VT machining offers CNC Wire EDM for A36 Steel (ASTM A36 / ~S275JR / Q235B), typically supplied hot-rolled. General structural plate; cheap and weldable, mill scale must be removed.
CNC Wire EDM Notes for A36 Steel
Wire EDM cuts A36 Steel with fine detail and sharp internal corners down to the wire radius.
Process Data for CNC Wire EDM A36 Steel
| Area cutting rate (0.25 mm brass wire) | ~150 mm²/min |
|---|---|
| Linear speed at 10 mm thick | ~15 mm/min |
| Linear speed at 30 mm thick | ~5 mm/min |
| Linear speed at 60 mm thick | ~2.5 mm/min |
| Achievable accuracy | ±0.005 mm with 3-4 skim passes; Ra 0.4-0.8 µm |
Typical values for A36 Steel, Hot-rolled; confirmed on the first part.
A36 Steel Data Relevant to CNC Wire EDM
| Equivalent designations | ASTM A36 / ~S275JR / Q235B |
|---|---|
| Hardness (typical) | ~67-83 HRB |
| Density | 7.85 g/cm³ |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Wire EDM Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc wire edm guidance for all steel grades are on our CNC Wire EDM Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Wire EDM A36 Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm A36 Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied hot-rolled), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Can VT machining make custom A36 Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. A36 Steel EDM machining is made to order from your CAD/2D drawing. Share your geometry, material grade, tolerance and quantity and we will confirm feasibility, lead time and pricing.
What is CNC Wire EDM A36 Steel and how is it done?
CNC Wire EDM A36 Steel refers to wire EDM cuts conductive metal with a charged wire, achieving fine detail and tight tolerance with no cutting force. Applied to A36 Steel — strong, economical and widely available — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Wire EDM A36 Steel?
CNC Wire EDM prototypes for A36 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.
Why is A36 Steel a good choice for CNC Wire EDM?
A36 Steel is strong, economical and widely available, which makes it well suited to CNC Wire EDM. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished A36 Steel EDM machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Wire EDM A36 Steel?
Achievable tolerances for A36 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 surface finish is achievable on A36 Steel with CNC Wire EDM?
Surface finish on A36 Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.