GF AgieCharmilles CUT F

$150,000 - $210,000 Updated 2026-03-14

Key Specifications

X Travel

350 mm (13.8 in)

Y Travel

250 mm (9.8 in)

Z Travel

256 mm (10.1 in)

Accuracy

2 um

u axis

+/-60 mm (+/-2.36 in)

v axis

+/-60 mm (+/-2.36 in)

Overview

The GF AgieCharmilles CUT F is the flexible platform in the AgieCharmilles wire EDM range, designed for shops that need to handle a wide variety of work from production cutting to precision finishing on a single machine. The F designation stands for Flexible, and GF designed this platform to deliver the best all-around capabilities across the full spectrum of wire EDM applications.

With 350 x 250 x 256 mm (13.8 x 9.8 x 10.1 in) of X/Y/Z travel, the CUT F shares the compact envelope of the CUT E, CUT X, and CUT S. Where it differentiates is in generator versatility. The IPG generator on the CUT F includes the widest range of spark strategies in the compact wire EDM range, allowing it to switch seamlessly between high-speed roughing and ultra-fine finishing without compromise in either direction.

Surface finish capability reaches Ra 0.08 um (3.2 uin) in water dielectric, splitting the difference between the CUT S (Ra 0.10 um) and CUT P (Ra 0.05 um). Cutting speed is competitive with the CUT S at up to 240 mm2/min, so there is minimal speed sacrifice for the additional finish capability. Positioning accuracy is 2 um.

The CUT F supports wire diameters from 0.05 to 0.30 mm, including ultra-fine wire that the CUT S cannot run. This makes it genuinely flexible: rough with 0.25 mm brass wire at high speed, then finish with 0.10 mm or even 0.05 mm wire for fine detail work, all on one machine. Twin-wire technology automates the wire-change process.

ICP collision protection and the UNIQUA HMI are standard. The machine weighs approximately 3,600 kg (7,937 lb) without dielectric. U/V travel is +/-60 mm for taper work.

New CUT F machines price between $150,000 and $210,000. The CUT F fills the gap between the speed-focused CUT S and the precision-focused CUT P at a price point below either.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	350 mm (13.8 in)
Y-Axis Travel	250 mm (9.8 in)
Z-Axis Travel	256 mm (10.1 in)
U Axis	+/-60 mm (+/-2.36 in)
V Axis	+/-60 mm (+/-2.36 in)
Max Taper Angle	+/-30 deg at 50 mm height
Max Workpiece Size	780 x 550 x 256 mm (30.7 x 21.7 x 10.1 in)
Max Workpiece Weight	500 kg (1,102 lb)
Wire Diameter Range	0.05 - 0.30 mm (0.002 - 0.012 in)
Surface Finish	Ra 0.08 um (3.2 uin Ra) achievable
Positioning Accuracy	2 um
Max Cutting Speed	240 mm2/min (37 in2/hr)
CNC Control	UNIQUA HMI (touchscreen)
Generator	IPG Flex (Intelligent Power Generator)
Collision Protection	ICP (Intelligent Collision Protection)
Machine Weight	3,600 kg (7,937 lb) without dielectric
Machine Dimensions	2,400 x 2,100 x 2,300 mm (94.5 x 82.7 x 90.6 in)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Widest range of spark strategies in the compact GF wire EDM range, handling both high-speed roughing and ultra-fine finishing
Wire range from 0.05 to 0.30 mm covers everything from aggressive production cutting to ultra-fine detail work on one machine
Ra 0.08 um surface finish splits the difference between the CUT S and CUT P without the CUT P price premium
Cutting speed up to 240 mm2/min is competitive with the CUT S, so flexibility does not come at a major speed penalty
Twin-wire technology automates switching between wire types for roughing and finishing
Priced between the CUT S and CUT P, offering the best value for shops needing both speed and finish capability

Limitations

350 mm X-travel is the same as the CUT S and CUT X; shops needing more envelope must step up to the CUT P 550 or CUT 1000
Ra 0.08 um finish is excellent but does not match the CUT P 550 Ra 0.05 um for the most demanding precision work
Jack-of-all-trades positioning means shops with very specific speed or accuracy needs may be better served by the CUT S or CUT P
500 kg workpiece capacity limits the machine to smaller mold and die work
Ultra-fine 0.05 mm wire cuts very slowly and is fragile, practical only for specific detail applications

Best For

Job shops handling diverse wire EDM work that ranges from production cutting to precision finishing Shops that cannot justify separate CUT S and CUT P machines but need capabilities of both Tool and die operations requiring both high-speed roughing with thick wire and fine finishing with thin wire Medical device and electronics manufacturers who need flexibility across different materials and precision levels Facilities adding their second wire EDM and wanting maximum versatility to complement an existing machine Shops doing prototype and short-run production where the work mix changes frequently

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a GF AgieCharmilles CUT F cost?

New CUT F machines price between $150,000 and $210,000. It fills the gap between the CUT S ($140K-$200K) and CUT P ($200K-$300K).

02 How does the CUT F compare to the CUT S?

The CUT F offers better surface finish (Ra 0.08 um vs 0.10 um) and wider wire range (0.05-0.30 mm vs 0.10-0.30 mm) at a similar price. The CUT S is slightly faster at maximum cutting speed (250 vs 240 mm2/min).

03 How does the CUT F compare to the CUT P?

The CUT P delivers tighter accuracy (1 um vs 2 um) and better finish (Ra 0.05 um vs 0.08 um) on a larger platform with mineral cast base. The CUT F is more compact and costs $50,000-$100,000 less.

04 What does flexible mean for this machine?

The CUT F has the widest wire range (0.05-0.30 mm) and most diverse spark strategies in the compact GF line. It handles everything from high-speed production roughing to ultra-fine detail finishing on one platform.

05 Can the CUT F replace both a CUT S and CUT P?

For many shops, yes. The CUT F delivers 96 percent of the CUT S speed and 80+ percent of the CUT P finish capability on one machine. Only shops with the most extreme speed or accuracy requirements need dedicated CUT S or CUT P machines.