Panther: The Ultimate CNC Metal Plate Profile Cutting Machine

Introducing Panther, our flagship CNC Metal Plate Profile Cutting Machine, proudly manufactured in India for over 35 years. Panther is a gantry-type, single/dual-drive system engineered for high-precision profile cutting of various metals using either Plasma or Oxy-fuel technology, or both. The Panther model is designed for robust performance and versatility, offering solutions for a wide range of cutting applications.

Key Features & Capabilities

Dual Cutting Technologies

Equipped to operate with both Plasma and Oxy-fuel torches for maximum versatility.

Powerful Plasma Cutting

Includes our HyCUT 300 Plasma Power Source (30-300 amps, 60 kW output), capable of piercing up to 38 mm and edge cutting up to 50 mm.

Efficient Oxy-fuel Cutting

Utilizes your site's Oxy-fuel cylinder bank for effective cutting of thicker materials.

"L" Series (Lite Version)

Also available as Panther "L" series: a more basic configuration with essential features (controllers, hardware, motors, drives, software, cable drag chains). Can be supplied with or without a cutting bed.

Fully Loaded Accessories (Optional)

  • Capacitive Auto Height Controller attachment for Oxy-fuel.
  • Auto Torch Igniter for Oxy-fuel cutting torch.
  • Initial Height Sensing & Auto Height Controller (Model PMT) for Plasma Torch.
  • Fume extraction table for a cleaner working environment.

Typical Customer Requirements & Performance

Material Capability

  • Mild Steel (MS): 1 mm to 150 mm (Oxy-fuel), up to 50 mm (Plasma).
  • Stainless Steel (SS): 1 mm to 50 mm.

Large Working Area

Standard plate cutting dimensions: 12.5 meters in length x 2.5 meters in width.

Technical Specifications

Items Technical Parameters
Type of Machine Gantry CNC
No. of Torches 2 (1 Plasma & 1 Oxy-fuel)
Working Area 12.5 m x 2.5 m
Machine Area 13.5 m x 3.3 m
Plasma Source 300 amps Model HyCUT 300 (Water cooled)
Plasma Cutting Capacity Piercing – 38 mm, Edge cutting – 50 mm
Oxy-fuel Cutting Capacity (maximum) 200 mm
Structure Material Hardened and ground rail, specially designed guides, MS Frame
No. of Controlled Axes with independent drives X-axis (2), Y-axis (1), Z-axis (1)
Drive Mechanism Rack & pinion for X1, X2 and Y axis; Ball screw for Z axis
Rapid Speed 12 meters/min
Height Control Initial Height Sensing & Auto height control (Plasma), Automatic torch height control through Capacitive Height Control (Oxy-fuel)
CNC Controller Make FLMC / equivalent
Cable Conveyors Cable drag chain system

Critical Items and Make (Quality Components)

Sr. No. Description Make
1 Rack KHK or Equivalent
2 Pinion Technocrats
3 LM Guides Hiwin
4 Gearbox Delta or Apex or Sesame
5 Controller FLMC or equivalent
6 Servomotor & Drive Delta or Panasonic or equivalent
7 Arc Voltage Torch Height Control Technocrats
8 Plasma Power Source Technocrats (HyCUT 300)
9 Oxy Fuel Torch Longteng / Harris / TANAKA
10 Capacitive Height Controller HYD
11 Limit Switches Teknic
12 Relay Card Omron
13 SMPS Meanwell
14 Cables Polycab / Finolex/ LAPP
15 Relays Omron/ PLA
16 Cable Drag Chains IGUS/ Teknic
17 Nesting Software Most 2D / CAD CAM

Site Installation Requirements (for Smooth Setup)

Power Supply

  • Three-phase, 415V AC, 150 AMPS (with 3-pole SFU for plasma).
  • Single-phase, 230V AC, 20 Amp (with 2-pole SFU for CNC).
  • Servo Stabilizer: Required for stable power supply.

Air Compressor

  • Clean & dirt-free air delivery at 6-8 kg pressure.
  • Dryer unit required.
  • Specifications: Two-stage head (2 cylinders), 200 liters tank capacity, 13 CFM (FAD), 3-phase, 5 hp motor.

Civil & Anchoring

  • Final GA drawings provided for standard civil foundation/structure.
  • Approx. 130 nos. of Chemical Hilti bolts M16x150L (for RCC flooring).
  • Separate Earthing pit with neutral to Earth 0-1 volt mandatory.

Oxy-fuel System

  • Customer is responsible for arranging oxygen cylinder bank and LPG cylinders with a proper manifold block for continuous operation.

Unloading & Storage

  • Unloading Point: Covered, rain-free, dust-free area.
  • Storage: Secure, dry, dust-free environment.
  • Installation Site: Roof-top shed with crane facility required.
  • Shop Floor Maintenance: Ensure clear access and sufficient space for machine and future maintenance.

Operator Requirements

  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • English language proficiency.
  • Minimum Windows 10 for nesting software compatibility.