Machine Comparison
GF AgieCharmilles FORM X vs GF AgieCharmilles FORM X 600
GF Machining Solutions vs GF Machining Solutions · Sinker EDM
Summary
The GF AgieCharmilles FORM X and the GF AgieCharmilles FORM X 600 are die-sinking EDMs from the same family, and the difference between them is size. Both take electrodes up to 50 kg, so the choice comes down to how large and heavy the workpiece is.
The GF AgieCharmilles FORM X 600 has the larger envelope on every axis: 600 mm of X travel against 350 mm (13.8 in), 400 mm of Y against 250 mm (9.8 in), and 500 mm of Z against 250 mm, twice the depth. Its table carries 2000 kg against 400 kg (882 lb). The GF AgieCharmilles FORM X keeps the same 50 kg (110 lb) electrode limit in a 350 x 250 x 250 mm envelope, which is enough for small mold inserts.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | GF AgieCharmilles FORM X | GF AgieCharmilles FORM X 600 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 350 mm (13.8 in) | 600 mm ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 250 mm (9.8 in) | 400 mm ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 250 mm (9.8 in) | 500 mm ▲ |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 400 kg (882 lb) | 2000 kg ▲ |
| Max Electrode Weight | 50 kg (110 lb) | 50 kg |
Advantages
GF AgieCharmilles FORM X
- A 350 x 250 x 250 mm envelope sized for small mold inserts up to 400 kg (882 lb)
- Same 50 kg (110 lb) electrode limit as the larger machine for inserts that fit its envelope
- Suits short unattended jobs and rotated or indexed features on small parts
GF AgieCharmilles FORM X 600
- 500 mm of Z travel against 250 mm (9.8 in), for deep cavities
- 600 x 400 mm of X/Y travel against 350 x 250 mm
- 2000 kg table load against 400 kg (882 lb) for large multi-cavity molds
Verdict
Choose by workpiece. The GF AgieCharmilles FORM X 600 is the machine for large multi-cavity molds and deep cavities: 500 mm of Z and a 2000 kg table load cover big mold plates the smaller machine cannot hold. The GF AgieCharmilles FORM X suits shops whose work is small mold inserts under 400 kg (882 lb), where its 350 x 250 x 250 mm envelope is enough and the shared 50 kg electrode limit gives nothing away.