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Micro-Electrical Discharge Machining Module with a Magnetically Levitated ActuatorMicro-Electrical Discharge Machining Module with a Magnetically Levitated Actuator

High-precision control of the electrical discharge gap.
Enabling quicker micro-electrical discharge machining.

Overview

The magnetically levitated actuator controls the extremely small electrical discharge gap between workpiece and electrode. We have improved micro-electrical discharge machining speed by finely and quickly controlling the electrical discharge gap with 0.2μm precision to preserve the optimal electrical discharge condition.

Technology Point

Development of industry-leading*1 response frequency electrode drive system

Using the magnetically levitated actuator system, we have realized an industry-leading 500Hz response -- over 10 times better than the conventional electrode drive system.


Enabling the high-speed micro-hole machining, a difficult hole-drilling process

By utilizing a cooperative control of the magnetically levitated actuator and the servo motor with the lead screw in the electrode drive system, we have doubled the machining speed of no-burr, high aspect ratio micro-holes*2, and have reduced electrode wear by 20%.

Helping to make machining equipment smaller and more flexible

Through design of the electrode drive unit, controller and power supply, we have enabled simpler configuration of systems that serve their usage objectives.

Notes
*1: As of February 2006
*2: Where hole diameter is below 100μm and depth/hole diameter ratio greater than 10