Name: Graphtec CE5000-60
Brand: Graphtec
SKU: OC-783
Price: 900.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Graphtec CE5000-60 Professional Cutting Plotter – 24 Inch

The Graphtec CE5000-60 is a professional 24-inch cutting plotter designed for sign-making businesses, sticker production, vinyl lettering, and graphic finishing. Combining a digital servo drive system with precise media feeding and adjustable cutting conditions, it delivers reliable performance for everyday cutting applications.

With a maximum cutting speed of up to 60 cm/s in all directions, a maximum cutting force of 300 gf, and support for media widths up to 712 mm, the CE5000-60 offers an economical solution for businesses that need accurate, consistent, and efficient vinyl cutting.

Key Features

24-Inch Cutting Class: Suitable for vinyl graphics, lettering, decals, and sticker production.
Digital Servo Drive: Provides precise and controlled cutting performance.
Adjustable Cutting Force: Up to 300 gf across 31 programmable levels.
High Cutting Speed: Up to 600 mm/s in all directions, according to the supplied model description.
Preset Cutting Conditions: Eight preset conditions simplify setup for different cutting jobs.
Advanced Cutting Controls: Includes tangential control mode, down-force offset, pen-up speed adjustment, and blade-wear monitoring.
Flexible Connectivity: RS-232C serial and USB 2.0 Full Speed interfaces.
Legacy Computer Support: Designed for compatibility with older computer systems and supported Windows and Mac OS environments.

Technical Specifications

Model	Graphtec CE5000-60
Cutting Width Class	24-inch class
CPU	32-bit CPU
Configuration	Grit-rolling media feed system
Drive System	Digital servo
Maximum Cutting Area	603 mm × 50 m
Guaranteed Precision Area	584 mm × 5 m
Compatible Media Width	Minimum 50 mm; maximum 712 mm
Maximum Media Thickness	0.25 mm
Maximum Cutting Speed	600 mm/s in all directions; up to 1,000 mm/s at 45° as listed in the supplied series specifications
Programmable Cutting Speed	Selectable settings from 1–10 cm/s, then 15–60 cm/s in specified increments
Maximum Cutting Force	4.4 N (450 gf) listed for the CE5000-60 in the supplied series table; the product introduction states 300 gf. Confirm the exact model specification before purchase.
Minimum Character Size	Approximately 5 mm for alphanumeric characters, depending on font and media
Mechanical Resolution	0.005 mm
Programmable Resolution	GP-GL: 0.1 / 0.05 / 0.025 / 0.01 mm; HP-GL: 0.025 mm
Repeatability	0.1 mm or less per 2 m, under specified conditions
Tool Capacity	1 pen/tool holder
Compatible Cutter	Supersteel cutter blades
Compatible Pen	Water-based fiber-tip pens
Compatible Media	PVC marking film, fluorescent film, and reflective film up to 0.25 mm thick, excluding high-luminosity reflective film

Control Panel and Cutting Functions

The CE5000-60 features a front control panel for adjusting cutting parameters and managing production settings. Its available functions include:

Eight preset cutting conditions
Adjustable cutting force and speed
Tangential control mode
Down-force offset adjustment
Pen-up speed adjustment
Blade-wear monitoring
GP-GL and HP-GL command modes, selectable from the control panel

Connectivity and Interface

Serial Interface	RS-232C, 25-pin connector
USB Interface	USB 2.0 Full Speed
Buffer Capacity	2 MB
Command Languages	GP-GL and HP-GL
Display	Liquid crystal display, 16 characters × 1 row

Software Compatibility

The CE5000 software ecosystem includes tools for preparing cutting layouts, setting cutting conditions, and producing print-and-cut graphics.

ROBO Master Pro 2.5: Drawing software for supported legacy Windows systems, with AutoTracing functionality.
Cutting Master 2: Production Manager and plug-in for supported Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW versions.
Print-and-Cut Layouts: The supported Cutting Master 2 workflow can add registration marks and prepare designs for output to the plotter.

The supplied software information references legacy Windows and Mac OS versions. Software availability, plug-in support, and compatibility with modern operating systems or current versions of Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW are not guaranteed. Verify compatibility before purchasing.

Power and Operating Environment

Rated Power Supply	100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	100 VA
Operating Temperature	10–35°C
Operating Humidity	35–75% RH
Environment for Guaranteed Precision	16–32°C and 35–70% RH

Physical Specifications

Dimensions (W × D × H): Approximately 851 × 585 × 1,004 mm
Weight: Approximately 25 kg

Recommended Applications

Vinyl lettering and signage
Sticker and decal production
Window graphics and promotional displays
Reflective and fluorescent film cutting, subject to media compatibility
Print-and-cut graphics using a supported software workflow
Small sign shops, print studios, and advertising businesses

Important Notes

The CE5000-60 is a legacy cutting plotter model. Confirm the machine's condition, accessories, and software availability when purchasing used or refurbished equipment.
The supplied introduction lists a maximum cutting force of 300 gf, while the supplied model comparison lists up to 450 gf for the CE5000-60. Confirm the exact specification for the unit being offered.
Dimensions and weight are approximate and may vary with included stand or accessories.
Media compatibility and cutting accuracy depend on the material, blade, settings, and operating conditions.

An Economical Solution for Vinyl Cutting

The Graphtec CE5000-60 combines servo-driven cutting, adjustable production settings, and flexible connectivity in a 24-inch-class machine. For sign-making and graphics businesses working with compatible vinyl and marking films, it offers a practical cutting solution when its legacy software and computer requirements are taken into account.

Graphtec CE5000-60