CHMER AW8L
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Key Specifications
x axis travel
y axis travel
z axis travel
uv axis travel
max workpiece size
max workpiece weight
How much does the CHMER AW8L cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
The CHMER AW8L marks the point where the AMStech AW wire EDM series turns from toolroom machines into mould-base machines. X and Y travel are 800 mm (31.5 in) and 500 mm (19.7 in), Z is 300 mm (11.8 in), and the workpiece limit jumps to 3,000 kg (6,614 lb).
Several rows change with the frame. Rapid traverse on the linear motor X and Y axes rises to 1,800 mm/min (70.9 ipm). U and V travel grows to 150 x 150 mm (5.9 x 5.9 in), and the taper rating becomes ± 21° / 180 mm, the tallest taper band CHMER lists for the AW series. In exchange the fine-wire capability goes: the wire range here is 0.2-0.3 mm (0.008-0.012 in), and tension starts at 300 gf.
The maximum workpiece is 1,200 x 800 x 295 mm (47.2 x 31.5 x 11.6 in). Is the machine sized for that load? The weight row reads 8,200 kg + 1,400 kg, and the water capacity is 1,400 L (370 gal), so with a full-weight part on the table the floor carries well over twelve tonnes.
Footprint is 3,950 x 4,500 mm (155.5 x 177.2 in) and height 2,500 mm (98.4 in), which should be checked against door openings and crane hook height. CHMER's page gives no accessory list for the model.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Axis Travel | 800 mm (31.5 in) |
| Y Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| Z Axis Travel | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Uv Axis Travel | 150 x 150 mm (5.9 x 5.9 in) |
| Max Workpiece Size | 1,200 x 800 x 295 mm (47.2 x 31.5 x 11.6 in) (W x D x H) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) |
| Xy Rapid Traverse | Max. 1,800 mm/min (70.9 ipm) |
| Axis Drive System | XY Linear Motor |
| Wire Diameter | 0.2-0.3 mm (0.008-0.012 in); standard 0.25 mm (0.010 in) |
| Wire Feed Rate Max | 300 mm/sec (11.8 in/sec) |
| Wire Tension | 300-2,500 gf |
| Taper Angle | ± 21° / 180 mm (width, DA + DB = 15 mm) |
| Machine Dimensions | 3,950 x 4,500 x 2,500 mm (155.5 x 177.2 x 98.4 in) (W x D x H) |
| Machine Weight | 8,200 kg + 1,400 kg (18,078 lb + 3,086 lb) |
| Water Capacity | 1,400 L (370 gal) |
Specifications sourced from chmer.com — verified 2026-10-05
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 800 x 500 x 300 mm (31.5 x 19.7 x 11.8 in) travels with a 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) workpiece limit
- ± 21° / 180 mm taper rating on 150 x 150 mm (5.9 x 5.9 in) U and V axes
- Linear motor X and Y axes with 1,800 mm/min (70.9 ipm) rapid traverse
- 1,400 L (370 gal) water capacity
- Workpieces up to 1,200 x 800 x 295 mm (47.2 x 31.5 x 11.6 in)
Limitations
- Wire range starts at 0.2 mm (0.008 in); the 0.1 mm capability of the AW6L is not offered
- Needs 3,950 x 4,500 mm (155.5 x 177.2 in) of floor and 2,500 mm of height
- Weight of 8,200 kg + 1,400 kg as listed, before the workpiece
- No published accessory list
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The maximum workpiece weight is 3,000 kg (6,614 lb), and the maximum workpiece size is 1,200 x 800 x 295 mm (47.2 x 31.5 x 11.6 in). The AW6L, one size down, is limited to 800 kg (1,764 lb).
02
03
± 21° / 180 mm (width, DA + DB = 15 mm), with U and V axis travel of 150 x 150 mm (5.9 x 5.9 in). The AW6L is rated ± 21° / 140 mm on 120 x 120 mm axes.
04
Outside dimensions are 3,950 x 4,500 x 2,500 mm (155.5 x 177.2 x 98.4 in), width by depth by height. Machine weight is listed as 8,200 kg + 1,400 kg (18,078 lb + 3,086 lb), and water capacity is 1,400 L (370 gal).
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