Fanuc ROBOCUT α-C600iB Pro
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
travel u
travel v
auto wire threading
How much does the Fanuc ROBOCUT α-C600iB Pro cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a wire edm in this class — not a quote from Fanuc. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Fanuc ROBOCUT α-C600iB Pro is a mid-size wire EDM with 600 mm (23.6 in) of X travel, 400 mm (15.7 in) of Y and 310 mm (12.2 in) of Z. What stands out in the listed figures is the precision end of the table: a maximum taper angle of ±45° at 100 mm height, a cutting accuracy of ±0.001 mm and a surface finish of Ra 0.10 µm.
Each of those carries a condition. The finish is listed as achievable with multi-pass skim cutting, so it describes finished tooling surfaces and not a single rough cut. The taper angle is tied to a height of 100 mm, and the U and V axes each move ±100 mm (±3.94 in) to produce it.
The tank takes a workpiece up to 1,050 x 820 x 310 mm (41.3 x 32.3 x 12.2 in) and 1,000 kg (2,205 lb). AWF3 is described as the third generation of the threader. It threads with the work submerged and needs a start hole of at least 1.5 mm, which is the figure to design start holes around. Wire from 0.10 to 0.30 mm is listed, and discharge is managed by AI Pulse Control II on the Fanuc Series 31i-WB.
The travels match the RoboCut α-C600iC row for row, including ±100 mm (±3.94 in) on U and V. Control and weight are where the two tables part: the RoboCut α-C600iC shows the FANUC Series 31i-WB Plus and 7,937 lb (3,600 kg), while this machine is listed at approx. 5,000 kg (11,023 lb).
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Travel U | ±100 mm (±3.94 in) |
| Travel V | ±100 mm (±3.94 in) |
| Auto Wire Threading | AWF3 (3rd gen — submerged, 1.5 mm minimum start hole) |
| CNC Control | Fanuc Series 31i-WB |
| Ai Pulse | AI Pulse Control II (2nd gen real-time adaptive discharge) |
| X-Axis Travel | 600 mm (23.6 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.7 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 310 mm (12.2 in) |
| Max Workpiece Size | 1,050 x 820 x 310 mm (41.3 x 32.3 x 12.2 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) |
| Wire Diameter Range | 0.10 - 0.30 mm |
| Surface Finish | Ra 0.10 µm (achievable with multi-pass skim cutting) |
| Cutting Accuracy | ±0.001 mm |
| Max Taper Angle | ±45° at 100 mm height |
| Dielectric | Deionized water |
| Machine Weight | approx. 5,000 kg (11,023 lb) |
Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Maximum taper angle of ±45° at 100 mm height, with ±100 mm (±3.94 in) of travel on both U and V
- Listed cutting accuracy of ±0.001 mm
- Surface finish of Ra 0.10 µm, achievable with multi-pass skim cutting
- AWF3 automatic wire threading works submerged and needs a start hole of only 1.5 mm
- Workpieces up to 1,050 x 820 x 310 mm (41.3 x 32.3 x 12.2 in) and 1,000 kg (2,205 lb)
Limitations
- Start holes smaller than 1.5 mm are below the listed minimum for automatic threading
- The Ra 0.10 µm finish depends on multi-pass skim cutting, which lengthens the job
- Z travel of 310 mm (12.2 in) is below the 20.08 in (510 mm) listed for the RoboCut α-C800iC
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Frequently Asked Questions
01
AWF3, listed as the third-generation automatic wire threader. It threads with the workpiece submerged and the minimum start hole is 1.5 mm, so smaller start holes fall outside what the threader is listed for.
02
The listed maximum taper angle is ±45° at 100 mm height. U and V, which offset the upper wire guide to tilt the wire, each travel ±100 mm (±3.94 in). On sections taller than 100 mm, check the angle that remains available before quoting the part.
03
The travels are the same in both tables: 600 mm (23.6 in) of X, 400 mm (15.7 in) of Y, 310 mm (12.2 in) of Z and ±100 mm (±3.94 in) on U and V. The RoboCut α-C600iC is listed with the FANUC Series 31i-WB Plus control and weighs 7,937 lb (3,600 kg). This model names the Fanuc Series 31i-WB and is listed at approx. 5,000 kg (11,023 lb).
04
Cutting accuracy is ±0.001 mm and surface finish is Ra 0.10 µm, stated as achievable with multi-pass skim cutting. The wire diameter range is 0.10 to 0.30 mm and the dielectric is deionized water.
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