PECM-technique

Precise electrochemical metal machining (short PECM) is a cold, contact-free removal process with a vibrating electrode and controlled working gap, which enables the material to be dissolved in a targeted and controlled manner. This technology can be used to produce parts that require the highest precision and efficiency.

A pulsed direct current, which flows to the workpiece via the electrolyte, is applied between the electrode and the workpiece to be processed. The workpiece is anodically dissolved according to the geometry of the following electrode. The dissolved metal components are rinsed away by the flowing electrolyte.

This technology therefore enables the precise shaping of almost all metallic materials, regardless of their hardness.

WTN – YOUR COMPETENT PARTNER FOR PECM

As a full-service supplier, we take PECM technology into consideration as early as the design stage of your tools to give you the greatest benefit. Due to our high vertical range of manufacture, all necessary blanks, devices and, above all, electrodes can be produced in our own tool shop.

The various possibilities of our quality assurance also ensure that your tools are tested with the optimum measuring method. Benefit from the many advantages of this technology and our know-how! The WTN experts are available to answer your questions at any time and will be happy to advise you in detail.

Advantages

Da es sich um ein kaltes, berührungsloses Bearbeitungsverfahren ohne Wärmeeintrag handelt, bietet diese Technologie viele Vorteile gegenüber konventionellen Metallbearbeitungsverfahren.

No process-related electrode wear
With a uniquely manufactured electrode, an almost unlimited number of identical parts can be produced. This method is therefore very suitable for small/large series and prototype production.
Roughness up to Ra 0.05 µm possible
A finishing of the tool is therefore no longer necessary.
Scaling, sizing and polishing in one operation
Different electrodes are not required during the working process and electrodes do not need to be changed.
No white layers
The tool has a longer service life as this process does not produce white layers.
No temperature penetration into the material structure
As there are no thermal or mechanical loads due to the process, no structural changes or microcracks occur on the tool. In addition, there is no heat-induced tool distortion.