What buyers mean by wire erosion
Wire erosion is commonly used to describe wire electrical discharge machining, or wire EDM. The terms can refer to the same type of outsourced cutting service, so a buyer should define the part and requirements rather than rely on the label alone. Jucheng provides machining for customer parts and does not sell EDM equipment.
Specify the workpiece and profile
Identify the conductive material grade, stock thickness, cut path and relationship to datums or existing surfaces. Attach the current drawing and model where available. Mark critical dimensions, slots, internal profiles and any features that connect to a mating part.
Clarify the finished condition
State the required edge condition, burr expectations, surface requirements and any secondary operation. If a dimension must be verified, identify it and note the requested inspection evidence. This is especially important when the wire-cut feature controls fit or alignment.
Questions for a wire erosion RFQ
- Is the workpiece material conductive and identified by grade?
- Are the profile, thickness and datums dimensioned?
- Are start-hole or access assumptions clear?
- Are finishing, inspection and packaging included?
- Does the quote use the current revision and quantity?
For the service overview, see wire EDM services. This page focuses on interpreting the wire-erosion term and defining drawing acceptance; process selection still depends on the part requirements.
Keep the request measurable
A complete RFQ states what will be machined and how the finished part will be checked. Avoid using a general request for precision or quality without identifying the dimensions or conditions that matter to the assembly.
