The WyTube FC Series is a tube laser cutting machine with 4 synchronized chucks, equipped with the high-performance Siemens 840D CNC system and ultra-high-power laser sources of 12.000–30.000 W, designed for manufacturers that process large industrial volumes of tubes and profiles with advanced requirements for accuracy, 360° processing and automatic beveling on both faces. With compatibility for 65 chuck sizes and a maximum diameter of 600 mm, this 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine is the top solution in the WyTube family, intended for tubular cutting operations at the highest level of automation and productivity available in the UZINEX portfolio.
The fourth chuck of the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine brings, compared with triple-chuck systems, an additional advantage of stability and control — four support points distributed uniformly along the tube length ensure minimal vibration at the high cutting speeds with 12–30 kW power, with the Siemens 840D CNC system managing the synchronization of all 4 chucks with superior industrial-grade precision.
Key advantages of the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine
• 4 synchronized chucks — maximum stability and 360° processing — the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine uses 4 chucks with synchronized HRF Autotuned control for precise 360° rotation and optimal support of the material over the entire length of up to 12000 mm, with compatibility for 65 different chuck sizes.
• Siemens 840D CNC system — the most powerful industrial CNC — the Siemens 840D CNC system, used in superior-precision machining applications, simultaneously manages all 4 chucks, the 4–5 axis cutting head and the automatic feeding system, with smooth programming and multi-language support for European operators.
• Ultra-high-power laser sources 12.000–30.000 W — fast and deep cutting — the 12–30 kW laser power of the 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine allows cutting thick-walled tubes at high commercial speeds, reducing cycle times compared with the 3–6 kW medium-power systems used in the DC and TC series.
• CNC bevel module — automatic bevel cutting on both faces — the CNC angle-cutting module of the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine performs automatic beveling on both faces of the cut, with automatic CNC angular adjustment, preparing welded joints directly in the laser cutting cycle with no secondary operation.
• Automatic feeding system with a capacity of 100.000 pieces — FUZL Azbenz — the high-rate automatic feeding system with automatic parking and feeding supports a capacity of 100.000 pieces, with automatic air-volume adjustment for the precise centering of different diameters and profiles.
• Compatibility with 65 chuck sizes — maximum versatility — the 65 available chuck sizes of the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine cover the entire range of round (diameter 10–600 mm), square, rectangular and special profiles, with fast configuration change when switching between different material types.
• Short Tail Material technology — minimal residue — the dedicated FUZL Azbenz software minimizes the length of the material residue at the bar end, reducing losses compared with conventional systems and increasing material yield on orders with costly bars.
Technical specifications of the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine
| Parameter | FC3 30 | FC3 47 | FC3 60 | FC3 SM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum tube diameter (mm) | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Maximum tube diameter (mm) | 355 | 500 | 600 | Customized |
| Max. cutting length (mm) | 100–12000 | 100–12000 | 100–12000 | 100–12000 |
| Compatible chuck sizes | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| Chuck diameter (mm) | 300 | 440 | 560–630 | Customized |
| Number of chucks | 4 — synchronized HRF Autotuned | 4 — synchronized HRF Autotuned | 4 — synchronized HRF Autotuned | 4 — synchronized HRF Autotuned |
| CNC control system | Siemens 840D — multi-language, smooth programming | Siemens 840D — multi-language, smooth programming | Siemens 840D — multi-language, smooth programming | Siemens 840D — multi-language, smooth programming |
| Laser power (W) | 12.000 – 30.000 | 12.000 – 30.000 | 12.000 – 30.000 | 12.000 – 30.000 |
| Laser source | IPG / Raycus ultra-high-power, 2-year warranty | IPG / Raycus ultra-high-power, 2-year warranty | IPG / Raycus ultra-high-power, 2-year warranty | IPG / Raycus ultra-high-power, 2-year warranty |
| Bevel module | CNC both faces — automatic angle adjustment | CNC both faces — automatic angle adjustment | CNC both faces — automatic angle adjustment | CNC both faces — automatic angle adjustment |
| Automatic feeding | FUZL Azbenz — 100.000 pieces, automatic parking | FUZL Azbenz — 100.000 pieces, automatic parking | FUZL Azbenz — 100.000 pieces, automatic parking | FUZL Azbenz — 100.000 pieces, automatic parking |
| Residue technology | Short Tail Material — dedicated software | Short Tail Material — dedicated software | Short Tail Material — dedicated software | Short Tail Material — dedicated software |
| SM configuration | Standard | Standard | Standard | Customized to order |
The WyTube FC Series versus the WyTube DC and TC — when 4 chucks and 12–30 kW are necessary
The WyTube DC Series (2 chucks, up to 6 kW) is the standard solution for medium volumes of tubes up to 800 mm diameter and 4000 mm length. The WyTube TC Series (3 chucks, up to 30 kW) extends the length to 15000 mm. The WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine adds, compared with the TC, two essential elements: the superior-grade Siemens 840D CNC system and the ultra-high laser power of 12–30 kW, with 4 chucks for maximum stability at the high cutting speeds with high power.
Choosing the WyTube FC over the TC is justified when: the required power exceeds 6 kW for cutting thick walls at commercial speed; the process requires automatic beveling on both faces simultaneously; the production volume justifies the investment in the Siemens 840D system with advanced programming; or when the 100.000-piece capacity of the feeding system is needed for uninterrupted production. UZINEX provides free consultancy to determine the optimal configuration.
Applications and industries for the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine
The WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine is intended for laser service centers specialized in industrial tubular cutting, manufacturers of offshore structures and oil platforms, manufacturers of heavy industrial equipment and companies in the shipbuilding industry that process large volumes of thick-walled tubes to superior accuracy and productivity standards.
The 12–30 kW laser power and the Siemens 840D CNC system of the 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine make the WyTube FC Series the reference solution for processing centers that handle diverse orders at premium rates — including stainless-steel tubes, special alloys and thick-walled materials where low laser power (3–6 kW) generates uncompetitively low cutting speeds.
Manufacturers of hydraulic components, heat exchangers and pressure vessels use the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine for processing high-strength-steel tubes with maximum accuracy and integrated beveling, eliminating the separate beveling operations that add time and cost in the production flow of critical components.
How the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine works
1. Automatic feeding from the FUZL Azbenz system — the bar or tube is fed automatically from the system with a capacity of 100.000 pieces, with automatic parking and air-volume adjustment for the precise centering of the material in the 4 chucks.
2. Synchronized clamping in 4 HRF chucks — the 4 chucks with synchronized HRF Autotuned control clamp the material simultaneously at 4 points distributed uniformly along the length, ensuring maximum stability and the elimination of vibration at 12–30 kW laser power.
3. Programming and control with Siemens 840D — the Siemens 840D CNC system programs the complete sequence of cuts, rotations and beveling; the smooth interface allows the complex programming of special profiles and sequences with multiple beveling angles.
4. Ultra-high-power cutting 12–30 kW — the Precitec/Raytools autofocus cutting head performs the cuts at the 12–30 kW laser power, with commercial cutting speeds on thick walls impossible to achieve with medium-power systems.
5. Automatic beveling on both faces — the CNC bevel module performs automatic beveling on both faces of the cut in the same cycle, with automatic CNC angular adjustment for each programmed joint, with no manual repositioning.
6. Short Tail optimization and unloading — the Short Tail software minimizes the material residue at the bar end; the finished parts are unloaded ready for welding or assembly without secondary operations.
Frequently asked questions about the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine
What concrete advantage does the Siemens 840D CNC system bring over standard controllers?
The Siemens 840D is one of the most advanced industrial CNC systems available, used in high-precision machining centers in the automotive, aerospace and die industries. On the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine, the Siemens 840D simultaneously manages 4 chucks, the 4–5 axis cutting head and the feeding system — a control complexity that exceeds the capabilities of standard laser controllers. The practical advantages are: smoother programming of complex sequences, more precise interpolation at high speeds, more detailed error diagnostics and native integration with the SCADA/ERP systems of plants with digital production management.
Can the FC3 SM model be customized for the customer's specific diameters?
Yes — the WyTube FC3 SM model is configured fully customized for the customer's specific requirements: maximum diameter, maximum cutting length, chuck size and feeding-system configuration. UZINEX collaborates with the customer to define the exact specifications and deliver equipment perfectly adapted to the specific production process. The free technical consultancy includes a complete analysis of the requirements and a proposal for the optimal configuration.
Is the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine eligible for European funding?
Yes. UZINEX supplies equipment for EU-funded projects — NRRP, the Regional Program, the Just Transition Program — and is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network. The WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine can be included in funding applications for modernizing industrial production capacity. UZINEX provides the complete technical documentation for public procurement procedures and tenders.
Why UZINEX for the WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine
• Free technical consultancy — standard model or customized SM — UZINEX evaluates the diameters, lengths, wall thicknesses, beveling requirements and production volume to recommend the FC3 30, FC3 47, FC3 60 model or the customized SM configuration.
• Transport, installation and commissioning included free of charge — the 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine is delivered, installed and calibrated at the customer's site, with configuration of the Siemens 840D system, testing on the real materials and complete operator training.
• Extended 60-month warranty — warranty for all components, including the laser source with an additional 2-year manufacturer warranty, with technical support and intervention in under 36 hours.
• National technical support in under 36 hours — a 24/7 telephone line and fast on-site or video intervention for all components, including the Siemens 840D system.
• AI smart manual included — complete operation, Siemens 840D programming, preventive-maintenance and troubleshooting documentation with AI assistance for 96%+ of technical requests.
• Full eligibility for European funding — complete documentation and support for EU, NRRP and structural-funds funding, including for high-value public tenders.
The WyTube FC Series 4-chuck tube laser cutting machine is the top solution for manufacturers that process industrial volumes of thick-walled tubes at 12–30 kW laser power — with a Siemens 840D CNC system, 4 synchronized chucks for maximum stability, a CNC bevel module on both faces, 65 compatible chuck sizes, automatic feeding of 100.000 pieces and Short Tail technology, in 3 standard models plus customized SM configurations.
