X3 System
16 Gauge (1.6mm)
(16 Gauge, 1.6 mm Steel Thickness
Multi-profile machine
- 3 Profile sizes, fully automatic web and flange sizes changeover.
- Automatic Tooling changeover.
- Fully computerized wall, floor, roof truss frame and post & beam B2B truss manufacturing
- system.
- Suitable for up to 5-story buildings
Table of Contents
- Specification
- Applictions
X3 – System Specifications
| Model: | PinnacleFRAMER X3 Structural Frame & Truss Design Production System Unlimited Profile Sizes Auto Changeover Production System (Changeover Time Between Sizes Less Than 10 Minutes Including Web Size and All Punch Tools) World’s First & Only, Globally Patented | |
| Integrated Software: | PinnacleCAD Engineering CalculationPinnacleCAD 3D Modeling DetailingPInnacleCAD Machine Control Factory | |
| Stud Track Framing: Truss Framing: Post & Beam: | C+C or C+U C+C In-Line, and B2B back-to-back (Pinnacle Truss) B2B C+C (2 Ply) U+C+C+U ( 4 Ply ) | |
| Profiles: | 3 Profile Sizes between 75mm (3”) to 150mm (6”) | |
| Standard Profile Sizes: | Metric Measurement: 75mm x 41mm x 13mm 90mm x 41mm x 13mm 150mm x 41mm x 13mm | Imperial Measurements: 3”x 1.625” (300S162) 3.5”x 1.625” (350S162) 3.625”x 1.625” (362S162) 6”x 1. 625” (600S162) |
| Material Thickness: | 25 gauge to 16 gauge (0.6mm to 1.6mm) | |
| Roll Forming: | 10 Stations, Auto-Gauging | |
| Frame / Truss Punch Tools: | PinnacleTRUSS punch Truss Index hole punch 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 2,952 LF/hr ) Roof Truss: 300m/h to 500m/h ( 984 to 1,640 LF/hr ) Floor Joist: 1,700m/h ( 5,440 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: | 5700mm x 1200mm x 1800mm (244.2” x 47.2” x 70.9”) | |
| Weight (Approximate): | 5500 kg (12000lb) | |
| Power Consumption / Supply: | 3 Phase 380 VAC 21 KW / 30 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 | |
X3 Infinity – System Specifications
| Model: | PinnacleFRAMER X3-Infinity Structural Frame & Truss Design Production SystemUnlimited Profile Sizes Auto Changeover Production System (Changeover Time Between Sizes Less Than 10 Minutes Including Web Size and All Punch Tools) World’s First & Only, Globally Patented | |
| Integrated Software: | PinnacleCAD Engineering Calculation PinnacleCAD 3D Modeling Detailing PInnacleCAD Machine Control Factory | |
| Stud Track Framing: Truss Framing: Post & Beam: | C+C or C+U C+C In-Line, and B2B back to back (Pinnacle Truss) B2B C+C ( 2 Ply ) U+C+C+U ( 4 Ply ) | |
| Unlimited Profiles: | Any Profile Web Sizes between 75mm (3”) to 200mm (8”) | |
| Standard Profile Sizes: | Metric Measurement: 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 200mm x 41mm x 13mm | Imperial Measurements: 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) 8”x 1. 625” (800S162) |
| Material Thickness: | 25 gauge to 16 gauge (0.6mm to 1.6mm) | |
| Roll Forming: | 10 Stations, Auto-Gauging | |
| Frame / Truss Punch Tools: | PinnacleTRUSS punch Truss Index hole punch 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 2,952 LF/hr ) Roof Truss: 300m/h to 500m/h ( 984 to 1,640 LF/hr ) Floor Joist: 1,700m/h ( 5,440 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: | 6200mm x 1200mm x 1800mm (244” x 47.2” x 70.9”) | |
| Weight (Approximate): | 6000 kg (13,200lb) | |
| Power Consumption / Supply: | 3 Phase 380 VAC 26 KW / 40 KVA per client request) | |
| Profile Receiving System: | Automatic Receiving Stacking System Fully Integrated with Machine Production Batch and Speed | |
| 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 | |
- Low Rise Residential Building Structures
- Mid Rise Residential Building Structures up to 6 Floors
- Student Staff Accommodation Facilities up to 6 stories
- Floor & Roof B2B Truss production.
- Portable Buildings Cabins
- Light Medium Column Beam Warehouse Structures
- Light Medium Modular Building Structures
- Light Medium Commercial and Industrial Building Structures
Multi-Profile Machine -16 Gauge (1.6mm)
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X3 System: What It Does and Who It’s For
The x3 system is the triple-profile machine for producers running several interior and light framing profiles. Like every Pinnacle line, profiles leave the x3 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: profile producers and fit-out suppliers who need more variety than the X2 without a full multi-profile line. PinnacleCAD converts approved structural models into panel drawings and machine files following AISI S100 design standards, so engineering feeds the x3 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 x3 system is built to hold, shift after shift.
Where it fits in the range: The X2 covers two profile families. The X30i and X80i open full framing production. For budget context see the steel framing machine price guide, and for the full technology picture the light gauge steel framing guide. Every x3 system commissioning follows the same fixed program worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the X3 produce?
Punched, dimpled and labeled cold formed steel profiles ready for jig assembly — the triple-profile machine for producers running several interior and light framing profiles. Output arrives at the bench panel-ready. It is the benchmark to hold any quote against when you evaluate the x3 system.
What is included with the X3?
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 X3 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 X3 and other Pinnacle machines?
Choose by your heaviest planned section and profile mix. The X2 covers two profile families. The X30i and X80i open full framing production. Send us your profile mix for side-by-side production modeling.