Wire-cut EDM Systems

NA Series

Series

MITSUBISHI WIRE EDM

 Three advantages
for the next era
High quality
Reaching for the leading edge of Monozukuri A refined design makes impossible accuracies possible
(Excellent-product development/manufacturing) together with you
Usability
There are things which only Mitsubishi Electric, the leader in electrical-discharge machines, can do. An ultimate operability is extremely operator-friendly
Introducing the wire-cut EDM, which combines the innovative technology style from drive
systems to control systems and power systems. Economy & Ecology
The NA Series, surpassing common knowledge to open up the next era. Enhanced efficiency reduces operating costs
from energy used to consumables

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NA1200

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High-grade model combines high accuracy and ease of use

Outline drawing 555 313(12.3) (Unit: mm (in)) Table diagram (Unit: mm (in))
150st 150st (21.9)
(5.9) (5.9) 650(25.6)

Machining samples
115(4.5) 420(16.5) 115(4.5)

115(4.5)
50 480(18.9) 50

137 533(21.0)
(2.0) 8×50=400(8×19.7=15.8) (2.0)
200st 200st 50(2.0)

Dielectric fluid chiller unit:1663(65.5)

(7.9) (7.9)

50(2.0)
150st 44-M8

220st (5.4)
(5.9) tapped holes

2015(79.3)
1905(75.0)

(8.7)
1767(69.5)

Filter:1374(54.1)

100(3.9) 100(3.9) 100(3.9)

6×50=300(6×19.7=11.8)
1243(48.9)
1235(48.6)
300st 400st

300(11.8) Travel
950(37.4)

993(39.1)
(11.8) (15.7)

550(21.7)
320(12.6)
380(15.0)
588(23.1)

Drive systems
400(15.7) Travel

50(2.0)
1195 (47.0) 920 (36.2)
850(33.5) 850(33.5)
1325(52.2) 555(21.9)

115 (4.5)
267(10.5) 537(21.1) 1902(74.9) 1700(66.9) 472(18.6)
2172(85.5)
2706(106.5)

(2.0)
100 100 100 Table mounting

50
(3.9) (3.9) (3.9) holes

Layout drawing (Unit: mm (in)) Machine specifications (standard specifications)

Power systems
216
Model NA1200
740(29.1)(8.5) 600(23.6)
Maximum workpiece dimensions (W×D×H) [mm](in) 810(31.9)×700(27.6)×215(8.5)

min.200(7.9)
50(2.0) [kg](lb)

Machine unit
Maximum workpiece weight 500(1100)
Table dimensions [mm](in) 650(25.6)×550(21.7)

600(23.6)
Wire C
collection Power Default machine dimensions Machining travel (X×Y×Z) [mm](in) 400(15.7)×300(11.8)×220(8.7)
box supply DI resin
Width: 1700mm(66.9") Machining travel (U×V) [mm](in) ±60(2.4)×±60(2.4)

97(3.8)
Height: 1965mm(77.4") Max. taper angle [ °] 15 (at max. 200mm(7.9"))
Wire diameter [mm](in) 0.1(.004) to 0.3(.012)*1
D A: Clean tank drain port Weight [kg](lb) 2500(5500)

2655(104.5)
B Fitted with PT1/2 screw valve Tank capacity [ ](US gal) 450(119)

Machining Control
20kg(44.1lb)

320(12.6)
(52mm(2.0") from floor) Filtration method Paper filter (two)
Machine

Dielectric
wire spool Dielectric fluid

2009(79.1)

reservoir
unit (option) body chiller unit mounted B: Dirty tank drain port Filtered particle size [µm] 3

fluid
94 Dielectric fluid Fitted with PT1 screw valve [ ](cu.ft.)
(3.7) ø Water purifier (DI resin) 10(0.35)
(3. 100 (52mm(2.0") from floor)

1140(44.9)
reservoir Dielectric fluid chiller unit Unit cooler
9) C: Power supply port
A Weight (when dry) [kg](lb) 300(660)
200/220VAC±10%
50/60Hz, 13.5kVA *1: 0.25 wire DD guides come as standard for the USA market.
Levelling
bolt (×3) D: Primary air side
[kVA]

min.300(11.8)
0.5 to 0.7MPa, 75 /min(2.6cu.ft./min) or more General input 13.5
1/4 hose connection Required air pressure [Mpa](psi) 0.5 to 0.7(70 to 100)
min.300(11.8) 2172(85.5) min.400 (15.7) Required air rate
(hose sleeve outer diameter: ø9mm(.35")) Fluid rate [ (cu.ft.)/min] 75(2.6) or more
min.800(31.5): When 20kg(44.1lb) wire 110(4.3)

Machine systems
spool unit is mounted Operation panel
(monitor)

NA2400 High-grade model combines high accuracy

Control Unit
Outline drawing (Unit: mm (in)) Table diagram (Unit: mm (in))
300ST 555(21.9) 313 300ST
and ease of use With larger capacity. (11.8) (12.3) (11.8) 50 50 680(26.8) 50 50
(2.0) (2.0) (2.0) (2.0) 72-M8
40 12×50=600(12×1.97=23.6) 40
(1.6) 50 50 100 100 100 100 50 50 (1.6) tapped holes

120 533(21.0)
(2.0) (2.0) (3.9) (3.9) (3.9) (3.9) (2.0) (2.0)

10×50=500(10×1.97=19.7) (2.0) (2.0)

130(5.1)
50 50
Dielectric fluid chiller unit:1670(65.7)
(4.7)

(2.0) (3.9) (3.9) (3.9) (3.9) (2.0)

50 100 100 100 100 50
2150(84.6)

310ST
(12.2)

Filter:1535(60.4)
1767(69.5)

400(15.7) Travel
1387(54.6)
1338(52.7)

480(18.9)

420(16.5)
680(26.8)
1120(44.1)

Efficiency
400ST(15.7)

950(37.4)
600ST(23.6)

815(32.1)

815(32.1)
610(24.0)
600(23.6) Travel

130(5.1)
110(4.3) 976 (38.4)

(2.0) (2.0)
50 50
70(2.8)
388(15.3) 754(29.7) 1170 (46.1)
680(26.8) 760(29.9) 477(18.8) 915(36.0) 825(32.4)
796(31.3) 2254(88.7) 1740(68.5) 807(31.8) Table mounting
3050(120.1) 155 2547(100.3)
130(5.1) 620(24.4) 130(5.1) holes
(6.1)
880(34.6)

Options
Layout drawing (Unit: mm (in)) Machine specifications (standard specifications)
142 Model NA2400
min.200(7.9) 1280(50.4) (5.6) 600(23.6) Maximum workpiece dimensions (W×D×H) [mm](in) 1050(41.3)×820(32.3)×305(12.0)
50(2.0) [kg](lb)

Machine unit
Maximum workpiece weight 1500(3300)
20kg(44.1lb) C DI resin Table dimensions [mm](in) 880(34.6)×670(26.4)

600(23.6)
50kg(110lb) wire spool unit (option) Wire Power [mm](in) 600(23.6)×400(15.7)×310(12.2)
collection Machining travel (X×Y×Z)

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

wire spool 403 25 box supply Default machine dimensions [mm](in)

50(2.0)
unit (option) Machining travel (U×V) ±75(3.0)×±75(3.0)
(15.8) (1.0) Width: 2045mm(80.5") Max. taper angle [ °] 15 (at max. 260mm(10.2"))
Height: 2100mm(82.7")
(17.1)

Wire diameter [mm](in) 0.1(.004) to 0.3(.012)*1

434

B
[kg](lb) 3800(8377)
3050(120.1)

Weight
A: Clean tank drain port [ ](US gal)
A Tank capacity 800*2 (211)
Fitted with PT1/2 screw valve

2385(93.9)
Filtration method Paper filter (two)

Dielectric

reservoir
D (52mm(2.0") from floor)
Dielectric fluid Filtered particle size [µm] 3

fluid
chiller unit mounted B: Dirty tank drain port
[ ](cu.ft.)
(15.7)

Water purifier (DI resin) 10(0.35)

400st

Machine body Fitted with PT1 screw valve

Dielectric fluid (52mm(2.0") from floor) Dielectric fluid chiller unit Unit cooler
reservoir Weight (when dry) [kg](lb) 350(770)
ø100(3.9) C: Power supply port
200/220VAC±10% *1: 0.25 wire DD guides come as standard for the USA market.
min.300(11.8)

600st(23.6) 50/60Hz, 13.5kVA *2: 120 (31.7 gal) of separate dielectric fluid is required for the subtank (mounted on machine body).
D: Primary air side
Levelling bolt (×5) General input [kVA] 13.5
0.5 to 0.7MPa, 75 /min(2.6cu.ft./min) or more
min.300(11.8) 2702(106.4) 1/4 hose connection Required air pressure [Mpa](psi) 0.5 to 0.7(70 to 100)
Required air rate
min.690(27.2) min.400(15.7) (hose sleeve outer diameter: ø9mm(.35")) Fluid rate [ (cu.ft.)/min] 75(2.6) or more
(When 20kg(44.1lb) / 50kg(110lb) Operation panel
wire spool unit is mounted) (monitor)

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Samples

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Revolutionizing monozukuri (product creation) with high-accuracy
Machining samples machining which focuses on quality required for the next generation

Machining samples
Round machining High-accuracy connector machining
Model NA1200 • High machining accuracy is realized Model NA1200 • A machining accuracy of ±2µm
Function used OPT-drive system, EM control with the OPT-drive system’s high High accuracy, fine wire (.00008”) is possible when using the
responsiveness Function used L/D machining mode with Fine Wire.
Electrode machining specifications
ø0.2(.008")/BS This core pin example requires a
material • EM control suppresses possible Electrode
ø0.05(.002")/SP 0.15mm (.006”) pin width.
Workpiece STEEL (PD613) bumps or undercuts at the approach material

Drive systems
Workpiece point created during multiple skim Workpiece STEEL (PD613)
50mm(2.0'') cuts, attaining a higher degree of
thickness Workpiece Height: 20mm(0.8"),
Surface Rz2.0µm(79µ"Rz) / roundness thickness width: 2mm(.08")
roughness Ra0.25µm(10µ"Ra) Surface Rz0.9µm(35µ"Rz) /
roughness Ra0.1µm(4µ"Ra)

Power systems
High-accuracy pitch machining Long stroke, high-accuracy pitch machining
Model NA1200 • Highly accurate pitch machining is Model NA2400 • Even when machining large plates
Function used OPT-drive system possible using the OPT-drive system Function used OPT-drive system with a stroke of 300mm (11.8") or
Electrode and X/Y independent construction Electrode more, the OPT-drive system enables
ø0.2(.008")/BS method ø0.2(.008")/BS highly accurate machining.
material material

Machining Control
Workpiece STEEL (PD613) Workpiece STEEL (PD613) ±3µm (.00012”) is possible.
Workpiece Workpiece
20mm(0.8'') 20mm(0.8'')
thickness thickness
Surface Rz2.0µm(79µ"Rz) / Surface Rz2.0µm(79µ"Rz) /
roughness Ra0.25µm(10µ"Ra) roughness Ra0.25µm(10µ"Ra)

Machine systems
High-accuracy punch machining Tungsten carbide punch machining
Model NA1200 • A shape accuracy of ±1µm (.00004") Model NA1200 • A surface roughness of Rz1.0µm
Function used Digital-FS or less is realized Function used Digital-FS (.00004") or less and a machining
Electrode Electrode accuracy of ±1µm(.00004") are
ø0.2(.008")/BS • High-grade machining to a surface ø0.2(.008”)/BS
material material possible using Digital-FS for tungsten
roughness of Rz1.0µm or less is
Workpiece STEEL (SKD11) Workpiece Tungsten carbide (G8) carbide punch machining
possible with Digital-FS

Control Unit
Workpiece Workpiece
50mm(2.0'') 70mm(2.8”)
thickness thickness
Surface Rz0.7µm(28µ"Rz) / Surface Rz0.8µm(31µ"Rz) /
roughness Ra0.1µm(4µ"Ra) roughness Ra0.1µm(4µ"Ra)

High-accuracy fit machining of thick workpiece Fit machining of taper shape

Efficiency
Model NA2400 • Thick workpieces can be machined Model NA2400 • The UV-axis OPT-drive system realizes
Function used Digital-V power supply with a high straightness accuracy High accuracy, fine machining highly accurate tapered machining
using the Digital-V power supply Function used specifications, corner control with an angle of 7°
Electrode
ø0.3(.012")/BS
material • Highly accurate machining with a Electrode material ø0.25(.010")/BS • New corner machining control (CM3)
Workpiece STEEL (SKD11) straightness accuracy of 6µm (.0002") STEEL (SKD-11) improves a shape accuracy of corner
Workpiece
Workpiece is possible even with 300mm (11.8") - areas, so the mold can slide smoothly

Options
300mm(11.8'') thick workpieces
thickness Workpiece 150mm(5.9”)
Surface Rz4.8µm(189µ"Rz) / thickness
roughness Ra0.6µm(24µ"Ra) Surface Rz2.3µm(91µ"Rz) /
roughness Ra0.3µm(12µ"Ra)

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

High-accuracy fit machining Wide-angle taper machining
Model NA1200 • Corners can be machined to a high Model NA2400 • Wide-angle taper machining with an
Function used Corner control accuracy of ±1µm (.00004") using new angle of up to 45° is possible using the
corner machining control (CM3) Function used Angle Master Angle Master option
Electrode
ø0.2(.008")/BS
material • Highly accurate fit machining with a fit Electrode
ø0.25(.010")/MEGA-T
Workpiece STEEL (SKD11) clearance of 2µm (.00008") is possible material
Workpiece 20mm(0.8'') (die), Workpiece STEEL (SKD61)
thickness 60mm(2.4'') (punch) Workpiece
20mm(0.8")
Surface Rz2.0µm(79µ"Rz) / thickness
roughness Ra0.25µm(10µ"Ra) Surface Rz5.0µm(197µ"Rz) /
roughness Ra0.63µm(25µ"Ra')

* The listed machining results are all based on in-house conditions and measurements. * The listed machining results are all based on in-house conditions and measurements.
(Note) JIS B0601: '01 and ISO 4287: '97/ISO 1302: '02 compliant (Rz conventional notation Ry) (Note) JIS B0601: '01 and ISO 4287: '97/ISO 1302: '02 compliant (Rz conventional notation Ry)
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High quality

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Excellent frame design provides
Highly accurate drive systems higher-dimensional performance

Machining samples
Highly rigid structure
• Newly designed with CAE analysis, the machine structure is
highly rigid with a low center of gravity
• Ribs are optimally arranged to suppress the structure’s
deformation during axis movement

Drive systems
Optimum structure matches machining
applications
OPT-drive system
NA1200
• X/Y-axis independent construction method combines table
movement and column movement

Power systems
• This structural design eliminates axis overhang, enhancing
Highly rigid machining accuracy
structure
NA2400
• Drive method which combines table fixing and column
movement incorporated NA1200

• Fixed table, and movable-column design eliminates the need

Machining Control
to move large workpiece, enabling a higher degree of
machining accuracy

Machine systems
Integrated
rectangular table

Control Unit
NA2400

Optimum structure to match

UV-axis OPT-drive system*
machining applications • The UV-axis can also be fitted with the OPT-drive system
• High-accuracy taper machining is possible

Efficiency
* Compatible models: NA1200/NA2400 (option).
<NA1200 is shown>

Options
Servo amplifier

OPT-drive system

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

Integrated rectangular table
• Shape machining accuracy is greatly improved by the • A highly rigid one-piece stainless steel table is used for easy
synergetic effect of high-speed optical communication and workpiece setup
motor technology
• Workpieces can be machined to a high accuracy at any
• Optimum system uses Mitsubishi Electric servo amplifier and position
control units ADVANCE control unit

Drive section

Drive section

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Merging high speed and high accuracy
High-accuracy power systems Refined power supply control technology

Machining samples
High-speed anti-electrolysis power supply Comparison of AE and Comparison of water- and
(AE power supply) conventional machining oil- machined surfaces
AE machining Conventional machining Water machining Oil machining
• Electrolytic corrosion is suppressed to prevent the formation of

Machined

Machined
surface

surface
Machined surface Machined surface
softened layers
• Compatible with all power circuits from rough machining to

Edge
Workpiece top Workpiece top
finish machining

cross-section

cross-section

Drive systems
Machined

Machined
• High-speed, safe unmanned machining possible using water Crack
* The photo shows a comparison under adverse
conditions where electrolysis occurs easily.

Oxidization of workpiece surface

Aluminum Brass Titanium alloy

Power systems
Conventional machining AE machining Conventional machining AE machining Conventional machining AE machining

Machining Control
Shape control power supply (Digital-AE II) Comparison of straightness accuracy in finish machining
• Digitally control 3D shapes with the world's only (as of April '11) ,
electrical-discharge position control

Machine systems
Workpiece: Steel
• Reduce the total machining time by improving straightness 100mmt No. of cuts: 5 cuts
accuracy during rough, intermediate and finishing processes Electrode material: ø0.25mm(.010")

Conventional technology New technology

• Machining conditions are optimized
• Number of cuts are increased
• The upper/lower dimension difference is
compensated mechanically (taper angle)
The discharge rate relative to the
workpiece thickness is monitored by
the electrical-discharge position
control
200mmt

Control Unit
Shape control
power supply
0 5 10 15 20
Straightness accuracy (both sides) µm

Digital-AE

Mitsubishi Electric
conventional EDM

Efficiency
Super-fine finishing power supply (Digital-FS) Analyzed shape curve
• Optimum surface roughness of Rz0.4µm

Options
• Machining with the workpiece set directly on the table
(dedicated jig not required)
• Machining range not limited (entire XY stroke area)
• Achieves both surface roughness and straightness accuracy

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

• Extends die life and improves die releasing properties
Optimum surface roughness Rz0.4µm (.000016")
Ra0.03µm (.000001")
Tungsten 10mmt ø0.2 (.008")/BS

0.250µm

−0.250µm

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Advanced knowledge-base system controls
High-accuracy control system cutting-edge machine performance

Fully-automatic rough machining control

Machining samples
(PM control: Power Master) Examples of PM machining applications

• No need to set machining conditions or have EDM machining

know-how
• Automatically recognizes machining conditions
• Makes adjustments for the optimum machining condition

Drive systems
<3D-PM>
• Analyzes 3D data and recognizes shape characteristics
• Eliminates transition lines which appear easily in stepped
Stepped shape Stepped shape Cross-cavity shape
machining areas
machining machining machining
• Improves machining speed with nozzle close conditions

Power systems
Under-cut (dimple) reduction control
(EM control: Entrance Master)

Machining Control
• Reduces dimples at the approach section
• Allows shape adjustment from convex to concave
• Greatly reduces polishing time 2µm
No control: concave section depth
Dimple 250µm approx. 4µm

Example of corner
machining

Machine systems
Wire ø0.2 (.008")/BS
Workpiece 20mmt steel
Surface roughness Rz3.9µm 2µm
EM control: concave section depth
250µm within surface roughness

Control Unit
Machining surface step/straightness control 7µm 3µm
(.0003") (.0001")
(SL control: Stepless control)

• Greatly improves the step finish and wall straightness for

workpieces with varying thickness Conventional control:
Step, straightness -3µm to +7µm
• Finish complicated parts to a high accuracy (-.0001 to +.0003")
1µm

Efficiency
7.0µm 2µm
(.00004")
(.0003") (.00008")

SL control:
Corner machining control (CM3 control: Corner Master3) Wire tension control (TS Master) Step, straightness +2µm (+.00008") or less
-7.0µm
(-.0003")
• Improve machining accuracy at extremely small in-corners and • Suppress tension fluctuation to realize stable machining

Options
out-corners • Suppress lines on the machined surface after polishing
• Realize highly accurate shape machining even in complicated
geometry with several types and sizes of corners Conventional tension control TS master
• Corner accuracy can be easily controlled by the operator
Dimensional error control

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

Die-shaped machining samples Comparison of corner accuracies <Machining condition> <Comparison of straightness>
Machined surface (OM control: Orbit Master)
Wire electrode: ø0.2 (.008")/BS
Conventional corner control CM3 after polishing
• OM control is designed to attain a uniform electrical discharge Workpiece: SKD-11.60mm (2.4")
gap regardless of the corner shape No. of cuts, surface roughness:
6 cuts, Rz1.7µm
In-corner • This improves the radial shape error and greatly improves the
60˚ (Both sides)
total part accuracy
(R0.2mm) Section Section
(.008") A B
<Test shape>
Shape error: 2 to 3µm Shape error: 1µm
Using 3µm 3µm
Analysis of OM control (.0001") (.0001")
A:5mm B:4mm
In-corner machined surface (.20") (.16") Without 3µm 5µm
90˚ before polishing OM control (.0001") (.0002")

(R0.15mm)
(.006")

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Creating a comfortable,
Machine system function and operation reassuring operating environment

Machining samples
Increased machining stroke
• Ample stroke for large workpieces
X600 (23.6") × Y400mm (15.7") (NA2400)
X400 (15.7") × Y300mm (11.8") (NA1200)

Drive systems
Power systems
NA2400

High-accuracy taper machining (Angle Master)

• Angle Master function realizes high-grade machining of large

Machining Control
tapers
• Optimum taper specifications are automatically set to match
the wire electrode angle

Machine systems
Control Unit
All stainless-steel structure
• Workpiece mounting table
• Lower machine arm
• Seal plate
• Work-tank and dielectric fluid reservoir

Efficiency
3-sided elevating work-tank (NA2400) Hand lift mode (NA2400)
• 3-sided elevating work-tank allows easy loading of large • Top surface of the working tank can be lowered approx. 60mm
workpieces (2.4") from the top of the table

Options
• The machine table can be reached from three sides making • Table access is improved when loading/unloading using a hand
workpiece setups quick and easy lift
• Multiple workpiece setups are made easy by the open access
to the machine table
Seal plate self-cleaning mechanism

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

• Forced flush self-cleaning mechanism prevents sludge from
sticking to the stainless-steel seal plate
• A simple jet wash nozzle provides the operator with the ability
to quickly rinse down the work area after each job is completed

Example of NA2400

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Innovative design
Machine system function and operation for improving productivity

Machining samples
Compact head design
• The new compact head design greatly improves how close the
nozzle can get to stepped workpieces or clamping fixtures
such as vises and ruler systems

Drive systems
Power systems
One-touch lever clamp mechanism
• New one-touch lever clamping system provides quick, easy,

Machining Control
and accurate power feed indexing
• The clamp lever accurately locates the power feeder with
repeatable torque, unlike systems that use a set-screw method

Machine systems
Control Unit
Diamond guide
• A round diamond guide is used to provide the best accuracy for
both straight and taper cutting applications
• Both upper and lower guides can be replaced by simply
unscrewing the flush cups (no tools required)

Efficiency
Options
High-speed auto-threader: AT2 Jet off wire insertion

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

• High-speed, highly reliable 10-second automatic (AT Master)*
threading • The automatic wire threading range has been increased to
provide capability for wire breakage point insertion, top/bottom
countersunk hole insertion, slit insertion, small diameter initial
hole and submerged threading
• By using the AT Master guide kit and AT Enhance Mode
setting, the auto-threading performance can be improved
where using, jet stream on, causes enough turbulence to
prohibit threading.

* Applicable models: All models (option).

High-speed auto-threader Fine-Hole search function Applicable wire diameter: ø0.2, 0.25BS. (.008, .010” BS)

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Taking the interface to new heights
ADVANCE control intelligence and ease of use with three advanced levels

Machining samples
Easy-ADVANCE New advanced ergonomic design
Easy-to-read screen and outstanding operability Ergonomic design
• 15-inch LCD and touch panel • Smooth operations with mouse
• Simple menu configuration eliminates deep nesting • Easy-to-use screen, keyboard and mouse position

Drive systems
Enlargement of 3D
models using a mouse

Quick simple workpiece Setup
(Work alignment function)
• By measuring the workpiece flatness with a dial indicator, the wire
tilt can be automatically compensated to match the angle of the
Power systems
Creates NC data including machining condition
with easy operation (machining condition search function)
• Creates NC data with machining condition easily by an interactive
operation

Machining Control
part rather than taking time to indicate it in perfectly flat • The job schedule adjustment, used schedule call back, and extra
• Even when using multiple workpieces, the flatness can be job addition is now supported by the ME pack
automatically compensated in each workpiece coordinate system *ME pack is a pack of machining
without editing the program process including offset,
machining speed and adaptive
control setting.

Machine systems
Control Unit
3D-ADVANCE Advanced 3D data for machine control
• Reads and display 3D CAD data (Parasolid format *1)
with a built-in 3D CAM
• Extracts 3D model contours with a built-in 3D CAM
• Creates NC data including machining condition with a built-in

Efficiency
2D CAM
• Utilizing ME pack available in built-in 2D CAM
• Analizes shape features for improved machining
performance with a 3D-PM (refer to following page for details)
*1: Parasolid is a registered trademark of UGS PLM Solutions Co., Ltd.

Net-ADVANCE

Options
Advanced support service using Internet technology
Providing the newest systems, manuals and machining conditions
• The latest system software, manuals and machining conditions, etc., are provided through the Internet
• Users can download the latest version and upgrade their system

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

e-manuals

Machining conditions download

Machining know-how
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Extensive utilization of 3D CAD data
for machine control

Machining samples
Read 3D data
CAD/CAM system • 3D CAD data (Parasolid format * 3) can be
in use read and displayed in original format and Advanced 3D data
design information can be taken directly to
the site
for machine control
Built-in 3D CAM *1
3D-ADVANCE
3D CAD

Drive systems
• Extract contour lines with the height
designated in 3D data
• Transmit the contour lines to the built-in 2D
CAM

Built-in 2D CAM *2
• Create NC data from contour lines

Power systems
• Simple CamMagic operations 3D adaptive control EDM
• Revise drawings and define additional 3D-PM
3D CAD data
(Parasolid format * 3) CAM machining on the EDM
• Analyzes 3D data and recognizes shape characteristics
• Eliminates transition lines while improving machining performance
• Eliminates streaks which appear easily in stepped machining areas

Machining Control
• Improves machining speed when nozzles are closed

High compatibility
with CamMagic

Machine systems
- Common operability
Machining-defined data - Mutual use of
Upper/lower nozzles are closed
(CamMagic format) Machining-defined data Ma
ch
ini
ng
dir
ec
2D CAD Blind hole
tio
n

Control Unit
Check
Large step

Conventional machining 3D-PM machining

Efficiency
2D CAD data input
(DXF format, IGES format)

Setup
CAM

Options
Machining
Completion

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

Program check/monitor
• Overlay and display 3D data during the NC data
NC data path check
• Overlay and display 3D data on the monitor
screen even while machining
• Check the status at a glance 3D Viewer
• Reference the 3D image display at any time, *1 This is not a function to create or edit the 3D model.
even during setup *2 The 2D CAM is based on CamMagicW, but is limited to basic 2D CAM functions.
*3 Parasolid is a registered trademark of UGS PLM Solutions Co., Ltd.

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 Economy & Ecology

Product Line-up
Pursuing efficiency while realizing low costs
Efficiency and environmental awareness

Machining samples
New energy-saving mode (Sleep Mode) Saves electricity rates by Supplies power and Supplies dielectric
supplying only the minimum supplies the dielectric fluid fluid to the bottom
• The new energy-saving mode can be scheduled according to required amount of power to the bottom of the table of the table
the current job ending time and your next day start time
• In Sleep Mode, the amount of energy consumed is greatly
reduced through the use of an automated pump-shut-off EDM work Sleep Mode Recovery
Temperature
EDM work
adjustment
system
Machining time reduced by up to 30%

Drive systems
• Once the scheduled start time is reached, the system restarts
the fluid system thermally, stabilizing the machine for the next
Temperature has been adjusted
Digital V power supply improves machining days work so machine can be used immediately

Conventional performance in all ranges.

22:00 6:00 8:00
model End of day’s work Wake-up Start of day’s work
[Fluid system shut down time] [Fluid system start up time]

Power systems
NA 100
80
60
40 Flat power feed terminal
20
0 • The flat shape makes it easy to index to the next location

Machining Control
Conventional • A total of 48 index locations can be used (24 on each side)
model

Wire consumption rate reduced by up to 44%

NA

Machine systems
The new control system (Intelligent Master) optimally controls the
100
wire speed during machining. 80
60
40
20
0

Control Unit
Main tension roller
Machining power consumption (CO 2 emission
• Multiple indexing locations greatly reduces running costs Four positions usable by

conversion rate) reduced by up to 55 %

shifting spacer position

Major power-usage reductions during continuous

operation are achieved through the use of multifaceted

Efficiency
Conventional
model cost reductions and the union of new technology.
* The left graph gives the values when the same machining amounts are
Spacer Spacer
compared.

NA 100 Multiple use of main tension roller

80

Options
60
40
20
0

Conventional Large-diameter collection roller

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

model
• Large collection roller, now with multiple index locations, greatly
Total power consumption (CO 2 emission conversion rate)
reduces running costs
reduced by up to 69%
The combination of the above technology and the new "Sleep
NA
100
Mode" function greatly reduces the total energy used, including 80
60
during idling. 40
20
* The right graph gives the values when the idle time is contained and the same 0
machining amounts are compared. And NA uses Sleep mode at the idle time.

The above data is a comparison with designated machining conducted by Mitsubishi Electric using the conventional Mitsubishi FA Series.

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 Options

Product Line-up
: Standard equipment : Can be field retrofitted : Factory installation only : Not available

Machining samples
Option Name NA1200 NA2400
ø0.1 (.004"), ø0.15 (.006") Automatic threading *1
XY-axis OPT-drive system specifications
High accuracy, fine wire machining specification *2
Wire processing unit *3
Long stroke taper unit (±60mm) (±2.4")
Long stroke taper unit (±75mm) (±3.0")

Drive systems
Angle Master (S/W)
Angle Master guide kit
AT Master guide kit
UV-axis OPT-drive system Wire processing unit Digital-FS power supply
The OPT-drive system has been adopted for the UV-axis Spent wire is cut at discharge section
Digital-AE power supply
Fine machining system

Power systems
Special material machining power supply
Working tank door automatic lock

Automatic elevating work-tank (front door up/down) (3-face elevation)

Dielectric fluid overflow control

Ion exchange resin 10L (0.4cu.ft.) specifications (Organo)

Machining Control
Ion exchange resin 20L (0.7cu.ft.) specifications (Organo)
4-piece filter system
Advanced manual control box (with axis display)
Lighting
Angle Master guide kit AT Master guide kit Instruction manual (paper edition)
Max. 45˚ taper machining possible using dedicated diamond guide Broken wire threading performance is improved when using the AT Enhanced High-accuracy wire-alignment device / Wire-alignment device
mode and the (Type Z) guide kit. 0.2, 0.25 (.008, .010”) sizes available.
Tools (tool box)

Machine systems
Virus infection prevention
Workpiece clamp set
LAN/W *4
DNC (DNC64W S/W)
FTP (S/W)
*1 The ø0.1 (.004") and ø0.15 (.006") wires cannot be used with the wire processing unit. (These sizes can be used with the continuous wire feeder after removing the wire processing unit.)
*2 Available only with the ø0.05 (.002"), ø0.07 (.003") fine wire automatic feed specifications and UV-axis OPT-drive system specifications set.
*3 The wire processing unit cannot be mounted when using high accuracy, fine machining specifications.

Control Unit
*4 LAN cable should be used all straight wiring type with shielding connector, category 5 (100BASE-TX correspondence), STP (four shielded twist pair).
The switching type HUB should be used which can ground shielded LAN cable.

4-piece filter kit
4-piece filter specifications reduce filter replacement frequency
Advanced manual control box/standard manual control box
The advanced manual control box is provided with an LCD display,
and can be used for positioning, zero set and AT operations
Wire-cut EDM automation system Network connection specifications (DNC, FTP Options)
• Accumulates workpiece measurement data Data, such as NC programs, machining conditions and variables can be exchanged between a

Efficiency
· Compatible for external set-up using a coordinate personal computer and EDM.
measuring machine The required options differ according to the models and purpose, and can be confirmed using the
· Enables automatic measurement when measuring on an following table.
One IP address must be prepared for each EDM within the user’s in-house network.
EDM
Required Specifications Image drawing Required option Supplement
• Creates processes offline
Use EDM’s Explorer and receive
• Automatically exchanges workpieces using a robot Operate on the EDM side
Data transmission
data in the common HDD on the
and receive data from Standard EDM side.
DNC
personal computer. After that, data I/O operations are

Options
required.

Operate on the EDM side Data transmission

and and send data directly Data can be received just with data
FTP
to the EDM's NC data I/O operation.
High-accuracy wire-alignment device / Wire-alignment device Lighting <Personal computer>
<Coordinate measuring machine> <Robot + WEDM> area.
<Schedule software>
Use this device to align the wire to the table <Process creation software>

Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation

Data transmission The personal computer’s Explorer
Operate on the personal
and the EDM’s common HDD are
computer side and send Standard
used. After that, data I/O operations
data to the EDM.
are required with the EDM.

Commercially available DNC

Operate on the personal Data transmission
software must be installed on the
computer side and send
DNC personal computer side.
data directly to the EDM's
Refer to DNC Specifications for
NC data area.
details on operation.
* Contact your local Mitsubishi
Electric sales office or dealer for
more information.

Tools Workpiece clamp set

Clamp jigs dedicated for workpiece

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 Power supply /
Control specifications
�Power supply / Control unit specifications
Compatible model
Power supply unit specifications
Model
Power supply circuit
Cooling method
Anti-electrolytic power supply
Maximum output current
Power supply mode
Machine voltage selection
Machining setting
Power supply unit
OFF time
Stabilization circuit A
Stabilization circuit B
Stabilization circuit C
Stabilization circuit E
FM circuit (LA, LC, LD)
PM control
AVR
Unit dimensions (mm) (in)
Unit weight (kg) (lb)
Control unit specifications
Model
NC program input method
Pointing device
Display
Display characters
Control method
Number of control axes
Setting unit
Minimum driving unit (mm) (in)
Max. command value
Position command format
Interpolation function
Scale magnification
Optimum feed control
Control unit
Path-retrace control
Wire offset
Basic screen menu
Automatic 2nd cut
Machining condition (E-pack) storage
Program number command
Sub-program
Sequence numbers
Manual input positioning
Manual operation box
Graphics
User memory capacity
Maintenance function
Adaptive control
External dimensions (mm) (in)
Weight (kg) (lb)
�Control unit functions
Year, month, date display
Overlap window function
Character string replacement function
Geometric function
Floating decimal point function
Control command
Corner R
Corner chamfer
Linear angle command
30-sec. short-circuit stop
Simultaneous 2-axis wire alignment
Workpiece inclination compensation
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Machine Installation
Product Line-up
Preparation for machine installation
Machining samples
Checklist for Installing Machine 4. Grounding work
Wire-cut EDMs must always be grounded to prevent external noise, radio
NA1200 / NA2400 Determining the machining details disturbance, and earth leakage
Check each item, and make sure that no item or order is overlooked. Class C grounding (grounding resistance 10Ω or less) as set forth in the Electric
1) Determine the workpiece
Facility Standards is recommended for the EDM
· Class C grounding (isolated) is recommended (Wire-cut EDM dedicated
WN4 2) Determine the machining site
grounding) (Fig. 1)
Regenerative transistor pulse type 3) Determine the pre-processing site
Note) Provide isolated grounding for each machine.
4) Determine the post-processing site · Common grounding can be used if noise from other devices will not enter through
Completely sealed / Indirect cooling
the common grounding; the grounding cable must be connected independently to
Anti-electrolytic power supply in all modes
Drive systems
the grounding location (Fig. 2)
50A Preparation of installation fixtures · Use a 14mm2 grounding wire
1) Plan the installation fixtures
13 types (RH, RL, KH, KL, HP, CB, MP, HL, MA, LA, LB, LC, LD)
2) Prepare or manufacture the fixtures
17 types 5. Primary air equipment
243 types • Hose diameter : 1/4 hose (hose sleeve outer diameter: ø9.0 (0.35"))
Preparation of consumable parts • Pressure : 0.5 to 0.7MPa (70 to 100psi)
32 types • Flow rate : 75L/min or more (26cu.ft./min.)
1) Purchase consumable parts such as the wire electrode
10 types * Air (compressed air) is used to operate the automatic wire feeder and work tank door, etc. Air
20 types supplied from a normal compressor contains various impurities that could cause operation faults if
Power systems
they get into the pneumatic devices such as the solenoid valve. Install an air filter with drainage
3 types Training of programmers and operators discharge mechanism, etc., on the air source (primary source) piping to prevent the impurities
5 types 1) Select the programmers and operators from entering the pneumatic devices.
2) Apply for training seminars
3 types
3 notches (changeable with M code or screen) 6. Shield room
Install a shield room if a wire-cut EDM affects televisions or other communication
• Workpiece material: Steel, tungsten, copper, aluminum Confirmation of foundation work and power supply work facilities in the area. Observe the following points when installing the wire-cut
If there is any possibility of radio disturbance, investigate it prior to starting work.
• Applicable only for rough-cut conditions EDM in the shield room.
1) Confirmation of floor area 1. Ground the EDM in the shield room (Fig. 3)
Machining Control
• Not usable with CS mode 2. If the EDM cannot be grounded in the shield room, connect the wire-cut EDM's
2) Confirmation of environment (constant pressure, dust-proof room, measure for radio disturbance, prevention of external noise)
Built-in 3) Confirmation of foundation floor grounding cable to the shield room's grounding terminal (through bolt) as shown
600 × 650 × 1765 (23.6 × 25.6 × 69.5) 4) Foundation work
in Fig. 4
3. Consult with your dealer for details on installing a shield room
260 (572) 5) Primary wiring for power lead-in
6) Grounding work
Power supply unit Power supply unit
7) Construction of dielectric fluid (city water) supply/drainage facilities
W31NA-2 8) Air piping work
Machine body
R Machine body R
Keyboard, USB flash memory, Ethernet S S
T T
Touch panel, mouse Confirmation of delivery path
Machine systems
E E
15" color TFT Check the path inside and outside the factory to avoid any trouble during delivery.
Grounding cable
Alphanumeric characters 1) Traffic restrictions to factory for other device
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
CNC closed loop Road width
Entry road Shield room Shield room
Max. 4 axes simultaneously
2) Factory entrance and width of gate in factory m Machine Power supply Through Machine Power supply
X, Y, U, V … 1/0.1µm Factory building entrance dimensions (height × width) m×m
body unit bolt body unit
50nm (0.000050mm (0.000002")) 3) Constant-temperature, dust-proof room entrance dimensions (height × width) m×m
Within 1m
±99999.999mm Cautions
The standard delivery entrance dimensions for delivery in the standard shipping style are given on the
Combined use of increment/absolute value
Control Unit
product introduction page. If the entrance is smaller than the standard delivery entrance, the machine Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Linear, circular, and spiral dimensions may be shipped with different dimensions.
Contact a Mitsubishi Electric sales office for details (a separate estimate will be issued).
0.00001 ~ 99.999999 (G code) 0.001 ~ 9999.999 (S code)
Automatic selection of machining speed according to gap voltage sensing
Note that delivery may not be possible in some cases depending on the dimensions.
Precautions for Selecting Earth Leakage Breaker
To prevent malfunctions caused by the external noise from control units, etc., a filter
Reverse path retrace during a short-circuit Installation Conditions is installed on the power supply input. By grounding one end of this filter, an earth
±99999.999mm Offset numbers: 1 to 900 (intersection point calculation)
1. Installation site leakage current of approx. 30mA to 40mA passes through the filter. A highly sensitive
5 types (file, setup, machining support, monitor, maintenance) Constant-temperature, dust-proof room earth leakage breaker (sensitivity current 30mA) could malfunction. Thus, a
Interactive screen method · Recommended room temperature 20±1 [°C] (68°F±2) medium-sensitivity type earth leakage breaker (sensitivity current 100mA to 200mA)
· Usable temperature range 5 to 35 [°C] (44°F to 95°F) is recommended for the EDM. Class C grounding (grounding resistance 10Ω or less)
Efficiency
1 to 6999
Fluctuation of the temperature will directly affect the machine accuracy, so to is recommended for the wire-cut EDM. Even if the sensitivity current is 200mA, the
1 to 99999999 maintain performance accuracy, select a place with little temperature fluctuation. contact voltage will be 2V or less, and no problems will occur in preventing electric
Nesting level 30 Install the EDM in a constant-temperature room when performing high-accuracy shock (application of tolerable contact current Class 2, 25V or less).
machining even when using skim cuts.
1 to 99999 Note that an environment where the temperature fluctuates by 3°C (5°F) or more
Input on screen within 24 hours, or 1°C (2°F) or more within one hour can adversely affect the Disposal
High-speed, medium-speed, low-speed, ultra-slow speed, inching (0.0001mm/0.0005mm/0.0001mm) Positioning function, AT function machining accuracy. Make sure that the machine body is not subject to direct
The dielectric fluid, dielectric fluid filter, ion exchange resin and wire, etc., are industrial
wind from air-conditioners or to direct sunlight.
XY plane, XY-XZ plane, solid, table scaling, 3D model display, background drawing, automatic machining path drawing · Dust-free location is recommended. waste. These must be disposed of following national and local laws and ordinances.
1GB Grinding dust can adversely affect the machine's linear scales and ball screws, so
Options
Management of consumable parts (time display) pay special attention to the installation location to avoid this hazard (separate Harmonic Distortion
from grinding machine, or install in separate room, etc.).
SL, CM, EM, OM, PM · Humidity Within 30 to 75%RH (with no dew condensation) If there is harmonic distortion in the power supply, the machine operation could be
494 × 175 × 346 (19.4 × 6.9 × 13.6) (excluding keyboard and mouse pad) · Temperature range during transportation and storage affected even if the voltage does not fluctuate. In addition, the harmonic current could
-25 to 55 [°C] (13°F to 131°F) (when power is not connected) flow from the wire-cut EDM to the power system and adversely affect peripheral
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Tolerable vibration of installation floor devices. If the effect of the harmonic distortion causes problems, install a harmonic
· Select an installation floor where vibration or impact will not be conveyed suppression filter or take other measures.
Power supply / Control specifications Machine Installation
· As a reference, the vibration level should have a max. amplitude of 2µm or less at
a 10 to 20 [Hz] frequency
· Consult with the contractor or vibration measuring instrument maker for details on Recommended Wire Electrode
W31 (Advance control unit) Control Unit Functions
Reference block Program No. designation Automatic 2nd cut Axis exchange Maintenance check the measuring method Always use the following applicable wire electrodes.
Single block Simple automatic 2nd cut Mirror image Automatic taper degree calculation Foundation FBH Furukawa Electric
· The floor should be concrete with a thickness of 400mm (15.7") or more so it can SBS-HN Sumiden Fine Conductors
Dry run Expanded AT function Block delete Circumference calculation Status recording
sufficiently withstand the system’s weight HBZ-U (N) Hitachi Cable
Automatic return Graphics (drawing monitor) USB flash memory Backlash compensation Data variable operation · The installation floor inclination (step) must be 6/1000 (floor inclination 6mm per OB-PN Oki Electric Cable
User macro Graphics (program check) e-manual (electronic instruction manual) Pitch error compensation Alarm display 1m) (NA2400 Series) * Use of non-recommended wires could result in problems. Always use the recommended wire.
Automatic positioning (hole center, edge) Graphics (automatic machining shape drawing) Repeated positioning Soft limit (inside/outside prohibit) Machining time estimate
Automatic zero point return Graphics (surface display) Automatic power failure recovery Wire consumption estimate Built-in 2D-CAD/CAM 2. Machine heating value
Machining start hole return Offset Workpiece coordinate system (106 items) Hybrid Pack Built-in 3D-CAM
Recommended Sliding Surface Lubricant
• Approx. 8,140W of heat is generated per machine of which 1,512W is heat
Memory operation 1GB Coordinate reading PM control CM3 control EM control generated by the dielectric fluid control unit Use the following lubricants on the sliding surface. As of September 2011
Program edit Time reading SL control OM control Update system via Web • Take this into consideration when studying air-conditioning requirements Maker Product name
Coordinate rotation XY-axis independent scaling 3D graphic check 3D viewer (Parasolid data display) 3D model compatible PM control (3D-PM) Exxon Mobil Mobil DTE26
Pattern rotation Axis rotation Workpiece alignment Sleep Mode DAE control 3. Power supply equipment Idemitsu Kosan Super Hydro 68A
• Primary wiring Showa Shell Terrace Oil 68
3-phase 200/220VAC±10% 50/60Hz±1Hz JX Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation Super Mulpas DX68
• Power capacity
13.5kVA
* Use a 14SQ (mm2) or thicker cable for the primary connection.
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NA Series

HEAD OFFICE: TOKYO BLDG., 2-7-3, MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100-8310, JAPAN
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.

Revised publication, effective Sep. 2011.

Superseding publication K-KL2-0-C0038-B May 2011.
K-KL2-0-C0038-C NA1109 Printed in Japan (MDOC) Specifications are subject to change without notice.