NC-EDM SYSTEMS VA / VH Advance Series MITSUBISHI NC EDM
Pursuing Machining Accuracy and Speed Handed Down for Generations The history of Mitsubishi Electric EDMs is the history of electrical-discharge machining Mitsubishi Electric EDMs have continued to advance to answer market needs, which continue to change with the times. We have searched for specifications which answer those needs, and are now leading the world of electrical-discharge machining with a powerful line-up for new machining fields.
Product Line-up Compact EDM Medium-sized EDM MA2000 EA8 EA12D 64-bit CNC 64-bit CNC 64-bit CNC （Vertical front door） （Vertical front door） ±0.002mm (0.00008") achieved ※The machining accuracy follows the Mitsubishi Electric machining conditions. Model Stroke (mm) (in) Max. workpiece dimensions (mm) (in) Max. workpiece weight (kg) (lb.) Max. electrode weight (kg) (lb.) Max. fluid level (mm) (in) MA2000M X: 400 (15.7) Y: 300 (11.8) Z: 300 (11.8) 600 (23.6) x 450 (17.7) x 250 (9.
Machining Samples Product Line-up Machining Samples Fine High-accuracy Machining Rib and Gate Machining Example of connector part machining EA8PV Advance ELMAX Electrode material 3 copper electrodes (electrode undersize 0.05mm (0.002") per side) In-corner R Surface roughness Machining time 0.010mm (0.0004") Rz: 0.50μm Ra: 0.
Machining Samples Product Line-up Machining Samples Ultrahigh-performance Machining with Graphite Electrode Large-area Machining GF2 control (option for all Advance models) Example of die cast mold machining When machining the die for die-casting parts, such as automobile engine cases, tall workpieces are machined with a complex and complicated electrode. To maintain stable machining, the effect of changes in the environmental temperature must be suppressed to a minimum.
Machining Samples Product Line-up Other Machining （NS powder specifications - option 〈EA12V/EA28V Advance〉） Examples of contour machining Model Workpiece material Electrode material Surface roughness Machining time Model Workpiece material Electrode material EA12V (NS powder specifications) SKH51 Copper Rz: 1.1μm Ra: 0.15μm 9 hours When finishing with NS powder, a uniform and high-grade finished surface can be attained compared to surfaces machined with normal dielectric fluid.
Advance Series Functions and Features Product Line-up ●User-friendly keyboard and mouse ●Easy-to-view screen (15-inch) ●Intuitive operations using Touch-panel control New Control Unit with Three Functions Machining • Optimum surface machining aiming to eliminate polishing • Realizes Rz 0.4μm (Ra 0.
Advance Control Unit Advance Control Unit Easy-Advance Supporting machining of various shapes with optimum machining conditions and easy programming Main menu ―ESPERADVANCE ■File ■Set-up ■Monitor ■Maintenance ■User customization Advanced program support functions • Exchange program data with external computers • Workpiece and electrode measurements are supported with graphical screens • Machining state is displayed in real-time • Replacement timing for various parts is displayed • Network ver
Advance Control Unit Advance Control Unit 3D-Advance Extensively using 3D CAD data at the workshop Advance control unit functions ■3D import • Read in machining instruction information (EPX) and 3D models of electrodes and workpieces (Parasolid) from CAD/CAM 3D-EXPERT • Changes in the electrical-discharge machining area are accurately calculated with 3D models of the electrode and workpiece • Optimum machining conditions are generated at the start of electrical discharge, thus increasing the machining
Advance Series Product Introduction Product Line-up Machining Samples EA8PV Advance Uniting High-accuracy Technology with High-speed FP-V Power Supply Control Technology Outstanding operability ―① ① ② Utilizing CAD data ―② • Machining instruction information (EPX) can be read from CAD/CAM • 3D data (Parasolid) can be read in • Area changes can be calculated from 3D model to optimize machining conditions (3D-EXPERT) • Thermal displacement compensation function, refined with the MA2000, is provided • Hig
Advance Series Product Introduction Product Line-up Machining Samples EA12V Advance Best-selling EDM Featuring Highly Advanced Accuracy and Productivity ① Outstanding operability ―① ② Utilizing CAD data ―② • Machining instruction information (EPX) can be read from CAD/CAM • 3D data (Parasolid) can be read in • Area changes can be calculated from 3D model to optimize machining conditions (3D-EXPERT) • Provides greatly improved machining speed and the tungsten carbide circuit is standard • Energy-saving
Advance Series Product Introduction Product Line-up Machining Samples EA28V Advance New High-speed, High-accuracy Medium-sized Model with Outstanding Operation and Maintenance Performance Outstanding operability ―① ① ② Utilizing CAD data ―② • Machining instruction information (EPX) can be read from CAD/CAM • 3D data (Parasolid) can be read in • Area changes can be calculated from 3D model to optimize machining conditions (3D-EXPERT) Advance control unit ③ Rough EA22E ＋FP100EA Machining time Finish
EA Series Functions and Features Product Line-up Machining Samples Refined Style, High-performance, Energy-saving Power Supply, Ample Know-how Advance Series Advance Series Advance Control Unit Functions and Features Product Introduction EA Series Functions and Features Program Thermal displacement compensation function〈EA30/40/50〉 Motor Guide rail (fixed) Work table Motor Guide nut (movable) Ball screw Bed Square working tank Nut Guide rail (movable) Time Other brands L1=Constant Machining
64-bit Control Unit Product Line-up Machining Samples 64-bit Control Function（MA2000,EA,VA Series） Machining program creation Workpiece measurement Machining programming tool E.S.P.E.
MA, EA Series Product Introduction Product Line-up Machining Samples MA2000 Flagship EDM Model Combining Advanced Technologies ① Room temperature Displacement • Full-cabin structure shuts out the effect of external temperature fluctuation • EDM's general temperature is constantly controlled with fluid circulation • Mitsubishi Electric original high-accuracy thermal displacement compensation function is added Highly rigid C-axis ―② • Highly rigid C-axis realizes stable machining • Highly accurate helical
MA, EA Series Product Introduction Product Line-up Machining Samples EA8 / EA12D Powerful Functions in a Compact Body ① FPⅡ power supply ―① Advance Series Advance Series Advance Control Unit Functions and Features Product Introduction • Standard low-wear machining circuit and finishing circuit • High-grade finishing, suitable for die machining, is possible • Energy-saving specifications incorporate no-resistance method Highly accurate and rigid machine structure―② • Highly rigid structure has low head
MA, EA Series Product Introduction Diverse Line-up for Machining Large Workpieces Automatic vertical front door (EA40/EA50) (EA30/EA40/EA50) The working tank door opens and closes automatically when a button is pressed. In addition, work safety and operability are enhanced as the front door's clamp is automatically latched.
Machine Specifications and Options Product Line-up Machining Samples Options and retrofit specifications differ according to country and region, so please check with your dealer. Machine specifications EA12VM ADVANCE x 2050 x 2335 [mm (in)] 1750 [mm (in)] (68.8 x 80.7 x 91.9) [kg (lb.)] 3725 (8200) [kg (lb.)] 2000 (4400) 300 x 250 x 250 x 300 x 300 [mm (in)] 400 [mm (in)] (15.7 x 11.8 x 11.8) (11.8 x 9.8 x 9.8) 223 to 473 (70 (2.8) granite table to 570 Distance between table [mm (in)] 270 [mm (in)] (8.
Machine Specifications and Options Options Main option correspondence table ◎Standard equipment ○Can be added after installation ●Cannot be added after installation ×Not available ADVANCE ○ ADVANCE ○ ● ○ ○ × ● ○ ○ ● ○ ○ ○ × × × × × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ◎ ○ ○ × ● × ● ● ○ ○ ● ○（Note 9） ○（Note 9） ○（Note 9） × × ● ● ● × × × ○ ◎ ○ ○ × × ● ● ● ○ ○ ● ●（Note 3） × × × × × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ◎ ○ ○ × ● ● ● ● ○ ○ ● ◎ ● × × × × × × ◎ ◎ × × × ● ● × ○ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ × × ●（Note 7） ●（Note 8） ○ ○ × EA8M EA12DM EA30M ○ × ○ ○ × ○ ○ ○ ×
Tooling EROWA System Chart Spindle Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Chuck Chuck ■C-axis/Spindle/Automatic clamp ■Adaptor plate （Combi specifications） （MACRO specifications） 3R-A11489 （Japan specifications 3R-A400-16） Combi MACRO ■Removable holder ■EJ-1432 adaptor plate COMBI ITS ■C-axis/Spindle/Automatic clamp 3R-16M-MACRO-R （ MACRO Adaptor plate: 3R-A400-12 Pallet holder: 3R-600.24-S 3R-605.
Power Supply/Control Specifications Manual input positioning Graphic check Network specifications Maintenance functions Outline dimensions (W x D x H) [mm (in)] Weight [kg (lb.)] Power supply unit Fuzzy adaptive control, SS jump, OrbitPro C30EA-2 USB flash memory, RS232C Slide pad 10.4-inch color LCD Alphanumeric characters CNC closed loop (Z-axis scale feedback specifications standard, excluding EA8M) Maximum four axis XYZ ... 0.1μm, C (rotary axis) ... 0.0001° XYZ ... 0.1μm, C (rotary axis) ... 0.
Total Solutions Product Line-up Machining Samples Mitsubishi Electric EDM Automation System Electrode/Workpiece automatic changer unit EDCHANGE Electrode/Workpiece control Offline set-up system ID tag system • A system to carry out electrode core alignment measurement and pallet set-up measurement outside of the EDM can be structured by using this system with the coordinate measuring machine • The ID tag attached to the electrode or workpiece pallet can be read and registered into the program by scanni
Total Solutions Product Line-up Machining Samples Offline Applications 3D die design 3D CAD/CAM system Electrical-discharge /Milling CAM Electrode design orbit deformation Machining program creation Electrode machining Electrode/Workpiece management Machining schedule Die-sinking electricaldischarge machining Remote monitor /Notification results collection Offline automatic programming system Electrode and workpiece management system Schedule operation system ESPERADVANCE PRO Collaboration wi
Preparation for Machine Installation Product Line-up Machining Samples Preparation for Machine Installation Checklist for machine installation Oil for EDMs Installation conditions 1) Determine the workpiece 2) Determine the machining site Dielectric fluid example (ENEOS Metal Work EDF-K2) 3) Determine the pre-processing site Table of dielectric fluid properties 4) Determine the post-processing site • Check each item, and make sure that no item or order is overlooked Product brand Item Density g/cm
Preparation for Machine Installation Precautions Product Line-up Machining Samples Cautions Selecting the power facility capacity Preventing fires and accidents with EDMs Never attempt the following operation methods. These are extremely hazardous. Nozzle Total power input Facility capacity (Machine input + power supply input + dielectric fluid temperature control unit input) Electric discharge between tool electrode and jet nozzle.
MITSUBISHI WIRE EDM & FINE HOLE EDM PA Series Ultra-high accuracy Wire EDM Ample lineup corresponding to needs for part machining to super-accurate mold machining. Mitsubishi helps improve our customers' productivity with total solutions covering machine, generator, adaptive control, automated systems and networks.
MA/EA /VH/VA Series NAGOYA WORKS: 1-14, YADA-MINAMI, 5-CHOME, HIGASHI-KU, NAGOYA 461-8670, JAPAN * Not all models are supported for all countries and regions. * Machine specifications differ according to the country and region, so please check with your dealer. * Processing data provided in this brochure is for reference only. K-KL1-7-C0016-E NA1011 Printed in Japan (MDOC) Revised publication, effective Nov. 2010. Superseding publication K-KL1-7-C0016-D Aug. 2008.
