Advantages of EDM
For manufacturing engineers who need precision cuts in metal parts, EDM is often a go-to choice when conventional milling, turning or grinding methods aren’t up to the task. But what are the advantages of edm and how does it compare to other precision cutting methods?
The advantage of edm is that it eliminates the need for brute force to cut through materials. Instead, it uses thermal discharges to cut through the material. This results in a more accurate and precise end product that doesn’t deform or distort due to the force used to break through the materials. In addition, it reduces the amount of material that is wasted compared to other fabrication processes that use impact to cut through the materials.
Another advantage of edm is that it can be used to make more intricate designs and shapes compared to other cutting methods. This is especially true for wire EDM machines, which can easily work with cast items and dies. Conventional EDM, on the other hand, is typically limited to cutting through thin materials with a very small kerf width.
Wire cut EDM is also more cost-effective than conventional EDM since it does not require a highly skilled operator to continually monitor the process and adjust it for best results. This allows businesses to save money and hire less experienced workers without worrying about the safety risks of operating a traditional EDM machine.
