Sodick AL600P
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Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
uv axis travel
work tank size
max taper angle
How much does the Sodick AL600P cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a wire edm in this class — not a quote from Sodick. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Sodick AL600P is the mid-size machine of its line, a wire EDM with 23.62 in (600 mm) of X, 15.75 in (400 mm) of Y and 13.78 in (350 mm) of Z. Its defining figure is height: it takes a workpiece up to 31.50 in × 22.44 in × 13.39 in (800 × 570 × 340 mm), which is taller than either the AL400P or the larger AL800P allow, both of which stop at 9.84 in (250 mm) of Z.
That makes the AL600P the choice in this family for thick die blocks, extrusion dies and stacked plates, where the cut height rather than the plate area sets the limit. The rated workpiece weight is 2,205 lb. The table gives that figure in pounds only and does not say whether it holds for flushing or submerged cutting; Sodick's metric table for the AL600G, which shares the same 600 × 400 × 350 mm travels, rates 1,000 kg in both modes but cuts the submerged part height to 280 mm.
Taper capability does not grow with the frame. The U and V axes still move 5.91 in × 5.91 in (150 × 150 mm), with ±25° quoted at a plate thickness of 5.12 in (130 mm). On a 340 mm part, steep tapers through the full height are outside that rating, so tall tapered work needs checking case by case. Wire diameter runs from 0.05 to 0.30 mm (.002 to .012 in) and tension from 3 to 23 N.
The work tank measures 41.34 in × 27.95 in (1050 × 710 mm). The machine occupies 98.23 in × 113.98 in × 92.32 in (2495 × 2895 × 2345 mm), weighs 10,141 lb (4600 kg) and runs on a 3-phase 50/60Hz 13 kVA supply, the same rating as the smaller AL400P.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 23.62 in (600 mm) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 15.75 in (400 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 13.78 in (350 mm) |
| Uv Axis Travel | 5.91 in × 5.91 in (150 × 150 mm) |
| Work Tank Size | 41.34 in × 27.95 in (1050 × 710 mm) |
| Max Taper Angle | ±25°plate thickness：5.12 in (130 mm) |
| Max Workpiece Size | 31.50 in × 22.44 in × 13.39 in (800 × 570 × 340 mm) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 2,205 lb |
| Wire Diameter | .002 in - .012 in (0.05 - 0.30 mm) |
| Wire Tension | 3 - 23 N |
| Floor to Table | 39.17 in (995 mm) |
| Floor Space Required | 98.23 in × 113.98 in × 92.32 in (2495 × 2895 × 2345 mm) |
| Machine Weight | 10,141 lb (4600 kg) |
| Power Supply | 3-phase 50/60Hz 13 kVA |
Specifications sourced from sodick.com — verified 2026-10-03
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 13.78 in (350 mm) of Z and a 13.39 in (340 mm) workpiece height, the tallest in the AL400P, AL600P and AL800P trio
- Workpiece envelope of 31.50 in × 22.44 in (800 × 570 mm) on 23.62 in × 15.75 in (600 × 400 mm) of X/Y travel
- Rated for workpieces up to 2,205 lb
- ±25° taper at a 5.12 in (130 mm) plate thickness with 5.91 in × 5.91 in (150 × 150 mm) of U/V stroke
- Runs on 13 kVA, the same supply rating as the AL400P, despite the larger frame
Limitations
- U/V stroke stays at 5.91 in × 5.91 in (150 × 150 mm), so the taper angle on parts near the 340 mm height limit is limited
- The workpiece weight is stated only as 2,205 lb, with no metric figure and no flushing or submerged distinction
- Footprint of 2495 × 2895 mm and a weight of 10,141 lb (4600 kg) need a planned floor area and foundation
- Overall height is 92.32 in (2345 mm), which matters for doorways and crane hooks during installation
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
For height. The AL600P has 13.78 in (350 mm) of Z and takes a 340 mm tall part. The AL800P covers more area, 31.50 in (800 mm) by 23.62 in (600 mm) of travel, but has only 9.84 in (250 mm) of Z. For thick blocks the AL600P is the one that fits.
02
Up to 31.50 in × 22.44 in × 13.39 in (800 × 570 × 340 mm) and 2,205 lb. The work tank is 41.34 in × 27.95 in (1050 × 710 mm). The cut path itself must fall within the 600 × 400 mm of X/Y travel.
03
The travels match: 600 mm of X, 400 mm of Y and 350 mm of Z, and both weigh 4,600 kg. The AL600G's table splits the workpiece size into flushing, 800 × 570 × 340 mm, and submerged, 800 × 570 × 280 mm, which is a useful guide when you plan to cut submerged on either machine.
04
0.05 to 0.30 mm (.002 to .012 in), with wire tension adjustable from 3 to 23 N. The finest wire suits small corner radii, while the heavier end suits thick sections at the machine's 340 mm height limit.
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