Graphtec FC4550-50

Graphtec FC4550-50 Flatbed Cutting Plotter

The Graphtec FC4550-50 is a compact, professional flatbed cutting plotter designed for precise cutting, creasing, scoring, perforation, and plotting applications. With a maximum cutting speed of 750 mm/s and an effective cutting area of 590 × 430 mm, it offers an efficient solution for sign-making, packaging prototypes, stencil production, and processing materials that may be difficult to feed through conventional friction-feed cutting plotters.

Its digital servo system, two-tool configuration, and support for a variety of flexible and semi-rigid materials make the FC4550-50 suitable for both graphics production and selected industrial applications. The flatbed design helps maintain material positioning during processing, while Graphtec's ARMS registration system supports accurate contour cutting and reverse-side processing.

Key Features

• Compact flatbed design: Tabletop configuration suitable for workshops and production environments with limited space.
• High-speed cutting: Maximum cutting speed of 750 mm/s (30 in/s).
• Effective cutting area: 590 × 430 mm (23.2 × 16.9 in).
• Two-tool configuration: Supports compatible cutting blades, pens, and creasing or scoring tools.
• Adjustable cutting pressure: Tool 1 supports up to 600 gf, while Tool 2 supports up to 300 gf on the FC4550-50.
• ARMS registration system: Advanced Registration Mark Sensing System for supported contour-cutting workflows.
• Reverse-side processing: Supports reverse-side cutting and creasing with ARMS.
• Versatile media handling: Processes marking films, stiff paper and card, polystyrene foam sheets, sandblast rubber, and other supported materials.
• Precision control: Mechanical resolution of 0.005 mm (5 μm).
• Multiple functions: Includes copy, creasing, and repeated-cut functions.

Technical Specifications

Compatible Materials

The FC4550-50 is designed to process a range of materials used in sign-making, prototyping, and industrial applications, including:

• Marking films, including vinyl, fluorescent, and reflective films
• Stiff paper and card for stencils, up to 0.5 mm thick, subject to material requirements
• Polystyrene foam sheets up to 0.8 mm thick, subject to material requirements
• Sandblast rubber sheets up to 1.0 mm thick, subject to material requirements
• Microflute board, F and G grades
• Clear sheets used for plastic boxes
• High-intensity reflective film, with the required blade and backing configuration

Tools and Processing Functions

Connectivity and Operating Systems

Operating system note: The listed operating systems reflect legacy specifications. Before purchasing, verify driver availability and compatibility with your current computer, operating system, and cutting software.

Power and Operating Environment

Physical Specifications

Recommended Applications

• Sign-making and vinyl graphics
• Stencil cutting
• Packaging mock-ups and prototypes
• Paper and card cutting
• Creasing and scoring for folding applications
• Reflective graphics and marking films
• Plastic sheet processing for suitable materials
• Sandblasting mask production
• Contour cutting and reverse-side processing with supported ARMS workflows

Important Notes

• Material thickness limits depend on the material type and specified operating conditions. Test the material and tool settings before production.
• High-intensity reflective film requires the appropriate blade and backing arrangement.
• Cutting accuracy and repeatability are specified under the manufacturer's stated conditions.
• Confirm current driver and software compatibility before connecting the plotter to a modern computer.

Product Summary: The Graphtec FC4550-50 is a compact flatbed cutting plotter offering high-speed operation, fine mechanical resolution, and flexible cutting and creasing capabilities. Its tabletop format makes it a practical option for sign shops, packaging designers, print businesses, and workshops processing supported sheet materials.