Electrochemical

Machining (ECM)
 Electrochemical Machining (ECM)
Material removal by anodic dissolution, using electrode (tool) in
close proximity to the work but separated by a rapidly flowing
electrolyte
Electrolysis
ECM elements
ECM system components
DC power supply for ECM has the
following features:
The main functions of the
electrolytes in ECM
The electrolyte solution should, therefore, be able to:
Material Removal Rate
Volumetrik removal (m3)

• I = current (Amp)
• t = time (second)
• N= atomic weight of work material
• n = the valency of work material
• d = the density of work material
• η = current efficiency
Current density (S):

• E = Machining voltage (Volt)

• ρs = specific resistance of electrolyte (ohm-m)
• A = area of current path (m2)
• h = ‘tool-work’ gap
Example