A 1.0mmØ x 50mm electrode featuring a 0.014mmØ pure tungsten rod tip was mounted to the spindle collet holder of a Makino EDFH1 sinker EDM. A precision ground copper tungsten dressing block was mounted to the machine's table. The EDFH1's Auto Precision Dressing macro was used to dress electrode...
The EDAF3 machine expands upon the excellent capability and performance of the EDAF2 by offering larger X/Y/Z strokes to accommodate additional or larger work pieces.
Today’s die mold machining technology has drastically evolved over the last eighty years. In order to fully appreciate the technological advancements available today, you must first understand how CNC and die mold manufacturing came about, how the technology evolved and why. In this informative...
Learn about different EDM hole drilling technologies and the impact on performance, accuracy and quality between oil and water di-electric systems. Hole size, entry and exit conditions, speed and L to D ratio will determine which system provides the superior solution. Several different technologies and...
A Makino U32j with 0.003-inch diameter wire was used to burn 0.005-inch holes into a graphite electrode. Upon completion, the electrode was attached to the spindle of a Makino EDGE2 and used to produce the final platinum fluid release components._x000D_ _x000D_ The parts were completed accurately and...
The whole industry seems to be discussing this topic. Here’s what Modern Machine Shop has to say about "Mold Machining From Cradle To Grave". MOLD MACHINING FROM CRADLE TO GRAVE The whole industry seems to be discussing this topic. Here’s what Modern...
This webinar will cover Makino’s EDM probing system solutions and technologies for a wide array of applications. EDM’ers will find this webinar particularly useful in understanding specific methods for part probing to reduce setup time for traditional Die/Mold parts to probing of aero engine...
The Challenge With nearly 60 years of experience in the fineblanking market, Feintool is well known for fineblanked parts production, fineblanking presses, and technical expertise in supporting customers with the research and development and prototyping of fineblanking tools. Due to the intense...
Through the use of an environmentally safe powder additive that is mixed with the dielectric fluid, Diffused Discharge Machining (DDM) technology improves electrical conductivity for more consistent discharging and spark diffusion. DDM - EDM WITH A NON-TOXIC, INEXPENSIVE...