Best Industrial CNC Plasma Cutting Machine

The Mega Hornet 1000 CNC Plasma Cutter – Heavy Duty Power & Precision

The Mega Hornet 1000 CNC plasma cutting machine has an enormous frame and massive servo drives to deliver decades of reliable service to shipyards, service centers, and manufacturers. A welded and stress-relieved gantry beam and fabricated steel end trucks enable the Mega Hornet 1000 CNC plasma cutter to span up to 14 feet (4.3m) and carry up to 6 cutting and marking processes. The CNC plasma machine includes the Hypertherm Edge Connect CNC control with support for True Hole™ and Rapid Part technology.

The Mega Hornet 1000 CNC plasma cutting machine incorporates the industry’s most reliable AC servo amplifiers and servo motors, precision planetary gearboxes, precision ground cross-axis linear ways, and a heavy-duty machined floor-mounted rail system.

This rugged CNC plasma table is designed for shipyards, service centers, contract shops, and manufacturers, and is available in widths from 6.6′ (2 m) to 14′ (4.3 m). Lengths of over 100′ (30 m) or more can be supplied.

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Standard Features

Hypertherm Edge Connect CNC control
Integrated SENSOR torch height control interface
Heavy duty steel gantry construction
Dual 20mm Cross Axis Linear Ways
Hardened and ground helical pinion gears
Precision helical gear rack
Triple machined floor mounted main rails
Planetary gear heads
1,200 IPM (30 mpm) rapid traverse speed
Enclosed flexible cable carriers on Both X & Y axis
Flexible master carriage system for up to three tools

Options

Widths from 6.6′ (2 m) to 14′ (4.3 m)
Rail Systems to 100 ft (30.5 m) or More
Up to six stations
Up to two plasma cutting systems – conventional or high definition up to 800 Amps
Plasma Torch Lifter with AC Servo Driven Ball Screw
Plasma Torch Collision Mount
Contour bevel system
Up to two plasma torch height control stations
Up to six oxy-fuel stations – straight cutting
Digitally controlled heavy-duty electronic oxy-fuel gas manifold
Phoenix software oxy-fuel cut chart screen captures
Programmable Torch Selection and Spacing
Over-head cable carriers
Automatic Lubrication Systems
AeroCLEAN multi-zoned down draft air table
HydroCLEAN water table with adjustable water level
Dust collection systems
Programming software
Plate Markers (air scribe or plasma)
Cross-hair laser pointer

Large and powerful enough to tackle jobs of all sizes, the Mega Hornet 1000 CNC plasma cutting machine is a reliable, efficient workhorse. Contact Hornet Cutting Systems today at 1-844-209-5552 for a free quote.

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CNC Control Cabinet

Edge Connect Panel Mount

Edge Connect Remote Pedestal

Mega Hornet 1000 FAQ’s

The Mega Hornet 1000 is a large-format CNC plasma cutting table engineered for high-precision cutting of thick plate in high-volume industrial environments. Built with a robust frame, advanced motion control, and customizable options, it’s the ultimate solution for heavy-duty plasma cutting.

What makes the Mega Hornet 1000 ideal for heavy industrial cutting?

The Mega Hornet 1000 is built for large-scale metal fabrication, offering a rugged steel frame, precision linear rail system, and support for plasma and oxy-fuel cutting. It handles plates up to 3 in (76.2 mm) thick and table sizes up to 12 ft x 50 ft (3.65 m x 15.2 m), making it one of the most powerful industrial CNC cutting machines on the market.

Can the Mega Hornet 1000 be customized for specific applications like shipbuilding or bridge fabrication?

Yes. The Mega Hornet 1000 is fully customizable with options such as dual plasma torches, drill stations, pipe cutting attachments, and fume extraction systems. It’s a top choice for industries that demand large-part cutting accuracy and reliable production at scale.

What plasma systems are compatible with the Mega Hornet 1000?

This machine supports integration with high-definition plasma systems from Hypertherm® and Kjellberg®, including models like the HPR260XD and XPR300. This gives you the flexibility to pair the Mega Hornet 1000 with the best plasma cutters for thick steel, while maximizing cut quality and speed.

Plasma THC Technology

SENSOR THC electronics and Hornet Cutting Systems RSVS-5 Lifter:

Delivers Hypertherm Rapid Part Technology with ProNest and collision avoidance
600 IPM (15 m/min) vertical positioning speed
Pierce height sensing using Ohmic or position error stall detection
Maintains torch to plate height during cut via voltage regulation
14″ (356 mm) stroke travel for torch positioning
50-300 VDC Arc Voltage Range in .1 volt increments
Pneumatic plasma torch collision mount with E-Stop to CNC

THC Control Parameters:

Transfer height
Pierce height
Pierce time
Cutting height
Cutting voltage
Retract height after cut

Recommended Plasma Cutting Systems

Hornet Cutting Systems suggests the Hypertherm mechanized plasma cutter products listed below for use with our Mega Hornet 1000 CNC plasma cutting machine. Other plasma cutting systems may be offered depending upon your application.

Hypertherm XPR300