Material Removal

CS1-EA: Hybrid Burr-Free and Precision Abrasive Cutoff Machine

The Tridex CS1-EA Hybrid Burr-Free Electrochemical (ECG) & Precision Abrasive Cutoff Machine combines the best of the CS1-A Precision Abrasive and CS1-E Electrochemical Cutoff machines into one robust and compact design. The hybrid design provides flexibility depending on the part being cut.

Applications for ECG Cutoff

Medical Device Tubing
Hypodermic Needles
Catheters and Guidewires
Flexible and Perforated Tubing
Aircraft Fuel & Oil line Tubing
Ultra-High Purity Tubing for Gas Delivery Systems
Heat Exchanger Tubes
Chromatography and Capillary Tubing
Zirconium and Nuclear Applications
Automotive Tube Applications
Complex Extruded Shapes

Applications for Abrasive Cutoff

Stainless and Nickel Alloy Forging Blanks
Hardened Tool Steel Rod
Tungsten and Molybdenum Rod
Rubber/Metal Extrusions
PEEK and PEEK-SilTM Tube
Dental Alloys
Ceramics
Ferro-Magnetic Alloys

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Product Details

Key Features

Electrochemical Cutoff for Burr-Free tube or wire cutoff.
Precision Abrasive cutoff with minimal burr.
Easily change between ECG and Abrasive modes.
Cuts multiple tubes or bars per cycle.
All stainless construction including full access stainless splash guard and electrolyte/coolant tank.
Easy setup and operation using color touchscreen HMI.
Fixtures and jobs can be changed in one minute.
Programmability and flexibility of changing cut lengths without operator input.
Offered in right-or-left-hand configuration to create a work cell with one operator running two machines.
Thin, inexpensive rubber-bonded wheels never go dull or need sharpening, minimizing kerf loss.
Leaves parts with a smooth surface finish, 0.2 -0.4 RA typical.

Specs

Cutting Capacity – Diameter: Standard .012 in (0.3 mm) to 3.15 in (80 mm)
Cutting Capacity – Length: min .25 in (6 mm) to .12 in (3 mm)
Positioning Accuracy: .0004 in (0.01 mm)
Traverse Speeds: 600 in/min (15 m/min)
High Precision Spindle: Ceramic Bearings and Air Purge
Spindle Motor: 7.5 HP direct drive servo motor
Power (Precision Abrasive Mode): 460 V, 60 Hz standard. 380 V, 50 Hz optional
Power (Electrochemical Mode): 20 V, 300 A DC – 600 A optional
Carbide Blade Guides (Abrasive Mode): Low profile with simple adjustment control
Control: Operator pendant color touchscreen
Fixtures: Quick change – no tools required
Electrolyte/Coolant Supply Tank: 50 gal (200 L) Stainless Steel
Safety Standards: Meets CE and ISO-13849.1
Air: 4 cfm @ 80 psi
Machine Footprint: 137 in x 79 in x 79 in (3,480 mm x 2,000 mm x 2,000 mm)
Machine Weight: 3,300 lb (1,497 kg)