
BX18 arc generator
The current generator. EtherCAT, hardware E-stop, software polarity, and direct control from LinuxCNC G-code. 19-inch 3U.
Welcome to
Veldhoven · EDM components
Custom CNC mills can be built from off-the-shelf parts. EDM is different. The arc generator is normally not sold on its own, because it has to be designed for the machine it runs in. BaxEDM makes an adaptable generator, so engineers and serious builders can finish a custom wire, hole or sinker machine without designing that generator from scratch.
The current range

The current generator. EtherCAT, hardware E-stop, software polarity, and direct control from LinuxCNC G-code. 19-inch 3U.

Digital control of EDM wire tension and speed, with a load cell, wire-break detection and a PC interface.

Litz cable, BX18 connectors, warning light, 10 kg load cell, USB to RS-485 lead and three D-sub hoods.
Order any of these by email: sales@baxedm.com. The BX17 is the previous generator. It is no longer sold.
Why it exists
The market for custom CNC milling machines is large, both professionally and for serious hobby builds. For EDM, the arc generator is the hurdle. It is a complex piece of hardware, usually designed into a complete machine, and not offered as a component.
BaxEDM’s generator is built to drop into a custom design and still produce professional results. With that part available, a low-cost custom EDM machine is a mechanical and controls project.
Customer work
From the people running them
“So far I have machined with the generator for 4300+ hours without any problems and have been able to make many parts.”
“Highly recommending this generator unit. It is built by a professional and it delivers what it promises.”
“I spoke with Mike by email on a Saturday morning, and on Saturday afternoon he called to say the firmware was updated. I bought another generator for my work.”
Forum
They stay on the BaxEDM forum. Sign-in is for customers.