Sodick UX450L
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Spindle Taper
Table Size
Rapid Traverse
Overview
The Sodick UX450L is a high-precision linear motor-driven machine from Sodick’s UX series, featuring 450 x 350 x 200 mm (17.7 x 13.8 x 7.9 in) X/Y/Z travel. Built on Sodick’s signature linear motor drive architecture, the UX450L eliminates ballscrew backlash for sub-micron positioning accuracy that is maintained over the machine’s entire service life without periodic mechanical adjustment.
The UX450L is equipped with Sodick’s advanced LN4X CNC control featuring a 19-inch touchscreen interface for intuitive operation and program management. The machine’s rigid gantry structure combined with linear motor drives on all axes achieves rapid traverse rates of 36 m/min (1,417 IPM) and maximum acceleration of 1G, significantly reducing non-cutting positioning time. Linear scale feedback with 0.03 micrometer resolution provides the closed-loop positioning accuracy essential for micro-precision applications.
The table measures 600 x 400 mm (23.6 x 15.7 in) with a maximum workpiece weight of 100 kg (220 lb). The machine’s high-speed spindle operates at 6,000-40,000 RPM standard with an optional 60,000 RPM configuration, using HSK-E32 toolholders for high-precision micro-machining. The 20-position automatic tool changer (45-position optional) supports unattended operation for complex multi-tool programs.
The UX450L weighs approximately 7,000 kg (15,432 lb) and is designed for precision mold and die applications including micro-mold inserts, optical lens tooling, medical device mold components, and electronic connector tooling. Sodick’s ceramic-based construction components contribute to thermal stability, while the linear motor drives provide maintenance-free operation with no mechanical wear on the drive system. New machines price between $300,000 and $450,000.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 350 mm (13.8 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Table Size | 600 x 400 mm (23.6 x 15.7 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 100 kg (220 lb) |
| Spindle Speed | 6,000 - 40,000 RPM (60,000 RPM optional) |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-E32 (HSK-E25 optional) |
| Max Tool Diameter | 6 mm (0.236 in) |
| Tool Changer | 20 positions (45-position optional) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 36 m/min (1,417 IPM) |
| Max Acceleration | 1G |
| Linear Scale Resolution | 0.03 µm |
| Drive System | Linear motors (all axes) |
| CNC Control | Sodick LN4X CNC with 19-inch touchscreen |
| Machine Weight | 7,000 kg (15,432 lb) |
| Axis Stroke Xyz | 450 x 350 x 200 |
| Max Workpiece Weightkg | 100 |
| Spindle Rotational Speedmin 1 | 1500～60000 |
| Unit Weightkg | 7000 |
| Total Power Inputkva | 25 |
| Machine Tool Dimensions W X D X H | 1975 x 3386 x 2172 |
Specifications sourced from sodick.co.jp — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Linear motor drives on all axes eliminate backlash and mechanical wear, maintaining sub-micron positioning accuracy over the entire machine service life
- 40,000 RPM standard spindle speed with optional 60,000 RPM enables micro-machining of mold features at cutting speeds required for carbide and hardened steel
- 1G maximum acceleration and 36 m/min rapid traverse dramatically reduce non-cutting time on complex multi-feature mold and die programs
- 0.03 micrometer linear scale resolution provides the feedback accuracy needed for optical-grade mold surface quality
- Ceramic-based construction components provide thermal stability critical for maintaining accuracy during extended unattended machining cycles
- 20-position ATC (45 optional) supports complex unattended programs for micro-mold production with multiple tool types and sizes
Limitations
- 6 mm maximum tool diameter limits the UX450L to micro and small-feature machining, not suitable for conventional milling applications
- HSK-E32 tooling system is specialized and more expensive than standard CAT or BT tooling, with fewer off-the-shelf options available
- 7,000 kg machine weight and substantial installation requirements including climate-controlled environment add to total cost of ownership
- Higher acquisition cost than conventional high-speed machining centers reflects the premium for linear motor technology and micro-precision capability
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New Sodick UX450L machines typically price between $300,000 and $450,000 depending on spindle speed option (40,000 vs 60,000 RPM), tool changer size (20 vs 45 positions), and accessories. Installation including climate control, compressed air, and foundation preparation can add $30,000-$50,000 to total cost.
02
Linear motors have no mechanical contact between moving and fixed components, eliminating backlash, friction-induced positioning error, and mechanical wear. This means the UX450L maintains its original sub-micron accuracy indefinitely without periodic ballscrew compensation or replacement. For micro-machining where feature tolerances are measured in single-digit micrometers, this positioning consistency is essential.
03
The UX450L machines hardened tool steel (up to 65 HRC), carbide, copper alloys, graphite, and engineering plastics. The high spindle speeds and small tool diameters are optimized for these mold and die materials. The machine is not intended for heavy roughing in soft metals or large-volume material removal.
04
The UX450L sits in the mid-range of the Sodick high-speed milling lineup. Smaller models like the UX300L offer reduced travel for the most compact micro-mold work, while the UX600L extends the envelope for larger mold plates. All share the linear motor drive architecture and LN4X control platform.
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