What is hole popping?

EDM Hole Popping Capabilities uses EDM hole popping technology to drill small holes in a variety of types of parts. EDM hole popping is perfect for fast, accurate, and deep hole drilling applications. Small holes once impossible to drill by conventional machine tools are now performed with EDM.

What is hole EDM?

The EDM in hole drilling stands for ‘Electrical Discharge Machining’. The hole produced can be roughly 200-250 times smaller than the effective drilling depth so the process is extremely effective for long deep small holes. Typical hole diameters range from 0.010” up to 3/16”.

What is fast hole EDM?

Fast Hole Drilling EDM This type of hole drilling relies on an energized rotating tube electrode, along with high-pressure flushing, to produce fast and accurate machining that results in small, deep holes in conductive metals. Each EDM type operates on the same principle of erosion or wearing via electrical discharge.

How does EDM drilling work?

An EDM drill works by creating a spark between the workpiece and the electrode tube as it begins to drill into it. The spark from the drill generates an intense amount of heat and jumps across the gap between the two and erodes the workpiece.

Can wire EDM make holes?

If your parts or components require extremely small-diameter holes popped with high precision and accuracy, you need American Wire EDM. With the capabilities to drill blind or through holes as small as 0.010″ in diameter, we offer EDM hole popping services to meet the needs of any industry or application.

What is an EDM machine used for?

EDM is a thermal process for removing unwanted material by applying cycled discharging sparks in the gap between an electrode and a conductive workpiece. This method is typically used for machining refractory metals and hard materials, which are difficult to machine with conventional machining techniques.

What is the drill machine?

A drill or drilling machine is a tool primarily used for making round holes or driving fasteners. It is fitted with a bit, either a drill or driver, depending on application, secured by a chuck. Some powered drills also include a hammer function.

What is the basic principle of EDM?

Basic Principle: Process and applications of EDM. EDM is a machining technique for electrically conductive materials in which the tool consists of a fast and controlled continuous series of electric arcs between an electrode and the workpiece.

Which type of electrode is used for drilling in electro discharge machining?

5. Which type of electrode is used for drilling in Electro discharge machining? Explanation: Tubular electrode is mostly preferred in Electro discharge machining, for drilling purpose.

Is EDM wire expensive?

EDM wire, at its current cost of approximately $6 a pound, is the single highest cost related to the use of WEDM technology. The faster a machine unspools wire, the more it costs to operate that machine.

What is the difference between a pillar drill and a drill press?

A pillar drill is for drilling pillars, and a drill press is for keeping your drill wrinkle free!

How big of hole can American Wire EDM drill?

With more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, American Wire EDM is a trusted resource for EDM hole drilling. We utilize state-of-the-art, CNC-operated EDM machinery to drill blind- or through-holes as small as 0.005” in diameter in materials as thick as 11.61”.

How does an EDM hole drilling tool work?

However, instead of wire, EDM hole drilling uses an electrically charged metallic electrode tool that works much like a traditional drill bit. The material being worked serves as the second electrode, and electrical discharge between the workpiece and the tool creates sparks that rapidly cut away material.

How big is a pilot hole for EDM?

We utilize state-of-the-art, CNC-operated EDM machinery to drill blind- or through-holes as small as 0.005” in diameter in materials as thick as 11.61”. These holes can be part of your product design or used as pilot holes for additional wire EDM processing.