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FiberMid RangeIPG Source
Bystronic ByTube Star 130
4kW Fiber cutting Machine
Power
4 kW
Max Steel
25mm
Origin
Switzerland
Released
2023
Accuracy
±0.05mm
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How It Compares
Compared against 748 machines in this category
Power Output▼ 61%
4kW
0Avg: 10.20 kW
Max Steel Cutting▼ 9%
25mm
0Avg: 27.55 mm
Positioning Accuracy▼ 61%
±0.05mm
0Avg: 0.03 mm
Quick Facts: Bystronic ByTube Star 130
Laser Power & Type4kW Fiber
Estimated Price Range$350000-420000
Primary Applicationcutting
The Bystronic ByTube Star delivers Swiss precision in fiber laser tube cutting, offering specialized tube and profile processing capability for fabricators requiring high-quality tube fabrication. As part of Bystronic's comprehensive laser cutting portfolio, the ByTube Star combines proven fiber laser technology with tube-specific automation.
Available with laser power up to 6kW, the ByTube Star 130 processes tubes up to 130mm diameter with lengths accommodating standard tube stock. The 3D cutting head enables complex joint geometries and weld-prep bevels, while automatic loading and unloading systems enable continuous production with minimal operator intervention.
Key features include automatic tube measurement and positioning, intelligent clamping that adapts to tube geometry, and integrated scrap handling. The ByVision Tube control system provides specialized tube programming with intuitive touchscreen operation and comprehensive part library. Processing round, square, rectangular, and special-section tubes in steel, stainless, and aluminum, the ByTube Star serves structural fabrication, furniture manufacturing, and automotive industries requiring precise tube components.
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Full Specifications
Laser System
| Brand | Bystronic |
| Model | ByTube Star 130 |
| Laser Type | Fiber |
| Power Output | 4 kW |
| Wavelength | 1070 nm |
| Laser Source | IPG |
Work Envelope
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.05 mm |
| Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
Machine Specifications
| Control System | ByVision Tube |
| Cooling Type | Water |
Commercial Information
| Country of Origin | CH |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| Price Range | $350,000 - $420,000 |
Material Coverage
Maximum cutting thickness across materials
Steel25 mm
Stainless12 mm
Aluminum10 mm
Copper6 mm
Brass6 mm
Titanium8 mm
Cutting Capabilities
Maximum material thickness and cutting speeds for the Bystronic ByTube Star 130
| Material | Max Thickness | Speed @5mm | Speed @10mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild Steel | 25mm | 13m/min | 3.5m/min |
| Stainless Steel | 12mm | 8m/min | 3m/min |
| Aluminum | 10mm | 10m/min | 3m/min |
| Copper | 6mm | - | - |
| Brass | 6mm | - | - |
| Titanium | 8mm | - | - |
25
Mild Steel
mm max
12
Stainless Steel
mm max
10
Aluminum
mm max
6
Copper
mm max
6
Brass
mm max
8
Titanium
mm max
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Price & Budget Fit
Listed range$350000-420000
Power tierMid range
OriginSwitzerland
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Best-Fit Buyer Profile
Best fit for general fabrication and job shops that need a balance of purchase price, cutting range, and daily production flexibility.
Application: cuttingLaser: FiberAutomation: semi-autoControl: ByVision Tube
Material Capability
Steel25mm max
Stainless12mm max
Aluminum10mm max
Copper6mm max
Brass6mm max
Titanium8mm max
Maintenance & Consumables
Plan preventive service roughly every 5,000 operating hours.
- - Protective windows, nozzles, lenses, filters, and slats should be quoted as annual consumables.
- - Assist gas options listed: ["N2","O2","Air"]. Confirm nitrogen, oxygen, or air supply cost for your material mix.
- - Confirm local availability for IPG source service and optics.
Facility Readiness
- Power: confirm total installed load
- Cooling: Water cooling
- Extraction: dust/fume extraction required
- Noise: 78 dB operating level
US Buyer Compliance
- Electrical: confirm 480V or 208V three-phase compatibility, transformer needs, and NEMA enclosure rating.
- Safety: verify Class 4 laser controls, OSHA lockout/tagout procedures, ANSI Z136.1 program ownership, and interlocked enclosure options.
- Certification: request UL/ETL-listed electrical panels or field evaluation path before purchase approval.
- Support: confirm US spare parts stock, technician coverage, remote diagnostics, and warranty labor terms.
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