GF AgieCharmilles CUT S 400

$160,000 - $220,000 Updated 2026-03-14

Key Specifications

X Travel

400 mm (15.7 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 S 400 extends the speed-focused CUT S platform with a larger 400 x 250 x 256 mm (15.7 x 9.8 x 10.1 in) travel envelope. That extra 50 mm of X-travel opens up a significant number of parts that do not fit on the standard CUT S, including wider progressive die sections, larger mold plates, and broader stamping components.

The IPG (Intelligent Power Generator) is identical to the standard CUT S, delivering the same high cutting speeds and excellent surface finish quality. The machine delivers up to 250 mm2/min on 50 mm thick tool steel, Ra 0.10 um (4 uin) standard finish capability, and the same real-time parameter optimization.

Intelligent Collision Protection (ICP) carries over from the standard CUT S. On the CUT S 400, this is particularly valuable because the larger travel means more potential for clamp interference on bigger workpieces. The system adapts to the work zone geometry and provides protection regardless of fixture positioning.

The larger table accommodates workpieces up to 900 x 650 x 256 mm (35.4 x 25.6 x 10.1 in) and 800 kg (1,764 lb). That is a meaningful capacity increase over the standard CUT S and puts the machine into territory where it handles most production mold plates without restriction.

Wire compatibility is 0.10 to 0.30 mm standard, and U/V travel is +/-60 mm for taper work. The UNIQUA HMI and all software features are identical to the standard CUT S. Machine weight is approximately 4,500 kg (9,921 lb) without dielectric.

New CUT S 400 machines price between $160,000 and $220,000. Used machines from 2018-2022 trade in the $80,000-$140,000 range.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	400 mm (15.7 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	900 x 650 x 256 mm (35.4 x 25.6 x 10.1 in)
Max Workpiece Weight	800 kg (1,764 lb)
Wire Diameter Range	0.10 - 0.30 mm (0.004 - 0.012 in)
Surface Finish	Ra 0.10 um (4 uin Ra); sub Ra 0.08 um achievable
Positioning Accuracy	2 um
Max Cutting Speed	250 mm2/min (39 in2/hr)
CNC Control	UNIQUA HMI (touchscreen)
Generator	IPG (Intelligent Power Generator)
Collision Protection	ICP (Intelligent Collision Protection)
Machine Weight	4,500 kg (9,921 lb) without dielectric
Machine Dimensions	2,700 x 2,200 x 2,320 mm (106.3 x 86.6 x 91.3 in)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

400 mm X-travel opens up larger progressive die sections and mold plates that do not fit on the standard 350 mm CUT S
800 kg (1,764 lb) workpiece capacity handles most production mold plates without weight restrictions
Same IPG generator and cutting speed as the standard CUT S with no performance penalty for the larger envelope
ICP collision protection is especially valuable with larger workpieces where clamp interference risk increases
UNIQUA HMI and all software features identical to CUT S, so no retraining needed if upgrading
Ra 0.10 um surface finish capability maintains the quality standards of the CUT S platform

Limitations

Only 50 mm more X-travel than the standard CUT S, which may not justify the $20,000-$30,000 price premium for some shops
Larger footprint at roughly 5 square meters requires more floor space than the compact CUT S
Y and Z travel remain at 250 and 256 mm; for more travel in all axes, consider the CUT 1000
IPG generator maintenance requirements same as CUT S, more involved than the ISPG on CUT E machines
Limited availability on the used market compared to the more popular standard CUT S

Best For

Mold shops regularly cutting plates in the 350-400 mm range that outgrow the standard CUT S envelope Progressive die manufacturers needing extra X-travel for wider die sections Shops standardizing on CUT S technology that need both compact and extended-travel machines running identical software Production environments cutting heavy workpieces up to 800 kg that exceed the CUT S 500 kg capacity Facilities that want CUT S speed and ICP protection but need to handle a broader range of part sizes Tool and die shops where 400 mm X-travel covers 90+ percent of work without requiring a larger machine

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a GF AgieCharmilles CUT S 400 cost?

New CUT S 400 machines price between $160,000 and $220,000. Used machines from 2018-2022 sell in the $80,000-$140,000 range.

02 What is the difference between the CUT S and CUT S 400?

The CUT S 400 adds 50 mm of X-travel (400 vs 350 mm), a larger table for workpieces up to 900 x 650 mm, and increased weight capacity of 800 kg vs 500 kg. Generator, control, and accuracy are identical.

03 Is the CUT S 400 as fast as the standard CUT S?

Yes. It shares the same IPG generator, delivering identical cutting speeds up to 250 mm2/min.

04 How does the CUT S 400 compare to the CUT 1000?

The CUT S 400 has 400 x 250 mm X/Y travel. The CUT 1000 is a large-format machine with 1,000 x 550 mm travel at a much higher price point.

05 Does the CUT S 400 have ICP collision protection?

Yes. Same Intelligent Collision Protection as the standard CUT S.