Large Submerged Wire Electrical Discharge Machine

MAKINO MILLING MACHINE CO., LTD.

HEAD OFFICE MAKINO ASIA PTE. LTD.

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*The specifications in this catalog may be changed without prior notice to incorporate improvements resulting from ongoing R&D programs.
*The machines shown in this catalog are fitted with optional equipment.

Printed in Japan N-130Eb 9905/0(JS-M)

A large submerged wire EDM for more efficient machining of large workpieces
As the largest machine in Makino's U-Series, the U86 provides Z-axis travel of 320/500 mm,
making it well suited to the task of machining thick workpieces.
Besides delivering the superb accuracy and high-speed machining that hallmark the
U-Series, the U86 is the world's first large machine to feature a drop-tank design.
This gives it outstanding operating ease and accessibility on par with small machines.
Operator friendliness is combined with versatility for handling diverse machining jobs,
ranging from large press-formed plates to plastic molds involving large angle tapers.

Axis travels X × Y × Z 800 × 600 × 320/500 mm

Axis travels U × V ± 101 mm

Table working area 1220 × 910 mm

Maximum workpiece weight 3000 kg

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 High speed Delivering the world's fastest machining speed Superior accuracy
The optional high-speed machining specification achieves a machining speed of The U86 adopts a fixed table for superior machining accuracy even when the table is
350 mm2/min while providing a surface finish of 15 μmRy in one machining pass. loaded with a heavy workpiece. This construction accommodates workpieces weighing
up to three tons, for best-in-class capacity.
500
High bed rigidity

The highly rigid bed construction ensures that X-axis

Machining speed（mm2/min）

High-speed machining
specification F profile Vertical: um Horizontal: mm Magnification Vertical: ×1000 Horizontal: ×50 straightness is virtually unaffected by heavy table
Material: Steel 20.00 loads.

10.00

Displacement（μm）
0.00 0

-10.00 2000 kg

-20.00

Machine temperature control

0.00 0.20 0.40 0.60 0.80 1.00 1.20 1.40 1.60 1.80 2.00 2.20 -10

Thermal distortion is reduced by keeping the

0 Straightness under heavy table load 800 mm temperature inside the machine at the same level as
the dielectric fluid temperature, which is controlled by
500 the dielectric fluid cooling unit.
Plate thickness（mm）
Thermal distortion vs. temperature
Roundness

 Y-axis distortion
Without temperature control
Superior machine rigidity, machining technology and
control software combine to deliver exceptional
roundness. With temperature control
Machining data
Wire dia.: 0.25 mm
Material: SKD-11
Thickness: 30 mm
Temperature (°
C)

Positioning accuracy

（μm） (with scale feedback)

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Shorter automatic threading time Fast work tank fill/drain times 0

-5 Stroke
Example of roundness Return
Makino's outstanding threading control feature selects The 1,150-liter work tank used with the 500-mm Z-axis (actual measured value) -10
0 40 80 120 160 200 240 280 320 360 400 440 480 520 560 600
an efficient threading procedure to match the hole specification fills with dielectric fluid in approximately （mm）
diameter and workpiece thickness. This function 80 seconds and drains in just 55 seconds. Since the
substantially reduces automatic threading time over work tank height can be adjusted to match the
that of previous machines. workpiece, the operator can clearly see the machining
condition at all times. The work tank moves 500 mm
both up and down at a speed of 3 m/minute (13
seconds).

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Superior operating ease
With Makino's unique drop-tank design, even the large U86 can provide the same
excellent accessibility as a small machine.

Simple setups even for large workpieces

Foot recesses are provided at the bottom of the cast bed on three sides
of the table to allow a comfortable working posture. A space of 160 mm
from the floor is provided at the front of the machine to facilitate the use
of a simple lift for easy workpiece setups.

Simple maintenance

Energizing plate replacement Wire guide cleaning

Lowering the work tank below the
table surface allows easy energizing
plate replacement even with a
workpiece on the table.
Using a pair of L-shaped workpiece fixtures
allows workpieces to be set up within easy reach.
Reduction of total running cost
The U86 achieves a lower running cost by using less wire and consumables such as
Simply open the wire guide and wipe it
clean with a cotton swab. Since the wire
guide is not removed during cleaning, there
is no need to align the wire vertically
afterwards. Cleaning can be completed in
just a few minutes.
Makino's wire guide system
maintains excellent vertical
alignment

Lowering the work tank creates a larger working area filters and energizing plates.

with unobstructed access from three sides simultaneously.

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Versatility for handling diverse machining jobs
Large workpieces are easily accommodated by X-axis travel of 800 mm and Y-axis travel
of 600 mm. In addition to Z-axis travel of 320 mm, a 500-mm specification is also
available for machining thick workpieces. Moreover, an optional set of taper angle
cutting equipment allows the U86 to cut large taper angles in thick workpieces as well.
Thanks to these capabilities, the U86 can handle diverse machining jobs, including
cutting the sliding parts of plastic molds and a wide variety of parts machining jobs. Large angle tapers

Taper angle cutting set (optional)

The use of the dedicated C wire guide and
dedicated wire electrode for cutting taper angles
of ±45°greatly increases the maximum taper
angle than can be executed. (It requires a wire
diameter of at least 0.20 mm relative to a plate 45° 45°

thickness of 70 mm.)
This optional equipment also improves taper
machining accuracy to provide a high-quality
surface finish.

Dedicated 0.2 mm dia. coated wire electrode for Dedicated 0.2 mm dia. coated wire electrode for cutting taper angles
cutting taper angles Plate thickness: 30 mm
Plate thickness: 40 mm, 80 mm Machining passes: 3
Machining passes: 3 Material: SKD-11
Material: S55C Taper angle: 8°
Taper angle: 8° Surface finish: 7μm Ry
Surface finish: 7μm Ry Machining time: 6 hr. 1 min.
Machining time: 40 mm 3 hr. 29 min.
80 mm 7 hr. 53 min.

Optional tape angle cutting equipment

Dedicated C wire guide (1 set) Dedicated coated wire electrode for Anti-splattering cover
cutting taper angles 5-kg reel (1)

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 S t a n d a r d S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
Machine Specifications
Axis travels  X × Y × Z   mm 800 × 600 × 320/500
Axis travels  U × V   mm ± 101
Table working area   mm 1220 × 910
Work tank dimensions    mm 1400 × 987
Maximum workpiece weight kg 3000
Maximum workpiece size Z=320 mm 1220 × 910 × 320
            Z=500 mm 1220 × 910 × 500
Wire electrode diameter mm 0.20、0.25、0.30
Wire feedrate     mm/S 50∼250
Rapid traverse <XY axes> mm/min 3000
。 (kcal/h)
Maximum taper angle ± 15
Positioning accuracy  mm ± 0.002
Repeatability       mm ± 0.0015
Machine size (W × D × L) Z=320 mm 2935 × 3445 × 2600
           Z=500 mm 2935 × 3445 × 2785
Machine weight       kg 8500
Dielectric fluid       L 1850（Z=320）2120（Z=500）
Required floor space (W × D) mm 3650 × 3800
O p t i o n a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
Machine
Automatic tank height setting function
0.1μm scale feedback
Optional Specifications
2-axis feedback (XY) or 4-axis feedback (XYUV)
Special customer-specified colors
Taper angle cutting set
Crossplate
Sliding square jig
Workpiece clamp
Automatic water supply unit *1
Maintenance set
Optional Equipment Standard supplies set
Additional deionizing resin
Cartridge type deionizing resin
Workpiece support
Additional filters
Wire cutting unit
Jig set
E n v i r o n m e n t a n d C o n s t r u c t i o n W o r k f o r M a c h i n e I n s t a l l a t i o n
Machine Standard Specifications
Submerged machining specification
Drop-tank 1. Floor area and foundation work 4. Electrical work
Required installation space (excluding maintenance area) AC 3-phase 200/220 V ±10%
Automatic wire threading unit Power supply specification
50/60 Hz, 0.9 power factor
Width Depth Height
Dielectric fluid cooling unit Total power consumption (kVA) 18
2600 mm（Z=320） Breaker capacity (A) 60
2935 mm 3445 mm
Machine temperature control 2785 mm（Z=500）
For inverter circuit, 50 mA current sensitivity
Circuit breaker
(when not installed in a shielded room)
Large-capacity wire reel loader (20-kg reel) Preparation of a foundation for machine installation is
recommended, because a solid foundation is essential for Power line size (mm2) 14
Wark light maintaining high accuracy.
Allowable vibration: 0.7 m/s2 (0.07 G) maximum Power line terminal size Crimp terminal with M6 screws
Taper machining unit Class C grounding using 14 mm2 ground wire
2. Factory air-conditioning equipment  Recommended grounding
(ground resistance of 10Ω or less)
Pair of L-shaped workpiece fixtures Recommended ambient temperature: 20± 1。
C
5. Provision of compressed air supply
MGW-N3 Machining Generator Heat release rate kw 12.6 0.6 MPa, 100 L/min (equivalent to a 0.75 kW compressor)
(10840) Connection port: 8 mm dia. high coupler (standard equipment)
Item Specification
Circuit type Transistor pulse circuit Operating temperature range: 10-35。
C 6. Provision of water supply
Relative humidity: 75% maximum (with no condensation)
An automatic water supply unit is available as optional equipment
Maximum machining current 30 A (Z=320), 60 A (Z=500) for controlling the fluid volume of the dielectric fluid supply unit
3. Measures against electromagnetic interference automatically. A water supply source will be necessary if the
Current settings 128 levels automatic water supply unit is used.
It is recommended that the machine be installed in a shielded room.
Hose connection port: 17 mm dia. hose coupling
Use of the power supply line filter (optional equipment) is also
Voltage settings 35 levels recommended if there is a possibility that electromagnetic noise from
the power supply line might affect the operation of other equipment.
7. Factory environment
OFF intervals 256 levels The following environment is recommended for maintaining high
machine accuracy at all times:
Automatic voltage regulator Standard ・Isolation of the machine from other equipment that generates dust.
・Avoidance of exposure to direct sunlight and direct discharges
Generator cooling system Standard from an air conditioner.
・Avoidance of partial heating of the machine by a stove or other
LL generator circuit Forced air cooling heater.
Machining current 4.7kVA
a n d E q u i p m e n t *Optional specifications are not retrofittable. F r o n t V i e w a n d F l o o r P l a n
Control System
Booster generator for high-speed machining
Power supply line filter *2
Alarm signal tower
300
Automatic power failure recovery *1
Program Master
Optional Equipment
Portable control panel
3445
PBX type *2 or FPB type
Additional part program storage (3,000 m)
2600
Export transformer
2300
3.5" built-in floppy disk drive
*1 Not available with CE compatible machines
*2 Standard on CE compatible machines
243
2692
2935
*The diagrams are for the 320 mm Z-axis specification.
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