Machine Comparison
OMAX GlobalMax 1530 vs OMAX MAXIEM 1530
OMAX Corporation vs OMAX · CNC Waterjet
Summary
The OMAX GlobalMax 1530 and the OMAX MAXIEM 1530 are CNC waterjet cutting machines from the same maker, both built for sheet and plate. OMAX publishes few comparable figures for this pair: Z-axis travel is the only row the two share.
On that row the OMAX MAXIEM 1530 has the longer stroke, 152 mm (6 in) against 5″ (127 mm) on the OMAX GlobalMax 1530. That gives it more room for thicker stock and taller fixtures. The OMAX GlobalMax 1530 suits flat stock and low fixtures, and repeat production of sheet and light plate from established programs.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | OMAX GlobalMax 1530 | OMAX MAXIEM 1530 |
|---|---|---|
| Z-Axis Travel | 5″ (127 mm) | 152 mm (6 in) ▲ |
Advantages
OMAX GlobalMax 1530
- Suits flat stock and low fixtures within its 5″ (127 mm) of Z travel
- Suits repeat production of sheet and light plate from established programs
OMAX MAXIEM 1530
- 152 mm (6 in) of Z travel against 5″ (127 mm)
- Listed for mixed materials: metals, stone, glass, ceramics, composites, rubber and foam
Verdict
With one shared row, the verdict is narrow. If the work includes thicker plate, taller fixtures or parts that need extra clearance under the nozzle, the OMAX MAXIEM 1530 has the edge with 152 mm (6 in) of Z travel. If the work is flat sheet and light plate on low fixtures, the 5″ (127 mm) of the OMAX GlobalMax 1530 covers it. Pump, accuracy and table figures are not in this table, so compare those from OMAX's own data.