DAPU factory workshop showing straight line and water tank wire drawing machines with ABB control cabinets

High-Efficiency Wire Drawing Solutions: Straight Line, Pulley & Water Tank Machines

Looking for a reliable wire drawing machine manufacturer in China? DAPU offers a full range of straight-line, pulley, and wet wire drawing machines. With over 30 years of R&D experience and export cases in more than 70 countries, DAPU’s solutions utilize ABB drives and multi-pass continuous drawing technology to deliver superior surface finish and consistent wire diameter for the most demanding industrial applications.

Furthermore, our wire drawing equipment meets international certification standards such as CE, EMC, and ISO, further demonstrating the unparalleled quality of DAPU’s wire drawing machine production lines.

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Types of Wire Drawing Machines

High-Speed Straight Line Wire Drawing Machine (Non-Twist Type):

Description:

The straight-line wire drawing machine adopts an advanced PLC control system and a touch screen for parameter setting, enabling non-twist operation of the metal wire during the drawing process. This machine is ideal for continuous drawing production due to its high drawing speed and high wire surface quality.

Raw Materials:

Steel wire (High, middle, low carbon steel wire, stainless steel wire, pre-tension steel wire, bead wire, rubber tube wire, spring steel wire, cord wire, and so on).

Welding wire (air-protecting welding wire, submerged arc welding wire, flux-cored wire, and so on).

electric wire and cable (Aluminum-clad steel wire, copper wire, aluminum wire, and so on).

Alloy wire and other kinds of metal wire.

Specification:

Model LZ-560
Raw material SAE1015, SAE1008, SAE1006 etc
Number of drawing pots Max.12
Inlet wire diameter 8mm, 6.5mm, 6mm, 5.5mm etc
Outlet wire diameter 4mm, 3mm, 2.2mm, 2mm, 1.8mm, 1.6mm, 1.4mm etc
Each motor capacity 22KW
Drawing speed Max.20m/second
Each pot weight 1500KG

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Robust Pulley Wire Drawing Machine for Versatile Metal Processing:

Description:

As a mature solution for metal wire processing, the general-purpose pulley-type wire drawing machine is renowned for its simple structure, convenient operation, and extremely low maintenance costs. Its wire stacking design provides a buffering effect during production and can adapt to harsh production environments.

As a versatile OTO-type wire drawing line, its stable operation, economy, and support for multi-pass continuous drawing make it an ideal choice for drawing low-strength wires.

Raw Materials:

Low-carbon steel wire: Its applications include building binding wire, nail making, and basic wire for mesh fencing.

Galvanized iron wire: Its importance in corrosion-resistant environments, agricultural fencing, and vineyard wiring.

Non-ferrous metals: Such as copper, aluminum, and their alloy wires, attracting professional buyers in the wire and cable industry.

Specification:

Model DLW1-5-550
Raw material low-carbon steel wire (Q195, Q215, and Q 235.)
Number of drawing pots 8
Wire diameter Inlet Max. 6.5mm and outlet 2mm
Motor 18.5KW, 4 level, 1440r/min
Production 422m/min, 5 tons/8 hours.
Inverter brand INOVANCE inverter, saving 30% electricity
Dia. of pot 550mm

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Precision Water Tank Wire Drawing Machine (Wet Drawing Type):

Description:

The DAPU precision water-tank wire drawing machine guarantees a smooth wire surface. For the production of fine and ultra-fine wires, unlike dry drawing, this equipment uses a fully submerged (wet-drawing) process. The lubricant effectively reduces friction and dissipates heat, ensuring a bright and flawless finish on the finished wire.

Equipped with a high-speed frequency converter and a multi-pass drawing system, this machine can stably produce high-quality fine wires while maintaining speed.

Raw Materials:

Wire and Cable Industry: Particularly suitable for drawing high-performance copper core wires, ensuring conductivity and uniformity.
Precision Industrial Wires: Capable of stably processing fine stainless steel wires, meeting the requirements of highly corrosion-resistant industries such as filter screens and braided wire mesh.
Non-ferrous Metal Processing: For brass wires and other alloy wires, our tank-type process effectively protects surface finish.

Specification:

Model DP-350
Raw material Annealed galvanized wire, black wire, etc
Inlet wire diameter 3.0mm, 2.5mm, 2.2mm, 2.0mm etc
Output wire diameter 1.4mm, 1.2mm, 1.1mm, 0.8mm, 0.6mm, etc
Drawing speed Max.700m/min
Motor capacity 22kw/30kw/45kw
Inverter 22kw/30kw/45kw
Weight 1800kg

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Comparison of Core Parameters of Three Wire Drawing Machines

Types Straight line type Pulley type Water tank type
Maximum wire diameter 8mm 6mm 3mm
Output wire diameter 1.4mm 2mm 0.6mm
Drawing speed Max.20m/second Max.7m/second Max.11m/second
Maximum pulling number 12 8 Continuous diameter reduction
Lubrication and cooling Dry lubrication, drum water cooling, patented water cooling (rotary mold box) Dry lubrication, natural cooling Fully submerged wet lubrication, circulating cooling
Pullable raw material High carbon fiber, medium carbon fiber, low carbon fiber, etc Low-carbon steel wire, galvanized wire, etc Copper, aluminum, micro stainless steel, etc
Automation level Fully automatic PLC linkage Fully automatic High-speed automated continuous production

DAPU Engineer advice: If your cable requires extremely high surface quality and its diameter is less than 1mm, a tank-type cable is the preferred choice; if you are dealing with high-strength, rigid cables and are prioritizing efficiency, a straight-line type is the only option. Unsure? Simply send us your cable material and target dimensions, and we will help you find the right fit.

Application

Our wire drawing equipment can draw wires covering multiple industrial sectors:

1. In the construction industry, efficiency and strength are paramount. Our linear and pulley-type wire drawing machines serve:
Welding wire production: Stable drawing of various gas-shielded welding wires and submerged arc welding wires.
High-strength reinforcing steel: Processing large-diameter steel wires for prestressed concrete, ensuring extremely high tensile strength.
Wire mesh and nails: Rapid mass production of galvanized iron wire, a reliable choice for wire mesh factories.

2. For stringent requirements on conductivity and surface finish, our tank-type wire drawing machines are standard in the industry:
Copper and aluminum wires: Precisely drawing the conductive cores inside wires and cables, ensuring stable resistivity.
Control cables: Continuously drawing multi-strand fine wires to meet the precision requirements of modern power grids.

3. The automotive industry has near-obsessive requirements for material fatigue strength, and our high-performance wire drawing solutions support the production of:
Tire cord wiring: Producing ultra-high-strength fine steel wires supporting the tire structure.
Spring wire: Precise control of wire diameter tolerances ensures that every automotive suspension spring can withstand millions of compressions.

China’s Professional Wire Drawing Machine Manufacturing Factory

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Selecting the right equipment begins with having the right supplier. At DAPU, we stand not only as a supplier but as a committed wire drawing machine manufacturer with years of experience in handling metal wires. In China alone, our manufacturing plant boasts state-of-the-art machining centers for every bull block, pulley, or water tank machine we produce.

In fact, being a direct China wire drawing machine manufacturer means that we are in complete control of the entire production process – right from structural welding and assembly to incorporating the best quality components such as ABB VFDs in them. Therefore, as a DAPU customer, rest assured to get a customized wire drawing solution according to your production requirements within a price range that fits a direct factory purchase.

Why do Global Customers Trust DAPU Wire Drawing Solutions?

1. Built for Performance

  • Precision Control System: The DAPU wire drawing machine adopts a German Siemens PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and ABB frequency conversion control system to ensure synchronization during multi-pass drawing, reducing the wire breakage rate by more than 30%.
  • High-Efficiency Power: The DAPU wire drawing machine uses a high-torque servo motor drive, which not only provides more precise speed regulation but also saves approximately 15%-20% in electricity costs compared to traditional motors.
  • Durable and Wear-Resistant: The surface of the DAPU wire drawing machine drum is treated with tungsten carbide spraying, resulting in high hardness and wear resistance, significantly extending the service life of the equipment.
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2. Certified Quality

Our production processes strictly adhere to international standards to ensure the smooth operation of our wire drawing machines in your factory. Therefore, we have obtained the following authoritative certifications:

  • CE Certification: Complies with EU safety, hygiene, and environmental standards.
  • ISO 9001:2015: A comprehensive quality management system covering the entire process, from raw material warehousing to final product testing, ensuring traceability at every step.
  • EMC Certification: When the DAPU wire drawing machine is running, it will not generate serious electromagnetic interference that could affect other electronic devices in the vicinity. At the same time, it can operate stably in a certain electromagnetic environment without being affected by external interference.
DAPU Wire drawing machine CE Certicification
ISO-Certification
Electromagnetic Compatibility

3. Global Footprint

Our machines are operating stably in multiple countries worldwide and have gained customer recognition:

  • Iran: A factory deployed 10 high-precision water tank wire drawing machines, increasing daily capacity by 70%. The drawn galvanized wire is specifically used for producing hexagonal wire mesh.
  • Tanzania: A steel producer customized a pulley-type wire drawing machine; the drawn wire is specifically used for producing welded wire mesh.
  • United States (USA): A straight-line wire drawing machine equipped with a fully automated winding system was provided to a local automotive parts supplier for producing high-strength spring steel wire.
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An-Algerian-customer-ordered-one-fully-automatic-straight-wire-drawing-machine.
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FAQ

Process methods: Primarily classified into dry wire drawing and wet wire drawing.
Basically, the straight line and pulley system (with designs such as oto or ototype wire accumulation) is used predominantly for dry wire drawing, while water tank represents the major continuous wet process suitable for high-precision wires.

By finished wire: Segmented into coarse drawing (bull block/single block), intermediate drawing (intermediate/medium), fine wire drawing, and super fine wire drawing for medical and electronics purposes.

By Equipment Structure: Includes general-purpose horizontal, vertical, and inverted or inverted vertical wire drawing machines designed for large coils.

By Drive And Pass Count: Includes single pass single block machines, multi-pass continuous production machines, right down to hydraulically driven models for special materials.

By material: Although there would be universal devices, there would be variations in the design of the drums and lubricants depending on the material, which could include low carbon steel or MS/mild steel and non-ferrous metals.

This largely depends on your wire material, inlet and outlet wire diameters, surface quality requirements, and budget.

If you are drawing high-strength, hard wire (such as high-carbon steel wire), or if you require the finished wire to be free of twist, then a straight-line drawing machine is the obvious choice. It is faster, causes less damage to the wire, has higher initial costs, higher output, and higher surface quality.

If you are drawing medium- to low-strength wire (such as low-carbon iron wire or galvanized wire) and are looking for lower prices and simpler maintenance, a pulley-type machine is a better choice, as it requires relatively less skill from the operator.

The core advantages lie in “surface quality” and “heat dissipation.” Water-tank wire drawing machines completely immerse the wire in lubricant during the drawing process. This not only significantly reduces friction and prevents breakage, but also dissipates heat quickly, ensuring a bright, scratch-free surface on the finished wire. For producing fine copper or stainless steel wires smaller than 0.5mm, the water-tank type is irreplaceable.

The reduction rate depends on the specific pass design and material hardness. Typically, our equipment achieves an average reduction rate of 15%-25% per pass. We will calculate the optimal number of drawing passes for you based on your infeed wire size and target finished wire size, balancing production efficiency and wire quality.

Our design principle is “heavy-duty and easy to maintain”. Quick-replacement interfaces are provided for key wear parts (such as wire drawing dies and coil coating). At the same time, the PLC system has a fault diagnosis function; once an anomaly occurs, the screen will directly display the location of the problem, and your electrician can quickly repair it by referring to the instruction manual.

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