Graphtec FCX2000-180VC User Manual

Graphtec FCX2000-180VC

68.5" x 36" Flatbed Vinyl
Cutter and Plotter

Instruction Manual

Work Smarter, Not Harder.

The Graphtec FCX Series is the ultimate solution for prototyping and

small production runs of rigid materials without the use of a cutting die.

Added offline (USB) operation enables users of all skill levels to easily process materials.

Advanced model with wide variety
of tools and highest performance

Desktop model offering high performance
and cutting speeds up to 750 mm/s

FCX2000 Series FCX4000 Series

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FCX4 0 0 0 - 5 0 E S FC X40 0 0 - 6 0 E S

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*FCX2000-60VC shown.

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reduces deflection due to pressure during cutting. This has enabled new functions such as curved
creasing / scoring lines. Graphtec flatbed cutting plotters meet the wide variety of applications
used in prototyping and short production runs of packaging and industrial materials.

*1 FCX2000 Series only. Cutting accuracy is not guaranteed.

StickerPackaging Packaging / POP Sandblasting

Cardboard

(up to E flute :1.5 mm)*1

Sandblast resist rubberSeal / Magnet sheetHeavy paper

Enhanced functions for higher productivity and work efficiency

Offline operation supported by use of USB flash memory

Offline operation using USB flash memory

Plot dat a i s c reated fro m the des ign by using Cut tin g M aster 4 or
Graphtec Pro Studio, then the data is saved to USB flash memory. The
plot data file can be selected from the USB by menu operation on the
plotter, then cutting is performed. This simplified workflow enables users
to operate without a computer.

I easily produced it!

Pass the data

via USB

Designer

Enhanced ARMS

(Advanced Registration Mark Sensing system)

Four-point compensation ­Precise cutting even of distorted printed graphics

This feature compensates for any skewing
or distortion in printed graphics to ensure
precise contour cutting.

Data
Data

Cut w ith Gra phtec 4- point co mpensat ion
Cut w ith Gra phtec 4- point co mpensat ion

Cut with general compensation
Cut with general compensation

Print

Print

Distorted print
Distorted print

graphics
graphics

Operator

Cut
Cut

for improved productivity of P&C applications

Supported

Software

Cutting Master 4
Graphtec Pro Studio
Graphtec Pro Studio Plus

Data management using barcode function with USB flash memory

In Print & Cut operation, the cutting data is automatically selected from
USB fl ash memory by scanning the barcode printed on the media then
performs contour cutting. This prevents the usage of incorrect data, and
improves work efficiency.

P&C was performed by simply
reading the barcode!

Sheet mask

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Designer

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Pass the data

via USB

Print Data

Operator

Supported by standard crop marks ­special marks are not required for cutting

P&C is performed by printing the industry standard
crop marks. Adding special marks with Graphtec
software is not necessary. Operat io n is simple
when crop mar k information is entered wit hin

Cutting Master 4 software.

Reference Standard mark example

Reference Standard mark example

Printing

Printing

object

object

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Reverse side Cutting/Creasing using ARMS

Cutting and creasing of printed graphics is possible even on the reverse side of
the media. This prevents any scratches or damage to the printed graphic. On the
FCX Series, operation is simple using Cutting Master 4 or Graphtec Pro
Studio.

Automatic ARMS Sensitivity Adjustment

Marks are detectable when there is reasonable contrast against the background.
For example, a white mark on a colored background.

ARMS Copy function

After data is sent the first time, it can be copied multiple times without a PC. In
the FCX Series, the first four marks are scanned on the first sheet, and only the
first mark in subsequent sheets. This improves productivity by shortening scan
detection time.

Expanded cutting area

This function expands the cutting area to include objects outside of the area enclosed
by registration marks. Production efficiency is enhanced by reducing media waste.

Garment / Shoe Pattern

Cardboard / Compressed foam sheet

Traffic Signage

High-intensity reflective film

Industrial Goods

Highly-functional film

Window Display

Self-adhesive marking film

Improved application software

plug-in

software

Cutting Master 4 is Graphtec plug-in software
for Adobe I l l u s t r a tor and C o r e l D R A W
Graphics Suite. It sends cut data to the plotter
and include s a variety of functions such as:
pr evi ew, reg istr ati on mark cre ati on, tool
conditions, cut job settings and more. Cutting
Master 4 is easy to use and enables you to get
the best performance from your plotter.

Graphics

design software

Easy-to-use application software for creating
original designs. It has enhanced functions such
as auto-shapes, shading, and editing functions. It
can also configure the cutting conditions and
other settings on the plotter. Importing of EPS,
Ai*, CMX*, and PDF* file types are supported.
Graphics created with other popular design
software can be imported into the software.

* It is available on the Graphtec Pro Studio.

For MAC OS user

Included

Win Mac

Win

Table size and Media hold-down method

FCX2000 Series FCX4000 Series

FCX2000-60

610

Vacuum

920

suction

920

Vacuum suction system

Holds media usin g extern al pump
(blower). This option is most suitable
for heavy or thicker materials.

Electrostatic adsorption system

Holds media by electrostatic that
i s g en e r at ed b y el ec tr od e s
arranged ins ide th e pa nel . This
option is most suitable for cutting
light weight materials.

FCX2000-120

Vacuum suction

920

Electrostatic (*)

(*: Available in limited region.)

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1

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Vacuum suction

1200

0

FCX4000-50ES

660

488

A3+A3+

FCX4000-60ES

A3+

660

A3+

Electrostatic adsorption system

In the FCX4000, assuming use
in offices and small shop, The
el e c t r o s t at i c a d s o rp t i o n
syste m is adopt ed for bot h
model, which makes less noise

Size: mm

than othe r me thod su ch a s
vacuum suction system during
the operation.

Cling mat system

Further, By using the optional
cling mat, it is also possible to
cu t m e d i a th at c an not be
s e c u r e ly f i x e d b y t h e
el e c t r o s t at i c a d s o rp t i o n
system.

976

A3+

A3+

Size: mm

Advanced software

Option

Graphtec Pro Studio Plus is the enhanced

edition of Graphtec Pro Studio. It is optional
sof t w a re w i t h f u n cti o n s fo r imp r o v in g
productivity and advanced design. Additional
functions include: transformation of characters
and graphics, aut oma tic s equen ce numbe r
insert ion, ba rcode crea tion, templates f or
rh i nest o n e cre a tion, n esti n g , di r e c tio n a l
change of cutting lines, changing cutting order,
and more.

NEW LINEUP

Graphtec Pro Studio Plus for Rhinestone
Graphtec Pro Studio Plus for Auto Nesting

Limited Edition Software

Provided tools suitable for many applications

Creasing / scoring tool

PM-CT -002 is a new tool. This reduces
peeling and cracking on the printed surface
during t he c r ea si n g /s co ri n g p r o c e ss
compared to our existing models.

* For FCX2000 Series

For curves on heavy paper

(PM-CT-002)

For hea vy paper

(CP-002)*

For hea vy paper

(CP-001)

For c ardboard

(CP-003)*

Loupe for cutting blade

The Loupe is a s tandard accessory
us e d t o e a s i ly ad j u s t ex t r u d e d
bl ade le ngth with t h e PHP3 3 and
PHP35 blade holders.

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in correctly and safely

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