FANUC 0IB-SAWF WIRE EDM MACHINE

Technical Description

The FANUC 0iB-SAWF is a precision wire electrical discharge machining (EDM) system engineered for high-accuracy cutting of complex geometries in conductive materials. This machine accommodates workpieces up to 26" × 17" × 7" with a maximum weight capacity of 1,100 lbs on its 21" × 14" work table. The system features a 12.6" × 8.7" cutting envelope with ±2.36" U and V axis travel, enabling taper angles up to 30° at 3.15" depth for advanced multi-axis part geometry. The machine utilizes wire diameters ranging from .004" to .012" (.010" guide specification), delivering a factory-rated cutting speed of 28 square inches per hour. Equipped with submerged cutting technology and an automatic wire threader (AWT), the system minimizes setup time and enhances operational efficiency. The 35-pound wire spool capacity supports extended unmanned machining cycles. Control is managed through the Fanuc 180is-WB 5-axis CNC system, complemented by Heidenhain glass scale feedback on X-Y axes and an advanced remote pendant for operator convenience. Additional features include a water chiller for thermal management, non-electrolysis AC power supply, and a Hirschmann H80R.NCF rotary table integration capability. The machine requires 200-220V three-phase input at 13 kVA and occupies 93" × 86" of floor space, weighing 4,000 lbs. This configuration makes it suitable for precision tool and die work, aerospace components, and complex stamping applications demanding repeatability and dimensional accuracy.