Robocut ?-CiC Series

July 8, 2021
Methods Machine Tools' Robocut ?-CiC EDM machines offer a faster and more exact experience.

Adding to its line of wire electrical discharge machining (EDM) products, the FANUC RoboCut ?-CiC series creates a faster, more exact EDM experience. The line currently offers two sizes: RoboCut ?-C400iC and RoboCut ?-C600iC.

 

Constructed for ultimate rigidity, the advanced EDM machines minimize the amount of distortion embedded into each part. New discharge devices, powered by the SF3 power supply, improve surface roughening capabilities while maintaining high cutting speeds.

 

Additional features include a taper adjustment function for high-precision taper cutting, thermal displacement compensation for increased stability, and faster cycle times thanks to the automatic wire feeding system, AWF3, and core stitch technology.

 

The RoboCut ?-C400iC has travel lengths of 15.748 in. on the X-axis, 11.811 in. on the Y-axis, and 10.039 in. on the Z-axis. Travel on the ?-C600iC is 23.622 in., 15.748 in., and 12.204 in. on the X, Y, and Z-axis, respectively.

 

The new models replace their respective counterparts in the ?-CiB series. The C800iB, which belongs to the previous generation of RoboCut ?-CiB, is still a part of Methods’ product offering.

  • Discharge Control Ai2 (C400iC) / Discharge Control Ai3 (C600iC)
  • Anti-recast Power Supply
  • 3D Coordinate System Rotation
  • Thermal Monitoring and Compensation
  • “Core Stitch” Slug Retention
  • Fully Integrated 4 and 5-axis for “Turn & Burn” Capability
  • Auto Wire Feeding AWF3
  • FANUC 31i-WB Controller with New iHMI User Interface
  • Wire Size: .004 to .012 in.
  • Inverter Controlled Chiller
  • CUT-LINKi Offline Cutting Monitor (STD)
  • Power Savings Mode
  • Rotary Glass Encoder (.000002 in.)
  • 2 Year Parts/1 Year Labor Standard Warranty
 C400iCC600iC
Weight
Machine Weight4,840 lb. (2,200 kg)6,700 lb. (3,040 kg)
Specs
Maximum Workpiece Size28.7 x 24.8 x 10 in.
(730 x 630 x 255 mm)
41 x 32 x 12.2 in.
(1,050 x 820 x 310 mm)
Maximum Workpiece Weight1,100 lb.
(500 kg)
2,200 lb.
(1,000 kg)
U/V Travels±2.362 in. (60 mm)±3.937 in. (100 mm)
X/Y Axis Travels15.7 x 11.8 in.
(400 x 300 (mm)
23.6 x 15.7 in.
(600 x 400 mm)
Z-Axis Travel10.0 in. (255 mm)16.2 in. (412 mm)
Maximum Cutting Speed (Brass)31
Auto Wire Feed (AWF3)Standard
Wire Diameterø 0.004 to 0.012 in. (0.21 to 0.31 mm)
Maximum Wire Weight66 lb. (30 kg)
Positioning Accuracy.±.0001 in.
Dielectric Tank
Tank Capacity145 gal  (550 L)301 gal (1,140 L)
Paper Filter (Cartridge Type)2 quantity
Inverter ChillerStandard
Power Supply
Digital Power SupplyStandard