VT machining offers CNC Wire EDM for 416 Stainless Steel (UNS S41600 / 1.4005), typically supplied annealed or hardened. Free-machining martensitic grade; highest machinability of all stainless steels.
CNC Wire EDM Notes for 416 Stainless Steel
Wire EDM cuts 416 Stainless Steel with fine detail and sharp internal corners down to the wire radius.
Process Data for CNC Wire EDM 416 Stainless Steel
| Area cutting rate (0.25 mm brass wire) | ~130 mm²/min |
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| Linear speed at 10 mm thick | ~13 mm/min |
| Linear speed at 30 mm thick | ~4.3 mm/min |
| Linear speed at 60 mm thick | ~2.2 mm/min |
| Achievable accuracy | ±0.005 mm with 3-4 skim passes; Ra 0.4-0.8 µm |
Typical values for 416 Stainless Steel, Annealed or hardened; confirmed on the first part.
416 Stainless Steel Data Relevant to CNC Wire EDM
| Equivalent designations | UNS S41600 / 1.4005 |
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| Hardness (typical) | ~20 HRC annealed; up to ~40 HRC |
| Density | 7.75 g/cm³ |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Wire EDM Stainless Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc wire edm guidance for all stainless steel grades are on our CNC Wire EDM Stainless Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Wire EDM 416 Stainless Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 416 Stainless Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied annealed or hardened), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Wire EDM 416 Stainless Steel?
Achievable tolerances for 416 Stainless Steel EDM machining depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. EDM holds tolerances to around ±0.002 mm with no cutting force on the part. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Wire EDM 416 Stainless Steel?
CNC Wire EDM prototypes for 416 Stainless Steel can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.
Does CNC Wire EDM 416 Stainless Steel require dedicated tooling?
Wire EDM needs no shaped tooling; sinker EDM uses a shaped electrode we produce in-house for your cavity.
What is CNC Wire EDM 416 Stainless Steel and how is it done?
CNC Wire EDM 416 Stainless Steel refers to wire EDM cuts conductive metal with a charged wire, achieving fine detail and tight tolerance with no cutting force. Applied to 416 Stainless Steel — corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.