Sample Cutting Machines
Overview of Future-Tech Sample Cutting Machines
The sample cutting machine plays an essential role in metal sample preparation.
It supports cutting, mounting, grinding, and polishing processes.
Moreover, the machine helps prepare samples for metallographic examination, hardness testing, and material structure analysis.
Features of Future-Tech Sample Cutting Machines
Compact and modern design
Available in various models: benchtop, floor-standing, and more
IP55-rated waterproof control panel
Reliable operating system
Smooth operation with a rigid and robust construction
Key Benefits of Sample Cutting Machines
Suitable for cutting various materials, including electronics, ceramics, metals, glass, and more
Simple design with high processing capability
Enhanced durability with a special thin-film coating
High cutting accuracy
Reliable operation with a long service life
Types of Sample Cutting Machines
FTC-AS series is a floor-standing sample cutting machine series manufactured by Future-Tech, Japan.
Features of Sample Cutting Machines FTC-AS
Key features
Basic model includes all essential equipment required for sample cutting
Rigid machine body with smooth operation and a precision main spindle
High-quality special thin-film coating for enhanced durability
Selectable automatic or manual operation
Adjustable spindle speed for automatic operation
Specifications of FTC-AS Sample Cutting Machines
DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION
Floor Type equipped with Casters: Steel Sheetings with Hard Acrylic Window
SAFETY MECHANISM
For Automatic/Manual Operations
When emergency button is pressed, automatic stop of wheel rotation & stage operation & cooling pump. When door is open, automatic stop of wheel rotation & stage operation
Automatic return to original position
For Automatic operation: automatic stop of stage operation and return to start point
Overload control function
In case overloaded exceeding set currency is applied, stage feeding stops temporarily and start again after load is removed
CONTROL PANEL
Water proof type（IP55)
Vise Opening
70mm
Maximum available sample size
Sample depth / height
FTC-200AS: D70×H56mm
FTC-230AS: D70×H56mm
FTC-255AS: D70×H76mm
Sample width
Within right 94mm, left 207mm from cutting edge of wheel.
Move Volume of Vise X shaft
Max35mm on both left and right.
Cutting wheel
Outer dia.
FTC-200AS: φ200mm
FTC-230AS: φ230mm
FTC-255AS: φ255mm
Shaft dia.
Shaft Diameter: φ31.75mm (Option: φ25.4mm)
Fixed Flange
60mm
Rotary Speed
FTC-200AS: 2990rpm-60Hz / 2960rpm-50Hz
FTC-230AS: 2990rpm-60Hz / 2960rpm-50Hz
For FTC-255AS: 2750rpm-60Hz / 2720rpm-50Hz
Main Motor
FTC-200AS: 1HP(60/50Hz)
FTC-230AS: 2HP(60/50Hz)
FTC-255AS: 3HP(60/50Hz)
Sample Stage
Specifications
Type: Movable/Move Volume: 200mm/Moving Method: Automatic & Manual Selective/
For Austomatic Operation, Moving Speed: Selective within 0~35.5mm/min.
Dimensions
220mm×230mm
Cooling Section
Structure
Đường kính trục: φ31.75mm (Tùy chọn: φ25.4mm)
Cooling Section Weight
25 kg
Tank Capacity / Dimensions
Capacity: 50L/Dimensions : W330×D530×H320mm
Circulation Pump
1/8HP
Water Nozzle
for cutting sample: 2pcs./for cleaning chamber: 1pc.
Inner Illumination
Water Proof Type LED Light (IP67)
Machine Dimensions
W800×D900×H1300mm (for Open Door: W800×D1100×H1700mm)
Machine Weight (Excluding Cooling Section)
FTC-200AS: 257 kg
FTC-230AS: 261 kg
FTC-255AS: 264 kg
Power Supply
3P-AC200~240V/50Hz,60Hz (Option: 3P AC380V), Cable Length 3500mm
Power Consumption
FTC-200AS: 1000W
FTC-230AS: 1700W
FTC-255AS: 2500W
Standard Accessories
300mm Monkey Spanner for Wheel 1pc.,/Wrench for Wheel 1pc.,/Water Exhaust/Supply
Hose 1pc. each/Cutting Wheel 2pcs.,/Coolant 2Lx2bottles/Accessory Box 1pc.
FTC-ASL series is a floor-standing sample cutting machine series manufactured by Future-Tech, Japan.
Features of Sample Cutting Machines FTC-ASL
Key features:
The FTC-ASL series features a long spindle design
Smooth operation with a rigid machine body and precision main spindle
High-quality special thin-film coating for enhanced durability
Selectable automatic or manual operation
Adjustable spindle speed for automatic operation
Specifications of FTC-ASL Sample Cutting Machines
DESIGN / STRUCTURE
Floor Type equipped with Casters: Steel Sheetings with Hard Acrylic Window
SAFETY MECHANISM
For Automatic/ Manual Operations
When emergency button is pressed, automatic stop of wheel rotation & stage operation & cooling pump.
When door is open, automatic stop of wheel rotation & stage operation.
Automatic Return To Original Position
For Automatic operation: automatiic stop of stage operation & return to start point.
Overload Control Function
In case overloaded exceeding set currency is applied, stage feeding stops temporarily and start again after load is removed.
CONTROL PANEL
Water proof type (IP55)
VISE OPENING
FTC-255ASL: 120mm
FTC-305 ASL: 120mm
FTC-355ASL: 200mm
MAXIMUM AVAILABLE SAMPLE SIZE
Sample Depth / Height
FTC-255ASL:
D120×H80mm
FTC-305ASL: D120×H84mm
FTC-305ASL: D200×H101mm
Sample Width
Within right 130mm・left 220mm from cutting edge of wheel.
MOVE VOLUME OF VISE X SHAFT
FTC-255ASL: Max. 50mm
on both left and right.
FTC-305ASL: Max. 50mm
on both left and right.
FTC-355ASL: Max. 40mm
on both left and right.
CUTTING WHEEL
Outer Dia.
FTC-255ASL: φ255mm
FTC-305ASL: φ305mm
FTC-355ASL.: φ355mm
Shaft Dia.
Shaft diameter: φ31.75mm
Fixed Flange
For FTC-255ASL: 60mm
FTC-305ASL: 90mm
FTC-355ASL: 90mm
Rotary Speed
FTC-255ASL: 2670rpm-60Hz / 2640rpm-50Hz
FTC-305ASL: 2250rpm-60Hz / 2230rpm-50Hz
FTC-355ASL: 1980rpm-60Hz / 1980rpm-50Hz
Main Motor
FTC-255ASL: 3HP(60/50Hz)
FTC-305ASL: 5HP(60/50Hz)
FTC-355ASL: 7.5HP (60/50Hz) option: 10HP with frequency conversion
SAMPLE STAGE
Specifications
Type: Movable / Move Volume: 300mm / Moving Method: Automatic & Manual Selective Moving Speed: Selective 0～35.5mm / min Range
Dimensions
FTC-255ASL: 280mm×280mm
FTC-305ASL: 280mm×280mm
FTC-355ASL: 280mm×280mm
COOLING SECTION
Structure
Settling Tank (with Mesh Filter)
Settling Tank (With Mesh Filter)
32 kg
Tank Capacity / Dimensions
Capacity : 80L / Dimensions : W270×D600×H500mm
Circulation Pump
FTC-255ASL: 1/8HP
FTC-305ASL: 1/8HP
FTC-355ASL: 1/4HP
Water Nozzle
for Cutting Sample: 4pcs. / for Cleaning Chamber: 1pc.
INNER ILLUMINATION
Water Proof Type LED Light (IP67)
MACHINE DIMENSION
FTC-255ASL: W900×D980×H1500mm
(for Open Door: W900×D1070×H1900mm)
FTC-305ASL: W900×D980×H1500mm
(for Open Door: W900×D1070×H1900mm)
FTC-355ASL: W900×D1020×H1600mm
(for Open Door: W900×D1110×H2000mm)
MACHINE WEIGHT (EXCLUDING COOLING SECTION)
FTC-255ASL: 440kg
FTC-305ASL: 445kg
FTC-355ASL: 541kg
POWER SUPPLY
3P-AC200 ～ 240V/50Hz,60Hz (Option：3P-AC380V) Cable Length 3500mm
POWER CONSUMPTION
FTC-255ASL: 2500W
FTC-305ASL: 4000W
FTC-355ASL: 6000W
(Option:8000W with frequency conversion)
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
300mm Monkey Spanner for Wheel 1pc. / Wrench for Wheel 1pc. / Water Exhaust / Supply Hose 1pc. each / Cutting Wheel 2pcs. / Coolant: 2L x 2 bottles / Accessory Box 1pc
FTC-B255FS series is a benchtop sample cutting machine series manufactured by Future-Tech, Japan.
Features of Sample Cutting Machines FTC-B255FS
Key features:
Manual cutting operation
Can be installed in small spaces, such as on a workbench
Space-saving design
Smooth operation with a rigid machine body
Simple design with high processing capability
Compatible with various specimen holders on the spindle
Specifications of FTC-B255FS Sample Cutting Machine
DESIGN / STRUCTURE
Benchtop Type (Base: Aluminum Casting / Cover: Steel Sheeting with Hard Acrylic Window)
SAFETY MECHANISM (MOTOR)
Front Door Interlock during Cutting (The main shaft motor does not operate when the door is open)
FRONT DOOR
Up-and-Down Open Door with Hard Acrylic Windows
LEFT HAND SIDE DOOR
Small Slide Door for inserting long specimen
MAX AVAILABLE SAMPLE SIZE (CYLINDRICAL)
In case φ230mm / Cutting Wheel: Maxφ60mm
In case φ255mm / Cutting Wheel: Maxφ70mm
CUTTING WHEEL
Dimensions
Outer Dia.: φ230/255mm x Inner Dia.: φ31.75mm x T1.2mm
Flange
Outer Dia.: φ60mm
Rotary Speed
3420rpm-60Hz / 2850rpm-50Hz
Main Motor
3HP / 2.2KW / AC3P Induction Motor
SAMPLE STAGE
Structure
Fixed Type
Dimensions
W225 x 220mm with 4 T-slots (X direction: 4 slots each with 10mm width) for fixing various vice and jig
SAMPLE FIXING VISE, SPECIAL SAMPLE FIXING JIG
Various kinds of Vise and Fixing Jigs attachable on Stage (OPTION)
COOLING SECTION
Structure
Separate Type / Settling Tank (with Mesh Filter) Magnet
Cut Powder Separator
Magnet Separator (OPTION)
Coolant Tank Capacity
25L
Circulation Pump
1/4HP
Coolant Capacity
30L/min
Water Nozzle
for Cutting Sample: 2pcs / for Cleaning Chamber: 1pc
INNER ILLUMINATION
LED Light: 1pc
MACHINE DIMENSIONS
W650 x D700 x H405mm
MACHINE WEIGHT
120kg
COOLANT TANK (OPTION)
Cooling Device Dimensions
W410 x D340 x H565mm
Cooling Device Weight
18kg
POWER SUPPLY
3P-AC200 ～ 240V / 50Hz, 60Hz (OPTION: 3P-AC380V)
POWER CONSUMPTION
2300W
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
Cutting wheel: φ255mm×2pcs / spanner for wheel: 2pcs / cutting oil: 1L X 1 btl
