Wide-Format Premium Roll-Feed Cutter/Plotter
The flagship Graphtec FC9000 Series is Graphtec’s most advanced, versatile roll fed cutting plotter to date. Revered around the world for its dependable, high-precision cutting capabilities with both printed and unprinted materials, the FC Series is the ultimate finishing solution for the wide format signage, apparel, and automotive industries. A newly developed feeding system and cutting head has further improved cutting quality of thin and thick materials ranging from delicate window tint to rigid magnet and high intensity reflective. ARMS 8.0 features the introduction of Graphtec’s Datalink Barcode Datalink System which efficiently loads and processes your jobs automatically.
Established in 1949, Graphtec’s corporate philosophy emphasizes the pride every member takes in the company’s products. The pride comes through at all stages, from preliminary planning and design to final delivery. This commitment does not stop at the factory door. It extends to services and customer-support personnel around the world, because Graphtec never forgets what is at stake every time you choose one of its products.
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As Seen at Education Labs in New England
Unique superior quality, high reliability and affordable price of Graphtec CE 9000 is suitable cutting plotter for large production runs for heat transfer vinyl, decals, signage, automotive sign, and more!
- New 8.0 ARMS for Fast and Accurate Print & Cut Applications with XY Compensation Feature
- Separate tool positions for contour and die cutting ensures the longevity of your blades and cutting strip when creating decals and graphics
- Data Link Bar Code Feature for Maximum Productivity
- NEW Easy-to-use USB Thumb Drive Connectivity – NO Computer Needed!
The Graphtec CE9000 is the perfect solution for wide-format SIGNAGE Graphics • PRINT & CUT Graphics • Large Wrappings • Automotive Markets and many more….
| Model | FC9000-75 | FC9000-100 | FC9000-140 | FC9000-160 |
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| CPU | 32-bit CPU | |||
| Configuration | Grit rolling plotter | |||
| Drive method | Digital servo drive | |||
| Max. cutting speed | 58.5 inches per second (45 degree direction) 41.3 (axis direction) | |||
| Cutting force | Max. 600 gf in 48 steps | |||
| Axial acceleration | Max. 39.2 m/s2 (4 G) in 8 steps | |||
| Max. cutting area(W x L) (*1) | 30 in x 164 ft
762 mm x 50 m |
42 in x 164 ft
1067 mm x 50 m |
54 in x 164 ft
1372 mm x 50 m |
64 in x 164 ft
1626 mm x 50 m |
| Guaranteed precision cutting area (*1) | 29.21 in x 50 ft | 41 in x 32 ft,
35.2 in x 50 ft |
53 in x 32 ft,
35.2 in x 50 ft |
63 in x 32 ft,
35.2 in x 50 ft |
| Mountable media width(*2) | Min. 1.96 in Max. 36.22 in |
Min. 1.96 in Max. 48.19 in |
Min. 1.96 in Max. 60.20 in |
Min. 1.96 in Max. 72.83 in |
| Max. cross cut width | 30 in | 42 in | 54 in | 64 in |
| Number of push rollers | 2 rollers | 3 rollers | 4 rollers | 4 rollers |
| Compatible roll media diameter | Min. 2.99 in Max 7.8 in. (Max diameter is 6.29 in when included flange is installed) | |||
| Mechanical resolution | 0.005 mm | |||
| Programmable resolution | GP-GL: 0.1 / 0.05 / 0.025 / 0.01 mm, HP-GL™: 0.025 mm | |||
| Distance accuracy (*2) | Max. 0.1 mm or 0.1 % of plotted length | |||
| Repeatability (*2) | Max. 0.1 mm in plot up to 2 m (excluding the expansion and contraction of the media) | |||
| Minimum character size | Approx. 5 mm alphanumeric (varies depending on character font and media) | |||
| Mountable number of tools | 1 tool (cutting blade, plotting pen or pouncing tool) in standard; 2 tools (cutting blade and plotting pen) when second penholder (optional) is installed |
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| Blade types | Supersteel (0.9 mm or 1.5 mm diameter) | |||
| Pen types | Water-based fiber-tip pen, Oil-based ballpoint pen | |||
| Pouncing tool type | Steel pin 1.2 mm diameter, required optional pouncing tool (PPA 33-TP12) | |||
| Media types (*3) | Self-adhesive marking film (vinyl, fluorescent, reflective, high-intensity reflective film) up to 0.25 mm thick, Sandblast resist rubber up to 1 mm thick |
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| Compatible paper for pouncing | Regular paper from 0.06 to 0.13 mm thick | |||
| Cross-cutter | Built into the tool carriage | |||
| Perforation cutting | Supported (performed by force control) | |||
| Interface | USB 2.0(Full Speed), Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX | |||
| Buffer memory | 2 MB | |||
| Command sets | GP-GL / HP-GL™ emulation (Set by menu or command, and selects from GP-GL, HP-GL™, or Auto select) | |||
| Condition settings | Dual configuration (save two (2) user settings with eight (8) separate condition settings per user) | |||
| Display | Graphic type LCD (3.7-inch, backlight) | |||
| Power source | 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz | |||
| Power consumption | AC100-240 V, 50/60 Hz | |||
| Operating environment | 50 to 95 ºF, 35 to 75 % R.H. (non-condensing) | |||
| Guaranteed accuracy environment | 60 to 89 ºF, 35 to 70 % R.H. (non-condensing) | |||
| External dimensions (W x D x H) |
Approx. 50″ x 28″ x 48″
(1270 x 711 x 1219 mm) |
Approx. 61.8″ x 28″ x 48″
(1570 x 715 x 1219 mm) |
Approx. 73.6″ x 28″ x 48″
(1870 x 711 x 1219 mm) |
Approx. 84″ x 28″ x 48″
(2130 x 711 x 1219 mm) |
| Weight (*8) | 108 lbs. | 123 lbs. | 141 lbs. 178 lbs. /w take-up |
154 lbs. 195 lbs. /w take-up |
| Included software (*6) | Windows Driver, Graphtec Pro Studio (*5), Cutting Master 4, Graphtec Studio for Mac |
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| Compatible OS (*5) | Windows 10 / 8.1 / 7 Mac OS X 10.6 to 10.11 Mac OS 10.12 to 1.14 Graphtec Studio: 10.6 to 10.14 Cutting Master 4: 10.7-10.14 |
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| Safety | PSE, UL/cUL, CE mark) | |||
| EMC | VCCI Class A, FCC Class A, CE mark | |||
*1: Operated with Graphtec specified cutting conditions and media. For long-length cutting, the basket is used.
*2: There are conditions for operation when setting the media.
*3: HP-GL is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company.
*4: CB15UA/CB15UA-K30 blades and reinforced backing sheets are recommended for certain grades of high- intensity reflective film.
*5: Graphtec does not support software / drivers used with operating systems that have become obsolete and are no longer supported by the OS developer.
*6: The software is available for download from Graphtec’s website.
*7: It requires an internet connection in order for activation or registration when starting the software for the first time.
*8: Includes stand and basket.
The Graphtec Pro Studio is the graphics design 
application software for Graphtec cutting plotter. It is an easy-to-use application software for creating and cutting original designs. Includes enhanced functions such as auto-shapes, shading, and editing functions. It can also configure the cutting conditions and other settings on the plotter. EPS / Ai* / CMX*/ PDF* file compatibility allows users to import pre-existing designs.
Essentials: 
- Mac or PC
- 2D Design Software (Corel recommended)
Recommended:
- Roll consumables bundle
- Additional pens and blades
- Catch basket
Optional accessories:
| Item | Part No. | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Media Stocker | ||
| RSK0021 | For FC9000-75 (Stock roller, bracket) | |
| RSK0022 | For FC9000-100 (Stock roller, bracket) | |
| RSK0023 | For FC9000-140 (Stock roller, bracket) | |
| RSK0024 | For FC9000-160 (Stock roller, bracket) | |
| 2nd pen holder | ECK0009 | For dual tool configuration (dealer option) |
| Flange | OPH-A21 | Flange for media holding |
| Additional Push Roller | OPH-A47 | One additional push roller |
| FC9000-140 Take-up System | OPH-A43 | Automatic Take-up System for the FC9000-140 |
| FC9000-160 Take-up System | OPH-A44 | Automatic Take-up System for the FC9000-160 |
Additional consumables:
| Item | Part No. | Description | Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting blade holder | PHP33-CB09N-HS | For CB09U series blade | 1 set/pack |
| PHP33-CB15N-HS | For CB15U series blade | 1 set/pack | |
| PHP35-CB09-HS | For CB09U series blade | 1 set/pack | |
| PHP35-CB15-HS | For CB15U series blade | 1 set/pack | |
| Cutting blade | CB09UB-5 | 0.9mm dia. 45º angle, Supersteel | 5 blades/pack |
| CB09UB-K60-5 | 0.9mm dia. 30º angle, for thin film (Japan 60º) | 5 blades/pack | |
| CB15U-5 | 1.5mm dia. 45º angle, supersteel | 5 blades/pack | |
| CB15UA-K30-5 | 1.5mm dia. 60º angle, for high intensity reflective film (Japan 30º) | 5 blades/pack | |
| CT02U | High durability type | 1 blade/pack | |
| Water-based fiber-tip pen and pen holder |
KF700-BK | Pen (black) | 10 pens/pack |
| KF700-RD | Pen (red) | 10 pens/pack | |
| KF700-BL | Pen (blue) | 10 pens/pack | |
| PHP31-FIBER | Pen holder for KF700 series pen | 1 set/pack | |
| Oil-based ballpoint pen and pen holder |
KB700-BK | Pen (black) | 10 pens/pack |
| PHP34-BALL | Pen holder for KB700 pen | 1 set/pack |
Basics: 
- Set-up and Operations (~1-2 hrs)
- Graphtech Studio (~1-2 hrs)
Advanced:
- Advanced Studio designs (6 hrs)
AET Labs Custom Lesson Plans 
- Basic operation tutorials
- Application examples
- Project ideas
