Amada ENSIS 4020 AJe

$700,000 - $1,500,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

Accuracy

+/-0.03 mm (+/-0.0012 in)

work area

4,068 x 2,044 mm (160 x 80 in)

laser type

ENSIS fiber (proprietary Variable Beam Control technology)

laser power options

6 kW / 9 kW / 12 kW / 15 kW

beam control

Variable Beam Control (VBC) -- continuous variable beam diameter adjustment

max cutting thickness mild steel 12kw

28 mm (1.10 in)

Overview

The Amada ENSIS 4020 AJe is the large-format variant of Amada's flagship ENSIS fiber laser cutting platform, offering a 4,068 x 2,044 mm (160 x 80 in) working area that handles oversized sheets up to 4x8 ft format. Built around the same proprietary Variable Beam Control (VBC) technology as the 3015 model, the 4020 AJe dynamically adjusts the laser beam diameter from a fine cutting mode for thin sheet to a wide-beam mode for thick plate -- automatically, without operator intervention or lens changes.

The ENSIS 4020 AJe is available in 6 kW, 9 kW, 12 kW, and 15 kW laser power configurations. At 12 kW, the machine cuts mild steel up to 28 mm (1.10 in), stainless steel to 25 mm (0.98 in), and aluminum to 20 mm (0.79 in). The larger work area makes this the preferred choice for fabricators processing oversized panels, architectural metalwork, shipbuilding components, and heavy equipment enclosures that exceed the standard 3015 format.

The machine features Amada's AMNC 4ie control with an enhanced touchscreen interface and Industry 4.0 connectivity. Acceleration reaches 1.2G across the full work area -- slightly lower than the compact 3015 model due to the larger gantry mass, but still competitive for a machine of this format. Automatic nozzle change, intelligent pierce detection, and cut process monitoring ensure reliable unattended operation on the larger sheet sizes.

The larger format commands a premium over the 3015 variant, with new machines pricing between $700,000 and $1,500,000 depending on laser power and automation configuration. The ENSIS 4020 AJe competes with the Trumpf TruLaser 5040 fiber, Bystronic ByStar Fiber 4020, and Mazak Optiplex 4020 NEO in the large-format fiber laser market.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Work Area	4,068 x 2,044 mm (160 x 80 in)
Laser Type	ENSIS fiber (proprietary Variable Beam Control technology)
Laser Power Options	6 kW / 9 kW / 12 kW / 15 kW
Beam Control	Variable Beam Control (VBC) -- continuous variable beam diameter adjustment
Max Cutting Thickness Mild Steel 12kw	28 mm (1.10 in)
Max Cutting Thickness Stainless 12kw	25 mm (0.98 in)
Max Cutting Thickness Aluminum 12kw	20 mm (0.79 in)
Positioning Accuracy	+/-0.03 mm (+/-0.0012 in)
Acceleration	1.2 G across full work area
Max Axis Speed	170 m/min simultaneous
Rapid Traverse Xy	120 m/min (4,724 ipm)
Automatic Nozzle Change	Yes (AJe -- nozzle, focus, parameter auto-change)
CNC Control	Amada AMNC 4ie with touchscreen interface
Table Load Capacity	1,500 kg (3,307 lb)
Machine Weight	22,000 kg (48,502 lb)
6kw 9kw 12kw 15kw Ensis Video	3kW ENSIS Video

Specifications sourced from amada.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Large 4,068 x 2,044 mm work area handles oversized sheets that 3015-format machines cannot process without trimming or repositioning
Variable Beam Control (VBC) dynamically adjusts beam diameter for optimal cutting across thin sheet and thick plate without lens changes
Available up to 15 kW laser power for cutting mild steel beyond 28 mm and achieving maximum speed on thin material
AMNC 4ie control with Industry 4.0 connectivity integrates into modern smart factory environments
1,500 kg table load capacity handles heavier large-format sheets that smaller machines cannot support
Automatic nozzle change and intelligent process monitoring enable unattended operation on large nested programs

Limitations

Substantial footprint requires significantly more floor space than standard 3015-format machines
Price range of $700K-$1.5M is a major capital investment even for well-established fabricators
1.2G acceleration is lower than the 3015 model due to larger gantry mass -- cycle times per unit area are slightly longer
Large-format automation (loading, sorting) adds significantly to total installed cost

Best For

Fabricators processing oversized panels, architectural metalwork, and heavy equipment components that exceed 5x10 ft sheet size Shipbuilding and marine fabricators cutting large structural and cosmetic panels from stainless and aluminum plate Sign and display fabricators working with full 4x8 ft sheets who need fiber laser speed and quality on large formats Heavy equipment OEMs cutting large enclosures, frames, and structural components from thick mild steel plate High-volume fabricators seeking maximum nesting efficiency on large-format sheets to minimize material waste

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the ENSIS 4020 AJe and the ENSIS 3015 AJe?

The primary difference is work area size: 4,068 x 2,044 mm (4020) vs 3,048 x 1,524 mm (3015). The 4020 handles standard 4x8 ft sheets while the 3015 handles 5x10 ft sheets. The 4020 has higher table load capacity (1,500 kg vs 920 kg) but slightly lower acceleration (1.2G vs 1.4G) due to the larger gantry. Both share the same VBC technology, laser power options, and AMNC 4ie control.

02 What does a new Amada ENSIS 4020 AJe cost?

New ENSIS 4020 AJe machines price between $700,000 and $1,500,000 depending on laser power configuration and automation package. A base 6 kW machine starts around $700,000, while a fully loaded 15 kW system with ASF tower storage and SortMaster automation can exceed $1.5M installed.

03 Can the ENSIS 4020 AJe process standard 5x10 ft sheets?

Yes. The 4020 format work area of 4,068 x 2,044 mm can handle both standard 5x10 ft (3,048 x 1,524 mm) and larger 4x8 ft (4,068 x 2,044 mm) sheet sizes. Shops that occasionally need large-format capability but primarily run standard sheets can use the 4020 for both.

04 What automation is available for the ENSIS 4020 AJe?

The 4020 AJe integrates with Amada's large-format automation including the ASF-EU 4020 tower storage system, dual shuttle tables for continuous processing, and SortMaster part sorting. Large-format automation adds significant cost but is essential for maximizing uptime on these high-value machines.