SODICK AP500 - User Manual

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

Summary

EDM Process Fundamentals

General EDM Factors Explained

Key factors influencing the EDM process, including wire characteristics.

Specific EDM Process Parameters

Detailed explanation of various parameters controlling EDM operation and their impact.

Program Zero and Coordinate Systems

Defining and Utilizing Program Zero Point

Manual CNC Program Makeup

Preparation Steps for Manual CNC Programming

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

Wire Offset (Radius Compensation) Guide

Understanding and Implementing Wire Offsets

Explains wire radius compensation, its benefits, and programming steps.

Taper Cutting Procedures and Settings

Taper Cutting Considerations and Methods

Discusses factors and methods for machining taper angles on dies.

Operating Aids for Wire EDM Programming

Q Routine Techniques and Macros

Introduction to Q routines for automating machining tasks and simplifying programming.

Coordinate Systems, Mirroring, and Scaling

Wire EDM Machine Maintenance Schedule

Preventative Maintenance Checklist Overview

Routine checks and maintenance tasks for the Wire EDM machine.

Detailed Maintenance Procedures and Descriptions

Machine Setup and Dry Run Procedure

Step-by-Step Setup and Dry Run Guide

Step-by-step guide for machine setup, checks, and dry run execution.

Quick Reference: Essential Machine Operations

Basic Machine Power and Homing Procedures

Wire Installation and Edge Finding Techniques

Remote Control Operation Guide

Remote Control Functions and Jogging

Common Wire EDM Alarms and Messages

Troubleshooting Common Machine Alarms

List and explanation of common machine alarms and initial troubleshooting steps.

SODICK AP500 Specifications

General

Brand	SODICK
Model	AP500
Category	Industrial Equipment
Language	English