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Beckhoff Laser Cutting Control to CypCut Retrofit

Retrofit Engineering

Beckhoff Laser Cutting Control to CypCut Retrofit

Re-engineer Beckhoff-based control and motion functions around a suitable Bochu platform with machine-specific EtherCAT and I/O planning.

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Retrofit Scope

Re-engineer Beckhoff-based control and motion functions around a suitable Bochu platform with machine-specific EtherCAT and I/O planning.

Beckhoff EtherCAT cabinet and servo wiring assessed for a CypCut retrofit
Beckhoff-to-CypCut retrofit: EtherCAT survey and motion-control migration.

Beckhoff and EtherCAT diagnosis

The engineering survey maps the Beckhoff PLC, NC task, EtherCAT topology, drive states and safety exchanges before migration. Each machine node is assessed because cable order, feedback format and motion behavior cannot be assumed.

  • Capture the EtherCAT tree, terminal types, servo drives and encoder interfaces.
  • Separate PLC interlocks from NC motion functions and laser-process signals.
  • Check cycle-sensitive devices such as height control, remote I/O and safety gateways.

Migration architecture

A suitable Bochu/CypCut architecture is designed around the machine's required axes and process interfaces; the existing EtherCAT arrangement is not copied blindly. Retained mechanical devices receive verified drive, feedback and I/O adaptation.

  • Create a replacement map for PLC, NC, drives, I/O and safety functions.
  • Define axis scaling, direction and homing from measured mechanics, not legacy assumptions.
  • Wire height control and laser process I/O through the new controller's approved terminals.

Commissioning and production acceptance

Commissioning first establishes predictable motion without laser power, then validates height response and cut sequencing. Production acceptance checks repeatability on the agreed geometry and documents any changed operating workflow.

  • Test each axis for direction, limits, homing and synchronized interpolation.
  • Validate interlocks, height-following response and process-output timing.
  • Run repeat contours and confirm dimensions, corners and operator recovery steps.

Typical Customer Challenges

01

A Beckhoff migration requires careful EtherCAT, PLC, NC and servo topology re-engineering.

02

Rising maintenance cost and unpredictable downtime

03

Need for higher power, easier operation or current process functions

Retrofit Engineering

Compatibility comes before configuration

Every project requires a machine-specific assessment. Final hardware, software and achievable performance depend on the existing mechanical accuracy, drive system, I/O, electrical cabinet, safety circuit and selected laser power.

Assessment Checklist

  • PLC, NC and EtherCAT topology survey
  • Motion, servo, fieldbus and I/O migration
  • Laser source, cutting head and chiller
  • Electrical drawings and safety circuit
  • Target materials, thickness and laser power

Project Deliverables

  • Machine compatibility report
  • Retrofit architecture and bill of materials
  • Electrical and I/O integration plan
  • Height control, cutting process and functional validation
  • Operator training and handover records
  • Remote support after commissioning

Retrofit Engineering

From machine survey to production handover

  1. 01

    Machine survey

    Collect model, year, controller, source, drives, drawings and fault history.

  2. 02

    Compatibility review

    Verify mechanics, motion, I/O, safety, utilities and target laser power.

  3. 03

    Retrofit engineering

    Define control, optics, electrical, cooling, gas and safety integration.

  4. 04

    Installation & commissioning

    Install hardware, map I/O, tune motion and complete process parameter setup.

  5. 05

    Training & support

    Validate cutting samples, train operators, document the final configuration and provide post-commissioning support.

Retrofit Engineering

Selecting the right Bochu control platform

CypCut is a leading Chinese sheet-metal laser cutting software platform. Depending on power, motion architecture and process requirements, a project may use CypCut, CypCutPro or an EtherCAT-based FSCUT8000/HypCut solution.

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CypCutSheet cuttingStandard motion
CypCutProAdvanced sheet cuttingExpanded process control
FSCUT8000 / HypCutHigh-power cuttingEtherCAT architecture

Technical References

Beckhoff Sheet Metal WorkingCypCut V6.5 User Manual

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Request Retrofit Assessment

Send the machine brand, model, year, current controller, laser source, target power and recent machine photos. We will review technical compatibility before recommending a retrofit scope.

Compatibility notice: TRUMPF, Beckhoff, PA8000, Fagor, CypCut, FSCUT and HypCut are trademarks of their respective owners. Arkmex retrofit services are independent engineering services and do not imply authorization or affiliation. Final scope is confirmed only after machine assessment.
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