Graphtec FCX4000-50ES Flatbed Cutting Plotter

The Graphtec FCX4000 Series achieves high quality accurate cutting through enhancement of the rigidity of the sliding mechanism and improvement of the driving system. Graphtec FCX4000 is an affordable cutting solution for small to medium print on demand jobs - using electrostatic to hold media. Operation is intuitive with its new control panel, 3.7" LCD screen, and USB / barcode functionality. Max. Speed 29.5"/sec, Max. Force 600 gf

Table Size:

The effective cutting area of the 50ES model is expanded for supporting 2 sheets of A3+ size.

• Table Size: W 42.87" x D 35.31" x H 8.03"
• Effective Cutting Area: W 25.98" x H 19.21"

Stronger Media Hold-Down

Holds media by electrostatic that is generated by electrodes arranged inside the panel. This method is suitable for cutting light weight materials.

Provided tools suitable for many applications

The FCX4000 series has 2 tool holder in the carriage. Using 2 different tools in the same job increases work efficiency.

Intuitive operation with 3.7" LCD

Settings can be easily set using the large 3.7-inch LCD (240 x 128 dots).

USB Offline Operation

Offline operation supported by use of USB flash memory.
Cut and plot data is created with Cutting Master 5 or Graphic Studio 2. That saved data may be transferred to a USB flash memory and the cut plot data file can be selected from the USB on the FCX4000 using its menu operations. This simplified work-flow enables users to operate without being connected to the computer.

Data management using bar-code function with USB flash memory
When performing contour cutting, also known as Print & Cut, the cutting data is automatically selected from the prepared USB flash memory. The FCX4000 scans the bar code printed on the media then automatically performs the contour cutting job. This emerging method helps to prevent operator error of using incorrect data - thus improving workflow efficiency.

Expanded Contour Cutting Area
This included function expands the print and cut area to include objects outside of the registration marks! Production efficiency is enhanced and media waste is reduced.

Supports Standard Crop Marks
Contour cutting pre-printed media is also possible using standard crop marks. This operation is available with the included Cutting Master 5 plug-in workflow.

Reversed Color Registration Marks
Registration marks are detectable when there is sufficient contrast against the mark and its background. Ultra glossy and reflective media offer challenges for accurate registration mark detection. With this reversed color output, the sufficient contrast is brought back for the ability to contour cut pre-printed ultra glossy and reflecting sheeting.

Included Software

Graphtec Studio 2 (MAC & PC)
Easy-to-use application software for creating original designs. Includes enhanced functions such as auto-shapes, shading, and editing functions. It can also configure the cutting conditions and other settings on the plotter. EPS / Ai / CMX / PDF file compatibility allows users to import pre-existing designs.  This is an easy-to-use application software for Mac OS to create original designs. Images can be easily created by using the program icons that are arranged around the drawing area.

Cutting Master 5 MAC & PC)

The ALL NEW Cutting Master 5 boasts a list of new and improved operational features with an intuitive interface that will boost your production to the next level. Most notable new feature is the REMOTE PANEL UTILITY that gives you Full Access to the Cutter Control Panel from your computer for a more efficient workflow.