Speed vs. Quality Balanced: Solutions for High-Speed Drawing (>30m/s)
Using high-thermal-conductivity substrates to maintain stability and low vibration despite a 50% speed increase in automotive wire production.
The Challenge
An automotive wire supplier wanted to increase line speed from 20m/s to 30m/s to meet demand. However, at higher speeds, vibration and heat caused the wire to become oval ('chatter marks') and the dies to fail prematurely.
Titan Engineering Solution
We utilized a specialized Tungsten Carbide grade with superior thermal conductivity and engineered a vibration-damping steel casing. We also optimized the die approach angle to reduce drawing force at high velocities.
Fig 1. Analysis and Implementation
The Results
The client successfully ramped up to 32m/s while maintaining CPK > 1.33. Die life remained consistent with previous lower-speed operations thanks to efficient heat dissipation.
Key Takeaways
- Thermal management is critical for high-speed drawing.
- Casing design affects vibration dampening.
- Optimized geometry reduces heat generation at the source.
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