Dry vs Wet Graphite Machining: How to Choose the Right Machining Strategy for Graphite CNC Applications
While optimizing a graphite electrode setup for a European mold manufacturer, we faced a classic challenge. The client was using wet machining to lower temperatures, but suffered from inconsistent surface finishes. Even worse, graphite dust mixed with coolant formed a sticky sludge inside the machine, severely reducing the service life of their graphite milling cutters. […]