Machine Comparison
Makino UPN-01 vs Makino UPV-3
Makino vs Makino · Wire EDM
Summary
The Makino UPN-01 and Makino UPV-3 are both Makino wire EDMs, but they serve different jobs. The UPN-01 is a micro-machining machine with 160 mm (6.3 in) of X and Y travel, 50 mm of Z and an 8 kg (17.6 lb) workpiece limit. The UPV-3 is a precision machine for carbide and PCD tooling and for steel parts that must not rust in the tank, with 370 mm (14.56 in) of X, 270 mm (10.63 in) of Y and 220 mm (8.7 in) of Z.
The UPV-3 wins every row in the table, and it carries 350 kg (771 lb) against the UPN-01's 8 kg. The UPN-01's case lies outside these rows: it is built for micro features, very fine wire and very fine finishes on small parts.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Makino UPN-01 | Makino UPV-3 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 370 mm (14.56 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 270 mm (10.63 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 50 mm | 220 mm (8.7 in) ▲ |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 8 kg (17.6 lb) | 350 kg (771 lb) ▲ |
Advantages
Makino UPN-01
- Built for micro features cut with very fine wire
- Aimed at small precision parts that need very fine finishes
- C-axis workpiece exchange for unattended runs
Makino UPV-3
- 370 mm (14.56 in) of X travel against 160 mm (6.3 in)
- 270 mm (10.63 in) of Y travel against 160 mm (6.3 in)
- 220 mm (8.7 in) of Z travel against 50 mm
- 350 kg (771 lb) workpiece load against 8 kg (17.6 lb)
Verdict
Choose the Makino UPN-01 only for micro work: tiny features and very fine finishes on parts that fit 160 x 160 mm and weigh no more than 8 kg. For carbide punches, die components, PCD tooling and fine-finish plates, choose the Makino UPV-3, which takes parts up to 350 kg and 220 mm of Z travel. The two machines overlap little.