Roto Hornet 1000 CNC Plasma Pipe Cutting Machine

Roto Hornet 1000 CNC Plasma Pipe Cutting Machine

The Roto Hornet 1000 CNC plasma pipe cutting machine is engineered to deliver unmatched accuracy, efficiency, and durability for modern fabrication needs. Built by Hornet Cutting Systems, this advanced cutting machine integrates innovative pipe handling, world-class software, and Hypertherm’s plasma cutting technology to maximize throughput and minimize costs.

Whether you are a fabrication shop, a heavy-equipment manufacturer, or a steel processing center, the Roto Hornet 1000 ensures that your pipe cutting processes are faster, safer, and more precise than ever.

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Features of the Roto Hornet 1000

Key Features of the Roto Hornet 1000

Innovative Pipe Handling System

• Pneumatic system allows safe and efficient loading/unloading.
• Reduces operator fatigue while increasing production output.
• Handles pipes from 2″ (50 mm) to 14″ (355 mm) in diameter and lengths up to 40′ (12 m).

Rotary Tube Pro Software

• Designed by Hypertherm for complete tube and pipe part design.
• 3D rendering displays parts for visual confirmation of accuracy.
• Supports straight, miter, cope, saddle, notch, and custom cuts.
• No CAD experience required—user-friendly parametric input.
• Enables both shop-floor operators and office programmers to create accurate designs.

Precision & Quality

• Plasma torch lifter maintains consistent pierce and torch-to-pipe height.
• Powered by Hypertherm HyPerformance plasma systems for superior cut quality.
• Manual bevel attachment allows for weld preps on pipe ends.

Unique Headstock Design

• Adjustable three-jaw chuck for perfect pipe alignment.
• Integrated fume extraction system for a clean, safe work environment.
• Engineered with dust collection compatibility via RoboVent systems.

Operator-Friendly Station

• 15” LCD touchscreen, industrial keyboard, mouse, and emergency-stop button.
• Remote help connects operators directly to Hornet Cutting Systems’ support team.
• Software updates, diagnostics, and training can be provided virtually.

Why Choose the Roto Hornet 1000 CNC Plasma Pipe Cutting Machine?

The Roto Hornet 1000 cnc plasma pipe cutting machine is designed for heavy-duty reliability and built with a tubular steel frame that stands up to the demands of high-production environments.

• Durability – Rugged frame construction built to last.
• Support – On-site installation, six months of labor coverage, and 24 months for replacement parts.
• Flexibility – Compatible with multiple plasma systems, conveyors, pipe racks, and laser pointer add-ons.
• Productivity – Increase cutting speed, improve accuracy, and reduce downtime.

When downtime is not an option, the Roto Hornet 1000 ensures that your fabrication line keeps moving.

Quickly Cut Pipes

Rotary Tube Pro, from Hypertherm, is a comprehensive software solution for designing and cutting tube and pipe parts. Tubes and branches are easily created using parametric input. There is no 3-D CAD experience required. Sidewall cuts can be selected from a list of predefined shapes or added from CAD. If needed, you can also import 3-D CAD files for highly customized pipe cuts. The flexibility provided by Rotary Tube Pro allows fabricators and manufacturers the ability to work efficiently, reducing costs and boosting productivity.

Rotary Tube Pro displays 3-D renderings of the parts being programmed. This allows you to view end types, hole locations, and other features. The 3-D rendering display allows you to visually confirm the accuracy of the part that’s being programmed. Both main and branch pipes are shown to aid in pipe fit-up.

Rotary Tube Pro software enables you to cut a variety of parts including straight, miter, cope, offset cope, slotted straight, and slotted round end pipe cuts. It also allows you to easily cut notch, saddle, offset saddle, and angled saddle branch cuts.

CNC Plasma Pipe Cutting Machine: Precise and Quality Cuts

The ROTO HORNET 1000’s lifter sets the initial pierce height and maintains torch-to-pipe height during the cutting process via voltage regulation. This maintains optimum precision and quality for your cut parts.

Hypertherm’s HyPerformance plasma systems provide the highest quality and most precise plasma cutting in the industry.

The manual bevel attachment facilitates the cutting of weld preps on the ends of the pipe.

Recommended Plasma Cutting Systems

Hornet Cutting Systems recommends Hypertherm mechanized plasma cutting products for the Roto Hornet 1000 CNC plasma pipe cutting machine. Additional configurations can be provided depending on your application requirements.

 

Applications of the Roto Hornet 1000

The machine is ideal for industries requiring high-precision CNC plasma pipe cutting, such as:

• Structural steel fabrication
• Oil and gas pipelines
• Shipbuilding and offshore projects
• Heavy machinery manufacturing
• Custom fabrication shops

Unique Headstock Design

The ROTO HORNET 1000 has a unique headstock design. The adjustable three-jaw chuck allows pipe to easily be aligned and centered for cutting. The thermal cutting emissions are exhausted through the chuck and headstock to an industrial-grade fume extraction system. This unique design maximizes productivity and maintains a clean and safe work environment.

The ROTO HORNET 1000 cnc plasma pipe cutting machine was designed with dust collection in mind. Hornet Cutting Systems and RoboVent deliver complete systems. Together we design, build, install, and maintain systems to provide the convenience and control of a one-stop source. Hornet Cutting Systems contracts with RoboVent to do the collector installation to ensure it’s done right.

Operator Station

The ROTO HORNET 1000 CNC plasma pipe cutting machine remote operator station includes a 15” LCD touch-screen monitor, industrial keyboard, mouse, and E-Stop button. If needed, the operator station also includes dust collector Start/Stop buttons.

Rotary Tube Pro is parametric pipe cutting software for making basic pipe cuts on Hornet Cutting Systems ROTO HORNET pipe cutting machines. The parametric library includes shapes for miters, copes, saddles, hillsides and more. The software can be used to program pipe parts on the CNC by the operator or in the office by a programmer. Additionally, standard and custom cut charts can be loaded into the software for ultimate flexibility and ease of use.

Remote help allows operators to connect to Hornet Cutting Systems’ technical support via the internet in less than a minute from the convenience of the operator station. With the remote help feature, Hornet Cutting Systems technicians can virtually review settings, review setups, review part programs, perform software updates, perform HPRXD diagnostics, provide technical training, and observe CNC screens while running the machine.

Reliable Plasma Pipe Cutting Machine

The ROTO HORNET 1000 CNC plasma pipe cutting machine is constructed from heavy-duty steel. The durable tubular frame is built to last.

Hornet Cutting Systems understands that when your pipe cutting machine is down it is costing you money. With each machine, we offer on-site installation, six months labor, and 24 months for replacement parts.

Machine Options

Recommended Plasma Cutting Systems

Hornet Cutting Systems suggests the Hypertherm mechanized plasma cutting products listed below for use with our Roto Hornet 1000 model. Other products may be offered depending upon your application.

The Roto Hornet 1000 CNC plasma pipe cutting machine is more than just a tool—it is a productivity solution. By combining advanced handling, cutting-edge software, and Hypertherm technology, Hornet Cutting Systems delivers a machine that guarantees accuracy, speed, and long-term durability.

Invest in the Roto Hornet 1000 and transform your pipe cutting operations into a streamlined, cost-efficient process.

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