X1 System
(18 Gauge, 1.2 mm Steel Thickness)
(16 Gauge, 1.6 mm Steel Thickness)
(14 Gauge, 2.0 mm Steel Thickness)
Single-profile machine
- 1 Profile size
- Automatic Tooling changeover
- Fully computerized wall, floor and roof truss frame manufacturing system
- Suitable for up to 3-story buildings
Table of Contents
- Specifications
- Applications
X1- 18ga – System Specifications
| Model: | PinnacleFRAMER X1-18ga Structural Frame & Truss Design Production System World’s First & Only, Globally Patented | |
| Integrated Software: | PinnacleCAD Engineering Calculation PinnacleCAD 3D Modeling Detailing PInnacleCAD Machine Control Factory | |
| Stud Track Framing: Truss Framing: | C+C or C+U C+C In-Line | |
| Number of Profile: | 1 Dedicated Profile Size between 50mm (2.5”) to 150mm (6”) | |
| Standard Profile Sizes: | Metric Measurement: 50mm x 41mm x 6mm 60mm x 41mm x 10mm 75mm x 41mm x 13mm 90mm x 41mm x 13mm 100mm x 41mm x 13mm 140mm x 41mm x 13mm 150mm x 41mm x 13mm | Imperial Measurements: 2” x 1.625” (200S162) 2.5” x 1.625” (250S162) 3”x 1.625” (300S162) 3.5”x 1.625” (350S162) 3.625”x 1.625” (362S162) 4”x 1. 625” (400S162) 5.5”x 1. 625” (550S162) 6”x 1. 625” (600S162) |
| Material Thickness: | 25 gauge to 18 gauge (0.6mm to 1.2mm) | |
| Roll Forming: | 9 Stations, Auto-Gauging | |
| Frame / Truss Punch Tools: | Service hole punch Left / right lip notch punch Web notch punch Truss end cut punch Flange dimple connection hole punch Shear cut End crimp punch Auto swage | |
| ID Printing System: | Inkjet Printer Fully Integrated for Profile Individual ID Marking | |
| Standard Production Speed (Output): | Walls Frames: 500m/h to 900m/h ( 1,640 to 2,953 LF/hr ) Roof Truss: 300m/h to 500m/h ( 984 to 1,640 LF/hr ) Floor Truss: 200m/h to 300m/h ( 656 to 984 LF/hr ) | |
| Machine Maximum Line Speed: | Up to 2100m/h ( 6,890 LF/hr ) | |
| Main Drive System: | SERVO Driven High Speed System | |
| Main Hydraulic System: | All Temperature Environment, High Power, High Speed System | |
| Machine Length/Width/Height: | 4400mm x 850mm x 1500mm (173.2” x 33.5” x 59.1”) | |
| Weight (Approximate): | 3200 kg (7000lb) | |
| Power Consumption / Supply: | 3 Phase 380 VAC 26 KW / 40 KVA (per client request) | |
| Profile Receiving System: | Standard Run-out table | |
| Powered De-Coiler: | 1,500 kg (3,300lb) Powered Variable Speed Coil Feeding System Maximum width: 300mm Maximum inner diameter: Ø450mm-520mm Maximum outer diameter: Ø1500mm | |
X1- 16ga – System Specifications
| Model: | PinnacleFRAMER X1-16ga Structural Frame & Truss Design Production System World’s First & Only, Globally Patented | |
| Integrated Software: | PinnacleCAD Engineering Calculation PinnacleCAD 3D Modeling Detailing PInnacleCAD Machine Control Factory | |
| Stud Track Framing: Truss Framing: | C+C or C+U C+C In-Line | |
| Number of Profile: | 1 Dedicated Profile Size between 63mm (2.5”) to 150mm (6”) | |
| Standard Profile Sizes: | Metric Measurement: 63mm x 41mm x 10mm 75mm x 41mm x 13mm 90mm x 41mm x 13mm 100mm x 41mm x 13mm 140mm x 41mm x 13mm 150mm x 41mm x 13mm | Imperial Measurements: 2.5” x 1.625” (250S162) 3”x 1.625” (300S162) 3.5”x 1.625” (350S162) 3.6”x 1.625” (362S162) 4”x 1. 625” (400S162) 5.5”x 1. 625” (550S162) 6”x 1. 625” (600S162) |
| Material Thickness: | 25 gauge to 16 gauge (0.6mm to 1.6mm) | |
| Roll Forming: | 9 Stations, Auto-Gauging | |
| Frame / Truss Punch Tools: | Service hole punch Left / right lip notch punch Web notch punch Truss end cut punch Flange dimple connection hole punch Shear cut End crimp punch Auto swage | |
| ID Printing System: | Inkjet Printer Fully Integrated for Profile Individual ID Marking | |
| Standard Production Speed (Output): | Walls Frames: 500m/h to 900m/h ( 1,640 to 2,953 LF/hr ) Roof Truss: 300m/h to 500m/h ( 984 to 1,640 LF/hr ) Floor Truss: 200m/h to 300m/h ( 656 to 984 LF/hr ) | |
| Machine Maximum Line Speed: | Up to 2100m/h ( 6,890 LF/hr ) | |
| Main Drive System: | SERVO Driven High Speed System | |
| Main Hydraulic System: | All Temperature Environment, High Power, High Speed System | |
| Machine Length/Width/Height: | 4500mm x 850mm x 1500mm ( 177.2” x 33.5” x 59.1” ) | |
| Weight (Approximate): | 3500 kg (7700lb) | |
| Power Consumption / Supply: | 3 Phase 380 VAC 26 KW / 40 KVA (per client request) | |
| Profile Receiving System: | Standard Run-out table | |
| Powered De-Coiler: | 1,500 kg (3,300lb) Powered Variable Speed Coil Feeding System Maximum width: 300mm Maximum inner diameter: Ø450mm-520mm Maximum outer diameter: Ø1500mm | |
X1- 14ga – System Specifications
| Model: | PinnacleFRAMER X1-14ga Structural Frame & Truss Design Production System World’s First & Only, Globally Patented | |
| Integrated Software: | PinnacleCAD Engineering Calculation PinnacleCAD 3D Modeling Detailing PInnacleCAD Machine Control Factory | |
| Stud Track Framing: Truss Framing: | C+C or C+U C+C In-Line | |
| Number of Profile: | 1 Dedicated Profile Size between 100mm (4”) to 250mm (10”) | |
| Standard Profile Sizes: | Metric Measurement: 100mm x 51mm x 16mm 140mm x 51mm x 16mm 150mm x 51mm x 16mm 200mm x 51mm x 16mm 250mm x 51mm x 16mm Floor Joists: 200mm x 51mm x 16mm 250mm x 51mm x 16mm | Imperial Measurements: 4”x 2” (400S200) 5.5”x 2” (550S200) 6”x 2” (600S200) 8”x 2” (800S200) 10”x 2” (1000S200) Floor Joists: 8”x 2” (800S200) 10”x 2” (1000S200) |
| Material Thickness: | 25 gauge to 14 gauge (0.6mm to 2.0mm) | |
| Roll Forming: | 10 Stations, Auto-Gauging | |
| Frame / Truss Punch Tools: | Truss Index hole punch Flange bolt hole punch Small & Large service hole punch (Floor Joists) Left / right lip notch punch Web notch punch Truss end cut punch Flange dimple connection hole punch Shear cut End crimp punch Auto swage | |
| ID Printing System: | Inkjet Printer Fully Integrated for Profile Individual ID Marking | |
| Standard Production Speed (Output): | Walls Frames: 500m/h to 900m/h ( 1,640 to 2,953 LF/hr ) Roof Truss: 300m/h to 500m/h ( 984 to 1,640 LF/hr ) Floor Joist: 700 m/h to 1,700m/h ( 2,297 to 5,577 LF/hr ) | |
| Machine Maximum Line Speed: | Up to 2100m/h ( 6,890 LF/hr ) | |
| Main Drive System: | SERVO Driven High Speed System | |
| Main Hydraulic System: | All Temperature Environment, High Power, High Speed System | |
| Machine Length/Width/Height: | 6100mm x 1300mm x 1700mm (240.2” x 51.2” x 66.9”) | |
| Weight (Approximate): | 3800 kg (8300lb) | |
| Power Consumption / Supply: | 3 Phase 380 VAC 28 KW / 40 KVA (per client request) | |
| Profile Receiving System: | Standard Run-out table or Automatic Receiving Stacking System | |
| Powered De-Coiler:Configure according to section width | 1500/4000 kg (3,300/8,818lb) Powered Variable Speed Coil Feeding System Maximum width: 300mm/400mm Maximum inner diameter: Ø450mm-520mm Maximum outer diameter: Ø1500mm | |
- Low Rise Residential Building Structures
- Mid Rise Residential Building Structures up to 3 Floors
- Student & Staff Accommodation Facilities up to 3 stories
- Floor & Roof Truss production
- Portable Buildings & Cabins
- Light Modular Building Structures
- Light Commercial and Industrial Building Structures
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X1 System: What It Does and Who It’s For
The x1 system is Pinnacle’s entry machine — single-profile production for interior systems, studs and track. Like every Pinnacle line, profiles leave the x1 system punched, dimple-lock ready and inkjet-labeled with their panel and position — downstream assembly is jig work, not measurement work, and one trained operator runs the line.
Who buys it: distributors making their own steel profiles and startups testing the framing market before scaling. PinnacleCAD converts approved structural models into panel drawings and machine files following AISI S100 design standards, so engineering feeds the x1 system in minutes rather than days of manual detailing. Every machine ships with factory acceptance testing, installation, operator training and remote diagnostics. That is the production standard the x1 system is built to hold, shift after shift.
Where it fits in the range: This is the entry point of the range. Step up to the X20 or X30i as volumes grow — see also the metal stud framing machine guide. For budget context see the steel framing machine price guide, and for the full technology picture the light gauge steel framing guide. Every x1 system commissioning follows the same fixed program worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the X1 produce?
Punched, dimpled and labeled cold formed steel profiles ready for jig assembly — Pinnacle’s entry machine — single-profile production for interior systems, studs and track. Output arrives at the bench panel-ready. It is the benchmark to hold any quote against when you evaluate the x1 system.
What is included with the X1?
PinnacleCAD software, factory acceptance test on your actual profiles, installation and calibration at your plant, operator training and first-production support, plus remote diagnostics for the life of the machine.
How many operators does the X1 need?
One trained operator supervises the line; two to four assemblers work the benches downstream. Most plants produce sellable output within two weeks of installation.
How do I choose between the X1 and other Pinnacle machines?
Choose by your heaviest planned section and profile mix. This is the entry point of the range. Step up to the X20 or X30i as volumes grow — see also the metal stud framing machine guide. Send us your profile mix for side-by-side production modeling.