# Makino BX3

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The Makino BX3 is an EDM hole drilling machine for high-volume production of cooling film holes in turbine blade and vane components. It uses an ES200A generator, submerged operation with a programmable rise-and-fall work tank, a 24-station automatic tool changer, and a Hyper-i control. The machine has X, Y, and Z travels plus a two-axis rotary table.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | cnc edm |
| Travel X | 370 mm |
| Travel Y | 270 mm |
| Travel Z | 750 mm |
| Rapid traverse | 10 m/min |
| Tool capacity | 24 |
| Table load | 20 kg |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [Makino](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/makino.md)

## Safety

- Full CE enclosure is standard for added safety.
- Maximum workpiece size is 300 mm diameter x 300 mm.

## Study notes

- The BX3 is similar to the EDBV3 model but is specialized for higher production volumes of small aero-engine details.
- The ES200A generator provides up to 100 Peak Amps and can detect breakthrough within 1 second.
- Fully submerged operation uses a programmable rise-and-fall work tank.
- The two-axis rotary table has an A-axis range of 360° and a B-axis range of -140° to +140°.
- The rotary table positioning rate is 10 rpm.
- The 24-station ATC accepts supported electrodes up to 700 mm long.
- Electrode tool holders allow ATC exchanges without moving or draining the work tank.
- A 10 MPa (1450 psi) diaphragm high-pressure pump is included, with integrated water filtration and de-ionization systems.
- The Hyper-i control has a 24-inch class HD touch screen.
- HyperConnect provides IIoT network connectivity for remote machine monitoring and interconnection of manufacturing information.
- Tank size is 800 mm x 740 mm.
- Maintenance access is centralized at the rear of the machine to reduce floor space for multiple installations.

## Sources

1. [EDM Hole Drilling](https://www.makino.com/en-us/machine-technology/machines/edm-hole-drilling/bx3) (accessed 2026-10-25)

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