Makino U6 Wire EDM
This model was not found in Makino's current lineup when we checked on 2026-10-02 (lineup page). It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.
Key Specifications
x y z travel
max workpiece weight
wire diameter range
max cutting speed
surface finish ra
taper angle
How much does the Makino U6 Wire EDM cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a wire edm in this class — not a quote from Makino. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Makino U6 Wire EDM listed here is a mid-size wire EDM with 600 x 400 x 220 mm of travel and a 1,000 kg workpiece limit. It is not in Makino's current lineup, and its table could not be matched to a Makino source, so the figures below are the listed ones and should be confirmed on the machine itself.
Z is the row to check first. Makino's current machines on the U6 frame, the U6 H.E.A.T. Extreme and the UX6, list 650 x 450 x 420 mm, almost twice the Z height shown here. Either this page describes an earlier U6 generation or its Z figure is wrong. If you are offered one, measure the Z stroke and the tank before committing tall mould plates to it.
The other listed rows are a 0.1 – 0.3 mm wire range, a taper figure of ±30° / 100 mm, a maximum cutting speed of 500 mm²/min, a finish of Ra 0.1 µm and a Makino Hyper-i control. Speed and finish of that kind depend on material, height and wire, so ask for a test cut. With a listed machine weight of ~5,500 kg, plan the foundation and rigging along with the power and dielectric supply.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Y Z Travel | 600 x 400 x 220 mm |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 1,000 kg |
| Wire Diameter Range | 0.1 – 0.3 mm |
| Max Cutting Speed | 500 mm²/min |
| Surface Finish Ra | Ra 0.1 µm |
| Taper Angle | ±30° / 100 mm |
| Control System | Makino Hyper-i |
| Machine Weight | ~5,500 kg |
Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Listed X and Y travel of 600 x 400 mm leaves room for wide die plates
- Listed 1,000 kg workpiece limit suits heavy steel plates within the travel
- Listed ±30° / 100 mm taper figure for die clearance work
Limitations
- Not in Makino's current lineup; the listed figures could not be checked against a Makino source
- Listed Z of 220 mm is well short of the 420 mm the current UX6 offers, which limits tall parts
- Listed machine weight of ~5,500 kg needs a suitable floor and rigging
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Not on the listed figures. This page lists 600 x 400 x 220 mm of travel. The current UX6 lists 650 x 450 x 420 mm (25.6 x 17.7 x 16.5 in) and a 3-Sided 910 x 710 mm table, and the U6 H.E.A.T. Extreme shares those travels. Treat this page as an older machine and confirm which build a seller is offering.
02
The listed figures were not checked against a Makino source, so measure the strokes against the 600 x 400 x 220 mm listed, confirm the control is a Makino Hyper-i, and run a test cut in your own material with the wire size you plan to use from the listed 0.1 – 0.3 mm range.
