Sodick Inc. is releasing the new AQ1200L Linear Motor Driven Wire EDM. The AQ1200L is Sodick's largest Wire EDM and features our linear motor system. "This system employs a direct-drive, frictionless, vibration-free mechanism that features unrivaled acceleration and positioning accuracy with no backlash," said Yuji Akutsu, Executive Vice-President of Engineering. The AQ1200L features glass scale feedback that provides true machine positioning at all times. The scales are mounted on the moving axes; this enables them to consistently measure machine accuracy. Glass scale feedback coupled with linear drive motors guarantees machining accuracy. The environmentally friendly recycle circuit saves on energy cost by recycling unused discharge pulses that were not originally used in the discharge process. The electrolysis-free circuit eliminates oxidation and improves part straightness. The AQ1200L is suitable for larger parts in industries; such as, automotive, aerospace and energy. The AQ1200L is also ideal for larger mold applications. The AQ1200L features a 63.0" x 47.2" x 15.7" X, Y, Z stroke and has a maximum workpiece weight of 8,818.5 lbs.