AP-A22 Precision Bevel Tube Fiber Laser
The AP-A22 Bevel Tube Fiber Laser is engineered for manufacturers requiring precision tube processing, advanced bevel cutting, and high-production throughput in a single, fully integrated system. Combining intelligent automation, high-speed EtherCAT motion control, and a proprietary bevel cutting head, the AP-A22 delivers exceptional accuracy, production efficiency, and repeatable performance across a broad range of tube and structural profiles.
Designed for fabricators serving the structural steel, transportation, agricultural, construction, energy, and industrial equipment markets, the AP-A22 provides the flexibility to process both standard tubing and structural shapes while maintaining outstanding cut quality and production efficiency.
PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
Meets applicable U.S. federal laser product requirements for safety, certification, and labeling.
2-YEAR WARRANTY
Apache fiber laser cutting machines are backed by a two-year warranty for greater confidence in your investment.
ASSEMBLED IN THE USA
Apache fiber laser equipment is assembled in Coffeyville, Kansas, with direct involvement from our U.S. team.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Questions should not wait. Apache is committed to same-day response when customers need technical support.
Machine Construction
Heavy-duty welded steel frame that is heat treated and stress relieved to maximize structural rigidity and maintain long-term cutting accuracy.
Fully enclosed Class 1 laser safety enclosure enhances operator safety while containing sparks, fumes, and laser radiation during operation.
Precision linear guideway system with centralized automatic lubrication provides smooth machine motion, reduced wear, and extended service life.
Rigid machine construction engineered for high-speed tube processing while maintaining exceptional positioning accuracy.
Material Capacity
The AP-A22 is designed to process a wide variety of tube and structural profiles from a single machine platform.
Fully enclosed Class 1 laser safety enclosure enhances operator safety while containing sparks, fumes, and laser radiation during operation.
Precision linear guideway system with centralized automatic lubrication provides smooth machine motion, reduced wear, and extended service life.
Rigid machine construction engineered for high-speed tube processing while maintaining exceptional positioning accuracy.
Optional Automated Material Handling
Automated material loading system reduces manual handling while increasing production throughput.
Automatic unloading system efficiently removes completed parts and prepares the machine for the next production cycle.
Supports continuous and extended unattended operation, maximizing machine utilization and reducing labor requirements.
Designed to improve production workflow, minimize material handling time, and increase overall manufacturing efficiency.
Fiber Laser System
Proprietary intelligent tube cutting head engineered specifically for tube and structural profile processing.
Automatic capacitive height sensing continuously monitors material position and maintains precise focal distance for consistent cutting performance across varying tube profiles and structural shapes.
Automatic collision protection detects unexpected contact and initiates recovery procedures to help protect critical cutting head components.
Automatic assist-gas pressure regulation continuously maintains programmed gas pressure for improved process consistency and superior edge quality.
Modular lens cartridge design allows fast lens replacement and simplified routine maintenance, reducing machine downtime and service costs.
Constant Surface Pivot™ Bevel Technology
The AP-A22 features our exclusive Constant Surface Pivot™ Bevel Technology, developed to improve bevel cutting performance while increasing machine reliability.
Unlike conventional bevel heads that require large axis movements during angle changes, the AP-A22 maintains the bevel pivot point at the material surface. This innovative design significantly reduces non-cutting movement between bevel operations, improving cycle times and overall production efficiency.
By optimizing the motion geometry of the cutting head, the system also minimizes bending and torsional stress placed on the fiber optic delivery cable during continuous bevel operation, helping extend component life and improve long-term reliability.
Advanced Features:
Proprietary Constant Surface Pivot™ bevel cutting system.
Reduced axis travel during bevel transitions for faster cycle times.
Lower mechanical stress on the fiber optic delivery system.
Improved long-term cutting head reliability.
High-precision bevel angle control for weld preparation and structural fabrication.
Excellent repeatability on complex tube geometries.
Motion & Drive
High-performance Inovance EtherCAT AC servo motors and drives provide exceptional positioning accuracy and smooth motion on every machine axis.
Precision rack-and-pinion drive system delivers rapid positioning speeds with outstanding repeatability.
High-speed EtherCAT motion control architecture provides ultra-fast communication between the CNC controller, servo drives, and machine components for superior synchronization and responsive machine operation.
Advanced CNC motion algorithms optimize rotary positioning and coordinated multi-axis movement during complex tube cutting operations.
Intelligent Tube Processing
Advanced tube modeling software simplifies programming of complex tube geometries and structural profiles.
Profile recognition reduces setup time and programming complexity.
Intelligent nesting and batch processing maximize material utilization while increasing production efficiency.
Optimized cutting path generation minimizes machine movement and improves throughput.
Supports both prototype production and high-volume manufacturing.
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