VT machining offers CNC Wire EDM for ZK60 Magnesium (UNS M16600 / ASTM B107), typically supplied T5. Highest-strength common wrought magnesium.
CNC Wire EDM Notes for ZK60 Magnesium
Wire EDM cuts ZK60 Magnesium with fine detail and sharp internal corners down to the wire radius.
Process Data for CNC Wire EDM ZK60 Magnesium
| Area cutting rate (0.25 mm brass wire) | ~280 mm²/min |
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| Linear speed at 10 mm thick | ~28 mm/min |
| Linear speed at 30 mm thick | ~9.3 mm/min |
| Linear speed at 60 mm thick | ~4.7 mm/min |
| Achievable accuracy | ±0.005 mm with 3-4 skim passes; Ra 0.4-0.8 µm |
Typical values for ZK60 Magnesium, T5; confirmed on the first part.
ZK60 Magnesium Data Relevant to CNC Wire EDM
| Equivalent designations | UNS M16600 / ASTM B107 |
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| Hardness (typical) | ~80 HB |
| Density | 1.83 g/cm³ |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Wire EDM Aluminum
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc wire edm guidance for all aluminum grades are on our CNC Wire EDM Aluminum page.
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Quoting CNC Wire EDM ZK60 Magnesium
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm ZK60 Magnesium and its condition (we usually see it supplied T5), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What is CNC Wire EDM ZK60 Magnesium and how is it done?
CNC Wire EDM ZK60 Magnesium refers to wire EDM cuts conductive metal with a charged wire, achieving fine detail and tight tolerance with no cutting force. Applied to ZK60 Magnesium — ultralight with excellent machinability — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Wire EDM on ZK60 Magnesium?
Machined ZK60 Magnesium edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.
Can you EDM-machine hardened ZK60 Magnesium?
Yes. EDM removes material by electrical discharge rather than cutting force, so hardened and difficult ZK60 Magnesium can be machined to fine detail and tight tolerance without distortion.
What surface finish is achievable on ZK60 Magnesium with CNC Wire EDM?
Surface finish on ZK60 Magnesium is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Why is ZK60 Magnesium a good choice for CNC Wire EDM?
ZK60 Magnesium is ultralight with excellent machinability, which makes it well suited to CNC Wire EDM. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished ZK60 Magnesium EDM machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.