TheToughcut SAPPHIRE Educational CNC Router Series is tailored for precision, versatility, and user-friendly operation, making it ideal for schools, workshops, and hobbyists. The Standard model provides a comprehensive feature set for everyday applications, while the Premium model is designed to meet the demands of advanced professional projects and high-performance requirements.

Toughcut SAPPHIRE Educational CNC Router Standard Features

Operation Controller

• LNC MW2500D (Taiwan) with a movable control panel.
• User-friendly design featuring a 20 monitor, keyboard, and mouse for easy operation.

Automatic Tool Changer (ATC)

• 8-slot ISO30 tool changer enables fast and efficient tool swaps, eliminating manual changes.

Drive Motor

• Leadshine servo motors for smooth and consistent operation.

Precision Transmission

• Ball screw mechanism ensures reliable accuracy and repeatable performance.

Spindle

• 6kW air-cooled ATC spindle (HQD CC, ISO30) with speeds of up to 18,000 RPM, powered by a Delta 7.5kW inverter for optimal efficiency.

Guide Rails

• T-WIN 25mm guide rails with advanced sliding technology for excellent stability and load capacity.

Additional Features

• Automatic tool length calibration for precise adjustments.
• Vacuum table with a 5.5kW pump (320m/h) and filter to secure workpieces.
• Automatic lubrication system for reduced maintenance requirements.
• USB compatibility for simple G-code program uploads.

Premium Features

The Premium model builds upon the Standard model, incorporating additional features and improvements for advanced educational and professional use:

1. Enhanced Spindle Power

   • High-torque spindle for demanding applications and materials.

2. Optimised Transmission System

   • Dual-ball screw system for unparalleled precision and reliability.

3. Improved Tool-Changing Efficiency

   • Faster tool change speeds with reinforced changer mechanisms.

4. Reinforced Guide Rails

   • Larger, heavy-duty rails for improved stability during intensive workloads.

5. Advanced Lubrication System

   • Intelligent lubrication for extended machine life and reduced maintenance.

Feature Comparison

Whether you need the Educational Standard model for everyday use or the Educational Premium model for high-performance applications, the Toughcut SAPPHIRE series is the perfect choice for schools, hobbyists, and professionals alike.

Applications

• Furniture & Wood Processing: wooden doors, chairs, cabinets, stairs, computer tables, sewing machine, musical instruments.
• Plate processing: insulation, plastic and chemical, the PCB, move the car body, bowing, track, stars anti-special board, epoxy, resin, ABS, PP, PE, and other carbon mixture.
• Decoration / Craft Industry: Engraving characters/patterns onto gifts, souvenirs, and shaping of acrylic, PVC, MDF, artificial stone, plexiglass, plastic, copper and aluminium, and other soft metal plate engraving and milling cutting.
• Advertising / Signage Industry: Engraving and cutting of various labels and signage on materials including marble, brass, steel, and other metallic material.
• Engraving: Engraving characters, numbers, and other patterns on labels for products directly.
• Architectural Models: Engraving fine window, fencing, and wall patterns.

Workshop Requirements

• 20amp 5pin 415V socket outlet
• Compressed air supply, minimum FAD 400L/MIN @ 6 bar – the machine is fitted with Nitto Style Male Fitting
• Dust Extraction, Minimum 2HP, 100mm outlet
• Tooling, the machine is not supplied with tooling
• Collets for tool Holders – size Depends on the tooling
• CAD / CAM Software (i.e vertical v carve)
• Bracket for holding dust hose

Client Testimonial

• Client Testimonial: Chisholm Catholic College

Client Videos

• Empowering Education: Beyond Tools Installs Cutting-Edge CNC Router at Chisholm Catholic College

Options

Please note images show 1240mm x 1220mm x 250mm working size machine.