In recent years, the mold industry has experienced rapid growth, accompanied by increasingly stringent demands for precision. High-precision molds, such as those for high-precision connectors and precision gear molds, have become highly sought-after in the market. Despite advancements in high-speed milling for intricate mold machining, electrical discharge machining (EDM) continues to occupy a predominant position in processing high-value-added mold components.
Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) serves as the cornerstone in the manufacturing of high-precision mold components. The essence of precision EDM lies in the requirements for dimensional accuracy, shape fidelity, and surface quality, where dimensional tolerances must meet as tight as ±2–3μm.
Methods for EDM of High-Precision Mold Components
EDM is a commonly employed method for machining high-precision mold components. Initially, the workpiece and electrode are immersed in a dielectric fluid, after which a voltage is applied between them to generate electrical discharges. These discharges create tiny craters on the workpiece surface, gradually shaping it to the desired form. This method is suitable for hard materials and achieves high precision and excellent surface finish.
Applications of EDM in the Mold Industry
In the mold industry, EDM finds extensive application in the manufacture of high-precision, complex-shaped mold components. It can machine high-hardness materials such as steel, hard alloys, achieving micron-level machining accuracy and superior surface quality. Consequently, in mold manufacturing, EDM is commonly used for producing core components like mold cavities, cores, and grooves, meeting the demands of high-precision and quality-critical applications.
Firstly, it enables the machining of high-precision mold components, suitable for applications requiring high dimensional accuracy and complex shapes.
Secondly, it can process high-hardness materials like steel, hard alloys, imparting excellent wear resistance and corrosion resistance.
Lastly, EDM facilitates achieving good surface finish and surface roughness control, enhancing the lifespan and functionality of components.
Electrical discharge machining (EDM) technology is primarily employed for machining hard alloys, difficult-to-machine materials, etc., in mold components. Through the high-temperature and high-pressure effects generated by electrical discharge, material is gradually removed layer by layer, achieving high-precision machining. EDM technology boasts advantages such as high machining accuracy and good surface quality, suitable for machining complex shapes and irregular holes.
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