
Therefore, it’s able to cut on a diverse range of materials with different thicknesses, so you don’t have to worry about choosing the wrong wire or having them wear down too quickly. Because the wire EDM machine from FANUC cuts by wrapping wire around the metal part, there’s no need for cables to get larger or thicker since the wire size determines their cutting depth. This particular type of machine uses wire instead of the electrode, so it can cut with greater accuracy and precision because the wire doesn’t wear away quickly as electrodes do.

In contrast, the latter uses an electrical wire that wraps around the metal before shooting electricity through it to burn away even small sections to leave behind a particular pattern.īoth conventional and wire EDMs have their pros and cons, but whether you choose one over another will depend on your specific needs and preferences. The former uses a spark as a cutting mechanism.

Two unique types of EDM machines are those that use conventional electrode-discharge machining (EDM) or wire EDM methods. It can cut, mill, and shape metals with high accuracy and precision.

When it comes to manufacturing metal parts for machinery, particularly heavy-duty machinery, the use of EDM is indispensable.
