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Cincinnati

CL-960 12kW

12kW Fiber

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FiberHigh PowerIPG Source

Cincinnati CL-960 12kW

12kW Fiber cutting Machine

Power

12 kW

Work Area

3100×1550mm

Max Steel

40mm

Origin

United States

Released

2024

Accuracy

±0.025mm

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How It Compares

Compared against 748 machines in this category

Power Output▲ 18%
12kW
0Avg: 10.20 kW
Work Area▼ 35%
4.80m²
0Avg: 7.35 m²
Max Steel Cutting▲ 45%
40mm
0Avg: 27.55 mm
Positioning Accuracy▲ 20%
±0.03mm
0Avg: 0.03 mm

Quick Facts: Cincinnati CL-960 12kW

Laser Power & Type12kW Fiber
Work Area3100 × 1550 mm
Estimated Price Range$320000-420000
Primary Applicationcutting

The Cincinnati CL series fiber laser cutting machines represent American manufacturing excellence, combining robust construction with high-performance linear motor drive systems for demanding fabrication environments. As one of North America's most trusted machine tool manufacturers, Cincinnati delivers production-ready laser cutting capability with comprehensive support.

Available with nLight fiber laser sources from 4kW to 15kW, the CL series offers bed sizes from 5'×10' to 8'×20' with linear motor drives enabling rapid traverse speeds of 12,020 ipm and acceleration exceeding 2.3G. Positioning accuracy reaches ±0.001" across the entire cutting range. The Dynamic Power Control (DPC) system optimizes part quality and processing time automatically.

Key features include efficient dual-pallet configurations for continuous production, fiber optic beam delivery for reduced maintenance, and 22-inch high-resolution touchscreen controls. The CLX series adds dual 22-inch touchscreen monitors, four interior cameras, nLight 15kW Corona laser, predictive technology, and Beckhoff IoT integration for Industry 4.0 connectivity. The robust linear motor drive system provides enhanced productivity, performance, and accuracy with encoder resolution of 0.000006 inches. For American fabricators requiring proven reliability and domestic support, Cincinnati CL series delivers trusted production capability.

Job shopIndustrial fabricationContract cutting

📝 Editor's Review

American-built fiber laser with Cincinnati's 125-year manufacturing heritage

The CL-960 leverages Cincinnati's deep US manufacturing roots and service infrastructure. For shops that value domestic support and parts availability, it's a compelling alternative to imports. The machine uses nLIGHT fiber sources (also US-made). Trade-off: higher price point than Chinese equivalents for similar specifications, justified by service network density across North America.

Best For: US-based fabricators requiring domestic manufacturing, strong local service, and Buy American Act compliance

Value
6/10
Reliability
8/10
Service
9/10

Market Position

Power vs. work area compared to 51 machines in this category

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Full Specifications

Laser System

BrandCincinnati
ModelCL-960 12kW
Laser TypeFiber
Power Output12 kW
Wavelength1070 nm
Beam Quality (M²)1.9
Laser SourceIPG

Work Envelope

Work Area (L × W)3100 × 1550 mm
Positioning Accuracy±0.025 mm
Repeatability±0.015 mm

Machine Specifications

Weight8300 kg
Control SystemCLtouch
Cooling TypeWater
Power Consumption82 kW

Commercial Information

Country of OriginUS
Release Year2024
Warranty2 years
Price Range$320,000 - $420,000

Material Coverage

Maximum cutting thickness across materials

Steel40mmStainless30mmAluminum30mmCopper16mmBrass16mmTitanium16mm
Steel40 mm
Stainless30 mm
Aluminum30 mm
Copper16 mm
Brass16 mm
Titanium16 mm

Cutting Capabilities

Maximum material thickness and cutting speeds for the Cincinnati CL-960 12kW

MaterialMax ThicknessSpeed @5mmSpeed @10mm
Mild Steel40mm40m/min12m/min
Stainless Steel30mm24m/min10m/min
Aluminum30mm30m/min11m/min
Copper16mm--
Brass16mm--
Titanium16mm--
40
Mild Steel
mm max
30
Stainless Steel
mm max
30
Aluminum
mm max
16
Copper
mm max
16
Brass
mm max
16
Titanium
mm max

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Cincinnati CL-960 12kW

The Cincinnati CL-960 12kW features a 12kW fiber laser, suitable for metal cutting and sheet processing.

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