Pellegrini Diamantfil Jolly CNC Monowire Profiling Saw
CNC profiling version of the Diamantfil series. Useful cutting dimensions 3.1 x 2.5 m, PLC + CNC touch-screen, inverter and electronic tensioning for squaring, slab cutting and two-dimensional profiling.
Diamantfil Jolly Seven-Dimension Rating
Ratings are based on official specifications, third-party field tests and engineer interviews, covering efficiency, accuracy, wire-break control, material compatibility, intelligence, energy saving and labor dependency.
Diamantfil Jolly Specs & Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Control System | PLC + CNC touch-screen, inverter, electronic tensioning |
| Work Envelope | Effective cutting dimensions 3.1 x 2.5 m |
| Dimensions | Effective cutting dimensions 3.1 x 2.5 m |
| Reference Price Range | Reference price on request |
Diamantfil Jolly Editorial Review
Product Positioning: A Compact CNC Monowire for Squaring and 2D Profiling
The Diamantfil Jolly adds CNC profiling to the Diamantfil monowire saw, allowing one machine to handle block squaring, slab cutting and two-dimensional profiling. For small-to-medium stone plants, this multi-role positioning reduces equipment investment and floor-space requirements.
Its toolpath is mainly limited to two-dimensional profiles such as simple arcs, polygons and architectural moldings. For cylinders, tapered columns or complex 3D surfaces, consider multi-axis machines such as the Pellegrini Robotwire EVO or Breton Fuego.
Key Structure and Specs
The official useful cutting dimensions are 3.1 m x 2.5 m, a practical envelope that covers common block sizes and most two-dimensional architectural components.
Control uses PLC + CNC touch-screen, inverter and electronic tensioning. Electronic tensioning responds faster and more accurately than hydraulic systems, requires no hydraulic power pack and simplifies routine maintenance. The inverter lets the operator adjust motor speed to stone hardness, increasing process flexibility.
Note that the official site does not publish main motor power, wire speed or machine weight. These parameters directly affect power supply, foundation design and transport, so request them from the distributor before purchase.
Cutting Performance and Material Compatibility
The Diamantfil Jolly scores 8.5 for efficiency and 8.5 for material compatibility, which is solid for a CNC monowire saw. Single-wire cutting is simpler than multiwire cutting, giving more room to tune tension and guiding, making it suitable for small-batch, high-mix shaped orders.
With 2D profiling capability, it handles marble, granite and ornamental stone well. Cut accuracy depends heavily on program quality, tension stability and guide-wheel condition, so operators need some CNC programming and process-tuning ability.
Wire-break control scores 7.5, slightly below efficiency and compatibility. Single-wire saws generally have lower breakage risk than multiwire saws, but breakage can still occur in hard granite or with incorrect settings, so start with test cuts on the same material.
Who It Suits: Small-to-Medium Plants Needing Some Profiling
If your main business is squaring marble or granite blocks and you also take simple two-dimensional shaped parts such as window sills, door surrounds and moldings, the Diamantfil Jolly can expand your scope without a dedicated profiling machine.
For small-to-medium processors in Europe and South America, Italian brand reliability and resale value are also advantages—but only if an authorized service agent is nearby; otherwise original spare parts and engineer response times can raise operating costs.
If your orders are mostly high-volume standard slabs or complex 3D surfaces, invest in a pure squaring machine or a seven-axis profiling center instead. The Diamantfil Jolly is best viewed as a squaring machine with profiling capability, not a profiling center.
Pre-Purchase Reminders
- Request a full technical datasheet: key parameters such as power, wire speed and machine weight are not published online and must be confirmed before purchase.
- Confirm CNC post-processing and drawing import: check whether DXF/DWG import is supported, whether a post-processor is provided, and what programming training is included.
- Evaluate the service network: Italian brands respond quickly in Europe and North America, but buyers in parts of Asia and Africa should confirm local agent spare-part inventory and engineer availability.
Diamantfil Jolly Pros & Cons
Pros
- Two-dimensional profiling capability with useful cutting dimensions of 3.1 x 2.5 m
Cons
- Official site does not publish power, wire speed, or machine weight
Diamantfil Jolly Comparison
Compare Diamantfil Jolly with other models in the same category to help you choose based on application and budget.
| Dimension | Diamantfil Jolly This Model |
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Power
Main motor power
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Not disclosedBaseline
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11 kW (main motor)
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Wire Speed
Wire speed / bead diameter
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Not disclosedBaseline
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Not disclosed
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Work Envelope
Maximum work envelope
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Effective cutting dimensions 3.1 x 2.5 mBaseline
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Max cutting width 2.6 m, max cutting height 1.7 m, usable cutting depth 2.5 mWorse
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Precision
Industrial tolerance control
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Not disclosedBaseline
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Not disclosed
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Axes
Number of interpolated axes
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Not disclosedBaseline
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7-axis CNC
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Weight
Machine weight
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Not disclosedBaseline
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Not disclosed
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Dimensions
Length × width × height
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Effective cutting dimensions 3.1 x 2.5 mBaseline
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Max cutting width 2.6 m; max cutting height 1.7 mWorse
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Control
CNC system and software
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PLC + CNC touch-screen, inverter, electronic tensioningBaseline
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CNC, diamond wire inclination up to 22.5°, electronic tensioning
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About Pellegrini
Pellegrini Meccanica S.p.A. is an Italian stone-processing equipment manufacturer based in Verona. The brand originated in 1951 and was officially renamed Pellegrini Meccanica SpA in 1973. With diamond wire technology at its core, its portfolio covers quarry wire saws, squaring/multi-wire saws, CNC profiling machines, tracked mobile wire saws and concrete demolition wire systems, serving renowned quarries and stone plants in 130+ countries. Official website: https://www.pellegrini.net.
Diamantfil Jolly Buyer FAQ
The Jolly version adds CNC two-dimensional profiling to standard squaring and slab cutting, enabling simple profile machining.
If you only square and cut straight slabs, the standard version is more economical; if profiling is needed, choose the Jolly or the higher-end DF / Robot Wire ranges.
No. The Diamantfil Jolly's CNC capability is mainly for two-dimensional profiles such as arcs, polygons and architectural moldings.
Three-dimensional surfaces, cylinders and tapered columns require 4-axis or 7-axis machines such as the Pellegrini Robot Wire / Robotwire EVO or Breton Fuego.
It is mainly intended for squaring, slab cutting and two-dimensional profiling of marble, granite and ornamental stone.
For very hard or unusually textured stone, run test cuts on the same material to confirm feed and wire-speed compatibility.
Electronic tensioning responds faster, adjusts more accurately, needs no hydraulic power pack and reduces oil-leak risk and routine maintenance.
However, hydraulic tensioning still has advantages in extreme heavy cutting or where very large tension buffering is required.
Like many European manufacturers, Pellegrini typically publishes only geometric parameters and highlights online; full power specifications must be requested from sales or a distributor.
This may relate to regional voltages, custom configurations and avoiding direct competitor comparisons.
Diamond wire, guide wheels, seals and the electronic tensioning mechanism are routine inspection items.
The CNC control and inverter also need periodic parameter backups and cooling checks to avoid program loss or electrical faults.
Diamantfil Jolly Buying Recommendation
The Pellegrini Diamantfil Jolly is a practical CNC monowire profiling saw for small-to-medium stone plants that need occasional two-dimensional profiling on top of squaring.
Its 3.1 x 2.5 m work area and electronic tensioning are competitive in this class, and the PLC + CNC touch-screen lowers the operating threshold. However, if your main business is high-volume standard slabs or complex 3D shapes, its capabilities will fall short. Be sure to fill in missing parameters such as power, wire speed and machine weight, and confirm local after-sales support before purchasing.
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