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Tool setting technology
Tool setting technology Non-contact tool setters Non-contact tool setting systems employ an optical (laser) beam to detect tool presence.
Probe signals
Probe signals Renishaw strongly recommends that SP25M be integrated using either the AC3 card or UCC controller.
Temperature compensation
Temperature compensation Axis sensors Axis sensors are required to monitor and compensate for any temperature changes within the CMM's scale.
Temperature compensation
Temperature compensation NOTE: It is not recommended to run axis thermal compensation without workpiece compensation (where axes and workpiece are at the same temperature) as it is unlikely that...
Tool setters and broken tool detectors
Reduce scrap and increase productivity by accurately setting and measuring your CNC cutting tools.
Precision CNC machine shop improves production rate of aluminium investment castings by more than 80%
Some years ago, ebbing oilfield business conditions spurred Ogden, Utah’s LeanWerks to pursue work in other industries (including aerospace and high-speed automation) to establish a more balanced...
Revolution in ceramic tile printing signals renewed demand for encoders
This article examines the development of inkjet printing, a digitally driven, non-contact, high-definition method of printing patterns or images onto a wide range of substrates, and how the latest...
Renishaw’s OMP400 high accuracy touch probe
Used for automated workpiece setting, in-cycle gauging and workpiece inspection, Renishaw’s probes are also used extensively at its factory in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire to manufacture its own products.
Introducing Renishaw’s NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setter for on-machine tool measurement
Featuring industry-first, blue laser technology (patent pending) and improved optics, Renishaw's NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setting systems deliver significant improvements in tool measurement...
RenAM 500Q: Renishaw's quad laser additive manufacturing system for high productivity
Introductory video on Renishaw's quad laser additive manufacturing system
Introducing Renishaw’s NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setter for on-machine tool measurement (EMO 2019)
Featuring industry-first, blue laser technology (patent pending) and improved optics, Renishaw's NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setting systems deliver significant improvements in tool measurement...
Additive manufacturing (AM) for healthcare: Renishaw's production facility for metal 3D printing systems
Set in the beautiful countryside of South Wales, Renishaw's Miskin site houses both Renishaw's AM system production line and the Healthcare Centre of Excellence, where Renishaw's AM technology is...
Installation and connection details
Installation and connection details Controller Controller Head Head Maximum Signal name 15-way male 'D' type Cable PLM 6 - 9 14-way LEMO 12-core 14-way Current B-axis feedback 14...
PHS-2 servo head
PHS-2 servo positioning head provides full servo control in two rotary axes, allowing the probe to be positioned in almost any orientation.
Probe description and operation
Probe description and operation TP1(S) touch-trigger probe The TP1(S) touch-trigger probe (illustrated below) is a robust shank-mounted probe with a generous overtravel which is especially suited...
PICS connector
PICS connector The PICS connector is a 26-pin, high-density, D-type plug.
Head connector and cables
Head connector and cables Raw probe connector pinouts NOTE: The male pins numbered 4 and 7 of the 14-way LEMO connector are linked together.
Equinox Case study: The Renishaw OMP40 part setting probe was used to set the datum of 16 blocks of 0.7 density PU modelling board
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Installing the system
Installing the system WARNING: In all installations ensure the ACC2-3 is disconnected from the mains supply during installation.
System peripherals
The tripod and stage provide flexible mounting options for your XL-80 laser system. Cases are available for secure and convenient storage and transport.
EVOLUTE™ optical absolute encoder series
The EVOLUTE optical absolute encoder is a fine-resolution position measurement system with generous installation tolerances and enhanced dirt immunity.
UCC AI universal CMM controller
The UCC AI provides the interface between the CMM controller and a third party servo power analogue amplifier (which provides power to the CMM motors)
Scale interface (3 × 15W HDD sockets)
Scale interface (3 × 15W HDD sockets) UCC MMI-2 provides a digital interface for Renishaw digital incremental encoders.
Connecting SP80 / SP80H to IU80 and OEM counter card
Connecting SP80 / SP80H to IU80 and OEM counter card IU80 output signal format The signals produced by IU80 are in EIA-422-A differential square wave format and in quadrature for each probe axis.
MCG machine checking gauge
MCG machine checking gauge Checking time CNC (DCC) machine Typically 15 minutes Joystick machine Typically 45 minutes Manual machine Typically 45 minutes Measuring range Vertically ±45° ‡...
PHS1 legacy probe head
PHS1 legacy probe head Meets the demanding requirements of "body in white" measurement where fine angular positioning and long reach are needed 2-axis servo operated with a ±184° variable...
Selecting UHV-compatible encoders for demanding semiconductor and scientific applications
Processes like semiconductor manufacturing that demand precision motion control need vacuum-compatible optical encoders for position feedback.
The effect of heat on ballscrew accuracy in a CNC machine tool
This application note discusses the impact of heat build-up in ballscrews on the accuracy of CNC machine tools.
Revealing the secrets of glass
Glass is a non-crystalline (amorphous) solid formed by rapid melt quenching.
MIH manual indexing probe head
MIH manual indexing probe head NOTE: Dimensions in mm (in).
SP600
SP600 Suitable interface AC1 PC interface card (optional) Probe attributes 3-axis measurement (X, Y, Z) linear and parallel motion in all axes Measurement range ±1 mm (±0.
SP600 overtravel / PICS connector
SP600 overtravel / PICS connector Overtravel / PICS connector signal definitions This 26-pin high-density ‘D' type plug replaces the 9-pin ‘D' type overtravel connector on the AC1.
Elements of a CMM retrofit
Elements of a CMM retrofit Touch-trigger 3-axis scanning 5-axis Sensors TP20 TP200 SP25M SP80 REVO-2 PH20 Software MODUS touch-trigger MODUS 3-axis MODUS 5-axis Controller UCC T3-2 ...
E-STOP (9W 'D' plug)
E-STOP (9W 'D' plug) E-STOP electrical characteristics A manual reset button (refer to BS EN ISO13849-1:2015 (or current version) para.
SP25M stylus performance guidelines
SP25M stylus performance guidelines SS - stainless steel, CER - ceramic, GF - carbon fibre ISO 10360-4 test - straight styli Scanning module Effective stylus reach Actual M3 stylus used:Length...
Connectors and signals
Connectors and signals The purpose of this chapter is to describe in detail the pin-outs of the connectors mounted at the rear of the UCC2 controller and to show examples of relevant...
Five-axis CMM inspection lets "good times roll"
Scanning probes speed form-data collection and feedback to machining cells, reduce CMM fixturing and cut probe calibration time from hours to minutes at Kawasaki's Maryville, MO plant.
Head connector and cables
Head connector and cables NOTE: For maximum immunity from electrical noise, Renishaw recommends that: 1.
TP200 specification
TP200 specification XY (2D) form measurement deviation Unidirectional repeatability (2σ μm) Stylus type Offset length A (mm) Offset length B (mm) Trigger level 1 (µm) Trigger level 2 (µm)...
RS232 Setup
RS232 Setup RS232 connector pinouts The PHC10-3 communicates with the CMM computer via the RS232 cable as shown in the table below.
Scale interface (15W HDD socket)
Scale interface (15W HDD socket) NOTE: If the machine scale is of a different format (e.
Probe operation
Probe operation The probe has two normal operating states, armed or triggered.
Magnetic encoders contribute to reliable wafer transfer robots
A wafer ultimately becomes multiple IC-units in a series of complicated processes, where wafers rely on a wafer transfer robot to perform fast and accurate transfers between process stations.
Scale interface (4 × 15W HDD sockets)
Scale interface (4 × 15W HDD sockets) UCC BI scale error interface circuit The UCC BI supports the error signal provided by Renishaw's digital incremental encoders.
SPAlite legacy servo power amplifier
SPAlite legacy servo power amplifier Suitable for CMMs up to about 1 m cubed in measuring volume Compatible with UCClite-2 and UCC2-2 Variable velocity feedback systems compatible (tacho, tacholess...