Custom Wire EDM Parts & Machining Services

 
Product Overview

 

Wire EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) parts are high-precision components manufactured using continuous-travel brass or coated molybdenum wires to erode conductive materials through thermal sparks. This process handles hardened tool steels, tungsten carbide, exotic superalloys, and graphite without mechanical cutting forces, eliminating distortion on thin-walled or intricate geometries.


Target applications include stamping die inserts, injection mold components, extrusion dies, aerospace fuel nozzle parts, and medical surgical guide components. Core manufacturing capabilities support straight cuts, 4-axis simultaneous taper cutting (up to 45 deg), micro-hole starting, and ultra-fine corner radii down to 0.05 mm.

 
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Technical Specifications

 

Parameter

Specification Range

Material Compatibility

Tungsten Carbide, Hardened Tool Steel (SKD11, D2, H13), Titanium, Inconel, Stainless Steel (304, 316, 17-4PH), Copper, Brass, Graphite

Max Workpiece Size

Up to 800 mm x 600 mm x 400 mm

Machining Tolerance

+/-0.002 mm (Standard), +/-0.001 mm (Precision finishing passes)

Positioning Accuracy

+/-0.001 mm

Surface Roughness (Ra)

Ra 0.1 um to 0.8 um (Multiple trim passes applied)

Max Cutting Taper

+/-45 deg (100 mm thickness)

Min Internal Corner Radius

Down to R 0.05 mm (using 0.05 mm to 0.10 mm wire diameters)

Equipment & Process

CNC 4-Axis Wire EDM Machines (Sodick / Makino), multi-pass cutting, submerged flushing

 

Key Features
 

Sub-Micron Dimensional Accuracy:

Achieves tight linear tolerances down to +/-0.001 mm via closed-loop linear glass scales and automated tension control.

Sharp Internal Corners:

Delivers internal radii significantly tighter than traditional milling tools, enabling precise mating profiles for progressive stamping dies.

Zero Cutting Force Processing:

Generates no physical cutting stress, preventing deformation on thin-walled profiles, fragile fins, and slender ribs.

Hardened Material Machining:

Directly profiles materials after heat treatment (up to HRC 65+), neutralizing post-hardening thermal distortion.

Controlled Surface Integrity:

Minimizes recast layer depth and micro-cracking through optimized pulse energy settings and multi-stage spark trimming.

Flexible Production Scale:

Scales efficiently from single-piece prototype tooling inserts to production batches of thousands of identical components.

 

Applications

Automotive:

Progressive stamping die inserts, punch pins, extrusion dies, and high-precision transmission valve components.


Medical:

Surgical cutting guides, titanium orthopedic implant fixtures, and micro-fluidic mold cores.

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Aerospace:

Turbine blade cooling slot components, fuel metering valve plates, and high-temperature alloy structural brackets.

Automation:

Custom positioning pins, indexing cams, gripper jaws, and tungsten carbide wear plates.

Electronics:

Connectors, lead-frame stamping dies, precision housing cavities, and semiconductor testing fixture parts.

Industrial Equipment:

Gear shaping cutters, spline gauges, extrusion nozzles, and modular fixture components.

 

Materials & Surface Finishes

 

Material Options

Tool Steels: SKD11, D2, A2, H13, CPM-10V, M2 (Hardened up to 65 HRC)
Carbides: Tungsten Carbide (Cemented Carbide / WC-Co)
Superalloys: Inconel 718, Monel, Hastelloy, Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V)
Stainless Steels: SUS 304, 316, 420F, 17-4PH
Non-Ferrous & Others: Pure Copper, Brass, Aluminum (6061, 7075), Graphite

Surface Finishes & Post-Processing

As-Cut EDM Surface: Standard matte texture with directional spark erosion traces (Ra 0.4 - 0.8 um).
Multi-Trim Finish: Reduced micro-irregularities through 3 to 5 secondary trimming passes, achieving down to Ra 0.1 um.
Deburring & Edge Blending: Manual or chemical micro-deburring to remove sharp microscopic burrs on exit edges.
Optional Sub-Treatments: Available outsourced passivation, heat treatment, and PVD coating (TiN, TiAlN) per engineering drawing specifications.

 
Customization & OEM

 

Drawing & CAD File Formats:

Accepts STEP, IGES, Parasolid, DXF, DWG, and PDF formats with complete GD&T callouts.

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Custom Dimensions:

Built entirely to customer specifications; no standard off-the-shelf catalog parts.

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Tolerance Control:

Capable of meeting specific fit, form, and function callouts including datum references, true position, and cylindrical tolerances.

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Material Traceability:

Material test reports (MTR / Mill Certificates) supplied upon request for raw alloys and tool steels.

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Volume Flexibility:

Rapid prototyping turnaround for design validation, scaling directly to scheduled production batch releases.

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Quality Control

Dimensional Inspection: Zeiss/Hexagon CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) and Keyence optical image dimensions measurement systems.


Linear & Form Verification: High-precision micrometers, dial test indicators, pin gauges, and thread gauges.


Surface Roughness Verification: Portable stylus profilometers measuring Ra, Rz, and Rmax parameters.


Material Verification: PMI (Positive Material Identification) spectrometer for alloy composition validation.


Final Inspection: 100% dimensional check on critical functional dimensions prior to export packaging, backed by full inspection reports (FAI / PPAP Level 3 available).

 

Packaging & Delivery
 
 
 

Protective Packaging:

Individual vacuum-sealed anti-rust VCI bags, high-density foam cushioning, and custom rigid cardboard boxes.

 
 

Batch Identification:

Laser-etched part numbers, lot codes, and barcode labeling on individual inner packaging.

 
 

Export Packaging:

Fumigation-free wooden crates or reinforced export cartons compliant with ISPM 15 standards.

 
 

Lead Time:

5 to 10 business days for standard prototypes and small batches; scheduled delivery windows established for recurring production orders.

 

 

 

FAQ

 

 

Q: What is your Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)?

A: No strict MOQ. Orders are accepted starting from 1-piece prototypes up to mass production volumes.

Q: What is the tightest tolerance you can consistently hold?

A: Linear tolerances can be maintained down to +/-0.001 mm under temperature-controlled workshop conditions, depending on material geometry and thickness.

Q: What file formats are required for quoting?

A: 3D CAD models (STEP/IGES) combined with a 2D engineering drawing (PDF) specifying GD&T tolerances, service finish requirements, and material grades.

Q: Can you machine pre-hardened materials?

A: Yes. Wire EDM processes materials in their hardened state (up to HRC 65+), eliminating dimensional distortion caused by post-machining heat treatment.

Q: What is the standard lead time?

A: Prototypes typically ship within 5-10 business days. Production lead times are confirmed upon order review based on quantity and complexity.

Q: Do you provide inspection reports with shipments?

A: Yes. Standard dimensional inspection sheets accompany every shipment. Full First Article Inspection (FAI) reports or PPAP documentation are available upon request.

 

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Request a Quote

To receive a formal quotation, please send your project data to our engineering team:
Part Drawing / 3D CAD File: (STEP, IGES, PDF with GD&T)
Material Specification: (Grade, hardness state)
Required Quantity: (Per batch and annual forecast)
Tolerance & Surface Requirements: (Critical dimensions and max Ra value)
Target Delivery Date:

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