CNC Foam Cutting
FW-4 HotWire
by Formavex
4-axis CNC hot-wire foam cutter for architectural, pattern and prop-shape production.
2000 x 1000 x 800 mm (79" x 39" x 31")
Cutting envelope
4-axis: X, Y, independent left/right towers
Axes
Resistance-heated nichrome cutting wire
Wire type
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Ideal For
- Architectural millwork and moulding shops
- Pattern-makers and composite tooling shops
- Prop and display fabricators
Cutting envelope
2000 x 1000 x 800 mm (79" x 39" x 31")
Axes
4-axis: X, Y, independent left/right towers
Wire type
Resistance-heated nichrome cutting wire
Wire temperature range
200 - 500°C (392 - 932°F), material-based presets
Key Features
FW-4 HotWire Features
Standard features that set this machine apart in demanding manufacturing environments.
Ease of Operation
- Formavex EdgeLogic control with material-based wire presets
- Automatic wire tension control
Built-In Extras
- Direct DXF and STL file import
- Stored profile library for repeat shapes
- 4-axis independent tower cutting for tapers and compound curves
- Low-dust cutting with no crumbling foam edge
Full Specifications
Formavex FW-4 HotWire Technical Details
Complete specifications, standard features, and optional upgrades.
- Cutting envelope
- 2000 x 1000 x 800 mm (79" x 39" x 31")
- Axes
- 4-axis: X, Y, independent left/right towers
- Wire type
- Resistance-heated nichrome cutting wire
- Wire temperature range
- 200 - 500°C (392 - 932°F), material-based presets
- Compatible materials
- EPS, XPS, polyurethane foam
- Max positioning speed
- 40 m/min (1,575 in/min)
- Positioning accuracy
- ±0.5 mm (0.02")
- Rotary turntable capacity (optional)
- 150 kg (330 lb), 1200 mm (47") diameter
- Control
- Formavex EdgeLogic control, 18" touchscreen
- File compatibility
- DXF, STL direct import
- Power requirement
- 208-240V, single-phase, 30A service
- Footprint
- 3.5 x 2.5 m (11.5' x 8')
| Cutting envelope | 2000 x 1000 x 800 mm (79" x 39" x 31") |
| Axes | 4-axis: X, Y, independent left/right towers |
| Wire type | Resistance-heated nichrome cutting wire |
| Wire temperature range | 200 - 500°C (392 - 932°F), material-based presets |
| Compatible materials | EPS, XPS, polyurethane foam |
| Max positioning speed | 40 m/min (1,575 in/min) |
| Positioning accuracy | ±0.5 mm (0.02") |
| Rotary turntable capacity (optional) | 150 kg (330 lb), 1200 mm (47") diameter |
| Control | Formavex EdgeLogic control, 18" touchscreen |
| File compatibility | DXF, STL direct import |
| Power requirement | 208-240V, single-phase, 30A service |
| Footprint | 3.5 x 2.5 m (11.5' x 8') |
- 4-axis independent tower cutting for tapers and compound curves
- Formavex EdgeLogic control with material-based wire presets
- Direct DXF and STL file import
- Automatic wire tension control
- Low-dust cutting with no crumbling foam edge
- Stored profile library for repeat shapes
- Rotary turntable for 3D architectural profiles
- Second wire station for parallel cutting
- Extended envelope package for oversized blocks
- Fume extraction hood for high-volume runs
- Architectural moulding and column profiles
- Pattern-making for foundry and composite tooling
- Prop, display and set-piece fabrication
- Packaging insert prototyping
FAQ
FW-4 HotWire Questions
Answers to common questions about the FW-4 HotWire.
Typically 6-8 weeks from order; we confirm the exact date at order.
A 208-240V, single-phase, 30A service — no compressed air or gas required.
Yes — on-site training covers wire replacement, tension setup and material presets.
Base machine, Formavex EdgeLogic control, rigging and installation, and operator training.
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