Does the SharpCut SX include a router?

Yes. The package includes a 3HP router motor for routing rigid plastics, acrylic, PVC, and composite materials.

What is the difference between the SX1732 and SX2032?

The SX1732 has a 67 x 126 inch working area, while the SX2032 offers a 78.75 x 124 inch working area for larger sheet processing.

Does the SharpCut SX support print-to-cut registration?

Yes. It features an integrated 3.1MP industrial camera system for accurate contour cutting and registration alignment.

Colex Sharpcut SX Flatbed Cutter Series

• Triple interchangeable tool head for cutting, routing, and creasing
• Cuts and routes materials up to 2.5 inches thick
• Industrial 3.1MP camera for precision print-to-cut registration
• High-zone vacuum system for secure material hold-down

Available Sizes: SX1717 (5.5'x5.5')

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Industrial Digital Finishing Systems for Signage, Packaging & Production Manufacturing

The Colex SharpCut SX Series is a production-grade digital flatbed cutter engineered for high-speed routing, precision cutting, and rigid substrate finishing. Designed for wide-format printers, packaging manufacturers, and industrial production facilities, the SX Series delivers unmatched versatility across rigid and flexible materials up to 2.5" thick.

Colex SharpCut SX Flatbed Cutter Series

Industrial Digital Finishing for Rigid & Flexible Materials

The Colex SharpCut SX Series is a heavy-duty digital flatbed cutting system engineered for wide-format print providers, sign shops, packaging manufacturers, and production environments that demand precision, speed, and versatility.

Featuring a triple interchangeable tool head, industrial vacuum hold-down system, 2.5” cutting thickness capability, and high-speed motion control, the SharpCut SX transforms printed sheets into finished products with production-level accuracy.

Triple Interchangeable Tool Head System
Industrial 3.1MP Vision Registration Camera
Up to 2.5" Material Thickness
Up to 80 IPS Rapid Speed
3HP Router Motor Included
Professional Installation & Training Included

Applications & Industries

For Digital Production of
Graphics:
2-dimensional signs, decals, banners, outdoor exhibits, and intricate lettering can all be cut, trimmed, or routed within minutes.
Display & POPs:
3-Dimensional product displays by contour cutting, trimming, routing and creasing for both rigid and flexible media.
Packaging:
Samples for corrugated, folding carton, and other packaging needs are produced easily with automatic cutting and creasing on materials such as paperboard, chipboard, corrugated, and much more. Optional packaging design software is available.

Wide Format Signage

Digitally finish foam board, PVC, corrugated plastic, ACM, and rigid substrates for retail displays, POP signage, and promotional graphics.

Corrugated & Packaging

Prototype and produce short-run packaging, retail displays, and custom box solutions with precision creasing and cutting tools.

Acrylic & Rigid Plastics

Route and cut acrylic sheets, PETG, styrene, and composite materials using the included 3HP router motor.

Foam & Composite Panels

Cut thick foam board, Gatorfoam, honeycomb panels, and composite materials up to 2.5" thick.

Print-to-Cut Finishing

Use the integrated 3.1MP industrial camera for accurate contour cutting and registration on digitally printed sheets.

Industrial Prototyping

Produce prototypes, sample runs, and short production batches without outsourcing cutting or routing operations.

See the SharpCut SX in Action

Watch how the SharpCut SX digitally finishes rigid and flexible materials with speed and precision.

Precision Tooling & Modular Flexibility

The SharpCut SX features a triple interchangeable tool head system, allowing operators to switch between cutting, routing, creasing, and specialty tools without reconfiguring the machine.

Compatible tooling includes:

3HP Router Motor
Oscillating Knife
Drag Knife
Creasing Wheel
V-Cut Tools
Foam Cutting Tools
Specialty Fabric Tools

Colex SharpCut Tooling Ecosystem

Build your ideal SharpCut SX or SXC configuration with purpose-built tools for signage, packaging, rigid fabrication, and textile production.

Fixed Double-Edge Knife

Heavy-duty cutting for thick vinyl, chipboard, PVC, magnetic foil, and rigid display materials.

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Creasing Wheel

Create clean fold lines for corrugated packaging, folding cartons, and retail displays.

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Kiss-Cutting Knife

Precision depth-controlled cutting for vinyl decals, labels, and laminated graphics.

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Coroplast / Corrugated Knife

Ultra-thin blade for fluted plastic, yard signs, banners, paper, and lightweight substrates.

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Universal Single Edge Knife

Rigid tangential knife for foam board, honeycomb, expanded PVC, and materials up to ¼".

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Adjustable V-Cut / Bevel Knife

Create precise 90° folds for structural packaging and dimensional display fabrication.

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Universal Drawing Tool

Plot alignment marks, CAD drawings, and production notes directly onto substrates.

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Perforating Wheel

Produce controlled tear lines for packaging inserts, tickets, and detachable components.

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Oscillating Knife

Extended stroke cutting for dense foam, thick corrugated board, and structural substrates.

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3 HP High-Frequency Router

24,000 RPM CNC routing for aluminum composite, acrylic, wood, plastics, and rigid panels.

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Motorized Rotary Knife

High-speed textile cutting for soft signage, fabric rolls, and fibrous materials.

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Heavy Duty Rotary Knife

Industrial textile production tool designed for continuous, high-volume fabric workflows.

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Colex SharpCut SX vs Zünd Digital Flatbed Cutters

Comparing the Colex SharpCut SX Series to premium digital flatbed cutter systems like Zünd. See how the SX delivers industrial performance with exceptional value.

Feature	Colex SharpCut SX	Typical Zünd System
Tool Head System	Triple Interchangeable Tool Head	Modular Tool System
Router Included	3HP Router Motor Included	Often Configured as Add-On
Maximum Cutting Thickness	Up to 2.5"	Varies by Configuration
Vision Registration	Industrial 3.1MP Camera Included	Advanced Vision System
Installation & Training	Included (3-Day On-Site Training)	Typically Quoted Separately
Warranty	1-Year Parts & Labor Included	Varies by Service Contract
Price Positioning	High-Performance Industrial Value	Premium Tier Investment

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The Colex SharpCut SX delivers production-level digital finishing, routing power, and industrial vision registration in a cost-efficient platform. For wide-format sign shops, packaging manufacturers, and print providers seeking industrial capability without premium-tier pricing, the SX Series provides exceptional performance-to-investment value.

What’s Included with Your SharpCut SX

3HP Router Motor Included

Heavy-duty routing capability for acrylic, PVC, composite panels, and rigid substrates.

Blade Kit Included ($300 Value)

Complete starter blade kit to support immediate production after installation.

1-Year Parts & Labor Warranty

Manufacturer-backed protection for your production investment.

Installation & 3-Day On-Site Training

Professional setup and comprehensive operator training included.

Elite Phone Support – First Year

Priority technical support to keep production moving.

SharpCut SX Series Model Comparison

Select the working area and production capacity that matches your shop’s workflow.

Model	Working Area	Machine Footprint	Vacuum System	Rapid Speed	Acceleration	Machine Weight
SX1717	67" × 67"	98" × 90"	4 Zone (5 kW)	50 IPS	.86 G	3,000 lbs
SX1732	67" × 126"	98" × 148"	6 Zone (7.5 kW)	80 IPS	.86 G	3,500 lbs
SX2032	78.75" × 124"	108" × 166"	6 Zone (7.5 kW)	80 IPS	.86 G	4,200 lbs
SX3216	126" × 64"	158" × 90"	6 Zone (7.5 kW)	41.6 IPS	.52 G	4,000 lbs
SX3232	126" × 126"	158" × 150"	16 Zone (20 kW)	41.6 IPS	.52 G	5,400 lbs

SharpCut SX ROI Calculator

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Colex SharpCut SX – Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about the Colex SharpCut SX flatbed cutter series, including materials, thickness, installation, and model differences.

The SharpCut SX is designed to cut and route a wide range of rigid and flexible materials including foam board, PVC, corrugated plastic, ACM, acrylic, PETG, styrene, Gatorfoam, honeycomb panels, corrugated packaging materials, and composite substrates. With optional tooling, it can also crease packaging materials and perform contour cutting on digitally printed sheets.

The SharpCut SX supports materials up to 2.5 inches thick with a 4-inch bridge clearance. This makes it ideal for thick foam boards, composite panels, and industrial prototyping applications.

Yes. The package includes a 3HP router motor, allowing you to route rigid plastics, acrylic, PVC, and composite panels without requiring additional hardware purchases.

The SX1732 features a 67" x 126" working area, while the SX2032 expands to 78.75" x 124". The SX2032 also offers a larger machine footprint and increased working width, making it ideal for shops handling oversized rigid sheets or higher production volumes.

A flatbed cutter like the SharpCut SX combines multiple cutting tools, oscillating knives, and routing capability in one platform, making it more versatile for signage, packaging, and digital finishing. Traditional CNC routers are primarily designed for routing rigid materials and do not offer integrated knife cutting or creasing tools.

Yes. The integrated 3.1MP industrial camera system allows for precise contour cutting and registration alignment on digitally printed sheets, improving finishing accuracy for wide-format graphics.

Each SharpCut SX includes professional installation and three days of on-site operator training. A one-year parts and labor warranty and first-year elite phone support are also included.

Depending on the model, recommended floor space ranges from 14’ x 14’ to 19’ x 19’. Compressed air and adequate electrical supply are required. Routing applications should include proper dust collection. Our team reviews facility requirements prior to shipment to ensure smooth installation.

SharpCut SX Series Model Comparison

Select the working area and production capacity that matches your shop’s workflow.

Model	Working Area	Machine Footprint	Vacuum System	Rapid Speed	Acceleration	Machine Weight
SX1717	67" × 67"	98" × 90"	4 Zone (5 kW)	50 IPS	.86 G	3,000 lbs
SX1732	67" × 126"	98" × 148"	6 Zone (7.5 kW)	80 IPS	.86 G	3,500 lbs
SX2032	78.75" × 124"	108" × 166"	6 Zone (7.5 kW)	80 IPS	.86 G	4,200 lbs
SX3216	126" × 64"	158" × 90"	6 Zone (7.5 kW)	41.6 IPS	.52 G	4,000 lbs
SX3232	126" × 126"	158" × 150"	16 Zone (20 kW)	41.6 IPS	.52 G	5,400 lbs

Colex Sharpcut SX Flatbed Cutter Series

$69,900.00 Save $-69,900

Industrial Digital Finishing Systems for Signage, Packaging & Production Manufacturing

Colex SharpCut SX Flatbed Cutter Series

Industrial Digital Finishing for Rigid & Flexible Materials

Applications & Industries

Wide Format Signage

Corrugated & Packaging

Acrylic & Rigid Plastics

Foam & Composite Panels

Print-to-Cut Finishing

Industrial Prototyping

See the SharpCut SX in Action

Precision Tooling & Modular Flexibility

Colex SharpCut Tooling Ecosystem

Fixed Double-Edge Knife

Creasing Wheel

Kiss-Cutting Knife

Coroplast / Corrugated Knife

Universal Single Edge Knife

Adjustable V-Cut / Bevel Knife

Universal Drawing Tool

Perforating Wheel

Oscillating Knife

3 HP High-Frequency Router

Motorized Rotary Knife

Heavy Duty Rotary Knife

Colex SharpCut SX vs Zünd Digital Flatbed Cutters

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