Bystronic Xpert Pro 80
Key Specifications
Accuracy
bending force
working length
throat depth
stroke
open height
Overview
The Bystronic Xpert Pro 80 is a hydraulic CNC press brake from Bystronic, the Swiss precision sheet metal machine manufacturer known for its laser cutting systems and press brakes. With 80 metric tons of bending force over a 2,500 mm working length, the Xpert Pro 80 is Bystronic's mid-size production press brake, combining hydraulic bending force with an advanced angle correction system and Bystronic's deep integration with its own laser cutting software ecosystem.
The Xpert Pro 80's signature feature is Bystronic's ACA (Automatic Crowning and Angle) correction system, branded as the Xpert Pro's intelligent bending technology. The ACA system uses integrated pressure sensors in the lower tool holders to measure actual bending force at each point along the working length, calculates the beam deflection from this force profile, and commands the motorized crowning system to compensate in real time. The result is consistent die-opening height across the full 2,500 mm working length even at maximum load, eliminating the tapered bend angles that uncorrected beam deflection produces on long parts.
Bystronic's BySoft 7 software platform is the programming environment for the Xpert Pro 80. BySoft 7 provides 3D bending simulation, automatic bending sequence generation, and direct STEP/DXF file import. Its most powerful feature is native integration with Bystronic laser cutting machines — a part's cutting program and bending program are created simultaneously from the same CAD model in a unified workflow, dramatically reducing programming time for multi-operation sheet metal parts. The BySoft interface transfers programs to the Xpert Pro 80's touchscreen CNC control via network connection.
The Xpert Pro 80's back gauge system provides 5-axis CNC positioning with Bystronic's ByPos back gauge. The ByPos system's fast positioning axes enable rapid gauge retraction and repositioning between bends, minimizing the non-productive time that limits throughput on multi-bend parts. A 6-axis back gauge option adds independent finger height control for complex parts requiring variable flange heights across the working length. Bystronic's direct-coupled hydraulic drive delivers consistent bending performance with Bystronic's established reliability record across its global installation base.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bending Force | 800 kN (80 metric tons / 88 US tons) |
| Working Length | 2,500 mm (98.4 in) |
| Throat Depth | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| Stroke | 250 mm (9.8 in) |
| Open Height | 530 mm (20.9 in) |
| Back Gauge Axes | 5 axes (X, R, Z1, Z2, X2) standard; optional 6th axis |
| Control System | Bystronic touchscreen CNC with BySoft 7 integration |
| Machine Weight | 9,500 kg (20,944 lb) |
| Ram Speed Rapid | 180 mm/s |
| Ram Speed Working | Up to 15 mm/s |
| Positioning Accuracy | 0.01 mm |
| Max Material Thickness | 8 mm mild steel (full length) |
| Drive Type | Hydraulic with automatic crowning compensation |
| Tonnage | 110 – 350 US tons |
| Bending Length | 10.1 – 13.4 ft |
| Standard Stroke | 9.8, 17.7 in |
Specifications sourced from bystronic.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- ACA automatic crowning system with real-time force sensing delivers consistent die-opening height across the full 2,500 mm working length without manual crowning adjustment
- BySoft 7 integration with Bystronic laser cutting machines enables a unified cutting-to-bending programming workflow that significantly reduces total part programming time
- 80-ton force over 2,500 mm working length handles a wide range of medium-to-large panel fabrication, structural sections, and enclosure work
- ByPos back gauge's fast axis positioning minimizes non-productive gauge repositioning time on multi-bend parts
- Bystronic's Swiss engineering pedigree and global service network provide strong reliability and responsive support across North America, Europe, and Asia
- BySoft 7 automatic bending sequence calculation reduces programming expertise requirements and delivers optimized tool setups
Limitations
- Hydraulic press brake requires regular oil, filter, and cooler maintenance versus servo-electric alternatives like the TRUMPF TruBend 7036 or Safan Darley E-Brake
- BySoft 7 integration advantages are primarily realized in shops with Bystronic laser cutting equipment — standalone bending shops gain less from the software ecosystem
- 9,500 kg machine weight requires substantial foundation preparation and crane-accessible installation
- Premium Swiss brand pricing places the Xpert Pro 80 above comparable-specification press brakes from Amada's HFB0 series and Asian-manufactured alternatives
- 80-ton rating at 2,500 mm is targeted at a specific market segment — shops needing more force or longer working length require the Xpert Pro 150 or 320 models
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New Xpert Pro 80 machines typically range from $140,000 to $230,000 depending on back gauge configuration, tooling packages, and BySoft software options. Used Xpert Pro series press brakes are available in the secondary market from $50,000 to $110,000 depending on age and specification.
02
No. BySoft 7 runs as a standalone bending programming system on any computer and connects to the Xpert Pro 80 via network. However, its full workflow integration benefits are most realized when both laser cutting and bending programs are created from the same CAD model in BySoft 7, which requires a Bystronic cutting machine in the workflow.
03
Manual crowning on conventional press brakes is set once per job based on calculated or trial-based deflection estimates. Bystronic's ACA system measures actual bending force at each point along the working length in real time during every bend stroke and adjusts crowning dynamically. This compensates for material thickness variation, yield strength variation between batches, and temperature-related frame changes — factors that manual crowning cannot address.
04
The standard Xpert Pro 80 includes a 5-axis back gauge: X-axis (depth), R-axis (height), Z1 and Z2 (independent left and right lateral positioning), and X2 (second X-axis position). An optional 6th axis adds independent finger height control on both gauge fingers for complex parts. The ByPos system provides fast axis movement to minimize non-productive cycle time between bends.
05
Both are mid-to-large hydraulic press brakes in similar capacity classes. The Xpert Pro 80 delivers 80 tons over 2,500 mm; the Amada HFB0 1003 provides 100 tons over 3,050 mm for a slightly larger working envelope. Amada's AMNC 4ie control is more mature and has a larger North American user base; Bystronic's BySoft 7 integration is stronger for shops in the Bystronic ecosystem. Service coverage is comparable in major markets.
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