38.4 × 25.9-Inch Electrostatic Flatbed Cutter with 600 gf Cutting Force, ARMS Registration, Dual Tools and Print-and-Cut Workflow

The Graphtec FCX4000-60ES is a professional flatbed cutting plotter designed for accurate contour cutting, creasing, scoring and finishing of sheet materials used in digital printing, packaging, labels, signage, prototyping and industrial applications.

Unlike conventional roll-fed friction cutting plotters, the FCX4000-60ES uses an electrostatic flatbed media-hold system. Its effective cutting area measures approximately 976 × 660 mm / 38.4 × 25.9 inches, providing enough working area for up to four A3+ sheets in suitable production layouts.

With cutting force up to 600 gf, cutting speed up to 750 mm/s, dual-tool capability, Graphtec ARMS registration technology, Ethernet, USB and RS-232C connectivity, barcode workflow support and offline USB operation, the FCX4000-60ES is designed for low-to-medium-volume digital finishing where accurate sheet cutting matters.

Product Overview

The Graphtec FCX4000 Series is a compact professional flatbed cutting platform available in different working sizes.

The FCX4000-60ES is the larger model, providing an effective cutting area of approximately 976 × 660 mm / 38.4 × 25.9 inches.

Graphtec specifically positions this working area to accommodate up to four A3+ sheets, making the model particularly relevant for print-on-demand and post-print finishing workflows.

Potential applications include:

• Printed labels and stickers
• Contour-cut graphics
• Packaging prototypes
• Folding-carton mock-ups
• POP and POS displays
• Card and paper cutting
• Creasing and scoring
• Vinyl graphics
• Reflective film
• Sandblast resist
• Stencils
• PET and polyamide films
• Micro-flute board
• Industrial sheet materials
• Architectural models

Key Features

• Professional flatbed cutting plotter
• Digital servo drive system
• 976 × 660 mm / 38.4 × 25.9 in effective cutting area
• Suitable for layouts containing up to four A3+ sheets
• Electrostatic media hold-down
• Up to 600 gf cutting force
• Dual-tool configuration
• Up to 750 mm/s cutting speed
• ARMS registration-mark sensing
• Print-and-cut workflow support
• Contour cutting
• Creasing and scoring
• Reverse-side creasing workflow
• Perforation cutting
• Barcode-based job management
• USB flash-memory offline cutting
• 3.7-inch graphical LCD
• Ethernet connectivity
• USB 2.0
• RS-232C
• GP-GL and HP-GL command support
• Graphtec Studio 2 support
• Cutting Master 5 support
• Optional stand
• Optional cling mats for materials unsuitable for electrostatic hold-down.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Graphtec
Model: FCX4000-60ES
Series: FCX4000
Product Type: Flatbed Cutting Plotter / Digital Finishing Cutter

Drive System: Digital servo
Configuration: Flatbed

Media Hold-Down: Electrostatic panel

Effective Cutting Area: Approximately 976 × 660 mm / 38.4 × 25.9 inches

Maximum Cutting Speed: Up to 750 mm/s / 29.5 inches per second

Cutting Force – Tool 1: Up to 5.88 N / 600 gf
Cutting Force – Tool 2: Up to 5.88 N / 600 gf

Force Adjustment: 48 steps for each tool

Number of Tools: 2

Supported Tools:

• Cutting blade
• Pen
• Creasing/scoring tool

Approximate Minimum Character Size: 10 mm square, depending on font and media

Mechanical Resolution: 0.005 mm / 5 μm

Programmable Resolution – GP-GL: 0.1 / 0.05 / 0.025 / 0.01 mm
Programmable Resolution – HP-GL: 0.025 mm

Distance Accuracy: Maximum 0.2% of distance moved or 0.1 mm, whichever is greater, under Graphtec's specified conditions

Repeatability: Maximum 0.1 mm under Graphtec's specified conditions

Interfaces:

• USB 2.0 Full Speed
• Ethernet 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX
• RS-232C

Buffer Memory: 2 MB

Command Sets:

• GP-GL
• HP-GL
• AUTO switching

Control Panel: 3.7-inch graphical LCD

Power: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, automatic switching

Maximum Power Consumption: Approximately 120 VA according to Graphtec's current product specification

Operating Environment: 10–35°C, 35–75% RH, non-condensing

Specified Accuracy Environment: 16–32°C, 35–70% RH, non-condensing

Dimensions Without Stand: Approximately 1405 × 1069 × 204 mm / 55.31 × 42.08 × 8.03 in

Dimensions With Stand: Approximately 1405 × 1097 × 896 mm / 55.31 × 43.18 × 35.27 in

Weight Without Stand: Approximately 38 kg
Weight With Stand: Approximately 55 kg

38.4 × 25.9-Inch Flatbed Cutting Area

The FCX4000-60ES provides an effective cutting area of approximately:

976 × 660 mm / 38.4 × 25.9 inches

Graphtec designed the larger 60ES workspace to accommodate four A3+ sheets in suitable layouts, compared with two A3+ sheets on the smaller FCX4000-50ES.

This larger working area can improve productivity for businesses finishing multiple printed sheets or larger individual jobs.

Electrostatic Media Hold-Down

The ES configuration uses an electrostatic panel to help hold compatible material against the cutting surface.

Unlike a vacuum table, the electrostatic system does not require an external vacuum pump for normal compatible-media operation.

Graphtec describes the system as particularly suitable for lightweight materials, although some thicker materials can also be used.

Potential compatible materials include:

• Printed paper
• Card
• Vinyl
• Film
• PET
• Polyamide
• Reflective media
• Micro-flute board
• Selected foam materials
• Sandblast resist

Media that cannot be adequately secured electrostatically may require an appropriate optional cling mat or adhesive sheet.

Material suitability should always be tested before committing to production quantities.

Up to 600 gf Cutting Force

Both tool positions can provide cutting force up to approximately:

5.88 N / 600 gf

with 48 adjustable force steps.

This allows the machine to work with a wider range of sheet materials than a basic light-duty desktop cutter.

The appropriate blade, blade holder, force, speed and cutting conditions depend on the material.

Maximum cutting force should not be interpreted as a guarantee that every thick or rigid material can be successfully cut.

Up to 750 mm/s Cutting Speed

Maximum cutting speed reaches approximately:

750 mm/s / 29.5 inches per second

with speed adjustment across multiple steps.

Actual production speed depends on:

• Shape complexity
• Material
• Cutting force
• Blade
• Number of passes
• Registration requirements
• Creasing operations
• Required accuracy
• Software workflow

Complex contour-cut jobs will therefore not necessarily run at maximum mechanical speed.

Dual-Tool Configuration

The FCX4000-60ES has a dual-tool configuration.

This enables two compatible tools to remain mounted for workflows involving combinations such as:

• Cutting and creasing
• Cutting and drawing
• Cutting and scoring

Graphtec specifically positions this arrangement as a productivity feature because operators can perform different finishing operations without repeatedly changing tools.

Cutting and Creasing

The FCX4000 Series supports both cutting and creasing workflows.

This makes the FCX4000-60ES particularly relevant for:

• Folding cartons
• Packaging mock-ups
• Presentation folders
• Greeting cards
• Invitations
• Paper engineering
• POP displays
• Product prototypes

Compatible creasing tools are separate accessories and should be selected according to the media and required result.

Reverse-Side Creasing

Graphtec provides a reverse creasing function for registered printed work.

Cutting and creasing can be performed from the reverse side after registration alignment, helping prevent visible creasing traces from appearing on the printed face of suitable card stock.

This can be useful for premium packaging mock-ups, printed cards and presentation materials where the appearance of the printed surface matters.

Multiple Crease-Line Control

Graphtec also provides functions for creating controlled fold lines.

Depending on the workflow, up to three crease lines can be selected, with spacing settings available when multiple lines are used. Repeated creasing operations can also be specified.

This can help when working with card and micro-flute materials that require more controlled folding.

ARMS Registration for Print and Cut

The FCX4000 platform incorporates Graphtec's Advanced Registration Mark Sensing – ARMS technology.

ARMS reads registration marks from previously printed material and uses them to align the cutting path with the printed artwork.

Graphtec states that the system can compensate for conditions such as:

• Media skew
• Print shrinkage
• Positional variation

and can optimize cutting order in supported workflows.

This is particularly important for:

• Printed labels
• Stickers
• Packaging
• Decals
• Contour-cut graphics
• Printed cards
• POP materials

Challenging Printed Materials

Graphtec states that its registration sensor is designed to read marks on a range of challenging surfaces, including certain:

• High-gloss materials
• Laminated prints
• Glitter media
• Metallic materials
• High-intensity reflective materials

Performance can still depend on the material, printing method, registration-mark design, lighting and surface characteristics.

A production sample should therefore be tested when registration accuracy is critical.

Barcode Workflow

The FCX4000 supports Graphtec's barcode-based workflow.

A barcode can associate a printed job with the corresponding cutting data and cutting conditions, allowing the system to identify the appropriate file during supported production workflows.

This can be particularly useful where a business processes many different print-and-cut jobs.

ARMS Copy Function

For repeated copies of the same registered job, Graphtec's ARMS Copy workflow can reduce repeated registration work.

Graphtec states that subsequent copies can read only one registration mark in the supported workflow, improving productivity for repeated jobs.

Offline USB Cutting

Cutting data can be processed through compatible USB flash-memory workflows without requiring the production computer to remain connected for every job.

Graphtec specifically provides offline cutting operation using USB memory on the FCX4000 platform.

This can be useful in production areas where the cutter is physically separated from the design workstation.

Ethernet Connectivity

The FCX4000-60ES includes:

• Ethernet 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX
• USB 2.0
• RS-232C

Ethernet connectivity is particularly useful where the cutter needs to operate as part of a networked production environment rather than being permanently attached to one workstation.

Graphtec Studio 2

The FCX4000 is currently supported by Graphtec Studio 2, Graphtec's standalone cutting software for Windows and macOS.

Current Graphtec documentation lists the FCX4000 among the fully supported models and provides functions including cutter control and Remote Panel Utility access.

Graphtec Studio 2 supports importing multiple design formats, including formats such as:

• AI
• CDR
• EPS
• PDF
• SVG
• DXF
• PNG
• JPEG
• BMP
• TIFF

depending on the current software version and workflow.

Cutting Master 5

Graphtec currently provides Cutting Master 5 for supported FCX4000 workflows.

It operates as a plug-in for compatible versions of professional design software, including Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW environments identified by Graphtec.

Software compatibility changes over time, so customers should confirm their exact:

• Windows or macOS version
• Adobe Illustrator version
• CorelDRAW version
• Graphtec software version

before purchasing equipment for an established production workflow.

Current Software Compatibility – Important

Graphtec's current Graphtec Studio 2 compatibility information lists the FCX4000 as fully supported and currently lists Windows and recent macOS support for that software.

Older FCX4000 brochures may show much older operating-system ranges.

For a purchase in 2026, customers should therefore use Graphtec's current software compatibility information, not rely solely on operating-system versions printed in an older brochure.

Suitable Materials

Graphtec identifies the FCX4000 Series for applications involving materials such as:

• Self-adhesive marking film
• Vinyl
• Fluorescent film
• Reflective film
• Heavy paper
• Card
• Pattern paper
• Oil board
• PET
• Polyamide
• Micro-flute board
• Clear sheets for plastic boxes
• Polystyrene foam
• Magnet material
• Sandblast resist rubber
• High-intensity reflective film

Not every material can be processed with the same blade or settings.

Material thickness alone is also not sufficient to determine compatibility; hardness, density, surface properties and required cut quality matter.

Packaging Prototyping

One of the strongest applications for the FCX4000-60ES is short-run packaging development.

It can help produce:

• Folding-carton prototypes
• Packaging mock-ups
• Sample boxes
• Printed carton samples
• Presentation packaging
• Structural packaging concepts

The dual-tool system allows compatible cutting and creasing operations within the same workflow.

For industrial mass-production die cutting, however, customers should evaluate whether a higher-production cutting platform is more appropriate.

Labels and Stickers

The combination of print registration, contour cutting and a flat working surface makes the FCX4000-60ES useful for sheet-based:

• Product labels
• Promotional stickers
• Decals
• Safety labels
• Equipment labels
• Custom-shaped graphics
• Short-run printed labels

The cutter itself does not print.

Artwork must first be printed using a suitable printer when a print-and-cut application is required.

Signage Applications

The FCX4000 can also support selected signage workflows involving:

• Vinyl
• Reflective material
• Stencils
• Sandblast resist
• Sign-making films
• Custom-cut graphics

Graphtec specifically identifies traffic/commercial signage and monument-stencil applications among FCX4000 use cases.

Sandblast Resist and Stencil Work

For businesses working with stone, glass and related finishing applications, Graphtec identifies sandblast resist rubber and stencil applications among suitable FCX4000 uses.

The correct blade and cutting conditions must be selected for the particular resist material.

Protect Sheet

Graphtec lists the PM-CR-003 protect sheet specifically for the FCX4000-60ES.

The transparent approximately 0.3 mm sheet is intended to help protect the writing/cutting panel during suitable operations.

This should be treated as a consumable/accessory rather than assuming the cutting table itself cannot wear.

Optional Cling Mats

For materials that are difficult to secure with the electrostatic panel alone, Graphtec provides optional cling mats for film- and paper-based materials.

For the larger FCX4000 platform, Graphtec lists approximately 660 × 488 mm cling-mat options for suitable workflows.

Customers should select the mat according to the material rather than assuming one adhesive surface is suitable for every substrate.

Standard Accessories

Graphtec America's current FCX4000 information lists standard items including:

• CB15U-1 cutting blade
• PHP33-CB15N-HS blade holder
• PM-CT-001 blade loupe
• Protect sheet appropriate to model
• USB cable
• Software download access
• Documentation
• Power cord

The stand is optional for the FCX4000-60ES and should not be advertised as standard unless the exact supplier package specifically includes it.

Package contents can also vary by sales region, so the actual UAE supply configuration should be confirmed before ordering.

Optional Accessories

Depending on the application, available Graphtec accessories include:

• CB09-series blades
• CB15-series blades
• Specialized angled blades
• Blade holders
• PM-CT-001 blade loupe
• CP-001 creasing/scoring tool
• PM-CT-002 ball-tip creasing tool
• Film cling mats
• Paper cling mats
• PM-CR-003 protect sheet
• Optional FCX4000-60ES stand

The correct accessory should be selected according to material and workflow.

FCX4000-60ES vs FCX4000-50ES

Both models use the same general FCX4000 electrostatic flatbed platform, but their working areas differ substantially.

Graphtec FCX4000-60ES

• Effective cutting area: approximately 38.4 × 25.9 in
• Designed to accommodate up to four A3+ sheets in suitable layouts
• Approximate machine width: 55.31 in
• Approximate weight without stand: 38 kg

Graphtec FCX4000-50ES

• Effective cutting area: approximately 25.98 × 19.21 in
• Designed to accommodate up to two A3+ sheets
• Approximate machine width: 42.87 in
• Approximate weight: 29 kg
• The 60ES is therefore relevant when the larger working area genuinely improves the customer's production workflow.

FCX4000 vs Roll-Fed Cutting Plotter

The FCX4000 should not be treated as simply another version of a Graphtec FC9000 or CE8000.

A conventional roll/friction-feed cutter is typically more appropriate for:

• Long vinyl graphics
• Roll-fed signage
• Long decals
• Continuous media jobs

The FCX4000 flatbed platform is particularly useful for:

• Individual sheets
• Packaging prototypes
• Card
• Sheet labels
• Creasing
• Materials unsuitable for conventional friction feeding
• Precise print-finishing work

The correct platform therefore depends on the material and workflow, not simply cutting width.

FCX4000 vs FCX2000

Graphtec also offers the larger and more production-oriented FCX2000 Series.

The FCX4000 uses electrostatic media hold-down, while FCX2000 configurations include larger working areas and different hold-down configurations for more demanding production applications.

The FCX4000 is positioned by Graphtec as a compact, cost-conscious solution for low-to-medium print-on-demand production.

Customers processing larger sheets, heavier production volumes or materials requiring a different hold-down method should compare the FCX2000 before deciding.

Purpose of Use

The Graphtec FCX4000-60ES is best suited to businesses requiring a professional sheet-fed flatbed finishing cutter for relatively compact production.

Its strongest use cases include:

• Print-and-cut finishing
• Labels and stickers
• Packaging prototypes
• Short-run packaging
• Card cutting
• Creasing
• POP/POS displays
• Reflective graphics
• Stencils
• Industrial film
• Prototype development

It should not be selected solely because of its 600 gf maximum force.

The customer's actual material, thickness, sheet size, required accuracy and production volume should be evaluated first.

Things to Verify Before Ordering

Please confirm:

• Exact model: Graphtec FCX4000-60ES
• Required effective cutting area
• Maximum sheet dimensions
• Material type
• Material thickness
• Material rigidity
• Whether electrostatic hold-down is suitable
• Whether an optional cling mat is required
• Cutting versus creasing requirement
• Required blade and blade holder
• Registration-mark workflow
• Printer used for print-and-cut jobs
• Software environment
• Adobe Illustrator/CorelDRAW version where relevant
• Windows/macOS compatibility
• Ethernet, USB or RS-232C requirement
• Whether the optional stand is required
• Exact package contents
• Current UAE availability
• Applicable regional warranty and service support

For unfamiliar or unusual materials, a sample-cut test is preferable before purchasing the machine for a production commitment.

Who Should Consider the Graphtec FCX4000-60ES?

The FCX4000-60ES may be suitable for:

• Digital print shops
• Label businesses
• Packaging designers
• Packaging prototype departments
• Sign makers
• Commercial printers
• Copy and print centres
• Graphic designers
• Short-run production businesses
• Architectural model makers
• Product-development departments
• Educational design facilities
• Industrial film processors

Businesses requiring continuous long-roll vinyl production should generally evaluate a roll-fed Graphtec cutter instead.

Businesses requiring larger flatbed production should compare the FCX2000 Series.

Why NEOTECH® UAE

NEOTECH® focuses on identifying the correct cutting platform for the actual material and production requirement.

For a flatbed cutter, customers should consider:

• Material
• Sheet dimensions
• Cutting area
• Required cutting force
• Cutting and creasing needs
• Hold-down method
• Registration requirements
• Production volume
• Software workflow
• Required accessories

For the Graphtec FCX4000-60ES, the important distinction is its combination of a 38.4 × 25.9-inch effective flatbed area, electrostatic media hold-down, dual-tool configuration, up to 600 gf cutting force and registered print-and-cut capability. Graphtec America

Delivery – UAE

Delivery is available within the UAE.

Order Cut-off: 14:00 GST
Handling: 1–2 business days where applicable
Standard Transit: Approximately 3–5 business days after handling
Typical Total Delivery: Approximately 4–7 business days for confirmed available products

For non-stock or special-order equipment, delivery may require approximately 10–15 working days or up to 25 working days, depending on supplier/manufacturer availability.

The FCX4000-60ES is specialist production equipment, so current UAE availability and exact configuration should be confirmed before ordering.

FAQ - Graphtec FCX4000-60ES

Q: What is the Graphtec FCX4000-60ES?
A: It is a professional electrostatic flatbed cutting plotter designed for sheet cutting, contour cutting, creasing and digital print-finishing applications.

Q: What is the cutting area of the FCX4000-60ES?
A: Approximately 976 × 660 mm / 38.4 × 25.9 inches.

Q: Can it accommodate A3+ sheets?
A: Graphtec states that the 60ES working area can support layouts containing up to four A3+ sheets, making it useful for print-on-demand finishing.

Q: What is the maximum cutting force?
A: Up to 600 gf / 5.88 N on each of the two tool positions, with 48 force settings per tool.

Q: What is the maximum cutting speed?
A: Approximately 750 mm/s / 29.5 inches per second.

Q: Does the FCX4000-60ES use a vacuum table?
A: No. The 60ES uses an electrostatic media hold-down panel. Materials that cannot be held adequately by the electrostatic system may require an appropriate cling mat or adhesive sheet.

Q: Can it cut printed stickers and labels?
A: Yes. Its ARMS registration system is designed for registered contour cutting of suitable pre-printed material. The FCX4000 itself does not print.

Q: Can it crease packaging material?
A: Yes. Compatible creasing/scoring tools are available, and the platform supports cutting and creasing workflows.

Q: Can it perform reverse-side creasing?
A: Yes. Graphtec provides a reverse-side registered cutting/creasing workflow intended to help avoid visible crease traces on the printed surface of suitable card stock.

Q: Does it have two tool positions?
A: Yes. The FCX4000 uses a dual-tool configuration supporting compatible cutters, pens and creasing tools.

Q: Does it have Ethernet?
A: Yes. Standard interfaces include Ethernet, USB 2.0 and RS-232C.

Q: Can it cut without a computer connected?
A: The platform supports compatible offline cutting through USB memory.

Q: Which current Graphtec software supports the FCX4000?
A: Graphtec currently lists the FCX4000 as fully supported by Graphtec Studio 2, and Graphtec also provides Cutting Master 5 for compatible design-software workflows.

Q: Is the stand included?
A: Graphtec identifies the stand for the FCX4000-60ES as optional. The exact supplier package should therefore be checked rather than assuming a stand is included.

Q: Is the Graphtec FCX4000-60ES still a current model?
A: Yes. As of September 2026, Graphtec America continues to list the FCX4000-60ES in its current cutting-plotter portfolio, and Graphtec Corporation included the FCX4000-60ES in current 2026 regulatory documentation.

Related Products

• Graphtec FCX4000-50ES Flatbed Cutting Plotter
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• Graphtec CE8000 Series
• Graphtec Cutting Blades
• Graphtec Blade Holders
• Graphtec Creasing Tools
• Graphtec FCX4000 Cling Mats
• Graphtec PM-CR-003 Protect Sheet

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Contact - NEOTECH® UAE

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Email: support@neotech.ae
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Graphtec and related product names are trademarks of Graphtec Corporation and/or its affiliates. NEOTECH® is an independent UAE technology supplier and does not claim Graphtec authorization unless expressly documented.

Cutting results depend on the material, thickness, hardness, blade, blade condition, force, speed, hold-down method and job design. Maximum cutting force or stated material examples should not be interpreted as a guarantee that every material of a particular type or thickness can be successfully processed.

Specifications, software compatibility, accessories, warranty and regional configurations can change. Confirm the exact FCX4000-60ES, material suitability, required tools, software environment, package contents and current availability before ordering.

Last Updated: 25 September 2026 (GST, UTC+4)