to 10 kW, prefer a Siemens control, or run LVD bending and punching equipment and want one workflow.