Makino EDNC-6

Est. $200,000 - $280,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · makino.com Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

X Travel

650 mm (25.6 in)

Y Travel

450 mm (17.7 in)

Z Travel

350 mm (500 mm) (13.8 in (19.7 in))

Tool Capacity

16, 32

Table Size

800 x 550 mm (31.5 in x 21.7 in)

Rapid Traverse

5,000 mm/min (197 ipm)

How much does the Makino EDNC-6 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$200,000 - $280,000

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 EDNC-6 is the smallest of the current EDNC sinker EDMs, with 650 x 450 mm (25.6 x 17.7 in) of X and Y travel, 350 mm (13.8 in) of Z with 500 mm (19.7 in) in brackets, and an 800 x 550 mm (31.5 in x 21.7 in) table rated for 1,500 kg (3,307 lb). Makino describes it as performing like its EDAF-Series with larger strokes and a larger work tank.

Two tank versions are offered, and the choice decides how big a part fits. The standard machine has a three-sided programmable rise-and-fall tank that drops below table level and takes workpieces up to 39” x 29” (1,000mm x 750mm). The wide-tank version takes parts up to 55” x 35” (1,400mm x 900mm) and opens with a programmable rise-and-fall front door instead. The tank row in the table, 1,100 x 750 x 450 mm (43.3 in x 29.5 in x 17.7 in), is consistent with the standard version.

The generator row reads 60A ~ 240A, a range rather than one figure, so the quotation should name the current fitted. Electrodes can weigh up to 100 kg (220 lb) and rapid traverse is 5,000 mm/min (197 ipm). The Hyper-i control runs Makino's HyperCut and SuperSpark IV technologies and carries on-board digital manuals, E-Tech Doctor help functions and an e-learning training system.

Makino lists the integrated ATC as available rather than standard. It sits outside the work tank, so the full stroke and tank stay usable, and the table gives 16 or 32 tools. The description also covers the HS-Rib Z-axis configuration for small electrode details such as tooling ribs: jump motions up to 20 m/min at 1.5G with a core-cooled ball screw, and machining times cut by up to 60 percent. Confirm whether a given machine has it.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Table Size	800 x 550 mm (31.5 in x 21.7 in)
X-Axis Travel	650 mm (25.6 in)
Y-Axis Travel	450 mm (17.7 in)
Z-Axis Travel	350 mm (500 mm) (13.8 in (19.7 in))
Rapid Traverse Rate	5,000 mm/min (197 ipm)
Max Workpiece Weight	1,500 kg (3,307 lb)
Tool Capacity	16, 32
Work Tank Size	1,100 x 750 x 450 mm (43.3 in x 29.5 in x 17.7 in)
Max Electrode Weight	100 kg (220 lb)
Max Machining Current	60A ~ 240A

Specifications sourced from makino.com — verified 2026-10-02

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

1,500 kg (3,307 lb) workpiece rating on an 800 x 550 mm (31.5 in x 21.7 in) table
Wide-tank version takes parts up to 55” x 35” (1,400mm x 900mm)
External ATC with 16 or 32 tools leaves the full stroke and work tank free
HS-Rib Z-axis jumps at up to 20 m/min with 1.5G acceleration, for rib electrodes
Stationary worktable and dielectric reservoir in the base casting for thermal stability

Limitations

The standard tank version limits parts to 39” x 29” (1,000mm x 750mm)
The ATC is an available option, not standard
Generator current is listed only as a 60A ~ 240A range; the fitted generator must be specified
Z is 350 mm (13.8 in) with 500 mm (19.7 in) in brackets and no note on what the larger stroke requires

Best For

Mold cavities in parts up to 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) Rib-heavy die and mold electrodes with the HS-Rib Z-axis Shops moving up from a small sinker to 650 x 450 mm (25.6 x 17.7 in) of X and Y Larger flat parts up to 1,400mm x 900mm in the wide-tank version

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the standard and wide-tank EDNC-6?

The standard EDNC-6 uses a three-sided programmable rise-and-fall tank that positions below table level and takes workpieces up to 39” x 29” (1,000mm x 750mm). The wide-tank version takes parts up to 55” x 35” (1,400mm x 900mm) and uses a programmable rise-and-fall front door.

02 How does the EDNC-6 compare with the EDNC-8?

The EDNC-8 has 800 mm (31.5 in) of X, 500 mm (19.7 in) of Y and 400 mm (15.8 in) of Z with 500 mm (19.7 in) in brackets, over a 1,100 x 700 mm (43.3 in x 27.6 in) table. The EDNC-6 has 650 x 450 mm (25.6 x 17.7 in) of X and Y over an 800 x 550 mm (31.5 in x 21.7 in) table. Both list 16 or 32 tools and a 100 kg (220 lb) electrode limit.

03 What does the HS-Rib Z-axis do on the EDNC-6?

It speeds up machining of small electrode details such as tooling ribs. It sustains jump motions of up to 20 m/min with 1.5G acceleration and has an integrated core-cooled ball screw. Makino says it can reduce machining times by up to 60 percent.

04 Does the EDNC-6 come with a tool changer?

Makino lists the integrated ATC as available, not standard. It sits outside the work tank, so it takes no stroke or tank space, and the table lists 16 or 32 tools.