Reference Number
The wire reference number. This number is used to look up the tool in the EDM tool library and must be unique.
Choose a reference number before selecting the add tool button. There are usually unused reference numbers following each group of tools. Use one of these numbers when adding new tools to the list.
Wire Description
This parameter is the description of the wire that is displayed in the Available Tools list box. The description cannot be greater than 40 characters.
Flush
The default flushing to be used with the wire. This can be Low, Medium, or High.
Drawing Files
Specify the files used to draw the tool and the tool holder. When tool paths are being drawn, you can press the tab key to toggle through displaying just the tool, the tool and the tool holder, or neither the tool nor the holder. The file in the Tool list box contains the design for the tool.
Click the "..." button to display the Select Tool Drawing File dialog box which is used to select an existing tool file
EDM Wire Parameters
Spark Gap
This value defines the distance to offset the tool path for spark compensation. The system does not include this offset in the toolpath. It is used by the control.
Diameter
This is the diameter of the wire.
Initial Power
The machine uses this value for the first burn into the material.
Power Setting
The machine uses this value for the length of the contour.