Used Cable Cutting Machine for sale (68,673)

Condition: excellent (used), functionality: fully functional, Year of construction: 2013, control type: CNC control, laser type: CO₂ laser, laser power: 5,000 W, table length: 6,000 mm, table width: 2,000 mm, Trumpf laser cutting system type Trulaser 5060 Laser power: 5 kW Working area: 6000x2000 mm Pallet changer Duedpfeyvr R Hsx Affsr Complete with accessories Operating hours – see image

Condition: used, functionality: fully functional, Year of construction: 2018, With Slat Conveyor, Riedel Chiller Unit, Trumpf Dust Extraction Unit, Sick Safety Light Curtains, Signal Tower & Manuals. Overall Machine Dimensions L9,300 x W5,100 x H2,400mm. Dodpfx Asyx Hm Ijffour Working Range 'X'=3,000mm, 'Y'=1,500mm, 'Z'=116mm. Maximum Table Load 1,100kg. Maximum Simultaneous Table Feed 140m/min. Maximum Laser Power 6,000W. Wavelength 1,080nm. Mean Bidirectional Positioning Accuracy ±0.05mm, Bidirectional Positioning Error A (ISO 230–2:2014) ±0.06mm. Maximum Sheet Thickness Mild Steel 20mm. Maximum Sheet Thickness Structural Steel 25mm, Maximum Sheet Thickness Stainless Steel 25mm, Maximum Sheet Thickness Aluminium 25mm, Maximum Sheet Thickness Titanium 4mm. Maximum Sheet Thickness Copper 10mm, Maximum Sheet Thickness Brass 10mm. S/No. A0221E1080 (2018)

Condition: good (used), Year of construction: 2016, Gebruikte plasmasnijmachines van Soitaab (Italië) Model: Plasmatech 3015 Tafelafmetingen: 3000 x 1500 mm Duedpfxoyu Splo Affsr Hypertherm HPR 130 XD plasmabron Markeerstift Torit afzuigsysteem Bouwjaar: 2016

Condition: excellent (used), Year of construction: 2010, functionality: fully functional, Overall height: 1350 mm Width with control cabinet: 850 mm Depth: 1420 mm Motor power: 1.5 / 3.0 kW Disc diameter: 200 mm Dodpfxjywr Alo Affeur Cutting range up to: 40 mm

Condition: ready for operation (used), functionality: fully functional, Year of construction: 2011, machine/vehicle number: 908, laser power: 3,200 W, travel distance X-axis: 1,500 mm, travel distance Y-axis: 4,500 mm, travel distance Z-axis: 600 mm, No minimum price – guaranteed sale to the highest bidder! Bids are binding and require collection within the period from 08/04/26 to 16/04/26! TECHNICAL DETAILS X-axis travel: approx. 1500 mm Y-axis travel: approx. 4500 mm Z-axis travel: approx. 600 mm Laser power: 3.2 kW Table dimensions: 3500 x 2000 mm MACHINE DETAILS Lifting device model: TRUMPF LOADMASTER Number of suction units (lifting device): 12 Lifting device features: Light barrier system Dimensions & Weight Dusdpfx Asylalvjffjr Dimensions (L x W x H): 12000 x 7000 x 2400 mm Machine weight: 15 t EQUIPMENT Shuttle table Additional laser head Accessories Note: The laser cutting system can be transported on trucks up to 3000 mm wide and therefore does not require a special permit. External reference: 18

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2017, operating hours: 56,681 h, laser power: 4 W, 2017 Laser cutting machine with changing table and pipe cutting function. DURMA HD-FL 3015 BH / IPG 4kW – Manufacturer: DURMA – Model: HD-FL 3015 III BH-IPG 4kW – Year of manufacture: 2017 – Laser source: IPG – Control system: SIEMENS + CAD software + nesting software – Operating hours: 56,681 h Technical data: – Working area: 3000 x 1500 mm – Pipe cutting diameter: Ø 12 – 400 mm – Laser power: 4000 W (fiber laser) Maximum thickness parameters of cutting materials: – Black steel: up to 12 mm – Stainless steel: up to 10 mm Dsdjvyhczopfx Affsur – Aluminum: up to 10 mm – Copper: up to 4 mm – Brass: up to 6 mm Additional functions: – IPG fiber laser resonator – Water cooling system for laser source and cutting head – Extraction and filtration system under and above the laser – Double table system – Pipe laser with 4-point chuck and can cut up to 6 m – CAD software – Nesting software – Pipe laser software – Very good condition, annual service performed 2024.12. If you have any more questions, we will be happy to answer.

Condition: used, Kaltenbach saw, cutting machine, mitre saw, metalworking circular saw, used machine Manufacturer: KALTENBACH Model: KKS Machine No.: 21139 Electrical specifications: 400 V Weight : 1200 kg aprox. Duodpfxsyfnpis Affjr Cutting speeds (blade peripheral speed): Z59 tooth count: • 1st gear: 17 m/min • 2nd gear: 34 m/min Z72 tooth count: • 1st gear: 14 m/min • 2nd gear: 28 m/min Z90 tooth count: • 1st gear: 11 m/min • 2nd gear: 22 m/min

Condition: good (used), Year of construction: 2002, max. wheel diameter 275 mm gear width 55 mm max. module 6 min. module 1 Djdpfx Astumrpjffsur Control 840 C Siemens total power requirement 100 kW weight of the machine ca. 16,7 t dimensions of the machine ca. 5,2 x 2,3 x 2,4 m m

Condition: good (used), Steel wire sheet cutter Cutting length 3900 mm Dujdjgiplvspfx Affsr Dimensions Length: 5100 mm Width: 1700 mm Height:3100 mm

Condition: used, Year of construction: 1985, machine/vehicle number: 5801, Plate drilling and burning machine FDB 600, The Peddinghaus FDB 600 plate processor from the Peddimat product range is suitable for automated drilling and oxy-fuel flame cutting of flat steel and steel sheets in steel construction. CNC control SIEMENS SINUMERIC drill diameter: min ø 8, max. ø 40 mm, inner coolant drilling system Number of drilling agregates:3 pcs. Cutting system: Autogen burning equipment total power requirement: 30 kW max. workpiece height: 600 x 50 x 6000 mm Duodpfx Asibq Itsffor Min. material size: 80 x 8 mm sheet thickness - min.:6 mm sheet thickness - max.:50 mm dimensions of the machine ca.:2,4 x 2,4 x 2,8 m Lead roller conveyor: 6 m Outside roller conveyor: 1 m weight of the machine ca.: 6,5 t

Condition: ready for operation (used), functionality: fully functional, operating hours: 9,000 h, control type: CNC control, degree of automation: automatic, actuation type: electric, controller manufacturer: Siemens, controller model: 840D, laser type: fiber laser, laser source manufacturer: IPG, laser power: 2,000 W, sheet thickness (max.): 8 mm, sheet thickness steel (max.): 8 mm, sheet thickness stainless steel (max.): 4 mm, sheet thickness aluminum (max.): 6 mm, pipe diameter (max.): 170 mm, pipe length (max.): 6,500 mm, power: 2 kW (2.72 HP), Equipment: CE marking, centralized greasing system, cooling unit, documentation/manual, emergency stop, fume extraction, safety light barrier, Maximum round tube diameter to be machined: 170 mm Maximum square profile to be machined: 120 x 120 mm Maximum rectangular tube to be machined: 150 x 100 mm Minimum tube diameter to be machined (automatic): 20 mm Minimum tube diameter to be machined (manual): 12 mm Shortest tube length to be machined: 185 mm Minimum wall thickness to be machined: 0.8 mm Maximum wall thickness to be machined (2 kW laser, mild steel): 8 mm Maximum wall thickness to be machined (2 kW laser, stainless steel): 4 mm Maximum wall thickness to be machined (2 kW laser, AlMg3): 6 mm Repeatability: ± 0.05 mm Maximum profile length: 6500 mm Minimum profile length for automatic loading: 3000 mm Discharge length (standard): 4000 mm Maximum profile weight: 37.5 kg/m Maximum loading capacity: 3000 kg Possible profiles for loading: round, square, rectangular, elliptical Dimensions (L/W/H): approx. 16,000 x 7,400 x 2,364 mm Weight: approx. 20,000 kg Standard equipment: • Control: Siemens Sinumerik 840 D • Precitec autofocus Procutter cutting head F 150 (Focus) • Control cabinet air conditioning • Manual loading • Manual unloading • Laser positioning diode • Centralized lubrication unit • Disposal box for small parts • Illuminated cutting area • CE certification Additional features: • IPG laser source 2 kW • Vanterm compact filter system • Automatic loading system (6500 mm) • Unloading unit (6000 mm) • Discharge conveyor, incl. small parts conveyor (to the rear) Duodpfx Aoyk Slxoffjr • Automatic weld seam detection • Automatic real-time measurement system for centering chuck • Calcium carbonate dosing unit Please contact us for further information on this machine.

Condition: excellent (used), Type: Hydraulic paper guillotine cutter Cutting width: 550 mm Cutting depth: 570 mm Max. cutting height: 95 mm (≈92 mm with clamp plate) Minimum cut: 32 mm (≈60 mm with clamp plate) Max. paper size: 570 × 550 mm Drive system: Hydraulic (blade and clamp) Power supply: 230 V / 50 Hz (single-phase) Motor power: ~1.5 kW Backgauge precision: 0.1 mm Control system: Programmable electronic control (EP) Table: Air (blowing) table Safety: Photoelectric safety cells (light barrier), two-hand operation Dimensions (L × W × H): approx. 1070 × 1400 × 1370 mm Duodpfx Asyzfpmeffer Weight: approx. 350 kg

Condition: good (used), Cutting width: 760 mm Insertion depth: 760 mm Cut pile height: 110 mm Machine dimensions (W×D×H): 1,520 × 1,750 × 1,400 mm Dedpfxoyzfpgj Affsur Clamp pressure: 150–2,500 daN Machine weight: approx. 1,040 kg

Condition: excellent (used), Cutting length 475 mm Cutting height 80 mm Narrow cut 35 mm Table depth 450 mm Power supply 230 V / 50 Hz Motor capacity 1.1 kW (blade drive), 0.32 kW (clamp drive) Dimensions (H x W x D) 1296 x 762 x 1053 mm (width 1349 mm with side tables) Weight 232 kg Safety Cutting System (SCS): IR light beam safety curtain, safety cover on the rear table, and automatic blade return. Djdpfx Afsyzfkwofjur EASY-CUT: Two-hand operation with synchronized blade and clamp activation. Electronic Control: Programmable backgauge with touch pad (99 programs, 99 steps each). Precision: Electronic hand wheel for manual backgauge positioning with 0.1 mm accuracy. Optical Cutting Line: Bright LED lights to indicate exactly where the cut will be made.

Condition: new, Year of construction: 2025, machine/vehicle number: OR-220701306, Description: AORE PG3015: ( 3 Kw) 40 sold in 10 month. We can deliver this type Laser cap. from (1 till max 20 Kw) A Compact Design with Complete Protection (CE) table length 3050 mm table width 1530 mm laser head ( SWISS RAYTOOLS ) autofocus laser capacity Kw 6 overall dimensions 8265 x 2280 x 2150 mm weight of the machine ca. 5.400 kg Furnishing: - Max-photonics Laser source 3 Kw - CYPCUT (full option, no extra control option cost) - High integrated, simple operation, leading technology - Ray-tools autofocus cutting head - CYPCUT - CAD / CAM software include: - Nestling, With leapfrog, Edge seeking, Fly cutting, ETC - 23" touchscreen, keyboard, control panel - additional loading unit - central Lubrication system Cutting capacities: ( for 3 Kw ) - normal steel 20 mm - stainless steel 10 mm - aluminium 10 mm - brass 9 mm - copper 7 mm Axes: - Machine axes: 3 axes (X, Y, Z,) - X-axis travel 3000 mm - Y-axis travel 1500 mm - Z-axis travel 315 mm - Axis speed X / Y: 100 m / min - Positioning accuracy: +/- 0.03 m - Reputability accuracy +/- 0.02 mm - Acceleration max. 1,5 G Automatic table change: - Number of table 2 (15 second max for changing) - automatic change, max load on tables 1440 kg. - 2 x CCTV camera on pallet arear on screen assisting gases: - mild steel - oxygen (0.5 - 25 bar) - stainless steel - nitrogen (0.5 - 25 bar) - Aluminium - compressed air or nitrogen (0.5 - 25 bar) including: - Compatible suction system, cap 3 Kw - Spare part basic supply package - cutting from reflective sheet metal materials - 3 part trolly under work table Why CNC Top Ten bv - Cnc Top Ten company have over 50 year experience in CNC machines. - And we have more service and sales locations in west and east Europe - they know from beginning what to respect service, installation and training. - for this machine the installation and training is 1,5 week. Not included. - we can offer cost also depend on end-user place and country. - Machines for cutting thin sheets - axes equipped with Japanese servo motors YASKAWA - Servo motors reach up to 100 m/min. Dsdpjlkgd Iofx Affeur - Accelerations up to 1.5 G - Fiber laser is the green laser technology for the future - (Saving of at least 50% energy costs) - Components / therefore very low-maintenance - Save up to 50% per part through more efficient production - In addition, precise cuts and smooth surface quality - Heavy-duty constructed frame, - equipped with world-famous, durable, high-quality components We use the most high quality parts Like: -- Yaskawa servo drives -- Hiwin linear rails -- Tongfei water chiller dual use for source and laser head -- 2 CCTV camera’s on screen -- Auto central lubrication -- Touch screen 23 inch -- For providing quickly service, we add WIFI function for our technician operates troubleshooting and adjust parameters remotely -- YYC/APEX rack and pinion -- standard delivery is with power transformer and stabilizer total power requirement 50 kW -- TBI high precision ball screw for Z axis -- saw tooth blade table -- air and gas pressure real time monitoring on screen -- CE declaration -- warranty 2 year, max 3600 hours Official Dealer CNC Top Ten b.v. Coevorden Holland

Condition: new, Year of construction: 2025, Description: AORE PG3015 T6: (3 Kw) We can deliver this type Laser cap. from (1 till max 20 Kw) A Compact Design with Complete Protection (CE) table length 3050 mm table width 1530 mm laser head ( SWISS RAYTOOLS ) autofocus laser capacity Kw 3 overall dimensions 8635 x 3920 x 2350 mm weight of the machine ca. 6.400 kg Furnishing: - Max-photonics Laser source 3 Kw (1~20 Kw as option) - CYPCUT (full option, no extra control option cost) - High integrated, simple operation, leading technology - Ray-tools autofocus cutting head - CYPCUT - CAD / CAM software include: - Nestling, With leapfrog, Edge seeking, Fly cutting, ETC - 23" touchscreen, keyboard, control panel - additional loading unit - central Lubrication system Cutting capacities: ( for 3 Kw ) - normal steel 20 mm - stainless steel 10 mm - aluminium 10 mm - brass 6 mm - copper 5 mm Axes: - Machine axes: 3 axes (X, Y, Z,) - X-axis travel 2100 mm - Y-axis travel 3000 mm - Z-axis travel 315 mm - Axis speed X / Y: 100 m / min - Positioning accuracy: +/- 0.03 m - Reputability accuracy +/- 0.02 mm - Acceleration max. 1,5 G tube Double pneumatic Chuck 10 ~ 225 mm cutting 10 till 225 mm sqaer and rond tube lenght 6 meter special software for tube cutting max loade 300 kg Automatic table change: - Number of table 2 (15 second max for changing) - automatic change, max load on tables 1000 kg. - 2 x CCTV camera 1 on pallet arear and 1 on cutting inside assisting gasess: - mild steel - oxygen (0.5 - 25 bar) - stainless steel - nitrogen (0.5 - 25 bar) - Aluminium - compressed air or nitrogen (0.5 - 25 bar) including: - Compatible suction system, cap 3 Kw Djdpsix Nb Nefx Affeur - Spare part basic supply package - cutting from reflective sheet metal materials - 3 part trolly under work table Why, CNC Top Ten bv - Cnc Top Ten company have over 50 year experience in CNC machines. - And we have more service and sales locations in west and east Europe - they know from beginning what to respect service, installation and training. - for this machine the installation and training is 2 week. Not included. Cit9d2x8ou - we can offer installation cost, depend on end-user place and country. - Machines for cutting thin sheets - axes equipped with Japanese servo motors YASKAWA - Servo motors reach up to 100 m/min. - Accelerations up to 1.5 G - Fiber laser is the green laser technology for the future - (Saving of at least 50% energy costs) - Components / therefore very low-maintenance - Save up to 50% per part through more efficient production - In addition, precise cuts and smooth surface quality - Heavy-duty constructed frame, - equipped with world-famous, durable, high-quality components We use the most high quality parts Like: -- Yaskawa servo drives -- Hiwin linear rails -- Tongfei water chiller dual use for source and laser head -- 2 CCTV camera’s on screen -- Auto central lubrication -- Touch screen 23 inch -- For providing quickly service, we add WIFI function for our technician operates troubleshooting and adjust parameters remotely -- YYC/APEX rack and pinion -- standard delivery is with power transformer and stabilizer total power requirement 50 kW -- TBI high precision ball screw for Z axis -- saw tooth blade table -- air and gas pressure real time monitoring on screen -- CE declaration -- warranty 2 year, max 3600 hours Official Dealer CNC Top Ten b.v. Denekamp Holland

Condition: new, Year of construction: 2025, TR series is a laser pipe cutting machine focusing on heavy pipe processing, the use of traditional horizontal bed, high bearing capacity, with mobile gantry structure, can cope with a variety of complex cutting conditions, widely used in building beams, pipeline processing, steel structure industry. Big tube and profile laser cutting machine. Up to diameter H profile till 12 meter tube or profile lenght laser head depend on material thickness. Power: 3-12kW Max. Raw Material Length: 12500mm Djdpfemxl S Aox Affour Round Tube Diameter: Φ70-Φ680mm Square Tube Side Length: □70*70-□480*480mm Max. Acceleration: 0.5G Offer by request. => Installation and training include.

Condition: new, Year of construction: 2025, machine/vehicle number: OR-220701306, Description: AORE PH3015: (6 kW) New from stock We can deliver this type Laser cap. from (1 till max 20 Kw) A Compact Design with Complete Protection (CE) table length 3050 mm table width 1530 mm laser head ( SWISS RAYTOOLS ) autofocus laser capacity Kw 6 overall dimensions 8265 x 2280 x 2150 mm weight of the machine ca. 6.400 kg Furnishing: - Max-photonics Laser source 6 Kw - CYPCUT (full option, no extra control option cost) - High integrated, simple operation, leading technology - Ray-tools autofocus cutting head - CYPCUT - CAD / CAM software include: - Nestling, With leapfrog, Edge seeking, Fly cutting, ETC - 23" touchscreen, keyboard, control panel - additional loading unit - central Lubrication system Cutting capacities: ( for 6 Kw ) - normal steel 25 mm - stainless steel 20 mm - aluminium 16 mm - brass 10 mm - copper 7 mm Dusdpoix Nn Usfx Affjr Axes: - Machine axes: 3 axes (X, Y, Z,) - X-axis travel 3000 mm - Y-axis travel 1500 mm - Z-axis travel 315 mm - Axis speed X / Y: 100 m / min - Positioning accuracy: +/- 0.03 m - Reputability accuracy +/- 0.02 mm - Acceleration max. 1,5 G Automatic table change: - Number of table 2 (15 second max for changing) - automatic change, max load on tables 1000 kg. - 2 x CCTV camera on pallet arear on screen assisting gases: - mild steel - oxygen (0.5 - 25 bar) - stainless steel - nitrogen (0.5 - 25 bar) - Aluminium - compressed air or nitrogen (0.5 - 25 bar) including: - Compatible suction system, cap 3 Kw - Spare part basic supply package - cutting from reflective sheet metal materials - 3 part trolly under work table Why CNC Top Ten bv - Cnc Top Ten company have over 50 year experience in CNC machines. - And we have more service and sales locations in west and east Europe - they know from beginning what to respect service, installation and training. - for this machine the installation and training is 1,5 week. Not included. - we can offer cost also depend on end-user place and country. - Machines for cutting thin sheets - axes equipped with Japanese servo motors YASKAWA - Servo motors reach up to 100 m/min. - Accelerations up to 1.5 G - Fiber laser is the green laser technology for the future - (Saving of at least 50% energy costs) - Components / therefore very low-maintenance - Save up to 50% per part through more efficient production - In addition, precise cuts and smooth surface quality - Heavy-duty constructed frame, - equipped with world-famous, durable, high-quality components We use the most high quality parts Like: -- Yaskawa servo drives -- Hiwin linear rails -- Tongfei water chiller dual use for source and laser head -- 2 CCTV camera’s on screen -- Auto central lubrication -- Touch screen 23 inch -- For providing quickly service, we add WIFI function for our technician operates troubleshooting and adjust parameters remotely -- YYC/APEX rack and pinion -- standard delivery is with power transformer and stabilizer total power requirement 50 kW -- TBI high precision ball screw for Z axis -- saw tooth blade table -- air and gas pressure real time monitoring on screen -- CE declaration -- warranty 2 year, max 3600 hours Official Dealer CNC Top Ten b.v. Coevorden Holland

Condition: excellent (used), functionality: fully functional, Year of construction: 2019, TruLaser 3040 – CO2 4000W Laser on: approx. 25,600 hours Dusdpfx Afsyxc Egjfor Beam on: approx. 13,100 hours

Condition: excellent (used), functionality: fully functional, Year of construction: 2019, TruLaser 3030 L81 – FIBER 4000W Duodpfxoyxc D Ao Affer Laser on: approx. 13,300 h Machine on: approx. 26,300 h

Condition: excellent (used), Year of construction: 1993, functionality: fully functional, wire diameter range: 1,5 - 7,0 mm cutting length: max. 2.000 mm Dujdpfec Ucxfjx Affor wire feeding speed: 5 - 120 mtr./min * machine is been complete new painted*

Condition: used, Year of construction: 1987, functionality: fully functional, ZINSER Flame Cutting System – CNC 500 – Table 3,000 × 8,000 mm Industrial version | CNC controlled | Immediately available Dusdpjyanbbefx Affer Short description: For sale is a robust Zinser flame cutting system with Zinser CNC 500 control and a large cutting table measuring 3 × 8 m. The machine dates from the 1980s and was operating perfectly up to its professional dismantling. The machine is currently dismantled; therefore, a test run is not possible. Inspection of the system and all components is, of course, possible by appointment. Technical data: - Manufacturer: Zinser - Machine type: Not specified - Year of manufacture: 1980s - Control unit: Zinser CNC 500 - Cutting process: Oxy-fuel / flame cutting - Cutting table: approx. 3,000 × 8,000 mm - Condition: used, dismantled Condition & Classification: - System was in operation and fully functional up to dismantling - Dismantled in an orderly and professional manner - Heavy-duty industrial design - Mechanics, table, and gantry in solid condition - Due to age, not a modern high-speed CNC, but: x very robust x straightforward technology x ideal for refurbishment, modernization, or continued use Scope of delivery: - Cutting table 3 × 8 m - Gantry / carriage - CNC control Zinser CNC 500 - Existing flame cutting components - Sale as inspected Inspection & Collection: - Inspection possible by appointment - No test run possible as the system is dismantled - Loading and transport to be arranged by buyer - Location: Germany

Condition: good (used), Polar Mohr 115 XT Paper Cutting Guillotine This machine is in very good condition, ready for production, after a service inspection. Low mileage. Year of manufacture: 2010. This is the most valued guillotine brand, a flagship product. A jogging and elevator are available for retrofitting. Technical specifications: Cutting width: 1150mm Dujdpfxsyxr Abe Affer Stack height: 165mm Programmer with a 15″ color touchscreen display Air table Photocells Chrome table surface Ball screw drive for the rear comb Optical cutting line Enlarged side tables Knife change via the control panel Additional rear table guards Weight: 3200kg 380V power supply Includes documentation, a tool kit, a tapping block, a spare knife, and one knife in the machine.

Condition: good (used), ML-800 NXL Die-Cutting Machine This machine is used to cut shapes from a mold (die) from materials such as paper, cardboard, leather, plastics, etc. The machine is in perfect condition, manufactured in 2018. First installed in 2020. This is the heaviest die-cutting machine in this format, precise. Format: 830 x 560 mm Dsdpfoyxrzdex Affour Weight: 2500 kg Power supply: 380 V Motor: 2.5 kW Equipment: – Electromagnetic clutch and brake – Quick-mount frame – 3 operating modes: continuous, time-delayed, and manual – Centralized pressure lubrication – Additional safety guards – Operating tools and instructions with CE documentation.

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2008, Crowning CNC controlled Bending length 4250 mm 5-axis backgauge Work area lighting Parking position 900 mm Hydraulic lower tool clamping Dsdpfx Asyvr Eweffjur Hydraulic upper tool clamping CNC lower tool displacement Installation height 615 mm ACB preparation