Which table model among the wire cutting and stripping machines is the easiest to operate?

Most desktop models have an integrated display in the size of the pre-smartphone era. In this respect, the Metzner AM 1000 stands out from the crowd with its standard, foldable 12” color touchscreen.

How to tell if a cable cutting and stripping machine is a good investment?

If you purchase an automated wire cutting and stripping machine, it should be able to process all your wires. Check the manufacturer's specifications for the outer diameter of the cables and the cross section. The wider the machine is set up, the better for you. Of course, simple operation and tool-free changing of all tools in the machine are essential. And then you should carefully compare the hardware and software equipment, as this is where you will find the biggest differences.

How do you choose the right wire cutting and stripping machine?

The two most important parameters for your selection are the outer diameter of the wires that the machine can process and the cable cross section. The machine must cover your range of cables. The next step is, of course, the purchase price. The software is a real cost driver. So you best check it out: Does the machine have network or MES integration? Is a cable list production on board? Is the machine prepared for printers, unwinders and coilers? Or do you have to spend extra for all this?

Metzner AM 1000

Base model for cables up to 10 mm Ø & 6 mm² cross-section

Benchtop machine:

reliably and cleanly cuts cables from 0.14 mm² to 6 mm²

As standard:

12" colour touchscreen

Software integrated:

At no extra costs: MES, part list, PC integration and much more

Our most compact machine, delivering impressive performance

Small and yet really big

The AM 1000 cutting and stripping machine impresses with its compact dimensions and extensive processing options. With its robust, powerful cutting module, it successfully processes cables up to 10 mm in diameter and an 6 mm² cross-section (up to 10 mm² depending on the material). With feed rollers made of steel, rubber or a corundum coating, it adapts to a wide range of insulation materials and processing requirements. The AM 1000 offers interfaces for controlling unwinding and feeding devices, as well as printing devices and can be quickly expanded into a complete production line.

Unique software features

For safe and convenient operation, the AM 1000 is equipped with a 12.7” touchscreen and intuitive software that provides a graphical display of the settings. It supports the standard processing of cable lists, the integrated control of printing devices and has an MES interface as well as data import/export in Excel format.

Flexible benchtop model: versatile, intuitive, ready to go

Features & Benefits

Excellent user-friendliness thanks to an easy-to-read display
More flexibility: cable processing from 0.5 to 10 mm diameter
Complete software solution – no need for additional software packages or interface modules
Tool-free, quick changeover of cable guides and feed rollers
Winders and take-off units can be connected in parallel, as well as two printers
Also suitable for flat and Teflon cables

Applications

Cutting of cables and strands
Stripping with full and partial pull-off
Stripping of multi-core cables
Stripping of ribbon cables
Cutting and stripping of Teflon cables
Stripping of extremely thin insulations
Cutting to length of wires
Printing and marking

Technical Data

Performance Data	AM 100
Wire size range stranded \| solid	6 mm² \| 10 mm² (after check)
Max. cable diameter	10 mm
Length interval	0.1 mm
Typical repeat accuracy	± (1 mm + 0.2 % l)
Max. feeding speed	722 ft/min
Max. stripping length (cable start \| cable end)	40–120 mm \| 0–30 mm
Cable length (min. \| max.)	20 mm \| 999,999 mm
Wire stripping force	180 N

Equipment	AM 100
Cutting system	Knife
Feeding system	Roller
Cutting	✔
Stripping with full pull-off	✔
Stripping with partial pull-off	✔
Multistage stripping	✔
Slitting	–
Ribbon cable	optional (up to 10 mm width)
BOM processing	✔
Material end recognition	optional
Cable length compensation	✔
Recipe data management	✔
Length measuring system	optional
Printing interface	optional
Interface for peripherals	✔
IT network interface	optional
Rotary cutting unit	–
Length slitting unit	–
Networking / MES interface (Industry 4.0)	optional
Remote servicing	PC integrated
USB / Ethernet	✔
Blades	V blade, Radius V blade, Ribbon cable blade
Number of blade pairs in use	1

Technical Data	AM 100
Dimensions (L × W × H)	390 × 600 × 370 mm (with PC 540 mm)
Electrical connection	230 V \| 50 Hz
Compressed air connection	6 bar
Weight	28 kg
Drive	SPS / PC
Display	12“ touch screen retractable
Consumption kVA \| bar	0.4 kVA \| approx. 75 l/min.
Noise (idle)	< 75 dB(A)