AL400P "i Groove Edition" NEW!!

First in the world ! Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove" Achieves high precision machining while suppressing the cumulative pitch error to the utmost in progressive press dies and etc. where high precision is accelerating

Main Features

More efficient and environmentally friendly finishing of thick plate workpieces.

- Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove" -
Applying rotation to the wire during finishing reduces wire consumption and allows a new wire surface to be constantly used for finishing from the top to the bottom of the workpiece.
This is especially suited to finishing thick plate workpieces.
It offers innovative machining performance including stable machining dimensions, improvement of surface scoring, and reduced wire consumption.
- New groove and step machining function "Stepcut" -
It permits machining at the same speed as under standard conditions while significantly improving the accuracy and range of applications when machining shapes with rapidly changing material thickness, such as stepped shapes.

Latest Electrical Discharge Technology for Rapid and Accurate Machining

Sodick has been working for many years to develop the world's best wire-cut electric discharge machines. The AL Series "i Groove Edition" offers flexible control from high peak currents for efficient rough machining to ultra-fine discharge pulses for micro finishing.
In addition, The Sodick linear motor drive is a non-contact system that eliminates the need for ball screws. It is maintenance-free and maintains its initial accuracy almost indefinitely, with no drop off in machine accuracy due to ball screw wear throughout the life of the machine (10 years or more).

High Precision Premium Specification, Pursuing Ultimate Accuracy

Sodick pursued ultra-high precision in the machining, assembly and adjustment of machinery. By adopting ultra-high precision roller guides, high rigidity was also achieved.
While standardly equipped with doors made of CFRP, the accuracy was thoroughly pursued in all factors originating in the machining accuracy to temperature control by a high quality inverter cooler.

Product Specifications

Machine Tool

Machine Tool
X - Axis Travel (mm)	400
Y - Axis Travel (mm)	300
Z - Axis Travel (mm)	250
Work Tank Inner Dimensions (W x D) (mm)	850 x 610
U x V Axis Travel (mm)	150 x 150
Max. Taper Angle (W x D x H)	600 x 470 x 240 (Flush Machining) 600 x 470 x 230 (Immersion Machining)
Max. Weight of Workpiece (kg)	500 (Flush Machining) 350 (Immersion Machining)
Wire Diameter (mm*1)	ø0.05 to ø0.3
Wire Tension	3 to 23 N
Max. Wire Feed Speed	Max. 420 mm/sec
Distance from Floor to Table Upper Surface (mm)	995
Total Electric Capacity	3-phase 50/60 Hz 13 kVA*2
*1 Less than ø0.05 mm to ø 0.1 mm is optional. *2 Electric capacity when ø 0.2 mm wire is used.

Dielectric Tank

Dielectric Tank
External Dimensions (W x D x H)	775 x 2,250 x 2,202 mm
Weight (Empty)	450 kg
Capacity	792 liter
Machining Fluid Filtration Method	Paper Filter Replacement Type (4 Cylinder Inner Pressure Type)
Demineralizer	Ion Exchange Resin (18 Liter Specification)

CNC Power Supply SP/SP-E

CNC Power Supply SP/SP-E
Max. Machining Current	40A (60A : Option)
Power Supply Input Specification	AC200V 50/60 Hz
NC Unit	Multi-tasking OS, K-SMC-LINK Method (M4-LINK)
User’s Memory Capacity	Editing: 100,000 Blocks Saving: 30 M bytes
Memory Device	SSD, Dedicated USB Memory
Input Method	Dedicated USB Memory, Multi-touch Panel, Keyboard, LAN
Display Method	19-inch TFT-LCD
Printable Characters	Kanji (JIS Level 1 Kanji Characters), Alphabet, Numerical Characters, etc..
Keyboard	Standard 101 Keyboard, Function Key
Position Command Method	Incremental / Absolute in Combination
Input Range	±999999.999/±99999.9999 /±9999.99999/±999.999999 (Changeable)
Electric Discharge Machining Condition Registration Function	10,000 conditions can be registered (C0000 to C9999)
Offset Function	10,000 conditions can be registered (H0000 to H9999)
Program Sequence Number Specification	Setting from N000000000 to N999999999
Coordinate Value	60
Number of Simultaneously Controlled Axes	4 Axes Max (SPW-E: 8 Axes Max *3)
Min. Command Unit	0.001μm
Min. Drive Unit	0.01μm (X, Y, U, V Axes)
Max. Feed Speed	X, Y-axis: Max. 3 m/min, Z-axis: 2 m/min
Position Detection Method	Full Closed Loop (Linear Scale)
Drive System	Linear Motor (X, Y, U, V Axes)
Drive Mechanism	Linear Motor
Various Compensation	Pitch Error, Plane Pitch Error, Torque and Torsion Compensation for Each Axis. Workpiece Inclination and Workpiece Distortion Compensation.
Graphics Function	XY, YZ and XZ Planes, Drawing while Machining, Machining Position, 3-dimensional Machining, Zoom In, Zoom Out, Rotation, Background Drawing, etc.
*3 SPW-E maximum of 8 axis specification is available for AL400P/AL400G/ALN400G, AL600P/AL600G/ALN600G.

ALC400P "i Groove Edition"

Smart Pulse & Smart Linear

Super-accurate Wire EDM

When Sodick set itself the task of improving on the performance and accuracy of its ALC-G series it took on a major challenge – these machines are already technical leaders, incorporating Sodick linear technology and digital Smart Pulse generators. But some sectors have requirements are even more demanding and Sodick was finding that an increasing number of customers were looking for super-high accuracy, for example a pitch accuracy of +/-1 micron – and every element of the ALC-P series has been developed to achieve these objectives.

Main Features

New Wire Rotation Mechanism

This newly developed technology, patented by Sodick, rotates the wire during the skim cut operation, so that workpieces are machined from top to bottom with the “unconsumed” surface of the wire.
Conventionally, wire electrodes are controlled solely by tension and running speed, while being constrained by a die. Sodick’s iGroove rotation mechanism provides additional control over the wire, resulting in increased surface quality and improved geometric accuracy, whilst at the same time minimising.

Machine Construction

The machine has a variety of standard built-in functions, including a new tension servo function, auto fluid-level control, and the new FJ-AWT (Automatic Wire Threader). Paying close attention
to the machine accessibility for work preparation in the field, a square-shaped work stand, ceramic stand base, 3-sided machining tank with automatic lifting door, quadruple filters and many
other features, all of which works to ensure improvements in productivity. Furthermore, by adopting a unique full-cover machine structure, comfort and safety in the work environment is not compromised.

Product Specifications

AL600P "i Groove Edition" NEW!!

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed & High Precision Wire-cut EDM

First in the world ! Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove" Achieves high precision machining while suppressing the cumulative pitch error to the utmost in progressive press dies and etc. where high precision is accelerating

Main Features

More efficient and environmentally friendly finishing of thick plate workpieces.

- Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove" -
Applying rotation to the wire during finishing reduces wire consumption and allows a new wire surface to be constantly used for finishing from the top to the bottom of the workpiece.
This is especially suited to finishing thick plate workpieces.
It offers innovative machining performance including stable machining dimensions, improvement of surface scoring, and reduced wire consumption.
- New groove and step machining function "Stepcut" -
It permits machining at the same speed as under standard conditions while significantly improving the accuracy and range of applications when machining shapes with rapidly changing material thickness, such as stepped shapes.

Latest Electrical Discharge Technology for Rapid and Accurate Machining

Sodick has been working for many years to develop the world's best wire-cut electric discharge machines. The AL Series "i Groove Edition" offers flexible control from high peak currents for efficient rough machining to ultra-fine discharge pulses for micro finishing.
In addition, The Sodick linear motor drive is a non-contact system that eliminates the need for ball screws. It is maintenance-free and maintains its initial accuracy almost indefinitely, with no drop off in machine accuracy due to ball screw wear throughout the life of the machine (10 years or more).

High Precision Premium Specification, Pursuing Ultimate Accuracy

Sodick pursued ultra-high precision in the machining, assembly and adjustment of machinery. By adopting ultra-high precision roller guides, high rigidity was also achieved.
While standardly equipped with doors made of CFRP, the accuracy was thoroughly pursued in all factors originating in the machining accuracy to temperature control by a high quality inverter cooler.

Product Specifications

ALC600P "i Groove Edition"

Smart Pulse & Smart Linear

Super-accurateWire EDM

When Sodick set itself the task of improving on the performance and accuracy of its ALC-G series it took on a major challenge – these machines are already technical leaders, incorporating Sodick linear technology and digital Smart Pulse generators. But some sectors have requirements are even more demanding and Sodick was finding that an increasing number of customers were looking for super-high accuracy, for example a pitch accuracy of +/-1 micron – and every element of the ALC-P series has been developed to achieve these objectives.

Main Features

New Wire Rotation Mechanism

This newly developed technology, patented by Sodick, rotates the wire during the skim cut operation, so that workpieces are machined from top to bottom with the “unconsumed” surface of the wire.
Conventionally, wire electrodes are controlled solely by tension and running speed, while being constrained by a die. Sodick’s iGroove rotation mechanism provides additional control over the wire, resulting in increased surface quality and improved geometric accuracy, whilst at the same time minimising.

Machine Construction

The machine has a variety of standard built-in functions, including a new tension servo function, auto fluid-level control, and the new FJ-AWT (Automatic Wire Threader). Paying close attention
to the machine accessibility for work preparation in the field, a square-shaped work stand, ceramic stand base, 3-sided machining tank with automatic lifting door, quadruple filters and many
other features, all of which works to ensure improvements in productivity. Furthermore, by adopting a unique full-cover machine structure, comfort and safety in the work environment is not compromised.

Product Specifications

AL400G "i Groove⁺ Edition" NEW!!

Linear Motor Drive /High speed & High Performance Wire-cut EDM

Newly developed Digital HF control, wire rotation mechanism, energy-saving pump
Manufacturing that is both "High-speed" and "Eco-friendly" that can be changed digitally

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

High-performance linear motors developed and manufactured in-house are used for four axes (XYUV). Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently.
Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are
the features of the linear motor.

Improved Machining Speed

Newly developed Digital HF control is adopted. By constantly digitally monitoring the status during machining and maintaining optimum discharge conditions, the controller simultaneously
improves machining speed and accuracy. By constantly monitoring the discharge state during machining, stable machining can be maintained at all times, even with changes in water
quality or plate thickness.

Eco-friendly

The wire rotation mechanism (i groove) always performs finish machining with a wear-free wire surface, enabling uniform machining from the top to the bottom of the workpiece.
Reduces wire consumption while reducing streaks and irregularities during finishing of thick workpieces. In addition, a newly developed energy-saving pump system has been adopted
for the dielectric tank, reducing power consumption.

Product Specifications

ALC400G "i Groove Edition"

Smart Linear, Smart Pulse, Premium

First in the world ! Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove"
Achieving the superlative performance with in-house developed core technologies.

Product Specifications

AL600G "i Groove⁺ Edition" NEW!!

Linear Motor Drive /High speed & High Performance Wire-cut EDM

Newly developed Digital HF control, wire rotation mechanism, energy-saving pump
Manufacturing that is both "High-speed" and "Eco-friendly" that can be changed digitally

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

High-performance linear motors developed and manufactured in-house are used for four axes (XYUV). Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently.
Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are
the features of the linear motor.

Improved Machining Speed

Newly developed Digital HF control is adopted. By constantly digitally monitoring the status during machining and maintaining optimum discharge conditions, the controller simultaneously
improves machining speed and accuracy. By constantly monitoring the discharge state during machining, stable machining can be maintained at all times, even with changes in water
quality or plate thickness.

Eco-friendly

The wire rotation mechanism (i groove) always performs finish machining with a wear-free wire surface, enabling uniform machining from the top to the bottom of the workpiece.
Reduces wire consumption while reducing streaks and irregularities during finishing of thick workpieces. In addition, a newly developed energy-saving pump system has been adopted
for the dielectric tank, reducing power consumption.

Product Specifications

ALC600G "i Groove Edition"

Smart Linear, Smart Pulse, Premium

First in the world ! Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove"
Achieving the superlative performance with in-house developed core technologies.

Product Specifications

ALN400G "i Groove⁺ Edition" NEW!!

Linear Motor Drive /High speed & High Performance Wire-cut EDM

Newly developed Digital HF control, wire rotation mechanism, energy-saving pump
Manufacturing that is both "High-speed" and "Eco-friendly" that can be changed digitally

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

High-performance linear motors developed and manufactured in-house are used for four axes (XYUV). Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently.
Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are
the features of the linear motor.

Improved Machining Speed

Newly developed Digital HF control is adopted. By constantly digitally monitoring the status during machining and maintaining optimum discharge conditions, the controller simultaneously
improves machining speed and accuracy. By constantly monitoring the discharge state during machining, stable machining can be maintained at all times, even with changes in water quality
or plate thickness.

Eco-friendly

The wire rotation mechanism (i groove) always performs finish machining with a wear-free wire surface, enabling uniform machining from the top to the bottom of the workpiece.
Reduces wire consumption while reducing streaks and irregularities during finishing of thick workpieces. In addition, a newly developed energy-saving pump system has been adopted
for the dielectric tank, reducing power consumption.

Product Specifications

ALN600G "i Groove⁺ Edition" NEW!!

Linear Motor Drive /High speed & High Performance Wire-cut EDM

Newly developed Digital HF control, wire rotation mechanism, energy-saving pump
Manufacturing that is both "High-speed" and "Eco-friendly" that can be changed digitally

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

High-performance linear motors developed and manufactured in-house are used for four axes (XYUV). Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently.
Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are
the features of the linear motor.

Improved Machining Speed

Newly developed Digital HF control is adopted. By constantly digitally monitoring the status during machining and maintaining optimum discharge conditions, the controller simultaneously
improves machining speed and accuracy. By constantly monitoring the discharge state during machining, stable machining can be maintained at all times, even with changes in water quality
or plate thickness.

Eco-friendly

The wire rotation mechanism (i groove) always performs finish machining with a wear-free wire surface, enabling uniform machining from the top to the bottom of the workpiece.
Reduces wire consumption while reducing streaks and irregularities during finishing of thick workpieces. In addition, a newly developed energy-saving pump system has been adopted
for the dielectric tank, reducing power consumption.

Product Specifications

ALN400Q "i Groove Edition" NEW!!

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed & High Precision Wire-cut EDM

First in the world ! Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove"
Achieving the superlative performance with in-house developed core technologies.

Main Features

More efficient and environmentally friendly finishing of thick plate workpieces.

Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove"
Applying rotation to the wire during finishing reduces wire consumption and allows a new wire surface to be constantly used for finishing from the top to the bottom of the workpiece.
This is especially suited to finishing thick plate workpieces. It offers innovative machining performance including stable machining dimensions, improvement of surface scoring, and reduced wire consumption.
New groove and step machining function "Stepcut"
It permits machining at the same speed as under standard conditions while significantly improving the accuracy and range of applications when machining shapes with rapidly changing material thickness, such as stepped shapes.

Latest Electrical Discharge Technology for Rapid and Accurate Machining

Sodick has been working for many years to develop the world's best wire-cut electric discharge machines. The AL Series "i Groove Edition" offers flexible control from high peak currents for efficient rough machining to ultra-fine discharge pulses for micro finishing.
In addition, The Sodick linear motor drive is a non-contact system that eliminates the need for ball screws. It is maintenance-free and maintains its initial accuracy almost indefinitely, with no drop off in machine accuracy due to ball screw wear throughout the life of the machine (10 years or more).

Temperature-synchronized machine

All models in the series are equipped as standard with the AIM (AI Maintenance) environmental temperature diagnosis function and TH COM thermal displacement correction function that can handle everything from high-accuracy to rough temperature environments, in addition to a logging function and temperature display of the machine surroundings.
"The newly designed service tank provides a more stable machining environment and improves ease-of-maintenance.
The new service tank has a three-tank structure that completely separates fresh water and the machining fluid after use.
It prevents sludge contamination during machining and provides a more ideal machining environment."
A digital sensor has been newly installed to constantly monitor the filter pressure data and display an alert when filter replacement is necessary.
This allows the operator to machine with confidence and to estimate when filter replacement is due by checking the filter pressure trends on a graph.

Product Specifications

ALN600Q "i Groove Edition" NEW!!

Linear Motor Drive /High Performance Wire-cut EDM

First in the world ! Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove"
Achieving the superlative performance with in-house developed core technologies.

Main Features

More efficient and environmentally friendly finishing of thick plate workpieces.

Wire Rotation Mechanism "i groove"
Applying rotation to the wire during finishing reduces wire consumption and allows a new wire surface to be constantly used for finishing from the top to the bottom of the workpiece.
This is especially suited to finishing thick plate workpieces. It offers innovative machining performance including stable machining dimensions, improvement of surface scoring, and reduced wire consumption.
New groove and step machining function "Stepcut"
It permits machining at the same speed as under standard conditions while significantly improving the accuracy and range of applications when machining shapes with rapidly changing material thickness, such as stepped shapes.

Latest Electrical Discharge Technology for Rapid and Accurate Machining

Sodick has been working for many years to develop the world's best wire-cut electric discharge machines. The AL Series "i Groove Edition" offers flexible control from high peak currents for efficient rough machining to ultra-fine discharge pulses for micro finishing.
In addition, The Sodick linear motor drive is a non-contact system that eliminates the need for ball screws. It is maintenance-free and maintains its initial accuracy almost indefinitely, with no drop off in machine accuracy due to ball screw wear throughout the life of the machine (10 years or more).

Temperature-synchronized machine

All models in the series are equipped as standard with the AIM (AI Maintenance) environmental temperature diagnosis function and TH COM thermal displacement correction function that can handle everything from high-accuracy to rough temperature environments, in addition to a logging function and temperature display of the machine surroundings.
"The newly designed service tank provides a more stable machining environment and improves ease-of-maintenance.
The new service tank has a three-tank structure that completely separates fresh water and the machining fluid after use.
It prevents sludge contamination during machining and provides a more ideal machining environment."
A digital sensor has been newly installed to constantly monitor the filter pressure data and display an alert when filter replacement is necessary.This allows the operator to machine with confidence and to estimate when filter replacement is due by checking the filter pressure trends on a graph.

Product Specifications

ALN600GH

High-Performance Wire EDM

The ALN600GH features an automatic drop-tank for easy part setup, as well as Sodick’s latest SmartPulse Wire (SPW) Control. Onboard “Intelligent Qvic” programming software is included for easy programming from solid models or dxf files. All Sodick Wire and Sinker EDMs utilize Sodick’s patented Rigid Linear Motor for non-contact axis movement free from friction, wear, and backlash. Since 2006, Sodick machines come with a 10 year positioning accuracy guarantee, ensuring that new ALN machines will maintain the positioning accuracy identified on their factory inspections for the next 10 years.

Main Features

Rigid Linear Motor Drives

Sodick’s ALN600GH rigid linear motor driven, high precision Wire EDM machine features increased Z capacity up to nearly 20 inches and new user-friendly EDM technology which further enhances productivity and EDM precision. The machine’s rigid linear motor axes drives are coupled with glass scales on the X, Y, U and V axes which ensure precision cutting and positioning accuracy. Sodick’s X, Y, U and V linear motor drives have no backlash and are backed by Sodick’s 10-Year Positioning Accuracy Guarantee. Sodick currently manufactures and delivers only rigid linear motor driven machines; proving the unrivaled reliability of Sodick's own rigid linear motor technology. Sodick's rigid linear motors have the optimum flat design. The machine castings support the linear motor to achieve ideal linear performance, the ultimate design for precision machining.

CNC Smart Control - SPW

The new Sodick Control SPW (Smart Pulse Wire) has many attractive features, from the use of the industry standard Windows 7 operating system, to an enhanced, 19 inch horizontal TFT multi-touch screen. The ALN control design streamlines the former tablet and classic control modes into a single work screen with easy-access functions. The streamlined design also improves control processing speed, for a highly responsive user experience
The NC programs are supported with 2D and 3D graphics. Maintenance screens show the status of the machine and remote access is possible for maintenance and supervision.

Smart Pulse Generator

The Smart Pulse Generator reduces the number of cuts necessary to achieve the required accuracy and surface finish. This reduction in time translates directly into a financial advantage.

Intelligent Q³vic

Intelligent Q³vic EDW technology allows the importation of 3D CAD files and is standard with the ALN-G Series. This automatic programming system detects the profile of a workpiece that can be machined with Wire EDM and extracts the machining contour. Significant savings in programming hours are possible thanks to this advanced software.

Sodick Motion Controller

The Sodick Motion Controller (K-SMC), accurately controls the high-speed and precise linear motor drive movements through commands from the NC unit. The K-SMC was heavily researched and developed to bring about new technical innovations to electrical discharge machining. Developed in Silicon Valley, CA, the K-SMC accurately controls high-speeds, rapid acceleration and precise positioning.

Product Specifications

ALC600GH

Smart Linear, Smart Pulse, Premium

Achieving the superlative performance with in-house developed core technologies

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

Direct drive method without a ball screw was established, utilizing a high performance linear motor developed and manufactured in-house for the 4 axes of X, Y, U and V. Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently. Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are the features of the linear motor

New Power Supply Unit & New Machining Circuit

Has a 19-inch horizontal type touch panel, realizing the most up-to-date man-machine interface and also ensuring ease of viewing and ease of use. This machine is standardly equipped with the "barrel-free effect control II" which greatly reduces the barrel amount during machining, and "TMP Control II" which improves the surface roughness of the second cut and realizes high speed finish machining.

Improves Operability and productivity

The operability is improved with the standardly equipped ceramic work stand, square shaped table, automatic three sides up and down type processing tank and Z-axis following automatic liquid level control function. The high speed automatic wire connection unit (FJ-AWT) and the intermediate liquid level control function enables unattended high precision machining can be performed, which improves productivity.

Product Specifications

AL800P NEW!!

Linear Motor Drive /High-speed/Ultra-precision Large-size Wire-cut EDM

Novel Construction and System That Minimize Thermal Displacement.
Achieves Higher-precision and Faster Machining of Large Parts and Molds.

Main Features

4-Axis (XYUV) Linear Motor Drive

High-performance linear motors developed and manufactured by Sodick are adopted for the four XYUV axes. They can maintain accurate axis movement with no backlash semi-permanently, something that is impossible with conventional ball screw drive methods. The high response and high tracking performance that are features of linear motors achieve accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics during machining.

High Rigidity Construction and Precision Thermal Compensation System

The AL800P adopts a high rigidity construction supported by the ultra-precise roller guide as well as featuring a machining fluid circulation system for major structural components. In addition, a newly developed high-precision thermal compensation system and automatic temperature control by a high-performance inverter cooler minimize the thermal displacement during high-precision machining of large workpieces.

Latest "SPW Power Supply" NC Unit and New Machining Circuits

A variety of the latest technologies for highspeed, high-precision, and high-quality machining, such as Digital-PIKA-W Plus, TMP control II, Barrel-free Effect Control II, new tension servo function, and automatic float control are installed as standard to achieve stable high-efficiency machining with the minimum number of cuts. The horizontal 19-inch touch panel screen offers advanced operability and functionality.

Product Specifications

AL800G

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed & High Performance/Large-size Wire-cut EDM

Achieving the superlative performance with in-house developed core technologies Advanced Smart Pulse & Advanced Smart Linear

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

Direct drive method without a ball screw was established, utilizing a high performance linear motor developed and manufactured in-house for the 4 axes of X, Y, U and V. Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently. Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are the features of the linear motor

New Power Supply Unit& New Machining Circuit

Providing the improved visibility and operability with the latest man-machine interface achieved by the 19" horizontal touch-panel.This machine is standardly equipped with the "barrel-free effect control Ⅱ" which greatly reduces the barrel amount during machining, and "TMP Control Ⅱ" which improves the surface roughness of the second cut and realizes high speed finish machining.

Large and Thick Workpiece Machining

The AL800G/ALN800G supports a 500mm workpiece thcickness machining standard. It equipped with the automatic vertically sliding door, the "O-shape" work-stand, and ceramics made stand-bases.The high speed automatic wire threading unit (FJ-AWT) and the built-in 20kg wire feeder enables unattended high speed and high precision machining.

Product Specifications

ALC800G

The Best just got Better: Smart Linear, Smart Pulse

Based on the mindset of "assisting in the product development of customers", Sodick has listened to the demands of customers no matter how insignificant, and has challenged and overcome every difficult technical issue to solve problems. The company has also maintained the stance where Sodick even develop products in-house to solve a problem, if its solution is not available anywhere in the world.

Main Features

NC Unit

Sodick develops and manufactures user-friendly NC units easily operable by anyone, and yet provides supreme machining performance. In order to achieve ultra precision machining, a built-in artificial intelligence is combined with state-of-the-art electrical-discharge machining technologies, which precisely controls the drive system through K-SMC, electrical discharge power supply, and wire running syst

Electrical Discharge Power Supply Unit

The unit contains numerous circuits to optimally control electrical discharge energy. High speed, quality rough cutting essential for finishing is controlled through an optimum discharge pulse to achieve superior surface and form accuracy. The electrical discharge power supply unit containing these circuits is based on energy saving design that works to minimise wasteful energy loss.

Linear Motor

Sodick's linear motor provides high acceleration and positioning accuracy without backlash, by a direct drive mechanism without any single command delay. The excellent dynamic response, stable machining accuracy and its performance does not deteriorate over long periods of operation without any maintenance.

Product Specifications

AL800GH

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed & High Performance/Large-size Wire-cut EDM

Achieving the superlative performance with in-house developed core technologies Advanced Smart Pulse & Advanced Smart Linear

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

Direct drive method without a ball screw was established, utilizing a high performance linear motor developed and manufactured in-house for the 4 axes of X, Y, U and V. Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently. Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are the features of the linear motor

New Power Supply Unit& New Machining Circuit

Providing the improved visibility and operability with the latest man-machine interface achieved by the 19" horizontal touch-panel.
This machine is standardly equipped with the "barrel-free effect control Ⅱ" which greatly reduces the barrel amount during machining, and "TMP Control Ⅱ" which improves the surface roughness of the second cut and realizes high speed finish machining.

Large and Thick Workpiece Machining

The AL800G/ALN800G supports a 500mm workpiece thcickness machining standard. It equipped with the automatic vertically sliding door, the "O-shape" work-stand, and ceramics made stand-bases.
The high speed automatic wire threading unit (FJ-AWT) and the built-in 20kg wire feeder enables unattended high speed and high precision machining.

Product Specifications

ALC800GH

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed & High Performance/Large-size Wire-cut EDM

Achieving the superlative performance with in-house developed core technologies Advanced Smart Pulse & Advanced Smart Linear

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

Direct drive method without a ball screw was established, utilizing a high performance linear motor developed and manufactured in-house for the 4 axes of X, Y, U and V. Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently. Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are the features of the linear motor

New Power Supply Unit& New Machining Circuit

Providing the improved visibility and operability with the latest man-machine interface achieved by the 19" horizontal touch-panel.
This machine is standardly equipped with the "barrel-free effect control Ⅱ" which greatly reduces the barrel amount during machining, and "TMP Control Ⅱ" which improves the surface roughness of the second cut and realizes high speed finish machining.

Large and Thick Workpiece Machining

The AL800G/ALN800G supports a 500mm workpiece thcickness machining standard. It equipped with the automatic vertically sliding door, the "O-shape" work-stand, and ceramics made stand-bases.
The high speed automatic wire threading unit (FJ-AWT) and the built-in 20kg wire feeder enables unattended high speed and high precision machining.

Product Specifications

ALN800G

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed & High Performance/Large-size Wire-cut EDM

Achieving the superlative performance

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

Direct drive method without a ball screw was established, utilizing a high performance linear motor developed and manufactured in-house for the 4 axes of X, Y, U and V. Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently. Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are the features of the linear motor.

New Power Supply Unit & New Machining Circuit

Providing the improved visibility and operability with the latest man-machine interface achieved by the 19" horizontal touch-panel.
This machine is standardly equipped with the "barrel-free effect control Ⅱ" which greatly reduces the barrel amount during machining, and "TMP Control Ⅱ" which improves the surface roughness of the second cut and realizes high speed finish machining.

Large and Thick Workpiece Machining

The AL800G/ALN800G supports a 500mm workpiece thcickness machining standard. It equipped with the automatic vertically sliding door, the "O-shape" work-stand, and ceramics made stand-bases. The high speed automatic wire threading unit (FJ-AWT) and the built-in 20kg wire feeder enables unattended high speed and high precision machining.

Product Specifications

ALN800GH

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed & High Performance/Large-size Wire-cut EDM

Achieving the superlative performance

Main Features

4-axis linear motor drive

Direct drive method without a ball screw was established, utilizing a high performance linear motor developed and manufactured in-house for the 4 axes of X, Y, U and V. Precise axis movements without backlash can be maintained semi-permanently. Demonstrates accurate position control and excellent discharge characteristics while machining, through the high response and high following characteristics which are the features of the linear motor.

New Power Supply Unit & New Machining Circuit

Providing the improved visibility and operability with the latest man-machine interface achieved by the 19" horizontal touch-panel.
This machine is standardly equipped with the "barrel-free effect control Ⅱ" which greatly reduces the barrel amount during machining, and "TMP Control Ⅱ" which improves the surface roughness of the second cut and realizes high speed finish machining.

Large and Thick Workpiece Machining

The AL800G/ALN800G supports a 500mm workpiece thcickness machining standard. It equipped with the automatic vertically sliding door, the "O-shape" work-stand, and ceramics made stand-bases. The high speed automatic wire threading unit (FJ-AWT) and the built-in 20kg wire feeder enables unattended high speed and high precision machining.

Product Specifications

VL400Q

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed Wire-cut EDM

Precision parts machining for Medical, Aerospace and Cutting tools The most reliable linear motor driven Wire-cut EDM Improved surface finish supports variety of machining needs

Main Features

No screw drive system

The no screw drive system, which uses a linear motor and linear scale, is the ideal drive method which maintains high-speed and high response semi-permanently. The initial positioning accuracy can be maintained for years and years; machine operators will everlastingly enjoy the remarkably reliable machining performance.

New power supply unit

The new power supply unit employs "Perfect Active Control" technology. It realizes high-speed processing of discharge control and motion control simultaneously. The "Heart-NC", automatic programming system, is installed standard which allows machining program procedure without experience.

Versatility

The VL series are equipped with many advantageous functions as standard; such as, the advanced corner control system, automatic float control, new high quality surface finish circuit, and more. Moreover, Sodick’s in-house made superior ceramics are adopted standard for precision machining.

Product Specifications

VL600Q

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed Wire-cut EDM

Precision parts machining for Medical, Aerospace and Cutting tools The most reliable linear motor driven Wire-cut EDM Improved surface finish supports variety of machining needs

Main Features

Five Core Technologies Developed In-House For Achieving The World's Highest Quality Machining

Starting with the development of electrical discharge circuits, Sodick has continued to make untiring efforts in the research and development of advanced EDMs. Sodick’s philosophy has been the pursuit of the highest level of accuracy, speed and versatility of machining in order to provide the highest quality products to its customers.
Sodick's: Power Supply Units, Discharge Units, Linear Motors, Motion Controllers and Fine Ceramic Components have evolved as its five core technologies. These developments have positioned Sodick at the pinnacle of EDM technologies.

NC Power Supply Unit + Discharge Unit

Sodick’s new VL wire EDM series features Sodick's latest ”LN2W series” power supply unit, which is capable of high-speed, high-precision and high-efficiency machining. The outstanding performance of the LN2W series power supply with 1Gb/sec communication technology “Perfect Active Control” making use of a modern in-house designed NC system running on Windows Operating System. The user interface benefits from a 15” colour screen for ease of use and operation.

Linear Motor

The most outstanding features of the Sodick in-house developed and manufactured Linear Motors are high-speed axis motion and quick response, which result from wear-free motion and without the need for old-fashioned ball screws. Conventional drive systems use ball screws to convert the rotational motion of the motor into the linear motion of the axis stroke, leading to the unavoidable deterioration in the response of high speed servo motors due to back-lash and mechanical lost motion. However linear motors directly provide motion to each axis without converting rotational motion of motor to linear movements.

Ceramic Components

The VL Wire EDM Series benefits from the use of ceramics in critical components such as the upper & lower guide assemblies and worktable supports. Ceramics have a low co-efficient of thermal expansion, light in weight, high in rigidity, resistant to aging and excellent electrical insulation properties, therefore an ideal material for a class leading Wire EDM Machine.

Product Specifications

VL600QH

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed Wire-cut EDM

The VL600QH Wire EDM features Sodick’s Linear Motor Technology. The VL Series is an advanced line of performance Wire EDMs that builds on the technologies of the SL series. The taller VL600QH is well-suited for a wide range of machining applications with even the tallest workpieces.

Main Features

No screw drive system

The no screw drive system, which uses a linear motor and linear scale, is the ideal drive method which maintains high-speed and high response semi-permanently. The initial positioning accuracy can be maintained for years and years; machine operators will everlastingly enjoy the remarkably reliable machining performance.

New power supply unit

The new power supply unit employs "Perfect Active Control" technology. It realizes high-speed processing of discharge control and motion control simultaneously. The "Heart-NC", automatic programming system, is installed standard which allows machining program procedure without experience.

Versatility

The VL series are equipped with many advantageous functions as standard; such as, the advanced corner control system, automatic float control, new high quality surface finish circuit, and more. Moreover, Sodick’s in-house made superior ceramics are adopted standard for precision machining.

Product Specifications

VN400Q

Linear Motor Drive /Wire-cut EDM

Supports high-precision component machining and mold machining in the medical and aerospace fields
The entry-class linear motor driven Wire-cut EDM

Main Features

Linear Motor Drive System

The no screw drive system, which uses a linear motor and linear scale, is the ideal drive method which maintains high-speed and high response semipermanently.
The initial positioning accuracy can be maintained for years and years; machine operators will everlastingly enjoy the remarkably reliable machining performance.

Upgraded Level of Standard Performance

Sodick's state-of-the-art technologies, such as tension servo functions, automatic wire connection unit, and ceramic stands, are all equipped as standard.
In addition, the machining support system "Heart-NC" allows beginners to easily machine various shapes with a simple programming function.

Faster Machining & Power Consumption Reduction

The new "LN3W/LP3W Power Supply" has resulted in a 5% to 15% increase in floating machining speed compared to the previous model.
In addition, by monitoring the flow rate of the machining fluid and appropriately moving the pump, excess energy is suppressed, resulting in a 20% reduction
in power consumption compared to the previous model.

Product Specifications

VN600Q

Linear Motor Drive /Wire-cut EDM

Supports high-precision component machining and mold machining in the medical and aerospace fields
The entry-class linear motor driven Wire-cut EDM

Main Features

Linear Motor Drive System

The no screw drive system, which uses a linear motor and linear scale, is the ideal drive method which maintains high-speed and high response semipermanently.
The initial positioning accuracy can be maintained for years and years; machine operators will everlastingly enjoy the remarkably reliable machining performance.

Upgraded Level of Standard Performance

Sodick's state-of-the-art technologies, such as tension servo functions, automatic wire connection unit, and ceramic stands, are all equipped as standard.
In addition, the machining support system "Heart-NC" allows beginners to easily machine various shapes with a simple programming function.

Faster Machining & Power Consumption Reduction

The new "LN3W/LP3W Power Supply" has resulted in a 5% to 15% increase in floating machining speed compared to the previous model.
In addition, by monitoring the flow rate of the machining fluid and appropriately moving the pump, excess energy is suppressed, resulting in a 20% reduction
in power consumption compared to the previous model.

Product Specifications

VZ400L

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed Wire-cut EDM

Precision parts machining for Medical, Aerospace and Cutting tools The most reliable linear motor driven Wire-cut EDM Improved surface finish supports variety of machining needs

Main Features

Five Core Technologies Developed In-House For Achieving The World's Highest Quality Machining

Starting with the development of electrical discharge circuits, Sodick has continued to make untiring efforts in the research and development of advanced EDMs. Sodick’s philosophy has been the pursuit of the highest level of accuracy, speed and versatility of machining in order to provide the highest quality products to its customers.
Sodick's: Power Supply Units, Discharge Units, Linear Motors, Motion Controllers and Fine Ceramic Components have evolved as its five core technologies. These developments have positioned Sodick at the pinnacle of EDM technologies.

NC Power Supply Unit + Discharge Unit

Sodick’s new VL wire EDM series features Sodick's latest ”LN2W series” power supply unit, which is capable of high-speed, high-precision and high-efficiency machining. The outstanding performance of the LN2W series power supply with 1Gb/sec communication technology “Perfect Active Control” making use of a modern in-house designed NC system running on Windows Operating System. The user interface benefits from a 15” colour screen for ease of use and operation.

Linear Motor

The most outstanding features of the Sodick in-house developed and manufactured Linear Motors are high-speed axis motion and quick response, which result from wear-free motion and without the need for old-fashioned ball screws. Conventional drive systems use ball screws to convert the rotational motion of the motor into the linear motion of the axis stroke, leading to the unavoidable deterioration in the response of high speed servo motors due to back-lash and mechanical lost motion. However linear motors directly provide motion to each axis without converting rotational motion of motor to linear movements.

Ceramic Components

The VL Wire EDM Series benefits from the use of ceramics in critical components such as the upper & lower guide assemblies and worktable supports. Ceramics have a low co-efficient of thermal expansion, light in weight, high in rigidity, resistant to aging and excellent electrical insulation properties, therefore an ideal material for a class leading Wire EDM Machine.

Product Specifications

VZ600L

Linear Motor Drive /High Speed Wire-cut EDM

Precision parts machining for Medical, Aerospace and Cutting tools The most reliable linear motor driven Wire-cut EDM Improved surface finish supports variety of machining needs

Main Features

Five Core Technologies Developed In-House For Achieving The World's Highest Quality Machining

Starting with the development of electrical discharge circuits, Sodick has continued to make untiring efforts in the research and development of advanced EDMs. Sodick’s philosophy has been the pursuit of the highest level of accuracy, speed and versatility of machining in order to provide the highest quality products to its customers.
Sodick's: Power Supply Units, Discharge Units, Linear Motors, Motion Controllers and Fine Ceramic Components have evolved as its five core technologies. These developments have positioned Sodick at the pinnacle of EDM technologies.

NC Power Supply Unit + Discharge Unit

Sodick’s new VL wire EDM series features Sodick's latest ”LN2W series” power supply unit, which is capable of high-speed, high-precision and high-efficiency machining. The outstanding performance of the LN2W series power supply with 1Gb/sec communication technology “Perfect Active Control” making use of a modern in-house designed NC system running on Windows Operating System. The user interface benefits from a 15” colour screen for ease of use and operation.

Linear Motor

The most outstanding features of the Sodick in-house developed and manufactured Linear Motors are high-speed axis motion and quick response, which result from wear-free motion and without the need for old-fashioned ball screws. Conventional drive systems use ball screws to convert the rotational motion of the motor into the linear motion of the axis stroke, leading to the unavoidable deterioration in the response of high speed servo motors due to back-lash and mechanical lost motion. However linear motors directly provide motion to each axis without converting rotational motion of motor to linear movements.

Ceramic Components

The VL Wire EDM Series benefits from the use of ceramics in critical components such as the upper & lower guide assemblies and worktable supports. Ceramics have a low co-efficient of thermal expansion, light in weight, high in rigidity, resistant to aging and excellent electrical insulation properties, therefore an ideal material for a class leading Wire EDM Machine.

Product Specifications

AQ750L Premium

Linear Motor Drive Large-Capacity /High Speed Wire-Cut EDM

Direct-drive system, new power supply unit, wire feeder, automatic wire threader, and L-Cut Wire Chopper enables continuous automatic machine operation

Main Features

Direct-drive & Integrated structure

Sodick's direct-drive system uses linear motors and linear scales, and its excellent positioning accuracy never diminishes over time. The machine also employs a unique integrated structure design, offering the world's best-in-class installation space and machining area size.

Equipped with LP power supply

Significant improvement in operability by employing newly designed, operator-friendly keyboard and remote control. In addition, “Intelligent Q3vic EDW” comes standard, allowing operators to directly send 3D models into the NC unit for practical operation on the work floor.

Ultra-high speed AWT

The Super Jet AWT (Ultra-high speed Automatic Wire Threader unit) uses the conventional pipe-jet method combined with wire annealing function, greatly expanding the range of wire connection modes to choose from and meets the needs of various applications.

Product Specifications

AQ900L Premium

Linear Motor Drive Large-Capacity /High Speed Wire-Cut EDM

Direct-drive system, new power supply unit, wire feeder, automatic wire threader, and L-Cut Wire Chopper enables continuous automatic machine operation

Main Features

Direct-drive & Integrated structure

Sodick's direct-drive system uses linear motors and linear scales, and its excellent positioning accuracy never diminishes over time. The machine also employs a unique integrated structure design, offering the world's best-in-class installation space and machining area size.

Equipped with LP power supply

Significant improvement in operability by employing newly designed, operator-friendly keyboard and remote control. In addition, “Intelligent Q3vic EDW” comes standard, allowing operators to directly send 3D models into the NC unit for practical operation on the work floor.

Ultra-high speed AWT

The Super Jet AWT (Ultra-high speed Automatic Wire Threader unit) uses the conventional pipe-jet method combined with wire annealing function, greatly expanding the range of wire connection modes to choose from and meets the needs of various applications.

Product Specifications

AQ1200L

Linear Motor Drive Large-Capacity /High Speed Wire-Cut EDM

Direct-drive system, new power supply unit, wire feeder, automatic wire threader, and L-Cut Wire Chopper enables continuous automatic machine operation

Main Features

Direct-drive & Integrated structure

Sodick's direct-drive system uses linear motors and linear scales, and its excellent positioning accuracy never diminishes over time. The machine also employs a unique integrated structure design, offering the world's best-in-class installation space and machining area size.

Equipped with LP power supply

Significant improvement in operability by employing newly designed, operator-friendly keyboard and remote control. In addition, “Intelligent Q3vic EDW” comes standard, allowing operators to directly send 3D models into the NC unit for practical operation on the work floor.

Ultra-high speed AWT

The Super Jet AWT (Ultra-high speed Automatic Wire Threader unit) uses the conventional pipe-jet method combined with wire annealing function, greatly expanding the range of wire connection modes to choose from and meets the needs of various applications.

Product Specifications

AQ1500L

Linear Motor Drive Large-Capacity /High Speed Wire-Cut EDM

Direct-drive system, new power supply unit, wire feeder, automatic wire threader, and L-Cut Wire Chopper enables continuous automatic machine operation

Main Features

Direct-drive & Integrated structure

Sodick's direct-drive system uses linear motors and linear scales, and its excellent positioning accuracy never diminishes over time. The machine also employs a unique integrated structure design, offering the world's best-in-class installation space and machining area size.

Equipped with LP power supply

Significant improvement in operability by employing newly designed, operator-friendly keyboard and remote control. In addition, “Intelligent Q3vic EDW” comes standard, allowing operators to directly send 3D models into the NC unit for practical operation on the work floor.

Ultra-high speed AWT

The Super Jet AWT (Ultra-high speed Automatic Wire Threader unit) uses the conventional pipe-jet method combined with wire annealing function, greatly expanding the range of wire connection modes to choose from and meets the needs of various applications.

Product Specifications

AP250L (Oil)

Linear Motor Drive /Precision Wire-cut EDM

Improved productivity in the superfine and super-precision screw-less drive and new power supply unit

Main Features

Screw-less drive + gantry type construction

This machine uses a linear motor drive which realizes high speed and fast response and also a low center of gravity gantry-type column, enabling the mechanical displacement due to mass motion to be reduced to the minimum possible, and also realizing greatly improved positioning and machining accuracy.

Newly developed power supply unit

The new power supply unit employs 5th generation EDM "Perfect Active Control" technology. It also uses 1 Gbit/sec serial communication technology, realizing high-speed processing of discharge control and motion control simultaneously.

Improved workability and operability

This machine comes with a three-sided automated vertical sliding machining tank, a U-shaped work stand, and other parts, resulting in greatly improved workability during setup process. In addition, the operation panel is separate from the machine, which enables all work to be performed from the front of the machine.

Product Specifications