Name: Graphtec FC8600-130 (54″)
Brand: Graphtec
SKU: OC-123
Price: 2160.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Graphtec FC8600-130 (54″) Cutting Plotter

The Graphtec FC8600-130 is a professional wide-format cutting plotter designed for high productivity, precision, and reliable long-length media tracking. With a maximum cutting speed of 1,485 mm/s and cutting force of 5.88 N (600 gf), it is suitable for sign-making, graphics production, vinyl cutting, and other applications requiring consistent cutting performance.

Featuring a digital servo drive, ARMS 5.0 registration mark sensing, and adjustable push-roller pressure, the FC8600-130 combines efficient production with flexible handling of supported media. Its 54-inch class cutting width makes it suitable for businesses working with medium-to-large-format graphics.

Key Features

54-inch class format: Supports media widths up to 1,529 mm and a maximum cutting area width of 1,372 mm.
High-speed cutting: Maximum cutting speed of 1,485 mm/s in the 45° direction.
High cutting force: Up to 5.88 N (600 gf), adjustable in 48 steps.
Long-length tracking: Guaranteed accuracy for specified cutting widths and lengths, including up to 15 m under the stated conditions.
Stable media feeding: Three push rollers with three pressure settings help maintain consistent media movement.
ARMS 5.0: Optical registration mark sensing with segment area and multiple-mark compensation, four-point axis alignment, and automatic mark detection.
Built-in light pointer: Integrated into the tool carriage.
Built-in cross-cutter: Helps cut media across its width after a job.
Flexible connectivity: USB 2.0, RS-232C, and Ethernet interfaces.

Technical Specifications — FC8600-130

Specification	Details
Model	Graphtec FC8600-130
Cutting width class	54-inch class
Maximum media width	1,529 mm
Maximum cutting area	1,372 mm × 50 m
Maximum cross-cut width	1,496 mm
Cutting area of guaranteed accuracy	1,342 mm × 10 m or 894 mm × 15 m
CPU	32-bit CPU
Configuration	Grit rolling type
Drive method	Digital servo drive
Maximum cutting speed	1,485 mm/s at 45° direction
Axial acceleration	Maximum 39.2 m/s² (4 G), in 8 steps
Maximum cutting force	5.88 N (600 gf), in 48 steps
Mechanical resolution	0.005 mm
Programmable resolution	GP-GL: 0.1 / 0.05 / 0.025 / 0.01 mm; HP-GL™: 0.025 mm
Distance accuracy	Maximum 0.1 mm or 0.1% of plotted length
Repeatability	Maximum 0.1 mm for plots up to 2 m, excluding media expansion and contraction
Minimum character size	Approximately 3 mm alphanumeric, depending on font and media
Number of push rollers	3 rollers
Mountable number of tools	1 standard tool; 2 tools with optional second penholder
Display	3-inch backlit graphic LCD
Buffer memory	2 MB

Supported Tools and Media

Tool Compatibility

Tool	Specification
Cutting blade	Supersteel blade, 0.9 mm or 1.5 mm diameter
Pen	Water-based fiber-tip pen or oil-based ballpoint pen
Pouncing tool	Steel pin, 1.2 mm diameter; optional PPA 33-TP12 required
Light pointer	Built into the tool carriage
Cross-cutter	Built into the tool carriage
Perforation cutting	Supported through force control

Compatible Media

Self-adhesive marking film, including vinyl, fluorescent, reflective, and high-intensity reflective film, up to 0.25 mm thick.
Sandblast resist rubber up to 1 mm thick.
Regular paper from 0.06 mm to 0.13 mm thick for pouncing applications.

ARMS 5.0 Registration Mark Sensing

The FC8600-130 includes Graphtec's ARMS 5.0 optical registration mark sensing system for workflows that require accurate alignment between printed graphics and cut paths.

Optical registration mark detection.
Segment area compensation.
Multiple-mark compensation.
Four-point axis alignment.
Automatic mark detection.

Connectivity and Software

Item	Details
USB	USB 2.0 High Speed
Serial interface	RS-232C
Network interface	Ethernet 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX
Command sets	GP-GL and HP-GL™ emulation; selectable by menu or command, including auto select
Condition settings	Two user configurations, each with eight separate condition settings
Included software	Windows driver, Plotter Controller, Graphtec Studio, and Cutting Master 3
Listed compatible operating systems	Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / Vista; Mac OS 10.6 to 10.10

Software compatibility note: The operating systems above are those listed in the supplied specifications. Compatibility with newer Windows or macOS versions should be verified before purchase or installation.

Physical and Electrical Specifications

Specification	Details
Dimensions (W × D × H)	Approximately 1,878 × 715 × 1,219 mm
Weight	Approximately 50 kg, including stand
Power supply	100–240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz
Maximum power consumption	160 VA
Operating temperature	10–35°C
Operating humidity	35–75% RH, non-condensing
Environment for guaranteed accuracy	16–32°C, 35–70% RH, non-condensing
Listed standards	UL60950-1, cUL, CE mark (low voltage and EMC), KC mark (low voltage and EMC), FCC-A, EN55022-A

Standard Accessories Included

Item	Quantity	Description
Power cord	1	Cord type varies by destination
Cutting blade holder	1	PHP33-CB09N-HS
Cutting blade	1	CB09UB
Fiber-tip pen holder	1	PHP31-FIBER
Water-based fiber-tip pen	1	KF700-BK, black ink
Stand	1 set	Stand parts kit
Media stocker	1 set	Stock rollers and mounting brackets, installed on the stand
Basket	1 set	PG0042 parts kit for FC8600-130
USB cable	1	USB 2.0 cable, 2.9 m long
DVD-ROM	1	PDF user manual, Windows driver, Plotter Controller, Graphtec Studio, and Cutting Master 3
Manuals	2	Quick start guide and safety guide

FC8600 Series Model Comparison

The FC8600 series is available in five cutting-width classes. Compare the main media capacities, cutting widths, and machine dimensions below.

Specification	FC8600-60	FC8600-75	FC8600-100	FC8600-130	FC8600-160
Approx. cutting width class	24″	30″	40″	54″	64″
Maximum media width	770 mm	920 mm	1,224 mm	1,529 mm	1,850 mm
Maximum cutting area width	610 mm	762 mm	1,067 mm	1,372 mm	1,626 mm
Maximum cutting area length	50 m	50 m	50 m	50 m	50 m
Maximum cross-cut width	734 mm	886 mm	1,191 mm	1,496 mm	1,750 mm
Push rollers	2	2	3	3	4
Weight including stand	Approx. 38 kg	Approx. 42 kg	Approx. 46 kg	Approx. 50 kg	Approx. 59 kg
Approx. dimensions (W × D × H)	1,128 × 715 × 1,219 mm	1,278 × 715 × 1,219 mm	1,578 × 715 × 1,219 mm	1,878 × 715 × 1,219 mm	2,138 × 715 × 1,219 mm

Recommended Applications

Sign-making and large-format graphics production.
Vinyl lettering, decals, and vehicle graphics.
Contour cutting of printed graphics using registration marks.
Reflective and specialty marking film cutting.
Sandblast resist rubber cutting within the specified thickness.
Pouncing and perforation cutting workflows.

Important Notes

Cutting performance and tracking accuracy depend on media type, media condition, setup, and operating environment.
Guaranteed accuracy varies according to the specified cutting width and length.
The optional second penholder is required to mount two tools simultaneously.
The pouncing tool PPA 33-TP12 is optional and must be purchased separately.
Verify software and driver compatibility with your computer's operating system before purchase.

Graphtec FC8600-130: A professional wide-format cutting plotter offering high-speed cutting, adjustable cutting force, advanced registration mark sensing, and dependable media handling for demanding graphics production.

Graphtec FC8600-130 (54″)