Machitech Pipe Cut / Pipe Cut XL
Key Specifications
Accuracy
Repeatability
min pipe diameter
max pipe diameter
max wall thickness
plasma source
How much does the Machitech Pipe Cut / Pipe Cut XL cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
The Machitech Pipe Cut / Pipe Cut XL is a plasma pipe profiling line for large round pipe. The standard machine takes diameters from 2 in (51 mm) to 30 in (762 mm), and the XL version goes to 48 in (1,219 mm). It cuts saddles, mitres, holes, slots and weld preparations with a Hypertherm XPR170, XPR300 or XPR460 source.
The two versions differ in three rows of the maker's table. Besides diameter, maximum wall thickness is 5/8 in or 1 in (XL), and the rated workpiece weight is 200 lbs/ft or 500 lbs/ft (XL). So the XL is the heavier-built machine and not merely one with a wider chuck opening. Everything else is shared: a cutting zone of 21 ft or 42 ft that can be customized, 500 ipm (12,700 mm/min) maximum cutting speed, 0.002 in (0.05 mm) positional accuracy and 0.001 in (0.03 mm) repeatability.
Handling is where this model separates from the smaller Pipe Cut SL. The chuck is fully automatic in height and clamping, floats to follow out-of-round pipe, and monitors clamp torque in real time. Pipe arrives on a motorized infeed conveyor with hourglass self-centering rollers, and the operator controls the infeed from a handheld pendant at the loading area. A laser measuring system locates the pipe despite rust or paint. Automated infeed loading, part offload and transfer conveyors are options.
For weld preparation the 5-axis bevel head is the important option, and it is not standard. Without it the torch cuts square to the pipe. Fume extraction through the chuck, oxyfuel and a flat plate table with 5 x 10 ft capacity are further options. The control is the Machitech NX4, with PypeServer Enterprise as the standard pipe software.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Min Pipe Diameter | 2 in (51 mm) |
| Max Pipe Diameter | 30 in (762 mm) or 48 in (1,219 mm) (XL) |
| Max Wall Thickness | 5/8 in or 1 in (XL) |
| Plasma Source | Hypertherm XPR170, XPR300, XPR460 |
| Cutting Zone Length | 21 ft or 42 ft, customizable |
| Support Rollers | Hourglass rollers |
| Max Cutting Speed | 500 ipm (12,700 mm/min) |
| Positioning Accuracy | 0.002 in (0.05 mm) |
| Repeatability | 0.001 in (0.03 mm) |
| Workpiece Weight | 200 lbs/ft or 500 lbs/ft (XL) |
| CNC Control | Machitech NX4 CNC |
| Bevel Head 5 Axis | Optional |
| Oxyfuel Cutting | Optional, magnetic change |
| Infeed Loading | Optional, fully automated |
| Part Offload | Optional, fully automated |
| Flat Plate Table | Optional, 5 x 10 ft capacity |
| Fume Extraction | Optional, through chuck |
| Install and Training | Included, on-site |
| Remote Support | Included, unlimited |
Specifications sourced from machitech.com — verified 2026-10-05
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Pipe from 2 in (51 mm) up to 30 in (762 mm) or 48 in (1,219 mm) (XL)
- Fully automatic floating chuck with real-time torque monitoring
- Motorized infeed conveyor with hourglass self-centering rollers
- Positional accuracy of 0.002 in (0.05 mm) and repeatability of 0.001 in (0.03 mm)
- PypeServer Enterprise comes standard
Limitations
- The 5-axis bevel head for weld prep is an option
- Wall thickness is limited to 5/8 in or 1 in (XL)
- Automated loading, offload and transfer conveyors are all options
- Minimum diameter is 2 in (51 mm); smaller pipe needs the Pipe Cut SL or Pipe Cut Rail
- Fume extraction through the chuck is optional
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Three table rows. Maximum diameter is 30 in (762 mm) or 48 in (1,219 mm) (XL). Maximum wall thickness is 5/8 in or 1 in (XL). Workpiece weight is 200 lbs/ft or 500 lbs/ft (XL). Minimum diameter, plasma sources, speed and accuracy are the same for both.
02
With the optional 5-axis bevel head, which Machitech calls ideal for weld prep. The feature text describes it as delivering 5-axis precision for weld prep, mitres, saddle cuts, holes, slots and custom contours, with a non-rotate feature for perpendicular holes.
03
A motorized infeed conveyor with hourglass self-centering rollers brings the pipe to a floating chuck. The chuck sets its own height and clamping, adapts to out-of-round pipe and monitors clamping torque. Fully automated infeed loading and part offload are optional.
04
The control is Machitech's own NX4. Every Machitech pipe cutting system comes standard with PypeServer Enterprise, and programming accepts NC1 and 3D CAD files with automatic cut pathing.
