Makino EDGE3 Sinker EDM

The EDGE3 Sinker EDM from Makino is well suited for both the entry-level shop as well as the advanced high-level shop looking to automate EDM and to achieve high accuracy with superior surface finishes.

The relatively compact EDGE3 is 78 x 84 x 92.8 inches (1,950 x 2,100 x 2,320 mm) and weighs in at a solid 10,340 pounds (4,700 kg), which can benefit the smallest or the largest metal production shop. It is value-designed to provide exceptional service that any shop can afford, without compromising on the latest technology or quality of finish provided on similar and larger Makino machines.

The EDGE3 machine is specifically intended to facilitate safe and simple unattended operation for entry-level EDM applications. And, like all Makino products, it will help shops drive out more operational costs from than any competitive machine.

Design Features

The innovative mechanical and servo design of the EDGE3 provides cycle time jump rates of 393 IPM (9,825 mm/min.). Makino’s Intelligent Expert System (IES) and MGH CNC Power Supply includes the new SuperSpark technology. This allows the EDGE3 to achieve faster overall machining rates, with superior surface finishes to 2 µinch.

The automatic tool changing (ATC) function on the EDGE3 operates twice as fast as other small EDM sinker machines, and includes storage for eight electrodes, with an option for 16 electrodes. The Makino EDGE3 S-series is HQSF (High-Quality Surface Finish) capable, with a standard 60 amp power supply and a sludge separator required.

There are other optional features and additional information at www.makino.com.

Makino’s award-winning drop tank design with zero fill time and dielectric chiller completes these features. The tank size for the EDGE3 is 32 x 22 x 14 inches (800 x 550 x 350 mm), with a maximum fluid capacity of 400 L and a maximum fluid height of 300 mm. The drop tank improves many aspects of the EDM process, as the retractable tank walls provide wide-open table access for safe, simple slide-onloading and faster, more accurate setups. And the adjustable tank depth allows optimal matching of dielectric fluid level to workpiece size for overall dielectric savings.

Makino is a global provider of advanced machining technology and application support for the metalcutting and die/mold industries, dedicated to driving out more costs from your manufacturing operation than any other competitive machine tool manufacturer. Makino manufacturing and service centers are located in the United States, Japan, Germany, Singapore, Italy, France, Korea, Taiwan, China, Mexico, Brazil, and India, and are supported by a worldwide distributor network. For more information call 1.800.552.3288, or visit Makino on the Web at www.makino.com.

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