The Makino UX6i is an industrial-grade CNC Wire & Sinker EDM powered by the Standard CNC. a top spindle speed of 0 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Makino UX6i wire EDM: 650 x 450 x 420 mm travels, 1,500 kg part limit, 4-sided 910 x 710 mm table and a ±0.1 °C chiller for stability.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Makino (Japan) |
| Machine Type | CNC Wire & Sinker EDM |
| CNC Controller System | Standard CNC |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| Spindle Taper Interface | Standard |
| Table / Platter / Chuck Size | 4-Sided 910 x 710 mm (4-Sided 35.8 in x 28.0 in) |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| Table Size | 4-Sided 910 x 710 mm (4-Sided 35.8 in x 28.0 in) |
| X-Axis Travel | 650 mm (25.6 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 420 mm (16.5 in) |
| U Axis Travel | ±75 mm (±3.0 in) |
| V Axis Travel | ±75 mm (±3.0 in) |
| Max Workpiece Size | 1000 x 800 x 400 mm Tall (39.4 in x 31.5 in x 15.8 in Tall) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
| Work Tank Size | 42.12" x 34.64" |
| Wire Diameter | 0.100 mm, 0.150 mm, 0.200 mm, 0.250 mm, 0.300 mm ø (0.004 in, 0.006 in, 0.008 in, 0.010 in, 0.012 in Ø ) |
Our best estimate for the Makino UX6i is $220,000 - $310,000. This is an estimate for a wire edm in this class, not a quote from Makino; configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/makino-ux6i#price; the request is passed to Makino or an authorised dealer.
The travels, the U and V and the 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) workpiece limit are the same. The UX6i has a 4-Sided table where the UX6 has a 3-Sided one, and a listed workpiece height of 400 mm (15.8 in) against 420 mm (16.5 in) on the UX6. It also adds radiator cooling of the casting, a ±0.1 °C chiller, a flatter worktable and an auto seal plate shower.
An internal radiator cooling system works on the machine casting, and a high-accuracy chiller holds a constant temperature within ±0.1 °C. Makino says this prevents the larger temperature swings that affect machining accuracy, which matters most on long cuts through heavy plates.
For suitable applications the Hyper Drive Extreme auto-threading system lets the operator rethread in the gap rather than returning to the start hole, which shortens recovery. The threader anneals the wire to straighten it, and jet-less threading handles hollow and interrupted parts.
Up to 1000 x 800 x 400 mm Tall (39.4 in x 31.5 in x 15.8 in Tall) and 1,500 kg (3,307 lb). Travel is 650 x 450 x 420 mm (25.6 x 17.7 x 16.5 in), the table is 4-Sided at 910 x 710 mm and the tank is 42.12 x 34.64 in, so plan crane access for the heaviest plates.
