FSCUT Controller Comparison for Sheet Lasers: 2000E, 4000E, 6000, 8000A, and 8000REVO

In sheet metal CNC laser cutting machines, the controller is the main element of system control. It determines movement accuracy, cutting stability, process richness, and automation capabilities.
The FSCUT ( Bochu / Friendess ) series is one of the most widely used fiber laser control systems in the world.

This article examines five commonly encountered models for sheet cutting: FSCUT2000E , FSCUT4000E , FSCUT6000 , FSCUT8000A and FSCUT8000REVO .
The comparison will help you understand which solution suits specific power, productivity requirements, and automation levels.

Brief overview by power and application:

Feature comparison:

FSCUT2000E – reliable and economical standard

Designed for 1–4 kW machines. Uses EtherCAT bus technology, providing clean installation and stable motion control.

• High-Speed Find Edge - Quickly and accurately determines the angular position of the actual sheet edge.
• One-Path FlyCut - Combines multiple holes into one continuous cutting motion.
• Circle Center - Automatically finds the center of a round sheet to start cutting from the center.
• Fast Cutting - Optimizes movement between cutting locations, saving time.
• QR Code Import - Allows you to scan a QR code with a smartphone and send the task to the machine.
• 3-stage piercing - Gradual piercing in three stages for thick sheet cutting.

Not available: Smooth MicroJoint, Auto Recut, Smart Piercing, and visual remnant recognition functions. Suitable for small and medium workshops where stability and lower costs are a priority.

FSCUT4000E – Medium balance of capabilities

Designed for the 1.5–8 kW range (in practice often up to 6–8 kW). Includes all 2000E features plus:

• Smooth MicroJoint – smooth micro-connection, easier part separation from the sheet.
• Ultra Dynamic Cutting - Better dynamics for cutting thin materials.

Not available: Auto Recut, Smart Piercing, and full visual vision systems. This model is one of the most widely used in the medium production segment.

FSCUT6000 – the specialized solution for medium-thick sheets

Designed for 6–15 kW machines. This is a cost-effective EtherCAT controller specifically optimized for medium-thick sheets (steel structures, towers, shipbuilding). Includes all previous features plus:

• 5-stage piercing - Provides better performance in piercing thicker materials.
• Deslag Piercing - Immediately cleans slag after piercing is complete, improving the quality of thick sheet piercing.
• Flash Piercing - Fast frequency conversion piercing, improving the efficiency of thick sheet piercing.
• Corner Technique - Improves the quality of part corner processing.
• Quick CutOff - Cuts the sheet in the X or Y direction with one click.

CypCutPro software provides ease of use and rich features. This model is an excellent solution if your production is dominated by 6–12 kW power and medium-thick sheets, but the maximum power of the 8000 series is not required.

FSCUT8000A – solution for high-power machines

Oriented towards 6 kW and higher power machines. Provides a significantly richer process package:

• 9-stage piercing – significantly better processing of thick materials
• Slag-Free Cutting - cutting without slag.
• Auto Recut – automatic re-cutting if the sensor detects incomplete piercing
• Smart Piercing - automatic determination of piercing time
• Cutting Path Monitor and Melt Pool Detection (with BLT heads)
• Visual Remnant – visual remnant recognition
• Higher acceleration capability (up to 5G)
• Improved safety (torque protection, dual-drive correction, etc.)

HypCut software provides stronger process management and production planning capabilities. Suitable for machines where maximum productivity and quality on thick sheets are required.

FSCUT8000REVO – next-generation intelligent solution

Based on the 8000 series, but with HypCutRevo software and the HyPanel2 platform. Includes all 8000A capabilities plus:

• Smart Vision – automated sheet and remnant recognition, batch scan, one-click nesting.
• Auto Nozzle Change – automatic nozzle change (up to 24 positions), cleaning, and calibration without operator intervention.

Maximum automation and the ability to reduce manual work. Suitable for factories aiming for "lights-out" or high-autonomy mode.

How to choose the right model? :

• Simple production (up to 4 kW) → FSCUT2000E
  Stable everyday production (up to 8 kW) → FSCUT4000E
  Medium-thick sheets, steel structures (6–15 kW) → FSCUT6000
  Thick sheets, high productivity (over 8 kW) → FSCUT8000A
  Maximum automation, vision system, nozzle change → FSCUT8000REVO

All mentioned models use the EtherCAT bus, which ensures clean installation, signal strength stability, fast communication, and good service convenience. The main differences lie in process richness, the number of piercing stages, sensor integration, and the level of automation.

When choosing a controller, it is recommended to consider not only the laser power but also the mechanics of the machine, the type of cutting head, the presence of a shuttle table, and the planned degree of automation. A properly matched system ensures more stable operation and a better return on investment.

You can try each of the control systems and their intended software in the Demo version:

CypCut E
2D cutting software CypCutE is intended for low-power EtherCAT cutting systems.
→ Download : CypCut E

CypCut Pro
2D cutting software CypCut Pro is intended for medium-power EtherCAT cutting systems.
→ Download : CypCut Pro

CypNEST
Nesting software for CypCut/HypCut systems.
→ Download : CypNEST

HypCut
High-power laser cutting control software.
→ Download : HypCut

HypCutRevo
Next-generation intelligent system for FSCUT8000REVO.
→ Download : HypCutRevo

Note on downloads: On the official BOCHU website, downloads for HypCut and HypCutRevo are often available only after email registration or authorization. However, you can get the 30-day free demo version of CypNEST directly on our website. If you need assistance with HypCut or HypCutRevo installation and licensing, please contact our service team.