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Soft Wired: Cutting High Taper Angles with Wire EDM

The ability to accurately and efficiently machine taper cuts using soft wire has opened up new areas of opportunity for moldmakers in aerospace, medical, electronics and other applications. Here are some ways to overcome the challenges faced when cutting high taper angles. 

Wire EDM Maintenance

Many items must be properly addressed to keep a wire EDM machine in top operating order for the best productivity and reliability. Reviewing these on a regular basis ensures that the machine it being properly maintained as a proactive preventive measure.

Hybrid Wire for EDM Machining

The hybrid wire features a baked-on external zinc layer for maximum speed (average 30 percent higher than conventional brass wire), superior accuracy, surface finish and clean cutting.

IMTS 2014: EDM

Here is proven, reliable, high-accuracy technology for those in the tool and die industry, especially shops that specialize in one-off or specialty components and need everything from CNC wire EDM equipment to die sinking machines.

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September 11 - 12, 2013
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September 25 - 26, 2013
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CMTS of Canada
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Northern Kentucky Convention Center – Covington, KY
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November 20, 2013
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