Machine tools and production machinery by Makino

SP43 SPECIFICATIONS

Table Size:28.7" x 22.8"
X:17.8"
Y:11.8"
Z:12.6"
Tank Size:35" x 33.5" x 15.9"
Available Wire Size:0.004", 0.006", 0.008", 0.010" & 0.012"
Drop Tank:No
Maximum Workpiece Weight:1,764 lbs
Maximum Workpiece Size:33.5" x 28.3" x 12.6"

The SP43 machine is an extremely fast wire-cutting machine, able to hold tolerances of ±5 microns. The unit can be used for many diverse applications, from tall workpieces to precision small holes.
The SP43 generates a surface finish of 16µmRy on one pass, shape accuracy of three-pass machining in just two passes with a surface finish 12µmRy and a surface finish of 4µmRy with an overall speed of 94mm2/min. in three-pass machining.
The programmable auto-threading unit of the SP43 has a 15-second thread time. Field-proven, two-piece "V" type wire guide improves accuracy and reliability.
The wire guide is cleaned by simply opening the guide and wiping it with a cotton swab. Cleaning takes only a few minutes. Since the wire guide is not removed, there is no need to align the wire vertically after cleaning.
The wire generally accounts for 40% of the total running cost. By controlling the feedrate, the SP43 reduces the running cost substantially. Filters, energizing plates and other consumables are available at lower cost than before. Optimal control of the spark discharge condition achieves stable machining of workpieces involving step differences without any wire breakage.

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Machining Performance
WIRE EDMOur New WireWIZARD operating system improves operating ease.  The unique drop tank design allows setup work to be done easily from three sides.  WireWIZARD technologies deliver high speed machining capability and superior accuracy.  These unique features select the optimum machining conditions even for shapes where water pressure changes can occur, such as when starting to machine from the edge of a workpiece.

10-Year "Ballscrew" Warranty
We are so confident in our design and construction that we warrant our ballscrews for 10 years.

Machining Accuracy
Because superb roundness equal to that of jig grinders is obtained, the part shape and guide pin holes can be machined simultaneously.  This makes it possible to improve overall product accuracy as well as to shorten lead times.

WIRE EDMPatented, Low Maintenance Automatic Wire Threading
The wire is treaded in 15 seconds from the time a break occurs.  With the standard specification, automatic threading is possible for start holes as small as 0.19" diameter.

Powerful Programmable AWT Functions
Optimize unattended machining by integrating a variety of Autothreading methods including High Speed, Small Hole and Normal, randomly within the same program based on the application.

Long Life Wire Guides
Get at least 12,000 machining hours out of single set of Wire guides.  Virtually eliminate vertical alignment of the Wire since the guides do not require removal for cleaning.