Jun 18, 2021 | Elements of EDM, Sinker |
When choosing an electrode material, you must consider many factors. The usual first decision is, should you choose a metallic or non-metallic electrode? Depending on the material to be removed, this can be as simple decision. Carbides and sintered metals require more...
Jun 3, 2021 | Elements of EDM, Sinker |
Ram type (also called sinker type) EDM was the first type of Electrical Discharge Machining used in the manufacturing process. I was lucky enough to see the first EDM machine made for the purpose of eroding metal. Most historians give credit to a metallurgist couple...
May 14, 2021 | Elements of EDM, Wire |
An overview of the two most common drive systems in EDM machines today and what differences they bring to the EDM process. Ballscrews have been with us for many years and have proved to be accurate, reliable, easy to maintain and easy to fit many different...
Apr 30, 2021 | Elements of EDM, Wire |
Garbage In Garbage Out: Mistakes in the Wire EDM are most often made before the start button is pressed. As the operator, you are often pushed to get the machine cutting, because when it’s not cutting, it’s not making money, right? WRONG! What if in the process of...
Apr 16, 2021 | Elements of EDM, Wire |
Large-diameter wire for EDM has been around for decades, but just recently it has taken the market by storm. To understand how and why this is happening I will go back to my personal experiences as a WEDM operator. In 1976, the industry-standard wire diameter was...
Apr 7, 2021 | Elements of EDM, Wire |
Let us look at a few reasons why a Wire Electrical Discharge Machine should last many years and produce perfect parts from cradle to grave. The machining pressures and speeds are low. As the wire cuts through the electrically conductive part, it moves at a speed...
