The KISTLER TCM Series provides an advanced solution for precision pipe cutting, specifically tailored for the exact creation of branches and penetrations occurring in pipeline construction. Operating on a Siemens S7 PLC with high-performance SEW-Eurodrive components, the machine manages three distinct axes: pipe rotation (X), torch carriage travel (Y), and torch tilting for beveling (Z). Its tilting stroke of +/- 50° allows for a wide range of complex profiles, including mitre, slant, and off-centre joints with or without bevels.
Industrial Capacity and Build
The machine is built for heavy-duty industrial environments, supporting wall thicknesses up to 50 mm and total workpiece weights up to 5,000 kg. It features a 630 mm manual chuck with a 200 mm through-hole to facilitate versatile material handling. The overall footprint measures approximately 8,000 mm in length and 2,800 mm in width, with a total machine weight of roughly 3,000 kg.
Smart Operational Features
Operational ease is a core focus, with English-language, menu-driven software that allows operators to store and reuse previous cut programs. For enhanced safety and precision, the PLC operator panel is movable, ensuring the technician can maintain a clear line of sight to the cutting process at all times. By entering a specialised “welding seam preparation” submenu, operators can program continuous bevel changes, enabling the PLC to adjust angles automatically during the cutting cycle
