FALCON.

T H E E C O N O M I C A L S O L U T I O N .R E L I A B L E A N D E F F I C I E N T.

FALCON.The best cost-benefit ratio for your success.

The robust FALCON machine can beused for plasma, oxyfuel, or combinedplasma and oxyfuel cutting. This makesthe FALCON a remarkably versatilemachine that can meet the needs ofyour current production but with the

opportunity to upgrade in the future ifyour cutting demands change.This together with a competitive costensures that the FALCON delivers thebest price-performance ratio in its class.

FALCON. New Dimensions inOxyfuel and Plasma Cutting.The machine consists of a solid, reinforced main beam. This ensures perfect stiffness over the entire machine width. The low level outboard rail is mounted below the height of the cutting table. This allows for easy loading and unloading of the table with forklifts and

minimises the risk of collision with the machine. The transverse and longitudinal drive system with AC drives offers the highest accuracy throughout the entire cutting area.

The Falcon features a transverse drive motor with precision rack and pinion gear, together with backlash-free gears and drives which give high cutting and positioning speeds. The linear guiding with AC motors ensures accu-rate travel of the torch carriage with smooth, rapid acceleration. The design and high build

quality reduce maintenance costs and en-sure a long mechanical service life. Two tool carriages are attached to a zero-backlash steel band which – unlike conventional steel ropes – is not susceptible to slag deposits. The rapid-action coupling allows for efficient manual positioning of the tool carriages.

Plasma Cutting.Various ESAB plasma cutting systems are available for cutting mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium. The precise setting of the cutting torch height is achieved automatically by means of an initial height sensing andmaintained by an arc voltage height control

during the cutting process. This ensures optimum cutting quality at all times.The ESAB collision protection system will immediately stop the cutting process and shut down the machine in case of acollision or crash.

Oxyfuel Cutting.The FALCON can be fitted with two oxyfuelcutting torches for cutting mild steel plates with thicknesses of up to 150 mm.Each tool carriage is equipped with a reliable automatic ignition device. Solenoid valves

on the carriages allow for automatic piercing. The cutting height is determined by a capa-citive ring, which automatically maintains the torch height to ensure the optimum cut quality.

Numerical Control System.The FALCON is a highly versatile machine for oxyfuel cutting and plasma. All processes are controlled from the CNC system. Extensive control functions, interfaces and an integra-ted cutting database with 65 fixed programs

deliver a high degree of reliable,reproducible quality of cutparts. The CNC systems are also easy to use, resulting in low costs but with high productivity.

FALCON technical data

Machine size (B) 3,000 mm

Cutting with one torch (A) 2,000 mm

Max. piercing one torch 100 mm

Cutting with two torches (A) 2 x 1,000 mm

Max. piercing two torches 60 mm

Base rail length 8,000 mm

Rail height 950/500 mm

Cutting thickness with 1 torch 150 mm

Cutting thickness with 2 torches 100 mm

Recommended process speed 50 – 6,000 mm/min

Position speed 9,000 mm/min

Number of tool carriages 2

Fuel gases propane

Main voltage 230 / 50 V/Hz

Power input ~ 2,000 VA

Machine length 1,950 mm

Machine height (D) 1,900 mm

Cutting table height 700 mm

Machine width (C) 3,400 mm

The rights to make technical modifications and improvements is reserved. Products may vary from those illustrated.

Operating data and specifications.

Power of Plasma (refer to ESP-150 broschure)

ESAB. Your Partnerin Welding and Cutting.

Seven decades of experience and consistent focus on the needs of our customers form the basis of our successful and comprehensive range of cutting machines. In accordance with thermal cutting processes – plasma cutting, oxyfuel cutting and laser cutting – ESAB has developed a range of machines that efficiently combines top-quality cutting with high cutting rates and allows intelligent integration into automated manufacturing processes.

In many industries the FALCON also contributes to optimising production and raising the profitability of our customers.

ESAB CUTTING SYSTEMS GmbHRobert-Bosch-Str. 20 · D-61184 Karben, GermanyTel.: +49(0) 60 39 / 40-0 · Fax: +49(0) 60 39 / 40-301E-Mail: info@esab-cutting.dewww.esab.com

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The control system VISION 51.

M O R E C O M F O R T. M O R E P E R F O R M A N C E .M O R E S U C C E S S I N C U T T I N G .

The VISION 51.Intelligence in a compact design.The Vision 51 is the leader in its class for design and functionality. Designed for tough continuous use this control system provides reliable, repeatable quality together with the safe monitoring of all processes. A technology database allows the full automation of the cutting processes by means of storing the process parameters

in technology records. The user friendly control panel has an easy to read 10.4“ LCD and ergonomically optimised pushbuttons. The intelligent interfaces and comprehensive functions also make a crucial contribution to solving your cutting tasks quickly, easily and economically.

Model-specific data

• Low-reflection 10.4” LCD with

640 x 480 pixel resolution

• 4 groups of station keys

• 6 quick-access buttons

• Electronic handwheel for positioning

• Electronic handwheel for speed control

• 8-position directional joystick

• One shared processor for

operating unit and machine control

• 256 MB Flash memory, 512 MB RAM, expandable

• 3 tool-path controlled axes (X, Y, P)

• 4 positioning axes for tool lifts

• Environmental conditions: temperature range +5 to +45°C

in operation, extendable using cooling/heating unit,

relative humidity up to 90%, no condensation

• Programming certified to ISO 6983 and ISO 6582

• Graphical representation of the parts and progress

in processing

• Ethernet (LAN)

• RS232 / 422

• USB e.g. for data exchange via USB stick

Other useful functions for you:

Automatic machine referencing

Technology database for plasma, oxyfuel and marking processes

Plate alignment

Order management

Program parking

Dynamic kerf correction

Support for over 20 languages – switchable online

Automatic gantry control

Mirroring, rotation and scaling of a cutting program

Program continuation after power failure

Preparation for heating / air conditioning unit

Internet connection for worldwide remote maintenance, etc.

The VISION 51 runs on the Windows®

CE 5.0 operating system, which in terms of stability and security is designed especially for the stringent requirements in the industrial environment.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

ESAB. Your partnerin welding and cutting.

Seven decades of experience and the consistent focus on the needs of our customers are the foundations for the successful and comprehensive product range of our cutting machines. In keeping with the thermal cutting processes – plasma cutting, oxy-fuel cutting and laser cutting – ESAB has developed a range of machines that efficiently combine the highest cut quality with high cutting speeds, allowing intelligent integration into automated production processes.

With our machine control systems we also contribute to optimizing production in many sectors and increasing the operating efficiency of our customers.

ESAB CUTTING SYSTEMS GmbHRobert-Bosch-Str. 20 · D-61184 Karben, GermanyTel.: +49(0) 60 39 / 40-0 · Fax: +49(0) 60 39 / 40-301E-Mail: info@esab-cutting.comwww.esab.com

Includes manufacturing facilities of ESAB North America, a wholly owned subsidiary of Anderson Group Inc.

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