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Wire EDM Machine Operation Table Of Contents
Copyright June, 98 Sodick Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION I
DESCRIPTION OF THIS MANUAL II
ORIGIN OF THE NAME “SODICK” III
COMPANY PROFILE IV
CHAPTER 1 DESCRIPTION OF THE EDM PROCESS 1-1
GENERAL EDM FACTORS 1-1
WIRE DIAMETER AND WIRE GUIDES 1-1
WIRE TYPE 1-2
RECOMMENDED WIRES 1-2
HARD BRASS WIRE 1-2
FLUSHING 1-3
WIRE SPEED 1-3
WIRE TENSION 1-4
WATER RESISTIVITY 1-4
WORKPIECE MATERIAL AND HARDNESS 1-5
SPECIFIC PARAMETERS OF THE EDM PROCESS 1-5
OSCILLOSCOPE DISPLAY OF 3 DISCHARGE PULSES 1-6
ON 1-6
OFF 1-7
MA 1-7
HP 1-8
IP 1-8
V 1-9
SV 1-9
SF 1-10
C 1-10
WT 1-11
WS 1-11
WP – WC 1-11
UNDERSTANDING THE CONDITION FILE MANUAL 1-11
SURFACE FINISH EXPECTED 1-12
MORE ON THE EDM PROCESS 1-12
OTHER GENERAL TIPS ABOUT WIRE EDM 1-13
START FROM A START HOLE AND RUN IN SUBMERGE MODE . 1-13
CHECK FOR WIRE VERTICAL ALIGNMENT OFTEN. 1-13
MAKING PUNCHES AND DIES FIT. 1-13
CHAPTER 2 MACHINE LAYOUT DESCRIPTION 2-1
MACHINE: 2-2
DIELECTRIC SYSTEM: 2-2
CONTROL: 2-2
CONTROL SCREEN (CRT) RELATED KEYS: 2-2
KEYBOARD RELATED BUTTONS: 2-3

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Summary

CHAPTER 1 DESCRIPTION OF THE EDM PROCESS

GENERAL EDM FACTORS

Key variables influencing the EDM process, including wire, flushing, speed, and tension.

SPECIFIC PARAMETERS OF THE EDM PROCESS

Detailed explanation of parameters controlling EDM cycle behavior and performance.

CHAPTER 3 PROGRAM ZERO DESCRIPTION

HOW TO ASSIGN YOUR PROGRAM ZERO POINT:

Method for defining the program zero point for accurate machining operations.

CHAPTER 4 PROGRAM MAKEUP

PREPARATION FOR PROGRAMMING

Essential steps and considerations before writing a manual CNC wire EDM program.

CHAPTER 6 DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMMING CODES AND WORDS

NC PROGRAM EXAMPLES

Practical examples demonstrating CNC program structures and code usage.

CHAPTER 7 WIRE OFFSET DESCRIPTION

UNDERSTANDING OFFSETS

Explanation of how offsets control wire centerline position relative to the cut surface.

INITIALIZING OFFSET

Procedure for setting wire radius compensation using G41 and G42 codes.

CHAPTER 8 TAPER CUTTING INFORMATION

TAPER CUTTING CONSIDERATIONS:

Factors to consider for taper cutting, including die land and angle selection.

CHAPTER 10 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING AIDS

Q ROUTINE TECHNIQUES (MACROS)

Introduction to Q routines (macros) for automating programming tasks and simplifying operations.

COORDINATE SYSTEM SHIFTING (G54-G959)

Techniques for using multiple coordinate systems to manage complex setups like multiple openings.

CHAPTER 12 MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

A comprehensive checklist of routine maintenance tasks based on time intervals.

CHAPTER 13 SET UP PROCEDURE CHECK LIST

Power up the machine.

Step-by-step instructions for powering on the wire EDM machine.

Re-home the machine.

Process for returning the machine axes to their home positions.

Steps to actually start up the program.

Final steps to initiate the machining program after all checks are complete.

CHAPTER 14 QUICK REFERENCE SECTION

POWER UP THE MACHINE

Step-by-step instructions for powering on the wire EDM machine.

REHOME THE MACHINE

Process for returning the machine axes to their home positions.

INSTALL WIRE ON THE MACHINE

Procedures and notes for installing wire onto the machine spool.

VERTICALLY ALIGN THE WIRE

Crucial procedure to ensure wire is perfectly vertical, preventing unwanted taper.

CHAPTER 15 CRT SCREENS

RUN SCREEN

Screen used to start, monitor, and adjust program cutting conditions during operation.

CHAPTER 16 REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

WIRE ALIGNMENT

Procedure for aligning the wire using the remote control and alignment block.

SODICK A750 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSODICK
ModelA750
CategoryIndustrial Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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