ESAB Introduces Sabre DX Heavy-Duty Precision Cutting Machine

Florence, SC – ESAB Cutting Systems introduces the Sabre DX Precision Cutting Machine for high production plasma and oxy-fuel cutting over large working areas. Designed for heavy-duty precision cutting, the Sabre DX features a high-stiffness welded beam assembly with a precision linear way guiding system, three-axis rack-and-pinion drives, digital AC drives and AC brushless motors. The rugged gantry can be equipped with up to eight stations including up to two plasma stations featuring ESAB’s m3 Precision Plasmarc system that allows the machine to cut and mark with the same plasma torch.  Plasma stations include a High-Speed Vertical Lifter with Arc Voltage Height Control for accurate cutting and optimal cycle times. A magnetic breakaway crash protection device prevents torch damage in case of tipped parts.

The rugged three-axis precision gantry features all-steel construction with machined mating surfaces for stiffness and accuracy, with dual side drives and precision heavy-duty gearboxes for smooth motion and durability. Heavy-duty H-beam rail supports provide a sturdy, stable foundation, as well as easy installation on any concrete floor.

The machine reaches traverse speeds up to 1,400 ipm (35,560 mm/min) with positioning accuracy of +/-0.015'' and repeatability of +/-0.005'' over a 6' x 6' area. Designed for a cutting surface height of 25'', the Sabre DX is available in cutting widths from 6' to 14' (1.9 m to 4.4 m), and working lengths up to 100' (32 m).

The Sabre DX is available with a choice of 200, 360, 450 or 600 Amp m3 plasma systems. Each of these rugged power supplies is capable of 100% duty cycle and features CNC- controlled output current for improved starting and extended consumable life. The fully integrated m3 plasma system combines multiple plasma cutting and marking features in a single easy-to-use system and automatically sets all cutting parameters from the CNC simply by selecting material type, thickness and quality level. Depending on the configuration, the system can cut carbon steel up to 3'' thick, or stainless steel and aluminum up to 6'' thick.

The m3 system allows ESAB to achieve superior cutting and marking results over a wide range of materials and thicknesses while using the fewest consumable parts in the industry, and produce a superior cut face with low dross, requiring little secondary clean up. The end result is superior cutting functionality and productivity, with minimal set-up time, downtime and consumable cost.  The m3 plasma system also features the most advanced gas control system in the industry, fully automated by ESAB’s Vision CNC. The operator simply selects the material type and thickness, and the Vision CNC automatically selects and mixes the optimal start, cut and shield gas combination. Only ESAB offers fully integrated process control with the plasma system, oxy-fuel gas control, laser pointer and any other process options all operated through the Vision CNC integrated panel. As the technology leader in machine and process automation and the only total system supplier, ESAB is uniquely qualified to integrate the entire cutting process. By integrating machine motion control, cutting station control and complete plasma process control into the CNC, the Vision CNC leads the way to higher productivity and lowest overall cost-per-part.

Standard equipment on the Sabre DX is the Vision 52 CNC, a versatile control for flat plate cutting machines. This control is easy to learn, easy to use, and features a built-in process database for easy plasma process setup, including graphical displays of torch parts and part numbers. The Vision 52 also provides network connectivity and USB support. Also available on the Sabre DX is ESAB’s Vision 55 Windows XP®-based cutting machine controller. Vision 55 features a PC processor running Windows XP Embedded. The Vision 55 is an “Open Architecture” CNC, meaning that nesting programs, post processors, productivity, production scheduling or remote monitoring software can be run right on the control. The “dual-processor” design separates motion and process control from the Windows XP-based operator interface, to ensure reliable, real-time control.

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products is one of the world’s largest and most experienced manufacturers of welding and cutting equipment and welding filler metals. Recognized as the technological leader in the industry, ESAB is committed to providing cost effective solutions for its customers.  For more information on the Sabre DX, visit www.esabna.com, www.esabcutting.com or call 1-800-ESAB-123.