GraphtecGraphTec - FC9000 Series
Performance and precision meets value. The Graphtec FC9000 Series is the most advanced, versatile roll-fed cutting plotter to date. Revered for its dependable, high-precision cutting capabilities with both printed an...
What you're buying.
Industrial-grade build, designed to run continuously through high-volume production days.
Why this machine.
About this machine.
Performance and precision meets value.
The Graphtec FC9000 Series is the most advanced, versatile roll-fed cutting plotter to date. Revered for its dependable, high-precision cutting capabilities with both printed and unprinted materials, the FC9000 Series is the ultimate finishing solution for the wide-format signage, apparel, and automotive industries. A robust feeding system, redesigned tool head, and new ARMS sensor further contribute to the FC Series' class-leading performance.
Available in four widths (FC9000-75, -100, -140, -160) with up to 64″ cutting capacity, the FC9000 handles everything from delicate window tint to high-intensity reflective films — and an optional Take-Up Reel automatically winds finished media up to 65 feet for unattended production.
Barcode scanning system
The Datalink Barcode System allows cutting different jobs with different data sequentially by detecting the Start Mark of each new job. Scan a Graphtec barcode and the FC9000 automatically detects its linked data from a PC or USB drive — adjusting cutting conditions and running the job. This function is available regardless of printer or RIP software used.
USB offline operation
With the USB Offline Operation function, cutting data saved to USB flash memory can be output directly to the cutting plotter — enabling users to operate the FC9000 without a computer.
Powerful cutting head
The barcode data management system supports continuous cutting of multiple jobs with different data sequentially. With Multiple Mark Compensation, the FC9000 can significantly increase your productivity — contour cutting is repeated for each copy, cutting production time for Print & Cut applications.
Intuitive LCD control panel
The 3.7″ backlit LCD makes navigation straightforward, and Auto Paneling automatically splits long-length jobs into smaller pages that are cut sequentially to prevent skewing.
ARMS 8.0 — Advanced Registration Mark Sensing
The new ARMS 8.0 system uses a white LED sensor to deliver precise Print & Cut results — accurately detecting registration marks even on gloss, metallic, glitter, and high-intensity reflective media. Efficiency-boosting functions improve productivity for Print & Cut applications such as labels and decals.
New & improved functions
- Expanded Contour Cutting Area — expands the Print & Cut area to include objects outside of the registration marks, enhancing production efficiency and reducing media waste.
- Reversed Color Registration Marks — sufficient contrast for contour cutting of pre-printed ultra-glossy and reflective media.
- Segment Area Compensation (X-Y) — recognizes middle marks between the registration marks to correct X/Y-axis distortion for greater accuracy when cutting longer-length media.
Production capabilities
The FC9000 Series offers best-in-class productivity with a wide range of compatible media — featuring blazing-fast 58.5″/s cutting speeds for media up to 59.1 mil at an impressive cutting force of 600 gf.
Market applications
- Vinyl signage
- Print & cut
- High-intensity reflective
- Window tinting film
- Safety shielding
- Vinyl decals
- Sandblast masking
- Paint protection film
Additional capabilities
- Separate tool positions for contour cutting and die-cutting (cross-cutter built into carriage)
- Re-engineered feeding system handles thin window tint through 1 mm sandblast rubber
- Three pressure settings on push rollers prevent track marks on sensitive media
- Optional Take-Up Reel automatically winds finished media up to 65 feet
- Perforation cutting via force control for tear-away graphics
- Dual configuration memory for multiple user presets
- Tangential emulation mode for intricate small-character cutting
- Includes Graphtec Studio 2 design software and Cutting Master 5 plug-in for Adobe & Corel
Specifications
| Models | FC9000-75, FC9000-100, FC9000-140, FC9000-160 |
|---|---|
| Max cutting width | 30″ (762 mm) / 42″ (1067 mm) / 54″ (1372 mm) / 64″ (1626 mm) |
| Max cutting length | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Mountable media width | 1.96″ to 72.83″ (model dependent) |
| Push rollers | 2 to 4 (model dependent) |
| Max cutting speed | 58.5 in/sec at 45° / 41.3 in/sec axial |
| Cutting force | Max 600 gf in 48 steps |
| Acceleration | Max 39.2 m/s² (4G) in 8 steps |
| Mechanical resolution | 0.005 mm |
| Distance accuracy | Max 0.1 mm or 0.1% of plotted length |
| Repeatability | Max 0.1 mm (up to 2 m) |
| Compatible roll diameter | 2.99″ to 7.8″ (max 6.29″ with flanges) |
| Display | 3.7″ backlit graphic LCD |
| Interface | USB 2.0 (Full Speed), Ethernet 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX |
| Buffer memory | 2 MB |
| Power source | 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Operating environment | 50–95°F, 35–75% RH (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 50″ / 61.8″ / 73.6″ / 84″ wide × 28″ deep × 48″ tall |
| Weight | 108–195 lb (model and take-up dependent) |
| Drive method | Digital servo drive |
| Blade types | Supersteel 0.9 mm or 1.5 mm diameter |
| Compatible OS | Windows 11/10/8.1 (64-bit), macOS 10.12 Sierra through 13 Ventura |
| Standard software | Graphtec Studio 2, Cutting Master 5 |
| Warranty | 3-year |
| Safety certifications | PSE, UL/cUL, CE |
| EMC | VCCI Class A, FCC Class A, CE |
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An industrial machine that doesn't print is just a heavy table. We've spent 30 years making sure that doesn't happen — installations, training, parts in stock, same-week service across SoCal.
On-site install
Berto delivers and installs. Day-of training included.
Same-week service
Field service across SoCal. No "wait two weeks for a tech."
Parts in stock
Common consumables and replacement parts ship same-day.
Training included
First-day operator training plus access to our Saturday workshops.
Everything that runs on this.
Inks, films, parts, and accessories — stocked and shipped from our SoCal warehouse.
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