Koike Aronson CNC Laser Cutting Machines

Koike Aronson Fibertex Zero DBC

Specs verified 2026-10-05 · koike.com Updated 2026-10-05

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Key Specifications

oscillator

Fibertex-12 Zero: YLS-12000-DBC; Fibertex-18 Zero: YLS-18000-DBC; Fibertex-40 Zero: YLS-40000-DBC

laser power

Fibertex-12 Zero: 12 kW (12,000 W); Fibertex-18 Zero: 18 kW (18,000 W); Fibertex-40 Zero: 40 kW (40,000 W)

laser source

IPG multi-diode ytterbium laser system

structure

Gantry type, oscillator mounted

control

FANUC Series 31i

drive system

FANUC

How much does the Koike Aronson Fibertex Zero DBC cost?

Price estimate

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Overview

The Koike Aronson Fibertex Zero DBC is a gantry-type fiber laser for large plate, with the oscillator carried on the machine. It is listed in three powers, the Fibertex-12 Zero at 12 kW (12,000 W), the Fibertex-18 Zero at 18 kW (18,000 W) and the Fibertex-40 Zero at 40 kW (40,000 W). Effective cutting length starts at 4 m (13 ft) and is listed as unlimited at the top end.

That open-ended length comes from two design decisions. The oscillator, chiller and control panel are mounted on the back of the gantry, which Koike says removes the limit that fiber cable length would otherwise set. And the Class I safety enclosure is modular and travels with the cutting head, so the enclosure does not have to cover the whole table. The table itself has internal partitions to contain reflected light.

DBC stands for dual beam control: the central beam and the ring beam are set separately. Koike lists two thickness figures for mild steel on that basis. In pulse mode the range is 3.2 to 32 mm (0.12 to 1.25 in) on the Fibertex-12 Zero and 3.2 to 63.5 mm (0.12 to 2.5 in) on the Fibertex-40 Zero; in continuous wave it is 3.2 to 28 mm (0.12 to 1.10 in) and 3.2 to 44.5 mm (0.12 to 1.75 in). The maker's stainless figures disagree between its table and its text, so none is given here.

Control and drives are FANUC, with the Series 31i CNC. Fume collection is an on-board belt duct system, and Koike points out that the cutting table does not have to be filled with water. An ink jet marker and a stainless steel cutting kit are options; with the marker fitted the maximum width is 6.25 m (20.5 ft).

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Oscillator	Fibertex-12 Zero: YLS-12000-DBC; Fibertex-18 Zero: YLS-18000-DBC; Fibertex-40 Zero: YLS-40000-DBC
Laser Power	Fibertex-12 Zero: 12 kW (12,000 W); Fibertex-18 Zero: 18 kW (18,000 W); Fibertex-40 Zero: 40 kW (40,000 W)
Laser Source	IPG multi-diode ytterbium laser system
Structure	Gantry type, oscillator mounted
CNC Control	FANUC Series 31i
Drive System	FANUC
Effective Cutting Length	Minimum 4 m (13 ft); maximum unlimited
Effective Cutting Width	Minimum 1.25 m x 4 m (4 ft x 13 ft); maximum 6.5 m x 30 m (21 ft x 98 ft); maximum with ink jet marker 6.25 m (20.5 ft)
Max Cutting Thickness Mild Steel Pulse	Fibertex-12 Zero: 3.2 to 32 mm (0.12 to 1.25 in); Fibertex-18 Zero: 3.2 to 36 mm (0.12 to 1.4 in); Fibertex-40 Zero: 3.2 to 63.5 mm (0.12 to 2.5 in)
Max Cutting Thickness Mild Steel Cw	Fibertex-12 Zero: 3.2 to 28 mm (0.12 to 1.10 in); Fibertex-18 Zero: 3.2 to 32 mm (0.12 to 1.25 in); Fibertex-40 Zero: 3.2 to 44.5 mm (0.12 to 1.75 in)
Table Capacity	1-1/4 in (32 mm) with 12 kW or 1-1/2 in (38 mm) with 18 kW
Safety Enclosure	Modular Class I safety enclosure that travels with the cutting head
Video System	Integrated cameras with multiple views of the machine
Chiller Cooling System	Temperature control for oscillator and optical head
Fume Collection	On-board belt duct system

Specifications sourced from koike.com — verified 2026-10-05

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Effective cutting length from 4 m (13 ft) with no listed maximum
Class I safety enclosure travels with the cutting head instead of enclosing the whole table
Three powers: 12 kW (12,000 W), 18 kW (18,000 W) and 40 kW (40,000 W)
Dual beam control sets central and ring beam separately
FANUC Series 31i control with FANUC drives

Limitations

Continuous-wave mild steel thickness on the Fibertex-12 Zero is 3.2 to 28 mm (0.12 to 1.10 in), so heavier plate needs pulse mode or more power
Stainless cutting needs the optional stainless steel cutting kit
The ink jet marker reduces maximum width to 6.25 m (20.5 ft)
No axis speed, accuracy or power consumption figure is published in the table

Best For

Service centers and shipyards laser-cutting long plate Mild steel plate that would otherwise go to plasma, without a water table Plate with surface rust, which Koike says the beam control handles without pre-burning Installations where a fixed laser enclosure of that length is not practical

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What laser powers is the Fibertex Zero DBC offered in?

Three. The Fibertex-12 Zero uses a YLS-12000-DBC oscillator rated 12 kW (12,000 W), the Fibertex-18 Zero a YLS-18000-DBC at 18 kW (18,000 W) and the Fibertex-40 Zero a YLS-40000-DBC at 40 kW (40,000 W). The laser is an IPG multi-diode ytterbium system.

02 How large a plate can the Fibertex Zero DBC cut?

Effective cutting length is a minimum of 4 m (13 ft) with the maximum listed as unlimited. For area the table gives a minimum of 1.25 m x 4 m (4 ft x 13 ft) and a maximum of 6.5 m x 30 m (21 ft x 98 ft), with a maximum width of 6.25 m (20.5 ft) when the ink jet marker is fitted.

03 How thick can it cut in mild steel?

In pulse mode the listed range is 3.2 to 32 mm (0.12 to 1.25 in) for the Fibertex-12 Zero, 3.2 to 36 mm (0.12 to 1.4 in) for the Fibertex-18 Zero and 3.2 to 63.5 mm (0.12 to 2.5 in) for the Fibertex-40 Zero. Continuous-wave figures are lower: 3.2 to 28 mm (0.12 to 1.10 in), 3.2 to 32 mm (0.12 to 1.25 in) and 3.2 to 44.5 mm (0.12 to 1.75 in).

04 How is laser safety handled on an open-length machine?

With a modular Class I safety enclosure that travels with the cutting head. Hydraulic struts open the enclosure doors for access, the cutting table has internal partitions against reflected light, and integrated cameras give the operator multiple views of the machine.

05 Which control does the Fibertex Zero DBC use?

The FANUC Series 31i, with a FANUC machine drive system. The oscillator, chiller and control panel are mounted on the back of the gantry, which keeps the fiber cable short and puts the operation panel on the machine.