Sodick spindle and motor spindle repair
Brochexpress is an independent workshop specialising in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of Sodick motor spindles — a Japanese manufacturer recognised for its high-speed machining centres with linear motors, complementing its historic electrical-discharge machining activity, intended for precision mould-making.
Sodick, Japanese pioneer of high-speed machining with linear motors
TLDR: Sodick (founded in 1976, Japan) is a manufacturer recognised for its electrical-discharge machining (EDM) machines and its high-speed machining centres with screwless drive (linear motors), a technology introduced as early as 1998 and today installed on several tens of thousands of machines worldwide.
Founded in 1976, Sodick first became known for its die-sinking and wire EDM machines, before extending its linear-motor expertise to high-speed machining centres dedicated to precision mould-making. Introduced in 1998 on die-sinking machines, the screwless drive technology (linear motor combined with a linear scale) maintains high speed and response performance almost permanently, without the mechanical wear associated with conventional ball-screw transmissions. This approach, combined with a very rigid construction, was then carried over to the manufacturer's high-speed machining centre range, intended for the machining of high-precision moulds and electrodes, as a direct complement to its EDM activity.
A range of high-speed motor spindles for precision mould machining
TLDR: Sodick high-speed machining centres integrate direct-drive motor spindles capable of reaching high rotation speeds (in the region of 40,000 rpm on HSC configurations), combined with linear motors on the axes for optimised dynamics and precision.
Sodick high-speed machining centres are fitted with built-in motor spindles, sized for the high-speed machining of moulds, electrodes and precision parts in hardened steels, aluminium or copper. These motor spindles, combined with the linear motors fitted to the machine's axes, make it possible to fully exploit the machine's dynamics without the mechanical limitations of a conventional ball-screw drive. The rigid construction and headstock precision sought by the manufacturer, inherited from its expertise in super-precision EDM, are found in the design of these spindles, engineered to maintain their concentricity precision over time.
Sodick spindles and motor spindles covered (non-exhaustive list)
- Motor spindles for high-speed machining centres with linear motors
- Motor spindles dedicated to the machining of precision moulds and electrodes
- Direct-drive spindles for high-quality finishing (hardened steels, aluminium, copper)
- Fast CNC EDM drilling heads (micron-feed spindle)
Interfaces and specifications
The Sodick motor spindles we repair have rotation speeds typically in the region of 40,000 rpm on high-speed machining centres with linear motors, with interfaces varying depending on the model — to be confirmed on quotation according to the exact reference of your machine.
Our expertise on your Sodick motor spindles
Brochexpress works across the entire life cycle of your Sodick motor spindles, with the same rigour as on the other brands in our portfolio.
On-site customer service
- Diagnostics and service directly on your machine, in your production workshop, to limit downtime on very high-added-value equipment
Full diagnostics
- Inspection of clearances, balancing, bearing condition, sealing and the cooling system specific to high-speed motor spindles, with a detailed technical report
Preventive and corrective maintenance
- A servicing programme tailored to the precision requirements specific to the machining of moulds and electrodes, as well as corrective work in the event of a breakdown
Overhaul and refurbishment
- Grinding, bearing replacement, reworking of the sealing and workshop rotation testing, restoring the manufacturer's original tolerances
Why choose Brochexpress for your Sodick motor spindles
No capital ties with manufacturers, guaranteeing an objective diagnosis
High-speed direct-drive motor spindles
Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland)
From the first intervention through to return to production
Lead times and warranty
- On-site service within 48h
- Workshop repair: around 20 working days depending on parts availability
- 12-month warranty on all our repairs
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair the motor spindles of high-speed machining centres with linear motors?
Yes, we work on these motor spindles, taking into account the precision and dynamic requirements specific to these machines.
Do you work on spindles dedicated to the machining of moulds and electrodes?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, taking care to preserve the concentricity precision required for this type of application.
What is the average lead time for a full overhaul?
Allow around 20 working days in the workshop, depending on the condition of the spindle and the availability of parts (bearings, seals, specific components).
Can a repair affect the precision guaranteed by Sodick on its motor spindles?
Our overhaul process aims to restore the manufacturer's original tolerances, with particular care given to balancing and bearing clearances.
Do you offer a preventive maintenance contract for a fleet of Sodick machines?
Yes, we set up preventive maintenance programmes tailored to the criticality of this equipment, particularly relevant for precision mould-making workshops.
A reliable partner for your industrial performance
Whether it is an emergency on-site intervention, a full workshop overhaul or a preventive maintenance programme, Brochexpress brings its expertise to your production. As an independent workshop, we work across the entire Sodick range — motor spindles for high-speed machining centres — with the responsiveness and rigour demanded by the most exacting industrial environments: precision mould-making and tooling.
Our teams are at your disposal from our sites in Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland) for a study of your needs, a diagnosis or a personalised quotation.
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Sodick® is a registered trademark of Sodick Co., Ltd. Brochexpress is neither affiliated with, nor a partner of, nor an authorised distributor of Sodick Co., Ltd. Our business covers independent repair and maintenance of industrial equipment, permitted under the principle of referential trademark use (EU Trademark Directive 2015/2436 / French Intellectual Property Code, art. L.713-6).