The PMI-18 DB-Type uses servo material indexing rather than the external-style automatic pusher associated with the PMI-18 CNC platform. It is a fully automatic 90° upcut saw with an 18-inch blade, 3,200 RPM blade speed, touchscreen control, and a 4.33-by-11.81-inch capacity for aluminum and other nonferrous cutoff work.
PMI-18 DB-Type Fully Automatic Upcut Saw Features:
The PMI-18 DB-Type integrates material positioning directly into the machine cycle rather than relying on a manually adjusted length stop. As a servo indexing aluminum upcut saw, it automatically advances stock to the programmed length before clamping and cutting. This coordinated process supports recurring cutoff work where consistent dimensions and reduced operator handling are important to production.
A 7.5 HP motor drives the 18-inch blade at 3,200 RPM, with cutting capacity up to 4.33 inches high and 11.81 inches wide. The fixed cutting configuration makes the PMI-18 DB-Type a 90 degree nonferrous production saw for blanks, extrusion sections, and other components that require square ends. Without miter positioning between cuts, the machine remains focused on automatic straight-cut production.
Vertical and horizontal clamps secure the material during the upcut stroke, while adjustable pressure helps accommodate both substantial stock and thinner-wall profiles. Air-over-oil feed controls blade advancement through the workpiece, and the touchscreen provides the operator interface for the automatic cycle. Together with servo material indexing, these features give the automatic aluminum extrusion cutoff saw a controlled workflow for repeat production of nonferrous parts.
| Specification | Value |
| Saw Motor | 7.5 HP |
| Blade Diameter | 18 in |
| Blade Speed | 3,200 RPM |
| Cut Angle | 90° straight cut |
| Maximum Height Capacity | 4.33 in |
| Maximum Width Capacity | 11.81 in |
| Material Indexing | Servo controlled |
| Cutting Feed | Air-over-oil |
| Clamping | Vertical and horizontal; adjustable pressure |
The Pat Mooney PMI-18 DB-Type Fully Automatic Upcut Saw is a fully automatic straight-cut upcut saw for aluminum extrusion and other non-ferrous profiles. Its operating format and working range define where it fits within aluminum and non-ferrous cutoff production.
An 18-inch blade, 7.5-hp motor, 3,200 rpm blade speed, air-over-oil feed, touchscreen, and servo material indexing support a 4.33-inch-high by 11.81-inch-wide capacity. Final machine selection depends on the complete material range, profile or plate geometry, finished length, tolerance, production volume, blade requirements, clamping, material support, and part handling.
Common applications include:
The saw head and servo indexing arrangement advances stock through recurring straight-cut cycles.
The 4.33 × 11.81-inch envelope covers smaller profile families without requiring a larger saw.
The cutting stroke can be adjusted around alloy, wall thickness, profile geometry, and blade condition.
Vertical and horizontal clamping pressure can be set for hollow and finish-sensitive profiles.
Both are automatic 18-inch straight-cut saws. The DB-Type uses servo-controlled material indexing through its saw-head arrangement and runs at a published 3,200 rpm, while the PMI-18 CNC Auto lists a built-in pusher and 3,600 rpm.
Published maximum capacity is 4.33 inches high by 11.81 inches wide. Profile shape, clamp access, wall thickness, and blade clearance determine actual fit.
The machine uses vertical and horizontal clamping, but the official page does not list bundle/stack cutting as a standard feature. Any multi-piece arrangement requires confirmation against the profile and clamping layout.
Servo-controlled material indexing positions stock for the programmed cutoff, while the touchscreen manages the automatic cycle.
The machine is intended for aluminum extrusion and profiles and can process suitable copper, brass, and plastics with the correct blade, feed rate, lubrication, and clamping.