CNC with oscillating knife

One of the most innovative solutions in CNC machines is the use of an oscillating knife. A milling plotter equipped with such a tool allows you to work with a wide range of materials whose processing has previously been complicated or required the use of several different technologies.

Plotter with oscillation - why do CNC machine operators value it?

Due to the fact that it is not a cutting device, the knife does not leave any waste and therefore does not require additional lashings and protection.

Moreover, oscillating technology allows for minimal deformation of the material during cutting, which translates into excellent finishing quality and reduced raw material losses. This solution increases the production flexibility of the machine, enabling the implementation of both simple and more advanced projects.

1. How does an oscillating knife work in CNC machines?

An oscillating knife is an advanced tool that uses rapid vertical movements to cut through materials. Unlike traditional cutters that rotate at high speed, an oscillating knife precisely cuts the material with an up-down movement. The oscillating mechanism enables effective cutting of even difficult-to-process materials, such as foam, rubber, leather, felt, cork, cardboard and corrugated cardboard.

The use of an oscillating knife in CNC plotters

A milling plotter with an oscillating head offers many benefits that make it an indispensable tool in modern production plants.

1. With an oscillating knife, you can process a wide range of materials, including those that are flexible, delicate or susceptible to damage. Materials such as felt, leather and technical textiles are difficult to process with traditional tools, but an oscillating knife can handle them very well.

2. The oscillating mechanism allows you to obtain perfectly smooth edges, which is extremely important in industries such as advertising, soft furniture or the textile industry. Even with various (not only rectilinear) shapes or thin materials, the quality of finishing remains at a very high level.

3. CNC machines with an oscillating knife allow for fast and repeatable cutting. This makes them perfect for both mass production and prototyping, where time is of the essence. The material is held in place by vacuum during processing.

4. Thanks to the precision of cutting, raw material losses are minimized. The edges remain clean and the materials do not deform, which allows for optimal use of the material.

Plotter with an oscillating knife – for whom?

A CNC milling machine equipped with an oscillating head is used in many industries that require precise material processing.

• Packaging industry – production of packaging prototypes and protective elements made of foam and corrugated cardboard.
• Advertising and printing - making boards, 3D letters, displays, advertising stands.
• Furniture industry – production of decorative and upholstery elements, furniture prototypes.
• Automotive and aviation industry – production of gaskets, insulating elements and finishing details.
• Creative industry – artists and designers use CNC machines to create custom decorations, art installations and personalized products.

CNC milling machine with an oscillating knife – is it worth it?

The introduction of an oscillating knife to milling plotters is an investment primarily in versatility and precision. Thanks to the use of an oscillating mechanism, the machine gains the ability to precisely cut a wide range of materials, including those difficult to process.