Graphtec FC8600-160 (64″)

Graphtec FC8600-160 (64″) Cutting Plotter

The Graphtec FC8600-160 is a professional 64-inch cutting plotter from the FC8600 series, designed for high productivity, precision cutting, 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 supports demanding sign-making, graphics production, and industrial cutting applications.

Combining a digital servo drive, advanced ARMS 5.0 registration mark sensing, and a stable media-feed system, the FC8600-160 is built to handle a wide range of compatible cutting media while maintaining dependable cutting accuracy.

Key Features

• 64-inch cutting capability: Supports media widths up to 1,850 mm, with a maximum cutting area width of 1,626 mm.
• High-speed cutting: Maximum cutting speed of 1,485 mm/s in the 45° direction.
• High cutting force: Maximum 5.88 N (600 gf), adjustable in 48 steps for different cutting requirements.
• Reliable long-length tracking: Guaranteed accuracy for specified media lengths up to 15 m, depending on cutting width and conditions.
• Stable media feeding: Four push rollers with three pressure settings help maintain consistent media movement.
• ARMS 5.0 registration system: Optical registration mark sensing with multiple-mark compensation and four-point axis alignment.
• Built-in convenience features: Light pointer and cross-cutter integrated into the tool carriage.
• Flexible connectivity: USB 2.0, RS-232C, and Ethernet interfaces.

Technical Specifications — FC8600-160

Specification	Details
Model	Graphtec FC8600-160
Maximum media width	1,850 mm
Maximum cutting area	1,626 mm × 50 m
Maximum cross-cut width	1,750 mm
Cutting area of guaranteed accuracy	1,603 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	4 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

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 System

The FC8600-160 features Graphtec's ARMS 5.0 optical registration mark sensing system to support accurate contour cutting workflows.

• 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, with menu or command selection and 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 listed above are those specified for this model in the supplied product information. 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 2,138 × 715 × 1,219 mm
Weight	Approximately 59 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	PG0043 parts kit for FC8600-160
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 widths. The following table compares the main dimensions and media capacities across the range.

Specification	FC8600-60	FC8600-75	FC8600-100	FC8600-130	FC8600-160
Approx. cutting width class	24″	30″	40″	50″	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 with registration marks.
• Reflective and specialty marking film cutting.
• Sandblast resist rubber cutting within the specified thickness.
• Pouncing workflows using the required optional tool.

Important Notes

• Cutting performance and tracking accuracy depend on media type, media condition, setup, and operating environment.
• Guaranteed accuracy varies with cutting width and length, as stated in the specifications.
• The optional second penholder is required to use two tools simultaneously.
• The pouncing tool is optional and must be purchased separately.
• Verify software and driver compatibility with your computer's operating system before purchase.

Graphtec FC8600-160: A wide-format professional cutting plotter designed for demanding production environments that require high-speed cutting, substantial cutting force, precise registration, and dependable media handling.