AGIE CHARMILLES FORM E 600 EDM Machines

AGIE CHARMILLES FORM E 600 die-sinking EDM was built in 2024 in China by Beijing Agie Charmilles Co., Ltd. The machine is designed for precision EDM machining of workpieces with a maximum weight of 1000 kg. Electrical discharge machining enables complex shapes to be made in even the hardest materials, as well as minimises or completely eliminates the need for further finishing processes, such as polishing.

The AGIE CHARMILLES FORM E 600 is a state-of-the-art solution for companies looking for high efficiency, precision and low operating costs. The stable design is based on a rigid ‘C’ shaped frame and a cross table that performs movements in the X and Y axes. Precise positioning in all linear axes is ensured by servo drives that work with ballscrews, encoders and measuring scales with a resolution of 0.1 μm. The accuracy of the movements is additionally controlled with a laser interferometer and corrected by software in accordance with ISO/VDI 3441. The C axis is integrated in the workhead quill and enables rotation of the electrode around the Z axis. All linear guides and ball screws are lubricated continuously by a central lubrication system.

The machining process is performed in a tank filled with dielectric fluid, which improves the surface quality and dimensional accuracy of the workpieces. Dielectric level and temperature sensors monitor the working conditions and, if the permissible parameters are exceeded, stop the machine and generate warnings. The work table with a length of 800 mm and a width of 600 mm has T-slots for fast and easy workpiece clamping. The 6-position electrode changer is positioned outside the tank so that it does not restrict the work table space. The advanced iQ module reduces electrode wear by maximising the energy of each pulse. This system eliminates lateral and frontal electrode wear, optimises working dynamics and flushing conditions.

The AGIE CHARMILLES electric discharge machine is also equipped with a digital ISPG generator with a microprocessor control module. It cooperates with the TECFORM module, which automatically selects technological parameters for different material combinations, increasing productivity and machining quality. The entire system is complemented by CNC control with a modern AC FORM HMI interface. The control system enables rapid creation of machining programmes with graphic programme simulation, import of data from external devices via the network and full process control. All this makes the offered FORM E600 sinker EDM an excellent choice for demanding industrial applications. The total weight of the machine is 4050 kg.

Technical specifications of the AGIE CHARMILLES FORM E 600 die-sinking EDM
- number of axes: 4 (X,Y,Z,C)
- feed in the X/Y/Z axis: 600/400/400 mm
- C axis rotational speed: 0-100 rpm
- maximum manual feed rate in the X,Y axis: 4 m/min
- maximum manual feed rate in the Z axis: 6 m/min
- maximum Z-axis acceleration: 2.5 m/s2
- work table dimensions (L x W): 800 x 600 mm
- maximum workpiece dimensions (L x W x H): 1000 x 700 x 400 mm
- maximum workpiece weight: 1000 kg
- maximum electrode weight: 100 kg
- maximum electrode weight with C axis: 25 kg
- minimum electrode surface roughness: 0.1 μm Ra
- maximum distance from work table to holder: 650 mm
- minimum distance from work table to holder: 250 mm
- positioning resolution: 0.1 μm
- dielectric tank capacity: 750 l
- number of dielectric unit filters: 6x H15 (3-5 μm)
- compressed air pressure: 6-9 bar
- maximum ambient temperature: 28°C
- relative humidity: <80%
- maximum generator current: 140 A
- power: 9.3 kVA
- power supply: 3x 400 V; 50 Hz
- dimensions (L x W x H): 1600 x 2845 x 2858 mm
- weight of the AGIE CHARMILLES FORM E600 machine: 4050 kg

Equipment of the AGIE CHARMILLES sinker EDM
- CNC controller with 17″ LCD screen and Windows operating system
- user interface: AC FORM HMI
- C axis
- S3R measuring probe with a 3 mm ball
- 6-position electrode changer
- S3R Macro electrode holder
- ISPG (Intelligent Speed Power Generator) generator
- dielectric unit
- TECFORM module for improved and more efficient machining, reliability and predictability
- iQ module for minimising graphite and copper electrode wear
- set of reference balls to measure tool offsets in the X,Y,Z,C axis directly on the machine
- dielectric cooling device
- optical scales on all axes
- SPD overvoltage protection system
- central lubrication system
- electrical cabinet
- RS232C port
- LAN port
- USB port (2 pcs)
- heat exchanger
- fire preparation
- CE certification