Machine Comparison
GF AgieCharmilles CUT 1000 vs ONA AV60
GF Machining Solutions vs ONA Electroerosion · Wire EDM
Summary
The GF AgieCharmilles CUT 1000 from GF Machining Solutions and ONA AV60 from ONA Electroerosion are direct competitors in the wire edm category. The GF AgieCharmilles CUT 1000 leads in x travel (1,000 mm (39.4 in) vs 600 mm (23.6 in)). These machines are closely matched across most specifications, making the decision more about specific feature priorities, dealer support, and your existing shop ecosystem than raw spec advantages. Both machines are proven performers in production environments and represent solid investments for shops in the market for a wire edm.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | GF AgieCharmilles CUT 1000 | ONA AV60 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 1,000 mm (39.4 in) ▲ | 600 mm (23.6 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 550 mm (21.7 in) ▲ | 400 mm (15.7 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.7 in) | 400 mm (15.7 in) |
| Accuracy | 3 um | 2 um ▲ |
| Control | UNIQUA HMI (touchscreen) | ONA proprietary touchscreen CNC |
| U Axis | +/-75 mm (+/-2.95 in) | +/-75 mm (+/-2.95 in) |
| V Axis | +/-75 mm (+/-2.95 in) | +/-75 mm (+/-2.95 in) |
| Max Taper Angle | +/-30 deg at 100 mm height | +/-30 deg at 400 mm height |
| Max Workpiece Size | 1,500 x 1,000 x 400 mm (59.1 x 39.4 x 15.7 in) ▲ | 1,050 x 750 x 400 mm (41.3 x 29.5 x 15.7 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) ▲ | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
| Wire Diameter Range | 0.10 - 0.33 mm (0.004 - 0.013 in) | 0.15 - 0.30 mm (0.006 - 0.012 in) ▲ |
| Surface Finish | Ra 0.10 um (4 uin Ra) achievable | Ra 0.15 um (6 uin) achievable ▲ |
| Max Cutting Speed | 350 mm2/min (54 in2/hr) ▲ | 300 mm2/min (46 in2/hr) |
| Generator | IPG (Intelligent Power Generator) | ONA digital generator with adaptive spark control |
| Price Range | $250,000 - $350,000 | $120,000 - $180,000 ▲ |
Advantages
GF AgieCharmilles CUT 1000
- Greater x travel of 1,000 mm (39.4 in) accommodates larger workpieces
- Greater y travel of 550 mm (21.7 in) accommodates larger workpieces
- Superior max workpiece size at 1,500 x 1,000 x 400 mm (59.1 x 39.4 x 15.7 in) vs 1,050 x 750 x 400 mm (41.3 x 29.5 x 15.7 in)
- Superior max workpiece weight at 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) vs 1,500 kg (3,307 lb)
- Superior max cutting speed at 350 mm2/min (54 in2/hr) vs 300 mm2/min (46 in2/hr)
ONA AV60
- Tighter positioning accuracy at 2 um for precision-critical work
- Superior wire diameter range at 0.15 - 0.30 mm (0.006 - 0.012 in) vs 0.10 - 0.33 mm (0.004 - 0.013 in)
- Superior surface finish at Ra 0.15 um (6 uin) achievable vs Ra 0.10 um (4 uin Ra) achievable
- More competitive pricing at $120,000 - $180,000 compared to $250,000 - $350,000
Verdict
This is a close matchup. The GF AgieCharmilles CUT 1000 and ONA AV60 trade advantages across different specifications, making neither a clear winner on paper alone. Your decision should come down to practical factors: which dealer is closer, which control system your operators already know, what tooling ecosystem you're invested in, and which machine's specific strengths match your highest-volume work. Get quotes on both, run test cuts with your actual parts if possible, and factor in long-term service and support costs.