Title: Charmilles 8517040 Original Wire EDM Lower Wire Guide – Precision OEM Part

Product Overview:
The Charmilles 8517040 Lower Wire Guide is an indispensable, genuine OEM component engineered to uphold the unparalleled precision and reliability of your Charmilles Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) equipment. This critical wear part is meticulously designed to guide the EDM wire with extreme accuracy, ensuring consistent cutting performance, superior surface finishes, and optimal machine stability. Manufactured to Charmilles' exacting specifications, the 8517040 guarantees seamless integration, minimizes costly downtime, and significantly extends the operational lifespan of your valuable EDM machine. Investing in authentic Charmilles parts like the 8517040 is paramount for achieving the highest quality results in demanding precision machining applications, from intricate tool and die work to aerospace components. This lower guide is specifically optimized for peak performance across compatible Charmilles Robofil series machines, providing the reliability and accuracy essential for modern manufacturing.

Key Features & Benefits:

 Genuine OEM Quality: Manufactured directly by Charmilles, guaranteeing perfect fit, form, and function, and adherence to the highest original equipment standards for unparalleled reliability.
 Superior Precision Guidance: Engineered for ultra-accurate wire positioning, which is critical for achieving tight tolerances, intricate geometries, and complex profiles in all EDM operations.
 Enhanced Durability & Wear Resistance: Constructed from advanced, high-grade materials (e.g., specialized ceramics or diamond-coated carbide) to withstand the harsh, erosive environment of EDM, significantly extending part life.
 Optimized Cutting Performance: Designed to minimize wire vibration, deflection, and breakage, leading to more stable cutting processes, improved productivity, and reduced material waste.
 Consistent Surface Finish: Contributes directly to producing smoother, more uniform surface finishes on machined parts, reducing the need for secondary finishing operations.
 Reduced Machine Downtime: Reliable performance and an extended lifespan mean fewer interruptions for maintenance and part replacement, maximizing your machine's operational uptime and throughput.
 Long-Term Cost Efficiency: While an investment, the longevity, superior performance, and reduced risk of machine damage from an OEM part offer significant long-term savings compared to non-genuine alternatives.
 Easy Installation: Designed for straightforward and efficient replacement, facilitating quick maintenance and ensuring your machine returns to production swiftly.

Applications:

The Charmilles 8517040 Lower Wire Guide is an essential component for a broad spectrum of high-precision manufacturing and machining applications that rely on Charmilles Wire EDM technology, including:
 Tool and Die Manufacturing: Critical for producing intricate molds, dies, punches, and stamping tools with exceptional accuracy and surface integrity.
 Aerospace Industry: Machining complex, high-tolerance components for aircraft engines, airframes, and specialized aerospace systems.
 Medical Device Manufacturing: Essential for creating precise parts for surgical instruments, implants, diagnostic equipment, and other medical devices.
 Automotive Industry: Used in the fabrication of prototypes, production parts, specialized tooling, and intricate components for the automotive sector.
 Electronics Manufacturing: Ideal for producing micro-components, intricate connectors, and precision parts for advanced electronic devices.
 General Precision Machining: Any application requiring high-accuracy cuts, fine finishes, and the ability to machine complex geometries in conductive materials.

Technical Specifications:

 Part Number: 8517040
 Alternative Part Number: 851-704-0
 Part Type: Lower Wire Guide / Wire Guide Assembly
 Compatibility: Specifically designed for various Charmilles Robofil series Wire EDM machines (e.g., Robofil 290, 300, 310, 500, 510, etc.)
 Material Composition: High-Performance Ceramic / Diamond-Coated Carbide (typical for precision EDM guides)
 Function: Provides precise guidance for the EDM wire during the cutting process, ensuring accuracy and stability.
 Manufacturer: Charmilles (Genuine OEM)
 Weight: Approximately 0.05 kg (50 grams)