The ANCA EDG3 contains many new and novel approaches to increase the performance of the erosion process. Utilizing the AMD5x EtherCAT servo system, the machine and generator have not only been co-developed, they are also synchronized, enabling a real time and adaptable erosion processes. This allows the AMD5x and CNC system to intelligently monitor and optimise the erosion in-process, increasing tool quality while reducing cycle times. Unlike our competitors, the ANCA EDG3 is able to enhance the closed-loop processes by modifying the CNC kernel in real-time, extending the closeness and adaptability of the intelligent erosion controls.

 

Adaptive Spark Control (ASC)
 

Adaptive Spark Control (ASC) is a high-speed feature that automatically monitors and adapts the energy level of every spark based on the substrate it is eroding (PCD, carbide or HSS). By adapting the erosion process in real time, ASC optimises the process leading to less cobalt leaching and a reduction in undercut at the PCD-carbide border.  This leads to a stronger cutting edge and a finished tool that is less prone to chipping. This helps achieve longer tool life, less tool wear and lower tooling costs.
 

Intelligent Adaptative Control (IAC)
 

Intelligent Adaptive Control (IAC) is an in-time, servo-controlled feature that automatically monitors and control the erosion gap distance in-process. IAC adjusts and maintains the optimum spark gap distance which is very important when eroding 3D geometries such as PCD flutes and gashes on drills and endmills. With geometry changing in up to 5-axes at once, IAC automatically adjusts the gap distance and machine feedrate to optimise the erosion speed and surface finish. This automatically results in increased feedrates, minimum thermal damage, superior surface finish, increased MRR and decreased cycle time.

Diversity in capabilities is a key strength of the EDG3.  Building on ANCA’s heritage of market leading application software for rotary cutting tools, the EDG3 application software ensures it is equipped to tackle the wide and varied range of PCD, carbide and HSS tools used across all industries. 

With a market leading pedigree in PCD drills and endmills, the ANCA EDG3 is optimised for creating complex fluted and shear tooling with ease. Incorporating ANCA’s well known ToolRoom suite of software, the ANCA EDG3 is well equipped to the whole range of tooling. From stepped reamers for automotive, twist drills for aerospace, multi-insert routers for wood working or profile routers and micro drills for the 3C industry, the EDG3 software equips you for all likely challenges.

Dual function erosion and grinding

EDG3 has the flexibility to perform both erosion and grinding operations in the one setup. This makes it a highly adaptable machine capable or manufacture and resharpening not only PCD tools, but also solid carbide and HSS too, meaning your business is better equipped to respond to the varying needs of your customers over time.
 

X and Y Linear Scales

For increased performance in high quality PCD, HM and HSS tooling, the ANCA EDG3 comes standard with linear scales on both the X and Y axes. A proven accessory, linear scales maintain the accuracy and repeatability of the grinding and erosion process enabling the creation of perfect tools.

Electrode Dresser

Micron precision in the electrode profile and runout will ensure optimal erosion processes. The integrated post mount dresser inside the EDG3 facilitates electrode dressing and is supported by simple setup with easy to use application software.
 

Premier Collet System

ANCA’s own Premier Collet System ensures micron accuracy for tool runout, with 3 different size options to handle tools up to 40mm shank diameter.