ONA NX 6 Wire EDM Machine
Key Specifications
Work Area (X x Y)
Max Cutting Height
Wire Diameter
Standard Wire
Max Cutting Speed
Surface Finish (Ra)
Overview
The ONA NX 6 is a mid-range wire EDM machine from Spanish precision machine tool manufacturer ONA Electroerosion, designed for precision toolroom and production cutting applications in industrial Europe and globally. The NX 6 features ONA's NControl touch interface and their latest ONAgen digital power generator, providing high-speed cutting with fine surface finish capability. The 600x400mm work table (XY travel) handles medium-format die inserts, extrusion tooling, and aerospace brackets. The cutting height of 320mm accommodates stacked or tall workpieces. ONA's intelligent auto wire threading system handles threading through start holes in submerged conditions, enabling unattended night-shift production. The NX 6 is ONA's primary offering to the extrusion die, stamping tool, and injection mold sectors across European and Latin American markets.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Work Area (X X Y) | 600 x 400 mm |
| Max Cutting Height | 320 mm |
| Wire Diameter | 0.1 - 0.33 mm |
| Standard Wire | 0.25 mm brass |
| Max Cutting Speed | Up to 250 mm²/min |
| Surface Finish (Ra) | 0.15 µm achievable |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.002 mm |
| Power Generator | ONAgen digital |
| Auto Wire Threading | Standard (submerged) |
| Control | ONA NControl touchscreen |
| Manufacturer | ONA |
| Model | TECHNO C 400 |
Specifications sourced from machinio.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 600x400mm table — larger than many competitors at this price
- Submerged auto wire threading for unattended production
- ONAgen digital generator for clean surface finish
- Spanish ONA has strong service presence in Europe and Latin America
- NControl touchscreen for intuitive operation
Limitations
- ONA less established in North America vs GF, Mitsubishi, or Sodick
- 250 mm²/min cutting speed lower than top-tier GF or Sodick systems
- 0.15 µm Ra (good but not best-in-class)
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
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ONA wire EDMs are widely used in extrusion die manufacturing (aluminum and plastic), stamping and blanking die production, injection mold insert cutting, aerospace bracket and fitting production, and general toolroom applications requiring precision contour cutting.
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