For many years, manufacturers accepted that no single wire EDM machine could excel at every application. Some prioritised speed, others surface finish or taper accuracy. With the introduction of the CUT X 350 and CUT X 500, GF Machining Solutions says it is challenging that assumption.

Developed and built at the company’s Losone, Switzerland facility, the CUT X series is available in two sizes to accommodate workpieces up to 800 x 550 x 250 mm (CUT X 350) and 1050 x 700 x 250 mm (CUT X 500). Both models are engineered for high precision, combining optimised machine mechanics with an advanced thermal management concept. A sealed cabinet and controlled airflow maintain stable internal temperatures, while heat sources are isolated from critical components to minimise the influence of ambient fluctuations.

An array of internal and external sensors feeds data to the CNC, where an AI-driven algorithm predicts potential thermal deformation and compensates axis positioning in real time. The result is consistent micron-level accuracy, even during long machining cycles.

Flexibility is enhanced by interchangeable open and closed wire guide cartridges, which can be changed and aligned in less than 15 minutes. Open guides suit straight or low-taper cuts, while closed guides deliver higher accuracy and surface quality for tapers up to 30°. Additively manufactured heads improve flushing efficiency and increase cutting speeds.

The UNIQUA HMI, featuring a 19-inch vertical touchscreen, provides intuitive control and supports legacy file formats.

Further productivity gains come from automatic wire changing, dual wire circuits, intelligent spark protection, integrated probing and automated slug management, ultimately enabling reliable, lights-out performance across a broad range of EDM applications.

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