Machine Comparison
Makino U32j vs Makino U53j
Makino vs Makino · Wire EDM
Summary
The Makino U32j and Makino U53j are two Makino wire EDMs in different sizes, both aimed at injection mould inserts, stamping die sections and fine-finish medical parts. The U53j is the larger: 550 mm (21.6 in) of X travel and 370 mm (14.6 in) of Y against 370 mm (14.6 in) and 270 mm (10.6 in) on the U32j.
The rest is largely shared. Both have 220 mm (8.7 in) of Z travel and run the same wire sizes, .08, .1, .15, .2, .25, & .3 mm. The tables are close in size, 780 x 590 mm on the U32j against 810 x 560 mm on the U53j, so the U53j's table is longer and the U32j's slightly deeper. The deciding figure is X-Y travel.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Makino U32j | Makino U53j |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 370 mm (14.6 in) | 550 mm (21.6 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 370 mm (14.6 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Table Size | 780 x 590 mm (30.7 x 23.2 in) | 810 x 560 mm (31.9 x 22.0 in) |
| Wire Diameter Range | .08, .1, .15, .2, .25, & .3 mm | .08, .1, .15, .2, .25, & .3 mm |
Advantages
Makino U32j
- Sized for small mould inserts, cores and stamping punches that fit 370 x 270 mm of travel
- 590 mm table depth against 560 mm on the U53j
Makino U53j
- 550 mm (21.6 in) of X travel against 370 mm (14.6 in)
- 370 mm (14.6 in) of Y travel against 270 mm (10.6 in)
- Longer 810 mm table against 780 mm
Verdict
Since Z travel and wire sizes are the same, choose on part size. The Makino U32j fits shops cutting small mould inserts, cores, punches and medical components that sit within 370 x 270 mm of X-Y travel. The Makino U53j is the better choice for larger mould plates and progressive die sections that need up to 550 x 370 mm, and for automated cells that use its programmable tank height.