Wire EDM Machine Operation Chapter 2
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The second key concept to understand is the basic makeup of the machine. Our intention
first is to look at the machine from the operator’s viewpoint. Later, we will look at the
machine from the programmer’s viewpoint.
While the configuration may change from model to model, you will find that there are
many consistencies from one Sodick wire EDM machine to another. This section is
intended to acquaint you with the components of the machine and control. Here is a
drawing that shows the A320D, one of the popular machine models:
This model is made up of three basic components; the machine tool, dielectric system,
control.