"The Makino EDGE3S sinker EDM machine is ideal for
the plastic injection mold and forging die marketplace," said a company
spokesperson."The Makino EDGE3S sinker EDM machine is ideal for
the plastic injection mold and forging die marketplace," said a company
spokesperson.
The EDGE3S is suited for both the entry-level shop as well as the advanced high-level shop looking to automate EDM. The EDGE3S is similar to the Makino EDGE3, except that it includes HQSF (High Quality Surface Finish) additive technology. HQSF improves finishes using copper, high-grade graphite (Poco-3, AFS), and medium-grade graphite (Poco-2, Poco200), with appropriate tank and pump enhancements.
"The EDGE3S machine is intended to facilitate safe and simple unattended operation for entry-level EDM applications. It is also value-designed to provide exceptional service that any shop can afford, without compromising on the latest technology or quality of finish provided on similar and larger Makino machines. The relatively compact EDGE3S is 78 x 84 x 92.8 inches (1,950 x 2,100 x 2,320 mm) and weighs in at a solid 10,340 lbs (4,700 kg)," said a Makino spokesperson.
Design Features
"The innovative mechanical and servo design of the
EDGE3S provides cycle time jump rates of 393 IPM (9,825 mm/min.)," the
spokesperson said. "Makino's Intelligent Expert System and MGH CNC Power Supply
include the new SuperSpark technology. This allows the EDGE3S to achieve faster
overall machining rates, with superior surface finishes," according to Makino.
The EDGE3S has an X-, Y-, Z-axis of 18 x 12 x 12.8 inches (450 x 300 x 320 mm), with a Z-axis jump speed of 400 IPM (10,000 mm/min). The rapid traverse speed of the unit is 400 IPM (10,000 mm/min). The 24 x 18 (600 x 450 mm) worktable allows for workpieces as large as 1,760 lbs (800 kg) in weight, with a tabletop height of 35.6 inches (890 mm). This size of operation allows for electrodes that are two by five inches (50 x 125 mm) and up to 110 pounds (50 kg).
"The automatic tool changing (ATC) function on the EDGE3S operates twice as fast as other small EDM sinker machines. It includes storage for eight electrodes, with an option for 16 electrodes, and has a standard 60-amp power supply and a sludge separator," said the spokesperson.
Other optional features of the EDGE3S include EROWA ITS and 3R Macro installation sets and a wire attachment for intricate detail work. It also has an optional C-axis with an MA spindle rotary head capable of enhancing deep, fine-hole machining applications.
"The machine bed of the EDGE3S is a heavily ribbed, single piece casting. Anti-friction linear guides and bearings complete the high-performance design, combining excellent rigidity with low-mass dynamics. This heavy-duty construction, combined with the fixed table, brings high levels of accuracy to every application," reports Makino.
HQSF Technology
"Makino's HQSF uses an environmentally safe powder
additive that is mixed with the dielectric fluid to improve electrical
conductivity for more consistent discharging," the spokesperson said. "This
eliminates secondary discharges that waste energy and allow increased efficiency
of the sparks, to achieve a superior finish without a loss in metal removal
rates.
"HQSF is a remarkably practical method of machining that combines micro-discharge pulse control, high response servo technology and Makino's patented additive to improve machine throughput. The additive-based technology has a major impact on finishing time, with a 40 to 50 percent or better improvement of achievable surface finish over conventional EDM sinkers in similar applications.
"Superior, more uniform surface finishes, having a shallow Heat Affected Zone (HAZ), are achieved with HQSF, which has a primary application in many intricate areas such as the machining of ribs and other hard-to-polish and high surface area shapes like speaker grilles. Finishing speeds are markedly faster than conventional EDM and stability of the machining process is enhanced.
"Makino's HQSF provides numerous benefits over previous used silicon or chrome additives. This technology is available for all Makino EDGE-Series and EDNC-Series RAM EDM machines."
Standard Features Promote Unattended Operation and
High-Precision
According to Makino, the EDGE3S is enhanced by an
array of Makino's standard EDM features, including:
An eight, 16 or 32 station automatic electrode changer for unattended operation and improved throughput.
A high-precision, heavy-duty MR C-Axis rotating head, with 10 RPM capability an automatic fire extinguisher to protect the operators, workpiece and machine a fixed table which eliminates dielectric weight shift during machining and improves servo reaction speed and precision guaranteed positioning and repeatability accuracy of +/- .000039 inch.
"Makino's award-winning drop tank design with zero fill time and dielectric chiller completes these features," said the spokesperson. "The tank size for the EDGE3S is 32 x 22 x 14 inches (800 x 550 x 350 mm), with a maximum fluid capacity of 400 L and a maximum fluid height of 300 mm. The drop tank improves many aspects of the EDM process, as the retractable tank walls provide wide-open table access for safe, simple slide-onloading and faster, more accurate setups. And the adjustable tank depth allows optimal matching of dielectric fluid level to workpiece size for overall dielectric savings."
For more information contact:
Mark Rentschler
Makino Inc.
7680 Innovation Way
Mason, OH 45040
800-552-3288
Fax: 513-573-7360
Southwest
TX
Mike Johns
Andy R. Plassenthal
Wesley Davenport
Texas Machinery Company
11875 Forestgate Drive
Dallas, TX 75243
877-477-7340
Fax: 972-231-2815
OK
KOMT
3695 East I-240 Service Road
Oklahoma City, OK 73135
405-670-1111
Fax: 405-670-6664
E-mail: okc@komt.com
NM
Moncktons Machine Tools, Inc.
928 Canvas Back Rd.
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
505-891-8845
Fax: 505-994-3579
E-mail: hmorrismmt@aol.com
Southeast
NC, SC, VA (EDM)
Price Equipment
512 North Johnson Street
Monroe, NC 28112
704-289-8471
Fax: 704-289-8925
E-mail: info@priceequipment.com
NC, SC, VA
Dan Beckman
President
Beckman Precision, Inc.
415 Brookshire Road
Greer, SC 29651
864-801-8181
Fax: 864-801-8180
W. NC & SC
Chris Beckman
Beckman Precision, Inc.
415 Brookshire Road
Greer, SC 29651
877-510-6884
Cell: 864-346-9668
Fax: 864-801-8180
E-mail: cbeckman@beckmanprecision.com
E. VA & Northeast NC
Bob Hodge
Beckman Precision, Inc.
1316 Elmwood Drive
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
804-520-4200
Cell: 804-720-2198
Fax: 804-520-0602
E-mail: bhodge@beckmanprecision.com
E. SC & Southeast NC
Charlie Inderrieden
Beckman Precision, Inc.
396 Blue Stem Drive 58A
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
843-979-0576
Cell: 843-450-5991
Fax: 843-979-0582
E-mail: cinderrieden@beckmanprecision.com
North & Central NC & VA
Dan Fredrickson
Area Sales Manager
Beckman Precision, Inc.
2936 Motsinger Rd.
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
336-769-2788
Cell: 336-831-4246
Fax: 864-801-8180
E-mail: DFredrickson@beckmanprecision.com
AL, GA, MS, TN
Bill Myers
SST
26762 Success Drive
P.O. Box 708
Madison, AL 35758
256-309-0404
E-mail: bill.myers@singlesourcetech.com
AL, Upper MS
Jack Nash
SST
2030 Vestavia Park Lane, Apt. B
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
205-824-2899
Cell: 205-612-9371
Fax: 205-824-2899
E-mail: jack.nash@singlesourcetech.com
GA
Bud Cowan
SST
4282 Marci Street
Snellville, GA 30039
770-267-9044
Cell: 678-227-2588
Fax: 770-267-9044
E-mail: bud.cowan@singlesourcetech.com
TN
Hale Reider
SST
865-250-9344
E-mail: hale.reider@singlesourcetech.com
FL
Bob Arthur
Arthur Machinery, Inc.
5903 Johns Rd.
Tampa, FL 33634
813-887-4455
Fax: 813-887-4456
E-mail: sales@arthurmachinery.com
Northeast
MA, CT, ME, NH, RI, VT
Able Machine Tool Sales
800 Silver St.
Agawam, MA 01001
413-786-4662
Fax: 413-786-5056
E-mail: sales@ablemts.com
NJ, MD, E. PA, Long Island
Automation Solutions, Inc.
882 S. Matlack St., Suite 204
Westchester, PA 19382-4956
610-430-3670
Fax: 610-430-3675
E-mail: inquire@asi-pa.com
NY, CT, DE, DC, ME, MD, NJ
EDM Sales & Supplies, Inc.
965 Ball Ave.
Union, NJ 07083
800-336-7283
Fax: 908-964-9585
E-mail: edmsave@edmsave.com
NY
Meagley Machinery, Inc.
4863 Enders Rd.
Manlius, NY 13104
315-682-1884
Fax: 315-682-5319
PA, WV
Perseo Erie Machine Sales, Inc.
1416 Liberty St.
Erie, PA 16502
800-900-9117
Fax: 814-456-8447
E-mail: info@perseoerie.com