Amada AC 2510 NT

The Amada AC 2510 NT is a CNC turret punch press designed for high-speed sheet metal processing in job shop and production environments. The AC series represents Amada's mid-range punching platform, combining reliable mechanical performance with a capable tooling system and Amada's proven AMNC controller for efficient shop floor programming and operation.

The machine processes sheets up to 2,500 x 1,250 mm — the standard full-sheet format — with a punching force of 300 kN. This force rating accommodates mild steel up to 6 mm, stainless steel up to 4 mm, and aluminum up to 6 mm, covering the full range of sheet metal gauges used in HVAC, electrical enclosure, and general fabrication. The AC series turret holds up to 58 stations (depending on configuration), providing ample tooling capacity for complex part programs with many feature types without mid-job tool changes.

Hit rates on the AC 2510 NT reach up to 600 hits per minute in single-hit mode, with the servo-driven turret indexing to the next tool station within the positioning cycle to minimize idle time. The servo ram drive system provides consistent stroke energy across the speed range, maintaining part quality at high throughput speeds. Amada's OIC (Oil Impregnated Carbide) die technology reduces wear and extends tool life particularly on stainless steel and harder alloys.

The AMNC 3i control system provides an intuitive touchscreen interface for loading and editing part programs, monitoring production counts, and diagnosing maintenance requirements. On-board nesting capability allows operators to adjust material utilization at the machine without returning to the CAM workstation. Amada's AMNC is compatible with the company's AP100 and SDD offline CAM software for full offline programming workflows.

The AC 2510 NT is automation-ready and supports connection to Amada's MARS (Material Handling Automation) systems including the ASF (Automatic Sheet Feeder), LST (Linear Storage Tower), and Amada's full flexible manufacturing system (FMS) configurations. This makes the AC 2510 NT a strong platform for shops planning to grow into unmanned or lights-out punching operation over time.