Sodick Sodick VN400Q
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
u axis
v axis
max taper angle
Overview
The Sodick VN400Q is a compact linear motor wire EDM from the VN series with 400 x 300 x 230 mm (15.75 x 11.81 x 9.06 in) X/Y/Z travel and Heart-NC programming system. The most streamlined platform, designed for shops needing reliable linear motor accuracy in a simple, easy-to-operate package.
Linear motor drive with linear scale provides contactless, zero-backlash positioning with no screw drive system. Maintenance-free operation.
860 x 740 mm work tank, workpieces up to 830 x 700 x 225 mm, 500 kg capacity. 90 x 90 mm U/V, +/-15 degree taper at 120 mm. Wire 0.10-0.30 mm.
At 2,920 kg and 2,070 x 2,920 mm footprint. 11.5 kVA power. Pricing typically $70,000-$105,000 — the most affordable new Sodick linear motor wire EDM.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.75 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 300 mm (11.81 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 230 mm (9.06 in) |
| U Axis | +/-45 mm (+/-1.77 in) |
| V Axis | +/-45 mm (+/-1.77 in) |
| Max Taper Angle | ±15° (plate thickness：120mm) |
| Max Workpiece Size Flushing | 830 x 700 x 225 mm (32.7 x 27.6 x 8.86 in) |
| Max Workpiece Size Submerged | 830 x 700 x 215 mm (32.7 x 27.6 x 8.46 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 500 kg (1,102 lb) |
| Work Tank Dimensions | 860 x 740 mm (33.9 x 29.1 in) |
| Wire Diameter Range | 0.10 - 0.30 mm (0.004 - 0.012 in) |
| Wire Tension | 3 ～ 23 |
| Max Wire Feed Rate | 420 mm/sec |
| Drive System | Linear motor with linear scale (no screw drive) |
| CNC Control | Heart-NC programming system |
| Power Input | 3-phase 50/60 Hz, 11.5 kVA |
| Machine Dimensions | 2,070 x 2,920 x 2,135 mm (81.5 x 114.9 x 84.1 in) |
| Machine Weight | 2,920 kg (6,437 lb) |
| Work Tank Inner Dimensions W X D | 860 x 740 |
| Axis Stroke Xyz | 400 x 300 x 230 |
| U X V Axis Travel | 90 x 90 |
| Max Workpiece Dimensionsduring Flushing Machiningw X D X H | 830 x 700 x 225 |
| Max Workpiece Dimensionsduring Submerged Machiningw X D X H | 830 x 700 x 215 |
| Max Weight Of Workpieceduring Flushing Machiningkg | 500 |
| Max Weight Of Workpieceduring Submerged Machiningkg | 500 |
| Wire Electrode Diameter | φ0.1 ～ φ0.3 |
| Maximum Wire Feed Rate | 420 |
| Distance From Floor Surface To Upper Surface Of Table | 970 |
| Machine Tool Dimensions W X D X H | 2070 x 2920 x 2135 (Standard)*1 |
| Machine Installation Dimensions W X D | 2750 x 3785 (Standard)*2 |
| Total Unit Weightkg | 2920*3 |
| Total Power Input | 3-phase 50/60 Hz 11.5 kVA |
Specifications sourced from sodick.co.jp — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Most affordable new Sodick linear motor wire EDM
- Heart-NC intuitive programming reduces training time
- No screw drive for truly maintenance-free positioning
- Compact 2,070x2,920 mm footprint and lightweight 2,920 kg
- Lower 11.5 kVA power requirement
- 830x700 mm workpiece envelope exceeds cutting travel
Limitations
- Z-axis 230 mm is 20 mm less than ALN400Q
- U/V 90x90 mm and +/-15 degree taper is more restrictive than AL/ALN +/-25 degrees
- Wire minimum 0.10 mm
- Heart-NC simpler than advanced AL/ALN controls
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Simplified programming with guided wizards and intuitive condition selection. Reduces training time.
02
ALN400Q has 250 mm Z, 150x150 U/V, +/-25 deg taper, AIM/TH COM. VN400Q is lighter (2,920 vs 3,100 kg), uses less power (11.5 vs 13 kVA), and costs less.
03
+/-15 degrees may not cover steeper profiles. Consider ALN or AL series for steeper tapers.
04
Yes. Linear motor reliability plus AWT for unattended operation.
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