XLA 170

The Fotoba XLA 170 redefines digital print finishing with its fully automatic vertical blade positioning system. By reading a barcode printed on the media, the XLA 170 instantly recognises the print size and adjusts all vertical blades automatically — eliminating the need for manual slitter adjustment entirely. Combined with X/Y blades image tracking, it is capable of unattended trimming with precision random sizes in the same roll, making it the world’s first truly automatic X/Y cutter of its kind.

This advanced level of automation dramatically increases production throughput, improves cutting precision, and eliminates the human errors that are commonly caused by manual blade adjustments. Setup time is significantly reduced, production costs come down, and results remain consistent — roll after roll, job after job.

What makes the XLA 170 a smart long-term investment is its sustainability profile. Operating at just 350W, it consumes up to 96% less energy compared to conventional flatbed cutters. With no consumables, minimal maintenance requirements, and low running costs, the XLA 170 is designed to optimise your finishing workflow without adding operational overhead.

The cutter can also handle standard-size jobs with ease, replicating the simplicity of the XLD series with even greater user-friendliness. Limited operator training is needed, making it suitable for teams at all skill levels.

• Fully automatic X/Y square cutting of variable print sizes
• Barcode automatically generated by the RIP via URL request — no manual file reading required
• Up to 6 automatic vertical blades with fully automatic positioning
• X/Y angle correction for real-time alignment on every cut
• Designed to work with both rolls and sheets
• Easy and fast loading process with expanding flanges; loading tray available for sheet media
• Consistent and accurate media feeding via high-precision rubber rollers
• Self-sharpening and self-adjusting blades — no manual blade adjustment needed, regardless of media thickness
• Long-lasting scissor blades for reduced maintenance and extended blade life
• High precision cutting with excellent repeatability across long production runs
• Low operating costs — no consumables, 350W energy consumption (up to 96% saving vs. flatbed cutters)
• Compatible with Caldera V12 and multiple RIP workflows
• Handles a wide range of flexible media including canvas, vinyl, PVC, film, textile (canvas and textile to be tested for barcode reading quality)
• Reliable, long-life cutting system designed for continuous, unattended production

The XLA 170 is suited for a wide range of flexible media and wide-format print finishing applications, including:

• Wallpaper — overlap and seamless applications
• Outdoor advertising graphics
• Magnetic media
• POP and retail displays
• Backlit and blockout media
• Films and synthetic materials
• Posters and banners
• Self-adhesive vinyl
• Soft signage (Fotoba-tested media recommended)
• Papers and heavy papers
• Synthetic leather
• Canvas and textile (to be tested for barcode reading quality)
• And many more flexible media types

XLA 170