Machine Comparison
GF AgieCharmilles CUT 2000 vs GF AgieCharmilles CUT 3000
GF Machining Solutions vs GF Machining Solutions · Wire EDM
Summary
The GF AgieCharmilles CUT 2000 and GF AgieCharmilles CUT 3000 are GF's two largest wire EDMs. They share the IPG generator, the UNIQUA touchscreen HMI, a 0.10 - 0.33 mm wire range and a best finish of Ra 0.10 um (4 uin Ra). The difference is capacity.
The CUT 3000 offers up to 1,500 x 1,000 x 600 mm of X/Y/Z travel against 1,200 x 700 x 500 mm, and up to 8,000 kg (17,637 lb) of workpiece against 5,000 kg (11,023 lb). The CUT 2000 lists 5 um positioning accuracy against 5-8 um (configuration dependent) for the CUT 3000, and weighs 14,000 kg (30,864 lb) without dielectric against 18,000+ kg (39,683+ lb).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | GF AgieCharmilles CUT 2000 | GF AgieCharmilles CUT 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 1,200 mm (47.2 in) | Up to 1,500 mm (59.1 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 700 mm (27.6 in) | Up to 1,000 mm (39.4 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) | Up to 600 mm (23.6 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 5,000 kg (11,023 lb) | Up to 8,000 kg (17,637 lb) |
| Positioning Accuracy | 5 um ▲ | 5-8 um (configuration dependent) |
| Wire Diameter Range | 0.10 - 0.33 mm (0.004 - 0.013 in) | 0.10 - 0.33 mm (0.004 - 0.013 in) |
| Max Taper Angle | +/-30 deg at 100 mm height | +/-30 deg |
| Best Surface Finish | Ra 0.10 um (4 uin Ra) achievable | Ra 0.10 um (4 uin Ra) achievable |
| Generator | IPG (Intelligent Power Generator) | IPG (Intelligent Power Generator) |
| Control | UNIQUA HMI (touchscreen) | UNIQUA HMI (touchscreen) |
| Machine Weight | 14,000 kg (30,864 lb) without dielectric | 18,000+ kg (39,683+ lb) without dielectric |
Advantages
GF AgieCharmilles CUT 2000
- 5 um positioning accuracy against 5-8 um (configuration dependent)
- Lighter machine: 14,000 kg (30,864 lb) against 18,000+ kg (39,683+ lb) without dielectric
GF AgieCharmilles CUT 3000
- Up to 1,500 mm (59.1 in) X travel against 1,200 mm (47.2 in)
- Up to 1,000 mm (39.4 in) Y travel against 700 mm (27.6 in)
- Up to 600 mm (23.6 in) Z travel against 500 mm (19.7 in)
- Up to 8,000 kg (17,637 lb) workpiece load against 5,000 kg (11,023 lb)
Verdict
Let the largest plate decide. The GF AgieCharmilles CUT 2000 covers full-size stamping die plates and large progressive dies within 1,200 x 700 x 500 mm and 5,000 kg, with the tighter 5 um accuracy figure and a lighter machine. The GF AgieCharmilles CUT 3000 is for the biggest stamping, forging and aerospace tooling, where up to 1,500 x 1,000 x 600 mm of travel and an 8,000 kg load bring that work in house.