Amada ARIES 244
Key Specifications
Punching Force
Working Area (X × Y)
Turret Stations
Hit Rate (Maximum)
Maximum Sheet Thickness (Mild Steel)
Maximum Sheet Thickness (Stainless Steel)
Overview
The Amada ARIES 244 is a servo-electric CNC turret punch press combining Amada's high-precision drive technology with a 44-station turret system and a 2,500 × 1,250 mm working area. As part of Amada's ARIES series, it brings the energy efficiency and low-vibration characteristics of servo-electric punching to mid-sized fabrication shops that need a reliable, capable punch press without the footprint or cost of a larger system.
The ARIES 244's servo-electric drive eliminates the hydraulic system found on conventional punch presses, reducing energy consumption by up to 50% compared to hydraulic equivalents, lowering noise levels, and removing the maintenance requirements associated with hydraulic oil systems. Amada's servo drive technology delivers precise, programmable punch speed and stroke control, enabling the machine to optimize punch velocity for each tool and material combination — extending tool life while maintaining high throughput on standard punching operations.
The 44-station turret accommodates a mix of round, square, and oblong tool holders across A, B, C, and D station sizes, providing extensive tooling flexibility for mixed-work production. Amada's Auto Index feature allows any turret station to be CNC-rotated to any angle, enabling angular hole patterns and louver strikes without manual tool repositioning. The ARIES 244's AMNC 3i controller provides graphical programming, tool management, and integration with Amada's AP100 CAM software for offline nesting and toolpath optimization.
For job shops, electrical panel manufacturers, HVAC fabricators, and light industrial component producers who need a dependable servo-electric punch press with modern controls and strong tooling compatibility, the ARIES 244 delivers a proven Amada platform with lower operating costs than hydraulic equivalents. It competes with TRUMPF's TruPunch 3000 and Finn-Power punch press lines at a comparable price and capability level.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Punching Force | 22 tons (220 kN) |
| Working Area (X × Y) | 2,500 × 1,250 mm |
| Turret Stations | 44 stations (A, B, C, D station sizes) |
| Hit Rate (Maximum) | 400 hits/min |
| Maximum Sheet Thickness (Mild Steel) | 6.35 mm |
| Maximum Sheet Thickness (Stainless Steel) | 4 mm |
| Maximum Sheet Thickness (Aluminum) | 6.35 mm |
| Maximum Sheet Weight | 150 kg |
| Auto Index Stations | All stations CNC-rotatable |
| Drive Type | Servo-electric (no hydraulics) |
| Repositioning Speed | 80 m/min |
| Control | Amada AMNC 3i |
| CAM Software | Amada AP100 |
| Machine Weight | approximately 6,500 kg |
| Specification | Inches |
| Max Punch Speed | 1800 strokes/min |
| Max Sheet Size | 50 x 50 inches |
| Max Thickness | 0.25 inches |
Specifications sourced from machinetools.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Servo-electric drive reduces energy consumption up to 50% versus hydraulic punch presses and eliminates hydraulic oil maintenance
- 44-station turret with all-station Auto Index provides exceptional tooling flexibility for angular patterns without manual repositioning
- Low vibration and noise levels from servo-electric technology improve working conditions and reduce structural wear over machine lifecycle
- AMNC 3i controller with AP100 integration enables offline programming, nesting optimization, and production scheduling off the machine
- Amada's global tooling ecosystem and service network ensure parts availability and technical support worldwide
Limitations
- 400 hits/min peak rate is lower than high-speed hydraulic turret punch presses like TRUMPF TruPunch 5000, limiting throughput on very high volume thin-sheet work
- 2,500 × 1,250 mm working area does not accommodate sheets larger than 2.5 m — a limitation for fabricators working with 3015 or larger formats
- Servo-electric systems have higher upfront cost than equivalent hydraulic machines, though operating cost savings offset this over time
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Servo-electric punching eliminates the hydraulic power unit, reducing energy consumption by up to 50%, removing hydraulic oil from the machine (lower maintenance and environmental risk), reducing peak noise levels significantly, and allowing programmable punch speed and stroke depth per tool. The servo drive also provides faster response and more consistent stroke control than hydraulic systems.
02
Auto Index allows any turret station to be rotated by the CNC to any angle, enabling the machine to produce angular hole patterns, slots at non-standard angles, and louver strikes in any orientation without manually removing and repositioning the tool. This dramatically increases the tooling flexibility of a fixed-station turret press.
03
The ARIES 244 uses Amada's standard turret tooling system in A, B, C, and D station sizes, compatible with Amada's extensive tooling catalog including punches, dies, forming tools, tapping units, and marking tools. The tooling is compatible across Amada's turret punch press line, protecting tooling investment if upgrading to a larger machine.
04
Yes. The ARIES 244 supports forming tooling including countersinks, embosses, louvers, and thread-forming tapping tools using Amada's special forming tooling. The programmable punch speed and stroke control of the servo-electric drive allows precise depth control for forming operations without manual die height adjustment.
05
The EM-2510NT is a larger platform with a 2,510 mm × 1,250 mm working area (similar) but with a different drive and control architecture representing an older generation. The ARIES 244 features the newer AMNC 3i control and Amada's current servo-electric drive technology, offering more modern programming, energy efficiency, and tool management. The ARIES represents the current generation of Amada servo punch presses.
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