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Jun 22, 2022 | Elements of EDM, General, Wire
This question hits on many areas that relate to the machine as well as CAM system programming techniques. Here are a few items to address and review for best results: MACHINE ITEMS: Maximum Taper Angle: It’s important to identify the maximum taper angle that a 4-Axis program will need to machine. This information can be provided by most CAM systems, or can be established by Dry...
Wire EDM: How We Got Here
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More than 45 years ago, a young tool and die maker and plastic injection mold builder named Gordon...
bedra introduces gapstar ONE wire
Jan 21, 2021 | SPONSORED
Being the pioneer in all EDM wire generations, bedra considered the best features of its high...
Surface Finish Comparison
Jan 14, 2021 | General
There are several different surface finish scales commonly being used. Typically, µmRmax (Ry),...
Thermocompact high end EDM Wires
Dec 17, 2020 | SPONSORED
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What Characteristics Should Be Examined When Comparing Two Different EDM Wire Types?
Apr 22, 2020 | Wire
This is an excellent question that applies to both plain brass and coated/stratified wire. When...
The Most Effective Methods for Holding and Retaining Slugs
Apr 22, 2020 | General
There are several different techniques for holding and retaining material slugs. These methods...
What Is the Best Type of Coated/Stratified Wire to Use?
Apr 22, 2020 | Wire
This is a common question and one that does not have a simplistic answer, as there are many...
The Best Way to Store Wire Spools
Apr 22, 2020 | Wire
When storing new or partially used wire spools, they should not be stored with the wire laying...
Back to Basics (6/6): EDM Metallurgical Characteristics
Apr 6, 2020 | General
All EDM machining is a thermal/heat process that can alter or change the structure of the machined...
Back to Basics (5/6): EDM Drilling Machine Basics
Apr 6, 2020 | General
As highlighted in the first lesson, there are three main types of EDM machines: Wire EDM, Sinker...
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