Mitsubishi eX Plus
The industry’s best selling 5’ x 10’ CO2 is now even better; all the attractions of the eX, plus new features like faster operation and piercing.
Mitsubishi eX Plus Features
- Two Sizes Available – 5’ x 10’ x 4.5kw, or 6kw.
- Thin to Thick Edge Quality – superior edge, both with oxygen and nitrogen assist gas.
- Easy, Safe Access – wide, power-operated door provides convenient access to the cutting table for retrieving a tipped part and hand loaded short runs. Perfect for a lean environment.
- “Plus” Features – faster piercing, LED table lighting, new control features, and improved cut quality in poor quality material compared to the eX.
- Built to Last – cast frame, full sheet 1” capacity shuttle.
- “Diamond Path” – fixed beam length system ensures cut quality over the entire table.
- “Beam Optimizer” – automatically delivers the optimum raw beam size for the application.
- Mitsubishi 700 Series Control – graphical interface, USB compatibility.
- Magnetic Head – quick recovery after a crash.
- Mitsubishi’s Patented Cross Flow CO2 Resonator – low maintenance, no refurbs, great cut.
- Automation Ready – add a loader or tower, or combine in a dual line with a fiber.
Resonator Style | Fiber | Mitsubishi Cross Flow | Other Fast Axial Flow CO2’s |
---|---|---|---|
Hi Speed Turbo Blower | no | no | yes (some have 2) |
Glassware | no | no | yes |
Resonator Refurbs | no | no | yes |
Laser Gas (per beam on hour) | .00 cfh | .11 cfh | .35 to 1.34 cfh |
Helium (component of laser gas) | .00 cfh | .03 cfh | .21 to .88 cfh |
Start Up (to full power) | < 1 minute | < 1 minute | 15 to 20 minutes |
Wavelength (longer = safer) | 1.7 micron (dangerous) | 10.6 micron (safe) | 10.6 micron (safe) |
Access to Workpiece | poor (full enclosure, roof) | good | good |
Best Cutting Characteristic | speed | versatility, edge quality | versatlity, edge quality |
Head Very Sensitive to Dust | yes | no | no |
Resonator Built for Life? | no, diodes decay over time | yes, 25 yr old Mits resonators still in daily operation | some require replacement instead of refurbs |