The ring samples were created to demonstrate the effectiveness of Wire-cut EDM technology for creating artistic consumer products in a relatively short amount of time. The samples were cut from titanium using the WEDM and then polished by using a Sodick EBM.
Machining Data:
| Machine: | Sodick AQ327L WEDM |
| Work material: | Grade 5 Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V) |
| Dielectric: | De-ionized water (non-submerged) |
| Wire: | 0.25mm hard brass |
| Work thickness: | 2mm |
| Surface roughness: | 5 um, Ry |
| Total cycle time: | 76 min |
