High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine for Round/Square Pipe

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Slow Tube Cutting Is Costing You More Than You Think

You cut round and square pipes every day. Handrails, furniture frames, exhaust systems, structural supports – the list goes on. And you’re probably using a bandsaw, a cold saw, or maybe an old plasma cutter.

Here’s what that costs you:

• Time. A bandsaw takes 30-60 seconds to cut through a 2-inch steel pipe. A high-speed tube laser cutting machine does it in 5-10 seconds. Over hundreds of cuts per day, that adds up to hours of lost productivity.

• Accuracy. Manual saws rely on operator skill. Inconsistent lengths mean rework, scrap, and angry customers. A CNC laser cutter holds ±0.05mm – every time.

• Secondary operations. Saw cuts leave burrs, rough edges, and require deburring or grinding before welding. Laser cuts are clean – ready to weld immediately.

• Material waste. Inaccurate cuts mean you cut longer than needed “just to be safe.” That’s 5-10% extra material cost per job.

You’ve thought about buying a tube laser. But you worried about cost, complexity, or whether it would really deliver the speed you need.

Model 160G6 changes the equation. It’s a high-speed tube laser cutting machine for round and square pipe that combines genuine Raycus 3000W power, industrial Inovance servo drives, a semi-automatic loading system, and an intelligent Bochu control – all at a price that makes sense for shops like yours.

Model 160G6 – High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine Engineered for Round & Square Pipe

The Model 160G6 is not a converted sheet laser cutter with a rotary attachment. It is a purpose-built tube laser cutting machine designed from the ground up to handle round and square pipes with speed, precision, and reliability.

What makes it “high-speed”?

• 3000W Raycus fiber laser – cuts through 10mm mild steel pipe like butter.

• Inovance servo motors on all axes – high torque, high acceleration, fast positioning.

• Bochu control system – optimized motion algorithms for tube cutting.

• Rigid gantry design – minimizes vibration at high cutting speeds.

What does it handle?

• Round pipes from 20mm to 120mm diameter.

• Square pipes from 20×20mm to 100×100mm.

• Wall thickness up to 10mm for mild steel, 8mm for stainless.

• Tube length up to 6 meters standard (longer optional).

Key features at a glance:

• Raycus 3000W fiber laser source (proven reliability, excellent value).

• Inovance servo motors (high-performance Chinese brand with global support).

• 120mm pneumatic chuck (self-centering for round and square).

• Semi-automatic loading system (reduces operator fatigue, speeds changeover).

• Bochu CNC control (intuitive, tube-specific software).

• Boci cutting head (auto focus, capacitive height sensing).

This machine is built for fabricators who need to cut hundreds of pipes per day – or who want to cut complex shapes (holes, notches, miters) in seconds instead of minutes.

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Raycus 3000W Laser Source – The Power You Need for Thick and Thin

The Raycus 3000W fiber laser source is the heart of Model 160G6. Raycus is China’s leading fiber laser manufacturer, with hundreds of thousands of units installed worldwide. While not as expensive as IPG, Raycus offers:

• Excellent beam quality (M² < 1.2) – good enough for clean cutting up to 10mm.

• High electrical efficiency (>35%) – lower operating costs than CO2 or plasma.

• Proven reliability – typical lifespan 80,000-100,000 hours.

• Global service network – Raycus has service centers in many countries.

Why 3000W? Because 1500W or 2000W machines struggle with:

• Thick-walled pipes (over 6mm).

• Stainless steel (which requires more power for clean cuts).

• High-speed cutting on medium gauges (3000W cuts 3mm pipe at 12 m/min vs. 6 m/min for 1500W).

Cutting capabilities with Raycus 3000W:

Speed examples (round pipe, 3mm wall):

• Mild steel: 10-12 m/min with oxygen.

• Stainless steel: 6-8 m/min with nitrogen.

• Aluminum: 8-10 m/min with nitrogen.

For comparison, a bandsaw cuts the same pipe at 0.5-1 m/min. You’re looking at 10-20x faster cutting.

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Inovance Servo Motors – Precision Motion for High-Speed Cutting

The Inovance servo motors used on Model 160G6 are a key reason why this machine achieves high speed without sacrificing accuracy.

Why Inovance? Inovance is a leading Chinese motion control brand, widely used in CNC machines, robotics, and industrial automation. Their servos offer:

• High torque at low speeds – no stalling during heavy cutting.

• High resolution – 20-bit encoders for precise positioning.

• Fast response – milliseconds to accelerate or decelerate.

• Excellent reliability – proven in thousands of industrial applications.

Axes configuration on Model 160G6:

What this means for you:

• Fast positioning – The laser head moves between cut features quickly.

• Smooth rotation – The chuck rotates large-diameter pipes without jerking.

• Accurate cuts – Even at high speeds, the servos maintain position within ±0.05mm.

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120mm Chuck & Semi-Automatic Loading System – Fast Changeover, Less Downtime

120mm Pneumatic Chuck

The 120mm chuck is designed to grip both round and square pipes securely.

• Type: Pneumatic, self-centering.

• Diameter range: 20mm – 120mm (round). Square pipes up to 100×100mm diagonal.

• Clamping force: Adjustable via air pressure – gentle on thin walls, strong on thick pipes.

• Jaws: Hardened steel, replaceable. Optional soft jaws for delicate materials.

Why 120mm? That’s the sweet spot for most tube fabrication – handrails, furniture, exhaust, structural. If you need larger diameters (up to 350mm), we have other models. For typical small-to-medium tubing, 120mm covers 90% of jobs.

Semi-Automatic System

Loading long pipes manually is tiring and slow. The semi-automatic loading system on Model 160G6 helps:

• Roller supports – The machine has powered roller conveyors that feed the pipe into the chuck.

• Operator loads – You place the pipe on the infeed rollers.

• Machine pulls – The chuck grips and pulls the pipe automatically to the programmed length.

• Repeat – After cutting, the machine ejects the remnant and pulls the next pipe section.

Benefits:

• Reduces operator fatigue – no heavy lifting or pushing.

• Increases consistency – automatic positioning eliminates manual measurement errors.

• Speeds changeover – switch between tube sizes in minutes, not hours.

This is not a fully automated “lights-out” system (that would cost much more). But it’s a practical, affordable step up from manual loading – perfect for shops with one or two operators.

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Bochu Control System & Boci Cutting Head – Intelligent, Reliable, Easy to Use

Bochu CNC Control System

The Bochu control system is widely used on Chinese laser cutters and is known for its stability and tube-specific features.

Key functions:

• Intuitive touch-screen interface – easy to learn, even for operators new to CNC.

• Tube profile library – pre-programmed for round, square, and rectangular pipes. Just select size and material.

• 3D path simulation – see the cut path on screen before cutting.

• Automatic nesting – for cutting multiple parts from one tube.

• Remote support – our engineers can log in to troubleshoot or optimize parameters.

What makes Bochu great for tube cutting:

• Rotary axis control – seamlessly coordinates chuck rotation with linear motion.

• Bevel cutting option – if you add a tilting head (optional), Bochu handles the angles.

• Material database – cut conditions for common materials (mild steel, stainless, aluminum) pre-loaded.

Boci Cutting Head

The Boci cutting head is a high-quality Chinese brand known for its robust construction and optical precision.

Features:

• Auto focus – The head adjusts focus distance automatically based on material thickness. No manual adjustment needed between jobs.

• Capacitive height sensing – Maintains a constant 0.5-1.5mm gap between nozzle and tube surface, even if the tube is slightly bent.

• Quick-change nozzle – Swap nozzles in seconds for different materials or thicknesses.

• Protective window – Easy to clean or replace; protects the internal optics.

Boci vs. other brands: Boci offers excellent performance for the price – not as expensive as German Precitec, but much better than generic no-name heads. It’s the perfect match for a Raycus laser and Inovance servos.

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What Can You Cut with This High-Speed Tube Laser Cutter?

Model 160G6 handles a wide range of tube profiles and materials.

Tube Shapes

• Round pipes – any diameter from 20mm to 120mm.

• Square tubes – 20×20mm up to 100×100mm.

• Rectangular tubes – up to 100×150mm (within chuck diagonal limit).

• Oval and special shapes – with custom software (contact us).

Cutting Capabilities

• Straight cut-off – length accuracy ±0.05mm.

• Miter cuts – any angle from 0° to 45° (or more with optional bevel head).

• Holes – round, square, or slotted, anywhere on the tube circumference.

• Notches – fishmouth cuts for T-joints or Y-joints.

• Saddle cuts – curved cuts that fit perfectly onto another pipe.

• Slots and windows – cut openings on the side of square tubes.

• Text engraving – part numbers, logos, or markings.

What about thin-wall tubing? The 3000W laser can cut down to 0.5mm wall thickness with clean results, using lower power settings and faster speeds.

What about thick-wall? Up to 10mm mild steel, 8mm stainless – perfect for structural applications.

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Technical Specifications of Model 160G6 High-Speed Tube Laser

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Industries That Benefit from High-Speed Round & Square Pipe Cutting

1. Handrail and Railing Fabrication

• Cutting round pipes for handrails, balusters, and guardrails.

• Miter cuts for corners and stair angles.

• Benefit: Clean cuts mean faster welding. High speed means more rails per day.

2. Furniture Manufacturing

• Square and rectangular tubes for tables, chairs, and shelving.

• Decorative holes and patterns.

• Benefit: 3000W cuts through thick-walled furniture tubes quickly; semi-auto loading speeds batch production.

3. Automotive and Motorsports

• Exhaust pipes, roll cages, and intercooler piping.

• Notches and fishmouth cuts for tubing frames.

• Benefit: Complex cuts that take hours with a notcher are done in seconds.

4. Structural Steel Fabrication

• Square and round tubes for building frames, trusses, and supports.

• Bevel cuts for weld preparation (optional head).

• Benefit: 10mm wall thickness capacity handles structural steel.

5. Agricultural Equipment

• Tractor implements, sprayer booms, hydraulic lines.

• Benefit: High-speed cutting reduces lead times for seasonal demand.

6. Fitness Equipment

• Gym racks, weight benches, elliptical frames.

• Benefit: Consistent hole positions and clean ends for powder coating.

7. Solar Panel Mounting

• Square tube frames with pre-punched holes.

• Benefit: 3000W and semi-auto loading make high-volume production practical.

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Why Model 160G6 Is the Best Investment for Your Tube Fabrication Shop

Let’s compare Model 160G6 to typical alternatives.

Vs. Bandsaw / Cold Saw

• Speed: 10-20x faster.

• Accuracy: ±0.05mm vs. ±1mm.

• Secondary ops: None vs. deburring/grinding.

• Complex cuts: Yes (holes, notches) vs. No.

• Operator skill: Low vs. High.

• Price: Higher upfront, but pays back in months.

Vs. Entry-Level Tube Laser (1000W-1500W)

• Power: 3000W cuts thicker and faster.

• Thickness limit: 10mm vs. 6mm.

• Cutting speed on 5mm: 8 m/min vs. 3 m/min.

• Materials: Better on stainless and aluminum.

Vs. Fully Automatic (Auto-loading, Auto-unloading)

• Price: Much lower (semi-auto vs. full auto).

• Labor savings: Still significant (one operator loads, machine does the rest).

• Best for: Shops that cut 50-500 tubes per day – not 5,000.

Return on investment example:

• Assume you cut 200 tubes per day (50mm round, 3mm wall, mild steel).

• With a saw: 1 minute per cut + deburring = 200 minutes cutting + 100 minutes finishing = 5 hours labor.

• With Model 160G6: 10 seconds per cut + no finishing = 33 minutes cutting + loading time (say 60 minutes) = 1.5 hours labor.

• Labor saved: 3.5 hours per day.

• At 30/hour shop rate, that’s 105/day, $2,500/month,$30,000/year.

• Payback period: Often under 12 months.

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Frequently Asked Questions 

Q1: What does “160G6” mean?

The model name indicates maximum tube diameter (160mm diagonal capacity) and generation (G6). The chuck is 120mm, but the machine can handle square tubes up to 100×100mm (diagonal ~141mm).

Q2: Can I cut both round and square pipes without changing chuck jaws?

Yes. The pneumatic chuck self-centers on both shapes. For square tubes, the four jaws grip the flats automatically. No need to change jaws.

Q3: How long does it take to change tube sizes?

Approximately 2-5 minutes. You select the new size in the software, and the machine adjusts chuck clamping force and cutting parameters automatically.

Q4: Is the Raycus 3000W laser source reliable?

Yes. Raycus has a proven track record with hundreds of thousands of units in the field. We offer a 2-year warranty on the laser source. Many customers run Raycus lasers for 8-10 years without major issues.

Q5: Can I upgrade to an IPG laser later?

The machine is designed for a specific laser form factor. Upgrading later is not practical – you would need to change the power supply and fiber cable. Better to order with IPG from the start if you prefer.

Q6: What about tube straightness? Does the machine compensate?

Yes. The Boci cutting head has capacitive height sensing. It follows the tube surface, so minor bends or ovality don’t affect cut quality. For severely bent tubes, we recommend straightening first.

Q7: Does the semi-automatic loading system handle different tube lengths automatically?

The operator loads a tube of any length (up to 6m). The machine pulls it in to the programmed length for the first part. After cutting, it ejects the remnant and pulls the next section. You don’t need to cut the tube to exact lengths before loading.

Q8: What software do I need to design parts?

Any CAD software that can export DXF or DWG files (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, etc.). Our nesting software (included) imports the files and generates the cutting code.

Q9: Is training included?

Yes. We provide remote training (video calls, tutorials, manuals). On-site training is available at additional cost.

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