Graphtec FC2250-120VC Large Format Flatbed Cutting Plotter
The Graphtec FC2250-120VC is a high-performance industrial flatbed cutting plotter engineered for cutting and marking a wide range of rigid and flexible materials with outstanding precision. With a powerful maximum cutting force of 9.8 N (1 kgf), it is ideal for packaging prototyping, industrial films, signage, and specialty materials.
The FC2250 series is available in multiple table sizes and media hold-down configurations to meet diverse application requirements. The dual-head design allows simultaneous use of marking and cutting tools, significantly improving workflow efficiency for professional production environments.
Key Features
- Dual head design with 500 gf and 1000 gf cutting force
- Vacuum media hold-down system (VC model)
- High-precision digital servo flatbed system
- Maximum cutting force up to 9.8 N (1 kgf)
- Supports cutting thick materials up to 3 mm
- ARMS advanced registration mark sensing system
- DXF data import via D-Cut software
- Cutting Master plug-in for Adobe® Illustrator
Typical Applications
- Garment and shoe pattern cutting & marking
- Packaging and box prototyping
- Sandblast mask and stone monument production
- Industrial electronic films
- Reflective road and highway signage
- Architectural model building
| Model | FC2250-120VC |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Digital servo system, flatbed cutting plotter |
| Media Hold-Down Method | Vacuum suction |
| Effective Cutting Area | 1200 × 920 mm (47.2 × 36.0 inches) |
| Mountable Media Width | Up to 950 mm (Y-axis direction) |
| Supported Media Types |
Marking film (vinyl, fluorescent, reflective) Cardboard and stiff paper up to 1.0 mm thickness Polystyrene foam sheets Sandblast rubber sheets up to 1.0 mm Microflute board (F/G grades) Clear plastic sheets for packaging boxes High-intensity reflective film |
| Maximum Cutting Speed | 400 mm/s (1–40 cm/s, 40 selectable steps) |
| Cutting Pressure |
Tool 1: Max. 4.9 N (500 gf) Tool 2: Max. 9.8 N (1 kgf) |
| Minimum Character Size | Approx. 10 mm square (depends on font and media) |
| Mechanical Resolution | 0.0025 mm (2.5 μm) |
| Programmable Resolution |
GP-GL: 0.1 / 0.05 / 0.025 / 0.01 mm HP-GL™: 0.025 mm |
| Distance Accuracy | ±0.1% of travel distance or ±0.1 mm (whichever is greater) |
| Repeatability | Maximum ±0.1 mm |
| Number of Tools | 2 tools (dual head) |
| Tool Types |
Supersteel cutter blade Water-based fiber-tip pen Oil-based ballpoint pen Optional creasing / scoring tool |
| Interfaces | RS-232C, USB 2.0 (Full Speed) |
| Buffer Memory | 2 MB |
| Command Sets | GP-GL / HP-GL™ emulation |
| Additional Functions |
ARMS registration sensing Reverse-side cutting and creasing Copy function Repeated cutting function |
| Power Supply | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Auto switching) |
| Power Consumption | Maximum 120 VA |
| Operating Environment |
Temperature: 10–35°C (44–95°F) Humidity: 35–75% RH (non-condensing) |
| Guaranteed Accuracy Environment |
Temperature: 16–32°C (55–90°F) Humidity: 35–70% RH (non-condensing) |
| External Dimensions (W × D × H) | 1568 × 1285 × 944 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 69 kg (152 lbs) |
| Compatible Operating Systems |
Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / Vista Mac OS X 10.6 – 10.10 |
| Certifications | UL, cUL, CE, FCC Class A, EN55022 Class A, RoHS |
