3-Chuck or 4-Chuck Systems for Unmatched Holding Power
The C3 features a 3-chuck system that improves grip stability and minimizes deflection over 2-chuck setups, while the C4 adds a 4th chuck for zero tailing on even the largest tubes. Choose from nine heavy-duty, full-stroke chucks, each with an eight-cylinder, double-roller design that delivers twice the clamping force of standard systems for unmatched holding power and cut precision.
Bevel Cutting for Complex Joints
With optional bevel cutting capabilities up to 45 degrees in V, X, Y, and K configurations, the Caliber series transforms how you approach weld prep and part fit-up. This feature allows you to cut complex joints directly on the laser, reducing the need for secondary machining or manual grinding. Whether you're preparing structural components, pressure vessels, or custom fabrications, bevel cutting improves joint quality, weld penetration, and overall assembly efficiency.
Boci BLT Laser Head & Bochu Motion Control for More Responsive Cutting
Each machine is equipped with a Boci BLT laser head. Its breakaway design protects the head from collision damage, minimizing downtime and repair costs. Internal sensors actively monitor temperature and system health, feeding real- time alerts back to the controller so operators can take corrective action before issues escalate. Combined with Bochu’s intuitive software and motion control, these features provide a safer, smarter, and more responsive cutting system— built for industrial uptime and long-term reliability.
Optional Automatic Tool Changer for Flow Drilling and Tapping
An optional automatic tool changer adds powerful secondary operations like flow drilling and tapping—fully integrated into the laser cutting cycle. Flow drilling is a process that uses heat and pressure to form a hole by displacing material rather than removing it, creating a reinforced bushing around the hole. This results in stronger threads, especially in thin-wall tubing where traditional drilling and tapping would weaken the part. By automating both flow drilling and tapping, the system eliminates manual handling between machines, speeds up production, and delivers cleaner, structurally sound threaded holes in a single setup. It's ideal for fabricators producing tubular assemblies that require integrated fastening points. This upgrade turns the Caliber into a true all-in-one solution for complex, ready-to-weld components.
Servo-Driven Follow-Up Holders for Asymmetrical Workpieces
To ensure precise rotation and consistent cut geometry, the EMP Caliber comes equipped with servo-driven follow-up holders that support the underside of the tube between chucks. These intelligent supports automatically raise and follow the material as it rotates, keeping even the longest or most irregularly shaped profiles perfectly aligned and wobble free. This stability allows the chucks to maintain true axial spin, which is critical for high-tolerance cutting, especially on heavier or asymmetrical workpieces.
Floating Follow-Up Holders for Unloading
Unlike the fixed concave wheels found on entry-level systems, these floating follow-ups adapt to a wide range of profiles including square, rectangular, channel, I-beam, and H-beam tubes, providing full support without marring the surface or compromising control. Additional follow-up holders are also located on the unloading side to support the 3rd chuck when processing the rear of the tube and to assist with the safe handling of finished pieces during unloading. The result is smoother rotation, improved cut accuracy, and reduced mechanical stress across the system.
Fully Automatic or Semi-Automatic Loading System
Caliber machines can be equipped with either semi-automatic or fully automatic loading systems, each designed to match the realities of your production workflow. For high-volume, repeat-profile operations, the fully automatic loader offers maximum throughput by continuously feeding tubes of the same size and shape with minimal operator intervention. In contrast, the semi-automatic loader is ideal for high-mix environments, where frequent profile changes require more flexibility and manual oversight.
Loading and Unloading Automation for Safety and Productivity
Both semi-automatic or fully automatic loading options enhance safety by reducing the need for manual lifting and positioning of long or heavy tubes. They also contribute to more consistent material alignment, which improves cut quality and reduces handling errors. An optional automatic unloader is also available, streamlining the discharge of finished parts and reducing bottlenecks at the end of the process. Together, these automation upgrades help boost productivity, protect your team, and keep your operation running smoothly from start to finish.
