WIRE EDM

SILMEC Srl: Wire EDM for the Production of Steel and Special Alloy Components for the Power Generation, Aerospace, Medical, and Transportation Industries

Wire EDM, a variation of Sinker EDM, uses an extremely thin brass or copper wire to cut or drill with high precision by removing material through electrical discharges—without direct contact with the workpiece. This technology is ideal for machining complex parts and achieving high-quality surface finishes.

Our Capabilities

SILMEC is equipped with CNC wire EDM machines capable of operating with 5-axis movement and continuous wire feeding systems. We work in compliance with international quality standards, ensuring reliable and safe products.

Advantages of Wire EDM

The exceptional precision of this process, allowing for micron-level tolerances and extremely low surface roughness without additional finishing, offers numerous advantages across various industries:

  • High Precision: Maintains extremely tight tolerances on intricate cuts.
  • Superior Surface Quality: Excellent finishes reduce the need for further processing.
  • Hard & Special Materials: Not affected by material hardness, allowing machining of hardened metals and special alloys.
  • Reliability: Exceptionally precise hole drilling, even with diameters as small as 0.1-0.2 mm and significant depths.
  • No Deformation: Since there is no physical contact between the wire and the workpiece, mechanical deformations and material stress are eliminated, minimizing metallurgical alterations—even on thin-walled parts.
  • Reduced Waste: The process is highly precise and repeatable, ensuring consistent results for every machined component.
Applications
  • Wire EDM is widely used in various industries for manufacturing critical and high-precision components:
  • Power Generation:

    Microscopic drilling with extremely tight tolerances for gas turbine blades and segments.

  • Aerospace:

    Components for combustion chambers, turbine blades, precision gears, discs, and hubs.

  • Medical:

    Machining of piezoelectric ultrasonic inserts used in advanced surgical and diagnostic instruments.

Successful Projects
  • Power Generation:

    High-precision gas turbine components, improving efficiency and durability.

  • Aerospace:

    Collaboration with industry leaders to manufacture complex engine components.

  • Medical:

    Development of advanced surgical instruments with tight tolerances and flawless surface finishes.

Why Choose SILMEC?
  • Experience & Expertise:

    Over 20 years of experience in EDM machining.

  • Advanced Technology:

    Utilization of 5-axis CNC machines to ensure high precision and quality.

  • Flexibility:

    Ability to handle both large-scale production and customized projects.

  • Quality Assurance:

    Strict quality controls and compliance with international standards.

     

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