FW5000H Series
For industrial production and high volumes
CNC Fastwire cutting machine for the industrial series production of cut parts made of PU, PUR, PIR, stone wool, and glass wool.
For industrial series production
The FW5000H Series is a CNC Fastwire cutting machine for industrial production operation. It is designed for recurring cutting tasks, high volumes, and permanent use in ongoing production.
With the fast-rotating cutting wire, you can produce pipe sections, insulation profiles, insulation elements, transport protection, technical cut parts, and custom 2D contours from various foam and insulation materials as well as stone wool and glass wool.
The machine works with a fast-rotating cutting wire that separates the material mechanically and without heat input. The continuous wire reaches speeds of nearly 300 km/h.
What can I produce?
Pipe sections
Pipe sections and insulation shells for pipe and plant insulation – produced repeatably and in series.
Transport protection
Contour-cut protective parts for large or sensitive components – produced to match the respective geometry.
Insulation elements and profiles
Insulation profiles, insulation elements, and technical cut parts for construction, plant engineering, and industrial applications.
Custom contours
Free 2D contours according to a drawing or saved cutting programs – from a single part to a recurring series.
How can I produce?
Depending on how your material is available, it is processed on the FW5000H – as a block, as a board, or directly as a complete pallet.
For EPS and Styrofoam, we recommend our hot-wire cutting machines.
Blocks on the machine
Material blocks made of PU, PUR, and PIR are picked up next to the machine and pushed onto the open table – directly from the forklift or via a roller conveyor. They are then aligned and cut under CNC control.
This produces pipe sections, insulation profiles, insulation elements, technical cut parts, and free 2D contours.
Heavy blocks usually stay securely in place simply due to their own weight.
Raw material can be cut to length and trimmed to defined dimensions beforehand.
Boards on the machine
Stone wool and glass wool as well as other board materials are processed exclusively lying flat on the machine table.
This makes it possible to produce insulation elements, technical cut parts, and custom contours from boards.
If you would like to cut boards standing upright – for example several identical contours in a single operation – the FW4000H Series with vertical board stabilization is the right machine.
Pallet on the machine
Boards are often delivered as a complete pallet. It is placed directly on the open machine table with the forklift.
A complete pallet of flat-lying boards is cut in a single pass – without reloading. This produces high volumes without additional handling.
Which machine should I choose?
The three models differ only in the length of the working area. Width, working height, axes, cutting wire, and connection values are the same for all models. The only decisive factor for the selection is therefore how long your material is.
The FW5120H and the FW5125H are designed for the usual standard blocks of 2,000 and 2,500 mm, the FW5130H for longer material and special formats. Larger dimensions are possible on request.
| FW5120H | FW5125H | FW5130H | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Working area L × W | 2,000 × 1,250 mm | 2,500 × 1,250 mm | 3,000 × 1,250 mm |
| Working height | 1,250 mm | 1,250 mm | 1,250 mm |
| Footprint L × W | 4,500 × 2,300 mm | 5,500 × 2,300 mm | 6,500 × 2,300 mm |
How fast can I cut?
The material determines the cutting speed
How fast cutting can be done depends on material, density, contour, and cutting wire and cannot be stated in general terms.
For reliable values, we are happy to carry out sample cuts with your material in our sample production.
Which cutting wire is used?
The FW5000H works with a fast-rotating cutting wire, which cuts the material mechanically and without heat input.
The cutting wire consists of several wire cores, around which another wire is wound. Depending on the material, different windings are used to achieve the best possible cut quality and cutting speed.
The cutting wire used has a diameter of 1.2 to 1.6 mm.
Which software is used?
A CNC machine is only as good as its software – it determines how quickly and easily jobs can be prepared. Good software saves time and money in day-to-day production.
CAM software for custom contours
A CAM software translates a CAD drawing (DXF or DWG) into a machine program. With us, CAD, CAM, and machine software are separate – you can use any suitable CAM software. Our own styroCAM Fastwire is included for the first year.
Machine plugin
For simple cuts – rectangular contours, cutouts, miter cuts – a plugin is available directly at the machine, with no CAD or CAM at all. Since we develop the software in-house, customer-specific functions are possible.
What happens in a service case?
In a service case, you receive support directly from cnc-multitool – by phone, email, or remote maintenance, so many questions can be resolved immediately.
Important components are easily accessible and quick to replace; if needed, a service technician comes on site. The goal is always to keep downtime as short as possible.
Machine features
The FW5000H Series is designed for reliable work in daily production operation: a sturdy steel construction, a powerful wire drive, and practical operating and safety systems.
Sturdy steel construction
The machine frame and work table are made of welded and painted steel profiles. The solid construction ensures smooth operation and reproducible cutting results.
The open machine table is easily accessible: blocks and boards can be easily positioned, aligned, and removed – a complete pallet is placed on the table directly with the forklift.
Powerful cutting wire motor
The rotating cutting wire is driven by a strong 4 kW three-phase motor. This makes it possible to cut even high-density materials without the wire losing speed under load.
The wire speed is controlled directly via the machine software and adapted to the respective material.
Pneumatic wire tension with wire-break shutoff
During operation, the cutting wire is tensioned pneumatically. The constant tension prevents sagging and vibration – a prerequisite for clean, smooth cut surfaces without grooves.
If the wire is damaged or an unexpected event occurs in the wire run, the machine stops automatically. After a check or wire change, the program resumes at the stopping point.
Enclosed cutting arms for dust protection
Abrasive cutting produces dust that must be extracted. For this, the cutting arms are enclosed and prepared with two 100 mm dust extraction ports.
You can use a dust extraction system offered by us or a suitable external dust extraction.
Control PC package
The computer system, together with the machine software and controller, forms the operating environment of the FW5000H. It is delivered ready to operate with a current Windows Pro license – computer, interfaces, and software are matched to one another.
All computer systems from cnc-multitool feature a second SSD as a backup drive.
Dust-protected control desk directly at the machine
The control desk sits directly at the FW5000H and is designed to be dust-protected for the production environment. Computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and the controls are arranged at a fixed workstation.
This gives the operator the machine, software, and production documents right where they are needed – and control of the cutting process from the workstation at the machine.
Technical data
The most important data of the three machine variants in direct comparison. You will find the complete specification in the technical data sheet of the respective model.
| Feature | FW5120H | FW5125H | FW5130H |
|---|---|---|---|
| Working area L × W | 2,000 × 1,250 mm | 2,500 × 1,250 mm | 3,000 × 1,250 mm |
| Working height | 1,250 mm | 1,250 mm | 1,250 mm |
| Cutting wire speed | up to 300 km/h | up to 300 km/h | up to 300 km/h |
| Power supply | 400 VAC, 50–60 Hz | 400 VAC, 50–60 Hz | 400 VAC, 50–60 Hz |
| Footprint L × W | 4,500 × 2,300 mm | 5,500 × 2,300 mm | 6,500 × 2,300 mm |
| Machine height (rest / operating) | 2,000 / 3,200 mm | 2,000 / 3,200 mm | 2,000 / 3,200 mm |
| Machine weight approx. | 750 kg | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Technical data sheet | |||
| Request quote | Request quote | Request quote |
Scope of delivery
The FW5000H Series is delivered as a ready-to-operate CNC Fastwire cutting machine. The machine, controller, and basic software are already included.
Included are:
- FW5000H CNC Fastwire cutting machine
- Machine controller
- Control PC package
- Machine software
- Machine plugin
- styroCAM Fastwire (included for the first year)
- Dust-protected control desk
- 12 months warranty
Required equipment
Dust extraction
Fastwire cutting produces saw dust depending on the material and cutting wire. For production operation, a suitable dust extraction is therefore required.
The dust extraction can be obtained from us to match the machine or provided by the customer.
A correctly integrated dust extraction can be switched on and off via the machine software.
Safety guard
A suitable safety guard is required for machine operation.
Depending on the setup and production environment, this may consist of a safety fence and safety light barriers.
The safety guard can be ordered from us as well or implemented by the customer in accordance with the applicable safety regulations.
Installation and commissioning
You usually commission the FW5000H yourself – for this we provide you with documentation and videos and support you via remote service if needed.
On request, our technicians take over installation and commissioning directly at your site – set up, connected, tested, and handed over ready to operate.
Software and application training is possible at cnc-multitool, at your site, or online via TeamViewer.
Frequently asked questions
Which materials can I cut with the FW5000H?
The FW5000H is particularly suitable for PU, PUR, PIR as well as stone wool and glass wool.
What is the difference between the FW5120H, FW5125H, and FW5130H?
The difference lies in the length of the machine table.
What working width does the FW5000H have?
The working width is 1,250 mm.
Can I process material blocks on the FW5000H?
Yes. The FW5000H is designed for processing material blocks.
How are heavy blocks loaded onto the machine?
Most easily as a complete pallet with the forklift.
Do I need CAM software?
For custom contours, yes. Simple cuts can be created via the machine plugin.
Am I tied to a specific CAD or CAM software?
No. Any suitable CAM software can be used.
What happens if there is a fault with the cutting wire?
The machine stops automatically.
Does the FW5000H need compressed air?
Yes. 6 bar compressed air is required.
Do I need a dust extraction?
Yes. For production operation, a suitable dust extraction is required.
Is a safety guard required?
Yes. A suitable safety guard is required.
Can I test my own material before buying?
Yes. Sample cuts with your material are possible at our facility in Ilmenau.
Experience the FW5000H live
Would you like to see how different foam and insulation materials can be processed on the FW5000H?
Visit us in Ilmenau and experience the machine under real production conditions. You are also welcome to bring your own material and test it together with us.
In doing so, we can directly clarify which machine version, which cutting wire and which equipment make sense for your production.
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