Makino EDAF3 Sinker EDM

Est. $120,000 - $180,000 Specs verified 2026-09-24 · makino.com Updated 2026-10-02

Key Specifications

X Travel

450 mm (17.7 in)

Y Travel

351 mm (13.8 in)

Z Travel

351 mm (13.8 in)

Table Size

700×500 (27.5 in x 19.7 in)

Weight

5,400 kg (11,900 lb)

Rapid Traverse

5,000 mm/min (197 ipm)

How much does the Makino EDAF3 Sinker EDM cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$120,000 - $180,000

Our best estimate for a sinker edm (ram edm) in this class — not a quote from Makino. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Makino EDAF3 is the larger of the two EDAF sinker EDMs, with 450 mm (17.7 in) of X and 351 mm (13.8 in) of both Y and Z over a 700 x 500 mm (27.5 in x 19.7 in) table. It carries workpieces up to 800 kg (1,764 lb) in an 850 x 650 x 400 mm (33.46 in x 25.6 in x 15.75 in) work tank, and electrodes up to 165 lbs.

The obvious comparison is the EDAF2, which has 350 mm (13.78 in) of X and 250 mm (9.8 in) of Y and Z on a 550 × 350 mm (21.65 in x 13.78 in) table, so the EDAF3 is larger on every axis and also has the deeper tank. The extra Z is what lets a deep cavity and a long electrode fit at the same time, and the 400 mm tank depth covers taller mould plates.

The generator is an MGH6 rated at 40A peak, the figure that sets how fast large electrodes can rough out a cavity. Rapid traverse is 5,000 mm/min (197 ipm). A 16 position ATC is listed, along with an MA head with C-axis rotation to 1,000 RPM; the table does not say whether the MA head is standard or optional on this model, so confirm it in the quotation. The control is Makino's Hyper-i touchscreen.

The dielectric system holds 450 liters (119 gal) of fluid. Plan the installation around a footprint of 1,500 x 2,610 x 2,600 mm (59.1 x 102.8 x 102.4 in) and a machine weight of 5,400 kg (11,900 lb). The 2,600 mm height in particular needs checking against crane hooks and ceiling clearance.

The EDGE3i, with the same 450 mm (17.7 in) of X but 300 mm (11.8 in) of Y, 320 mm (12.6 in) of Z and a 600 x 450 mm (23.6 in x 17.7 in) table, is the alternative when the EDAF3's envelope is more than the work needs.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	450 mm (17.7 in)
Y-Axis Travel	351 mm (13.8 in)
Z-Axis Travel	351 mm (13.8 in)
Table Size	700×500 (27.5 in x 19.7 in)
Max Workpiece Weight	800 kg (1,764 lb)
Max Electrode Weight	165 lbs
Dielectric Fluid Volume	450 liters (119 gal)
NC Power Supply	MGH6 (40A peak)
Rapid Traverse Rate	5,000 mm/min (197 ipm)
ATC Capacity	16 positions
C Axis Speed	1,000 RPM (MA Head)
Machine Dimensions	1,500 x 2,610 x 2,600 mm (59.1 x 102.8 x 102.4 in)
Machine Weight	5,400 kg (11,900 lb)
CNC Control	Makino Hyper-i (touchscreen)
Maximum Workpiece Weight	1,760 lbs
Work Tank Size	850×650×400 (33.46 in x 25.6 in x 15.75 in)

Specifications sourced from makino.com — verified 2026-09-24

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Workpieces up to 800 kg (1,764 lb) on a 700 x 500 mm (27.5 in x 19.7 in) table
850 x 650 x 400 mm (33.46 in x 25.6 in x 15.75 in) work tank for tall mould plates
MGH6 generator rated at 40A peak
16 position ATC and a 1,000 RPM MA head listed
450 mm (17.7 in) of X and 351 mm (13.8 in) of Y and Z, against 350 mm and 250 mm on the EDAF2

Limitations

Machine weight of 5,400 kg (11,900 lb) and a height of 2,600 mm need planning before installation
Needs a floor area of 1,500 x 2,610 mm (59.1 x 102.8 in) before access space is added
450 liters (119 gal) of dielectric to fill, filter and maintain
Makino's table does not say whether the MA head is standard or optional

Best For

Large mould and die cavities on parts up to 800 kg (1,764 lb) Deep cavities that need 351 mm (13.8 in) of Z and a 400 mm deep tank Heavy electrodes up to 165 lbs Unattended multi-electrode work with the 16 position ATC

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the EDAF3 compare with the EDAF2?

The EDAF3 has 450 mm (17.7 in) of X and 351 mm (13.8 in) of Y and Z on a 700 x 500 mm (27.5 in x 19.7 in) table. The EDAF2 has 350 mm (13.78 in) of X and 250 mm (9.8 in) of Y and Z on a 550 × 350 mm (21.65 in x 13.78 in) table. The EDAF3 takes workpieces up to 800 kg (1,764 lb) in an 850 x 650 x 400 mm (33.46 in x 25.6 in x 15.75 in) tank.

02 What generator does the EDAF3 use?

The NC power supply is an MGH6 rated at 40A peak. The control is Makino's Hyper-i touchscreen, and rapid traverse is 5,000 mm/min (197 ipm). A 16 position ATC and an MA head with C-axis rotation to 1,000 RPM are listed.

03 How much space does the EDAF3 need?

The machine measures 1,500 x 2,610 x 2,600 mm (59.1 x 102.8 x 102.4 in) and weighs 5,400 kg (11,900 lb). The dielectric system holds 450 liters (119 gal). Check door widths, floor loading and overhead clearance for the 2,600 mm height.

04 How big is the work tank on the EDAF3?

The work tank is 850 x 650 x 400 mm (33.46 in x 25.6 in x 15.75 in) over a 700 x 500 mm (27.5 in x 19.7 in) table. Workpieces can weigh up to 800 kg (1,764 lb) and electrodes up to 165 lbs.