Morgan Rushworth XTH Section and Tube Laser Cutting Machine (4 Chuck)

Morgan Rushworth XTH Four-Chuck Tube & Section Laser Cutting Machine

Four-Chuck Control for Large, Long and Heavy Profiles

The Morgan Rushworth XTH is a heavy-duty, four-chuck CNC fibre laser cutting system developed for processing long, large-diameter and heavy tubes and sections.

Available in four capacity ranges, the XTH can accommodate tube diameters from 20 mm up to 630 mm and box sections from 20 × 20 mm up to 630 × 630 mm. Material lengths of 6,000 mm, 7,500 mm and 12,000 mm are available, while 6 kW, 12 kW and 20 kW fibre laser sources can be specified across every size range.

This creates a comprehensive selection of 36 configurations, allowing the machine to be matched closely to the required profile capacity, material length and cutting power.

The four-chuck arrangement provides additional material support and control throughout the cutting cycle. Combined with servo-controlled infeed and outfeed supports, it helps maintain alignment and stability when processing long, large or exceptionally heavy profiles.

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Key Features and Capabilities

Four-Chuck Material Control

The defining feature of the XTH is its four-chuck material-handling system. Supporting and controlling the workpiece at additional points helps reduce the unsupported length of material during feeding, positioning and cutting.

This enhanced support helps minimise unwanted movement, vibration and deflection, particularly when processing long lengths, large-diameter tubes or profiles weighing several tonnes. It also helps maintain more consistent control as the material moves through different stages of the cutting process.

The four chucks work alongside servo-controlled infeed and outfeed supports to provide stable, controlled handling throughout production. This makes the XTH particularly suitable for demanding structural, heavy-engineering and high-capacity manufacturing applications.

Four Tube and Section Capacity Ranges

The XTH is available with maximum tube and box-section capacities of:

• 360 mm
• 450 mm
• 550 mm
• 630 mm

The XTH 36 models process round tube from 20–360 mm and box section from 20 × 20 mm up to 360 × 360 mm.

The XTH 45 extends this capacity to 450 mm, while the larger XTH 55 and XTH 63 models accommodate profiles up to 550 mm and 630 mm respectively.

This broad selection allows fabricators to choose a machine suited to their current workload while retaining the capacity to accommodate larger and heavier future projects.

6 kW, 12 kW and 20 kW Fibre Laser Sources

Every XTH capacity range is available with a choice of 6 kW, 12 kW or 20 kW fibre laser power.

The 6 kW configurations provide an effective solution for general tube and section processing, while 12 kW increases cutting capacity and productivity for more demanding materials.

For high-output production and thicker-wall profiles, the 20 kW option provides the highest cutting performance available across the XTH range.

Offering all three laser powers across the 360 mm, 450 mm, 550 mm and 630 mm models allows businesses to select their required profile capacity without being restricted to a particular laser source.

High Cutting Capacities

With the appropriate laser source and cutting gas, the XTH delivers substantial cutting capacities across ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

The 6 kW configuration can cut carbon steel up to 20 mm, stainless steel and aluminium up to 15 mm, brass up to 10 mm and copper up to 8 mm.

Moving to a 12 kW laser source increases maximum cutting capacity to 30 mm for carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminium, 15 mm for brass and 14 mm for copper.

For the most demanding applications, the 20 kW configuration provides maximum cutting capacities of up to 40 mm in carbon and stainless steel, 35 mm in aluminium, 20 mm in brass and 18 mm in copper.

Actual cutting performance will depend on factors including material grade, wall thickness, profile geometry, cutting gas and the selected machine configuration.

Processing Lengths up to 12 Metres

Every XTH capacity range is available with maximum material lengths of:

• 6,000 mm
• 7,500 mm
• 12,000 mm

These options make the XTH suitable for both conventional tube processing and applications involving exceptionally long structural sections.

Selecting the appropriate machine length can reduce the need to cut stock into shorter sections before processing. It can also help minimise secondary handling, intermediate joints and separate production operations.

Heavy-Duty Loading Capacity

The XTH is designed to handle substantial individual tube and bundle weights. Maximum single-tube capacity increases according to the selected profile range:

• Up to 1,200 kg on the XTH 36
• Up to 1,500 kg on the XTH 45
• Up to 2,000 kg on the XTH 55
• Up to 3,000 kg on the XTH 63

Maximum bundle or semi-automatic loading capacity is:

• Up to 3,600 kg on the XTH 36
• Up to 4,500 kg on the XTH 45
• Up to 6,000 kg on the XTH 55
• Up to 9,000 kg on the XTH 63

Servo-controlled infeed and outfeed supports assist with the controlled movement of these large and heavy materials. Together with the four-chuck system, they help reduce manual handling and maintain the correct material position throughout production.

Accurate and Repeatable Production

All XTH models provide an absolute positioning accuracy of ±0.05 mm.

The XTH 36 and XTH 45 provide X- and Y-axis repeatability of ±0.03 mm. The larger XTH 55 and XTH 63 models provide repeatability of ±0.05 mm.

Axis acceleration of 0.8 G is used throughout the range, supporting responsive positioning across every machine configuration.

Maximum feed speeds are matched to the profile capacity of each model:

• Up to 60 m/min on the XTH 36
• Up to 45 m/min on the XTH 45
• Up to 35 m/min on the XTH 55
• Up to 30 m/min on the XTH 63

Maximum chuck speeds are 60 rpm on the XTH 36 and XTH 45, 45 rpm on the XTH 55 and 35 rpm on the XTH 63.

This combination of controlled feed, profile rotation and four-point material support helps the machine maintain consistent cutting accuracy across both individual components and repeated production batches.

CAD/CAM Programming and Material Nesting

Professional tube CAD/CAM and nesting software provides an efficient workflow from component design through to production.

Parts can be programmed and nested to make effective use of the available material length, reduce waste and simplify the production of repeated components.

Integration with the machine control allows operators to manage cutting paths, feature positions and production settings from a central interface. This helps reduce setup time and supports consistent production across a wide range of tube and section profiles.

Installation, Training and UK-Based Support

The Morgan Rushworth XTH is supported by Selmach’s UK-based installation, commissioning, operator training and aftercare services.

Training helps businesses introduce the machine effectively and gives operators the knowledge required to manage everyday production confidently. Ongoing engineering and service support provides dependable assistance throughout the machine’s working life.

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Typical Applications

• Structural steel fabrication
• Large-diameter tube processing
• Heavy box section, RHS and SHS production
• Agricultural and construction equipment
• Chassis and large tubular frameworks
• Automotive and transport manufacturing
• Architectural and infrastructure components
• Industrial machinery and equipment manufacture
• Heavy engineering and subcontract production
• Long or high-weight structural components
• High-volume batch manufacturing
• Components requiring additional support during cutting

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Technical Summary

Feature	Specification
Chuck Configuration	Four-chuck material-handling system
Available Configurations	36
Laser Source Options	6 kW, 12 kW or 20 kW across all capacity ranges
Maximum Tube Lengths	6,000 mm, 7,500 mm or 12,000 mm
Tube Diameter Ranges	20–360 mm, 20–450 mm, 20–550 mm or 20–630 mm
Box Section Ranges	Up to 360 × 360 mm, 450 × 450 mm, 550 × 550 mm or 630 × 630 mm
Maximum Single-Tube Weight	From 1,200 kg up to 3,000 kg, depending on model
Maximum Bundle/Semi-Automatic Loading Weight	From 3,600 kg up to 9,000 kg, depending on model
Infeed Supports	Servo-controlled
Outfeed Supports	Servo-controlled
Axis Acceleration	0.8 G
Maximum Feed Speed	30–60 m/min, depending on model
Chuck Speed	35–60 rpm, depending on model
Absolute Positioning Accuracy	±0.05 mm
Repeatability	±0.03 mm or ±0.05 mm, depending on model
Cycle Time	18 seconds
Maximum Carbon Steel Capacity	20 mm at 6 kW; 30 mm at 12 kW; 40 mm at 20 kW
Maximum Stainless Steel Capacity	15 mm at 6 kW; 30 mm at 12 kW; 40 mm at 20 kW
Maximum Aluminium Capacity	15 mm at 6 kW; 30 mm at 12 kW; 35 mm at 20 kW
Maximum Brass Capacity	10 mm at 6 kW; 15 mm at 12 kW; 20 mm at 20 kW
Maximum Copper Capacity	8 mm at 6 kW; 14 mm at 12 kW; 18 mm at 20 kW

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Why Choose the Morgan Rushworth XTH?

The Morgan Rushworth XTH combines four-chuck material control, high-power fibre laser technology and heavy-duty material handling in a machine designed for demanding tube and section processing.

Its four-chuck configuration provides additional support and stability when working with long, large-diameter or high-weight profiles. This makes the XTH particularly well suited to applications where dependable material control is essential throughout feeding, positioning and cutting.

Four capacity ranges allow businesses to select the right balance of profile size, material length, laser power and loading capacity. From general structural tube production to 12-metre profiles, 630 mm sections and individual components weighing up to three tonnes, the XTH can be configured around a wide range of heavy fabrication requirements.

With laser sources up to 20 kW, servo-controlled material supports, 0.8 G axis acceleration, accurate positioning and comprehensive UK-based support, the XTH is an effective long-term investment for structural fabricators, heavy-engineering businesses, manufacturers and subcontractors looking to expand their tube and section processing capabilities.