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Conventional processes may look easy economics on paper, but the challenges from potential problems like tool changes, recast layers, HAZ and more can create tremendous financial burdens down the line. PECM sidesteps many of these issues at-scale.

Electrochemical machining (ECM) and CNC milling each have their own advantages and disadvantages. Read on to learn which is your best fit.

Electropolishing and electrochemical machining (ECM) have similarities, but are ultimately distinct processes.

EDM relies on localized spark erosion to remove material, whereas ECM or electrochemical machining utilizes electrolysis to dissolve metal.

One of the primary disadvantages of conventional machining methods, such as CNC milling or electric discharge machining (EDM), is the impact of mechanical and/or thermal stress on the part to be machined. Other options exist, but they are less well-known and can be easy to confuse. Here, we offer a comparison of two of these unconventional options, namely photochemical etching and electrochemical machining (ECM) or pulsed electrochemical machining (PECM). Photochemical Etchin

Check our our infographic comparing electrochemical machining (ECM) with CNC milling.