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Knowledge Sharing Issue #3 Understanding Rotational Accuracy - Repeatability and Backlash4
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  Electrical Discharge Machining - Wire EDMThe Top Choice for Complex Part Processing  What is Wire EDM? Wire EDM is a thermal process widely applied in the precision manufacturing of parts across various industries. This section delves into the functions of Wire EDM and its role in the manufacturing sector, especially when paired with rotary positioning tables.  Wire EDM Process Also known as EDM or WEDM, Wire EDM is a precise machining method that uses thermal energy to remove material from a workpiece. Known by various names such as spark erosion and wire erosion, the process involves a fine metal wire and deionized water to cut metal and prevent rusting. The wire, usually made of brass or layered copper, acts as the tool electrode and follows a pre-defined path to shape the workpiece.  History of Wire EDM The phenomenon of electrical discharge erosion was first observed in 1770 by British physicist Joseph Priestley, who termed it electrical discharge erosion. In 1967, the Soviet Union developed the first commercially available digital-controlled Wire EDM machine.   Types of Wire EDM  Wire EDM is categorized into fast wire, medium wire, and slow wire EDM. Fast wire EDM operates at speeds of 6 to 12 m/s, with high-speed reciprocating movement of the electrode wire but lower cutting precision. Medium wire EDM, an evolution of fast wire EDM, introduces frequency control for multiple cuts, a newer process developed in recent years. Slow wire EDM features a wire speed of 0.2 m/s with low-speed unidirectional movement, offering high cutting precision. Types and Sizes of Wires Used in Wire EDMWire EDM uses metal wires with diameters ranging from 0.0008 to 0.013 inches. Thinner wires require lower power settings and cut at slower speeds. Commonly, brass wires with a diameter of 0.010 inches are used. Shape of WorkpiecesWire EDM can cut small and complex shapes. For handling multiple flat parts, stacking workpieces can enable efficient, unattended batch processing. Materials for Wire EDMThis technology is extensively used in various industries. Pre-hardened mold steel is ideal for CNC Wire EDM, maintaining shape integrity without post-machining heat treatment. Titanium, known for its excellent conductivity, is well-suited for Wire EDM, generating minimal heat during the process and maintaining dimensional accuracy. Austenitic stainless steel, with its corrosion resistance and high thermal conductivity, ensures tool sharpness and prevents thermal damage. Tungsten and molybdenum, with high melting points, can withstand the high temperatures of EDM. Applications of Wire EDM  Wire EDM technology, combined with rotary positioning tables, finds broad applications across industries. Component ProcessingIn conponent processing industries, Wire EDM can manufacture parts with precise tolerances and complex shapes. High-precision rotary positioning tables enhance the ability to machine spiral and gear-like parts, acting as work exchange tables for accurate multiple part processing. Medical DevicesWire EDM offers the precision needed for producing complex medical instruments, ensuring the efficacy and compatibility of medical devices by meeting stringent regulations.ElectronicsWire EDM effectively produces microelectrodes used in microelectronics for circuits and sensors, where precise tolerances are critical for functionality.Mold ToolingWire EDM can rapidly shape mold inserts, ensuring accurate reproduction of intended plastic parts. It’s also used to make stamping dies, extrusion molds, cutting punches, and more.  Conclusion  Wire EDM is a precise and efficient machining process that, when paired with rotary positioning tables, expands the range and scope of processing capabilities, making it ideal for various industries' complex shapes. Compared to many other manufacturing processes, it offers greater accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, enhancing manufacturing competitiveness. ( Further Reading: Can It Be Used in a Cleanroom? https://www.herbao.com.tw/en/hot_495662.html )  Herbao Machinery continues to drive innovation, providing more professional and reliable solutions to our clients. For any technical questions, please feel free to contact us! https://www.herbao.com.tw/en/hot_507092.html Technical Application #2 - Electrical Discharge Machining - Wire EDM: The Top Choice for Complex Part Processing 2025-01-06 2026-01-06
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The Science Behind Accurate Positioning

Rotational positioning accuracy plays a crucial role in manufacturing processes. It ensures the alignment accuracy between different machining operations, achieving consistency and coherence in multi-process manufacturing. Precise rotational positioning also reduces material waste and production costs while improving production efficiency and quality control.

 

Unidirectional Positioning Accuracy

Unidirectional positioning accuracy is one of the key parameters in evaluating the performance of a rotary positioning platform. It pertains to the platform's positioning accuracy in a single direction. This concept is measured by rotating from the starting position to the end position, selecting multiple data points along the rotational circumference. High unidirectional positioning accuracy impacts the platform's precision in single-direction tasks such as precise machining, engraving, and cutting. Detailed measurement and analysis of unidirectional positioning accuracy ensure that the platform meets the required precision standards, guaranteeing product quality and efficiency in related applications.

 

Unidirectional System Positioning Error

Unidirectional system positioning error refers to the accuracy of the rotary positioning system in a single direction, considering the error produced during the rotation from the starting position to the end position. When designing and manufacturing rotary positioning systems, it is essential to consider these factors, optimize the design and production processes to minimize unidirectional system positioning errors, and ensure the system meets the expected positioning accuracy requirements during operation.

Unidirectional Repeatability Accuracy

Unidirectional repeatability accuracy refers to the ability of the rotary positioning system to consistently return to the same position in a single direction over multiple positioning operations. This metric measures the system's performance in maintaining accuracy in a specific direction, crucial for applications requiring high consistency and precision.

 

 

Bidirectional Positioning Accuracy

Bidirectional positioning accuracy is a key indicator of the rotary positioning platform's positioning precision, measuring the consistency of the platform's positioning in both directions. It evaluates the platform's accuracy in rotating from the starting position to the end position and then returning from the end position back to the starting position. This ensures the platform can accurately and stably rotate and position in both directions.

 

Bidirectional System Positioning Error

Bidirectional system positioning error refers to the accuracy of the rotary positioning system in both directions, assessing the positioning precision from the starting position to the end position and then returning to the starting position. Errors may arise from various factors, including the mechanical structure's precision, the drive system's performance, and the control system's accuracy.

Average Bidirectional System Positioning Error Range

The average bidirectional system positioning error range indicates the mean value of positioning accuracy in both directions, typically expressed as a range encompassing maximum and minimum positioning errors. This range is calculated based on a series of measurements, covering all possible scenarios from the system's maximum to minimum positions.

Bidirectional Repeatability Accuracy

Bidirectional repeatability accuracy measures the rotary positioning system's ability to return to the same position in both directions consistently over multiple operations. This metric is essential for ensuring the system's reliability and precision in applications requiring accurate bidirectional positioning.

 

 

Backlash

Backlash refers to the gap or play within the rotary positioning system due to the mechanical structure or material properties. This gap allows rotary components to move slightly when changing direction without immediately following the new direction. The presence of backlash causes a delay or lag when the rotary positioning system changes direction until the system fully reacts and follows the new direction.

 

Average Backlash

Average backlash, also known as the mean backlash, indicates the average value of all axial backlashes within the rotary positioning system. This metric is calculated by measuring multiple backlash values and averaging them, serving as an indicator of the overall backlash level of the rotary positioning system. It helps evaluate the system's performance and precision.

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