Machine Comparison
Makino EDAC1 vs Makino EDAF2
Makino vs Makino · Sinker EDM
Summary
The Makino EDAC1 and Makino EDAF2 are both sinker EDMs, but they are built for different part sizes. The EDAC1 is a small machine for electronics components and micromachining, with 220 x 180 x 220 mm of X/Y/Z travel and a 350 x 250 mm table. The EDAF2 is the larger mold and die machine, with 350 x 250 x 250 mm of travel and a 550 × 350 mm table.
The EDAF2 has the larger figure on every travel and load row. It carries workpieces up to 500 kgs (1,100 lb) against 50 kgs (110 lb), and electrodes up to 75 kgs (165 lb) against 5 kgs (11 lb). Its travels are 350 mm (13.78 in), 250 mm (9.8 in) and 250 mm (9.8 in) against the EDAC1's 220 mm (8.66 in), 180 mm (7.08 in) and 220 mm (8.66 in).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Makino EDAC1 | Makino EDAF2 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 220 mm (8.66 in) | 350 mm (13.78 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 180 mm (7.08 in) | 250 mm (9.8 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 220 mm (8.66 in) | 250 mm (9.8 in) ▲ |
| Table Size | 350 x 250 mm (13.8 in x 9.8 in) | 550 × 350 mm (21.65 in x 13.78 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 50 kgs (110 lb) | 500 kgs (1,100 lb) ▲ |
| Max Electrode Weight | 5 kgs (11 lb) | 75 kgs (165 lb) ▲ |
Advantages
Makino EDAC1
- Aimed at micromachining and fine cavities and slots in small electronics components
- Aimed at fine surface finishing and tight depth tolerances on small precision parts
Makino EDAF2
- Workpiece load of 500 kgs (1,100 lb) against 50 kgs (110 lb)
- Electrodes up to 75 kgs (165 lb) against 5 kgs (11 lb)
- 350 x 250 x 250 mm of X/Y/Z travel against 220 x 180 x 220 mm
Verdict
Choose the Makino EDAC1 for small electronics components, micromachining and fine finishing, where parts and electrodes stay within its 50 kgs and 5 kgs ratings and the 220 x 180 x 220 mm envelope. Choose the Makino EDAF2 for mold and die cavities: its 500 kgs workpiece rating, 75 kgs electrodes and 350 mm of X travel take the larger work the EDAC1 cannot hold, and it can be set up for unattended sinking with an added ATC.