Wire EDM

Wire Electric Discharge Machining (EDM) is a manufacturing process in which a desired shape is achieved by using a thin, metal wire in conjunction with deionized water to cut through metal. It's a process developed some seventy years ago that has allowed increasingly refined production of parts requiring precision finishes, edges, and tolerances. Wire EDM (also known as spark EDM, wire-cut EDM, and wire cutting) is typically used to cut thick, hard metal plates and to make punches, tools, and dies that would be difficult to machine through other methods.

At Byars Machine Company, we utilize the following equipment:

• seven Fanuc Wire EDM machines
• a Drill Mate electrode hole drill
• wire sizes ranging from 0.004 to 0.012

and these capabilities:

• we can cut most metals
• routine tolerances of +/- .0001"
• wire diameters range from .004" to .012"
• accurate tapers of up to 30 degrees
• maximum cutting size of 10" x 16" x 10"
• maximum workpiece size of 24" x 36" x 10"
• wire electrical discharge machining
• EDM hole popping
• EDM hole drilling
• small hole drilling

Our skilled technicians can achieve the precision tolerance, finish accuracy, and surface integrity you need in a swift, expedient manner. If you have a project that calls for wire EDM, we encourage you to contact us and let us put our expertise to work on your behalf.