You can use Electro Arc’s IQ precision disintegrating head to remove taps as small as #0. If you are a watchmaker you may have broken tiny taps that you are not sure how to remove. You can use a Electro Arc metal disintegrator equipped with the IQ head such as…
Why are Metal Disintegrators Sometimes Called Spark Eroders?
Spark erosion is the process of vaporizing metal using a high-frequency spark discharge. Metal disintegrators are a subcategory of EDM, which is often referred to as Spark Erosion. Metal Disintegration Machining (MDM) is the process that Electro Arc machines use. These machines are specifically used to remove broken bolts, taps,…
The Bolt Eater is your Solution for Big Broken Bolt Problems
When you have large broken bolts or seized bolts (1/2 inch or larger) you may have tried solutions like drilling, torching, and air arcing which have been commonly used to remove these large fasteners. The Bolt Eater offers you a faster and easier option. Torching and air arcing will only…
Are Electro Arc Metal Disintegrators the Coolest Thing Made in Michigan?
The Michigan Manufacturing Association started the Coolest Thing Made in Michigan contest in 2018 to recognize innovative products from the manufacturing industry. They assist these Michigan-made products in gaining exposure. Electro Arc metal disintegrators were nominated in 2020, but did not make it to the second round. This year, We…
Electro Arc on the Island Retrospect
Harry Bennett, shown above on one of his horses is well known for his association with Ford. The pictures in this blog were Bennett’s and were passed on to Harold Stark when his family bought the noteworthy Bennett castle on Geddes road in Ann Arbor. This castle came equipped with…
Why do Bolts Break?
Broken bolts causing downtime have long been the source of frustration. Collectively, a broken bolt can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars between repairing the machine, scrapping parts, employee pay, and money lost on sales loss. So why do bolts break? Using the wrong Bolt In some applications, the bolt…
Electro ARC’s New Tool for Metal Disintegrator owners
As Electro Arc machine owners, we understand that you need resources in addition to the owner’s manual you received with your metal disintegrator. As a company that has been producing metal disintegrating machines for 75 years, we know we have quite a few versions of our product in use with…
Your Guide to EDM Terminology
EDM has become a common method used across industries with a number of sub-categories including MDM. This list of EDM terms can help you understand all of the aspects of EDM. Many of these terms are interchangeable with MDM terms: Ammeter (Amp Meter) – A measuring instrument for electrical current. Amp…
Electro Arc Celebrates 75 Years as a Michigan Manufacturer of Metal Disintegrators!
Electro Arc was formed in Detroit Michigan on May 26, 1947 by Harold W. Stark, who was a metallurgist/manufacturer and investment broker. Harold’s team patented the AC metal disintegrator in 1942. The metal disintegrators were originally branded as “boring machines” while patents were pending: In 1949 Electro Arc moved its…
What is the History of Electro Arc and EDM?
When you search for the term “metal disintegrator” you will likely find ‘Electrical discharge machining’ as a result. That is because the technological breakthrough that led to metal disintegrating machines was spearheaded by a team including Harold Stark who went on to patent the idea for AC metal disintegrators and…