EDM technology
On our wire-cut EDM machines we are able to produce work pieces according to designs produced with our CAD/CAM system, by means of spark erosion or electrical discharge machining, using a metal wire as an electrode.
Wire-cut EDM is used for the production of cutting die components, some of which have complex forms, and it is often the more cost-efficient method compared to the mechanical production of such components. EDM technology also makes it easier to work hardened and high-tensile materials, at the same time excluding the risk of parts becoming distorted in the subsequent tempering process.
This method is primarily used in the production of complex follow-on composite tools. The high accuracy of this manufacturing process guarantees perfect reproducibility of die plates and punches. This ensures that cutting die components worn out in bulk production can be replaced quickly and easily.
At Vormann, it is also possible to machine work pieces conically as a special advantage of EDM technology.
The technical data of our EDM machine:
Wire-cut EDM machine
Type: FA 30 V
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi
Range of wire diameters: 0.2 to 0.3 mm
Table dimensions: 1,110 x 875 mm
Max. work piece dimensions (W x D x H):1,300 x 1000 x 345 mm
Max. work piece weight: 3,000 kg
Traverse paths: 750 x 500 x 350 mm
Max. cutting depth: 300 mm
Max. traverse paths (U/V) +/- 75 mm
Max. work piece height, cone angle: 260 mm
