Product Focus – Reliable™ EDM Filters
The process of EDM cutting produces sub-micron particles both from the wire electrode and the material being cut. These tiny little things could be causing your biggest problems. Sub-micron particles will rob a wire EDM of its top performance. The perceived cost savings from low-cost filters is actually resulting in bigger expenses by reducing cutting speeds, resulting in low-quality surface finishes, increasing wire breakages and accelerating wear on other machine components.
Often times, filters that claim to last longer than premium filters are actually sacrificing the quality of the work. For example, if a premium 5-micron filter is swapped for a 10 or 20 micron filter, the filter life will increase because the particles below the size of the pores will not get filtered.
A high concentration of smaller particles that isn’t caught by the filter is then forced into the DI system, which is next in line after the filtration system. If the resin system is now acting as a particle filter, the structure of the resin bed is coated in dirt and cannot do the job it should be doing. This increased contamination results in shorter resin life and production time due to an increased need for machine maintenance and repair.
EDM Performance Accessories® would like to recommend our very own Reliable™ EDM Filters. Our filters have a proven track record of producing high-quality performance without paying for the high OEM prices. EPA is dedicated in helping you stay ahead of the competition. Contact our knowledgeable sales team for more information.
