Digital Readouts / Linear Encoders for Manually Operated Machine Tools
Digital Readouts / Linear Encoders for Manually Operated Machine Tools
ACU-RITE's digital readouts are designed to improve the efficiency and quality of manually operated machine tools by providing clear axis position displays and user-friendly guidance. These readouts, when used with ACU-RITE linear scales, offer a cost-effective solution for both new installations and retrofitting existing machines.
- Probing Functions for Datums: Available on 200S and 300S models, these functions facilitate precise datum setting using the HEIDENHAIN KT edge finder.
- Tool Compensation: Supported by VUE, 200S, and 300S models, this feature saves tool data and compensates for tool radius and length during machining.
- Distance-to-Go Display: Simplifies positioning by showing the remaining distance to the target position, available on VUE, 200S, and 300S models.
- Contour Monitoring: Available on VUE and 300S, assists in manual 2-D operations by monitoring tool movement relative to defined contours.
- Hole Patterns: Automatically calculates bolt hole patterns for milling and drilling, available on VUE, 200S, and 300S models.
- Programming of Machining Steps: Exclusive to the 300S model, allows for saving repetitive machining steps as programs.
- Help for Working with Lathes: Features like radius/diameter display, sum display of longitudinal axes, and taper turning assistance are available on VUE, 200S, and 300S models.
- VUE: Designed for two or three axes, featuring a monochrome display and USB interface, suitable for milling, drilling, and lathes.
- 200S: Offers flexible readout for up to three axes with RS-232-C/V.24 interface, suitable for milling, drilling, and lathes.
- 300S: Programmable readout for up to four axes, featuring a color screen and program memory, suitable for complex machining tasks.
Includes edge finders, mounting components, and external input/output units (IOB 49) for enhanced functionality and connectivity.
The 300S supports a main power input of 100 V AC to 240 V AC, operating at 47 Hz to 63 Hz with a power consumption of 30 W. It operates within a temperature range of 0 °C to 45 °C and has a protection rating of EN 60 529 IP 40, with the front panel rated at IP 54. The unit weighs 2.6 kg.
The device includes an RS-232-C/V.24 serial interface for data transfer, with baud rates ranging from 300 to 115,200. It also supports additional inputs/outputs via the IOB 49 external unit.
Details various accessories, including the KT 130 edge finder for nonconducting materials, and mounting components like arms and frames for flexible installation. The IOB 49 unit provides additional functions such as zero reset and spindle speed control.
Guidelines for mounting linear encoders like the SENC 50 and SENC 150, emphasizing the importance of proper alignment and stability through the use of back-up spars and support brackets.
The SENC 50 and SENC 150 series are highlighted for their compact dimensions and suitability for various machine tools, with measuring steps ranging from 5 µm to 0.5 µm. The document specifies the accuracy grade and optional back-up spars for enhanced stability.
The SENC 150 model includes a power supply of 5.1 V DC ± 0.1 V with a current draw of less than 180 mA or 220 mA depending on the load. The electrical connection is made via a cable in metal armor with a 9-pin D-sub connector, with a total cable length of up to 9 meters. The encoder operates at temperatures between 0 °C to 50 °C and can be stored at temperatures from -20 °C to 70 °C. It has a protection rating of IP 53 or IP 64 with a compressed air inlet.
The SENC 150 encoder features a glass scale with incremental graduation and an accuracy grade of ± 5 µm. It supports measuring lengths up to 3 meters and measuring steps from 5 µm to 0.5 µm. The encoder provides incremental signals in TTL format with integrated interpolation options.
The encoder requires a traversing speed of up to 60 m/min and a moving force of 2.2 N or 3.4 N depending on the model. It is designed to be mounted according to specific instructions to ensure protection and performance.
The encoder uses square-wave signals in TTL format for incremental signals, with differential line drivers as per EIA standard RS-422. The document details the pin configuration for the 9-pin D-sub connector and emphasizes the importance of using original ACU-RITE cables for signal integrity and noise immunity.
Guidelines for installation include ensuring complete contact of the cable shield over the entire surface and maintaining sufficient spacing from interference sources. The document advises against routing signal cables near inductive consumers and recommends specific measures for electrical safety and EMC compliance.
The document provides contact information for sales and service worldwide, including locations in the USA, Germany, the UK, and France.
Catalog excerpts
Digital Readouts Linear Encoders for Manually Operated Machine Tools September 2011
Open the catalog to page 1
Digital readouts from ACU-RITE make your manually operated machine tools more protable, improve productivity, and raise the quality of the machined workpiece. The large LCD display clearly shows the actual axis positions. The context-sensitive graphical user guidance makes working with digital readouts from ACU-RITE a pleasure. Together with the linear scales from ACU-RITE they form an economic and effective package solution for initial setup or retrotting on your machine tool. 2
Open the catalog to page 2
Contents Digital Readouts Overview Functions 4 6 Tool Compensation (VUE, 200S, 300S) 6 Distance-to-Go Display (VUE, 200S, 300S) 7 Contour Monitoring (VUE, 300S) 7 Hole Patterns (VUE, 200S, 300S) 8 Programming of Machining Steps (300S) 8 Help for Working with Lathes (VUE, 200S, 300S) Specications Probing Functions for Datums (200S, 300S) 9 10 200S – Flexible Position Display for Two and Three Axes 12 300S – The Programmable Readout for Up to Four Axes 14 Edge Finder 16 Mounting Components 17 IOB 49 External Input/Output Unit Accessories VUE – Simple Position Display for Two and Three Axes 20 Interfaces...
Open the catalog to page 3
Selection Guide Number of axes VUE Reference points/ Tool data Functions 2 or 3 10 datums; 16 tools General: • Distance-to-go display with graphic positioning aid Digital readout for milling, drilling and boring machines, as well as lathes, with two or three axes • Monochrome screen • Membrane keyboard Milling and drilling: • Tool radius compensation • Hole patterns (circular and linear patterns) • Inclined or arc milling Turning: • Taper calculator • Radius/diameter display • Separate and sum display 200S 2 or 3 Digital readout for milling, drilling and boring machines, as well as lathes, with...
Open the catalog to page 4
Encoder inputs Switching inputs/ outputs Data interface Model Page « TTL – USB VUE 10 « TTL For KT edge nder; RS-232-C/ more through IOB 49 V.24 200S 12 « TTL For KT edge nder; RS-232-C/ more through IOB 49 V.24 300S 14 5
Open the catalog to page 5
Functions – Probing Functions for Datums (200S, 300S) – Tool Compensation (VUE, 200S, 300S) Easy setup with probing functions A very useful accessory for datum setting is the HEIDENHAIN KT edge nder: Simply move the edge nder toward a side of the workpiece until the stylus deects. The counter automatically stores the exact position, taking into account the direction of approach and the radius of the stylus. In milling machine mode, the 200S and 300S digital readouts offer the following probe functions: • Workpiece edge as reference line • Workpiece centerline as reference line • Circle center...
Open the catalog to page 6
– Distance-to-Go Display (VUE, 200S, 300S) – Contour Monitoring (VUE, 300S) Distance-to-go display for turning and milling The distance-to-go display feature simplies your work considerably: you enter the next nominal position, and the display shows you the distance remaining to the target position. This means, you simply traverse to the display value zero. The displays for milling can also compensate the cutter radius. In this way you can directly use the drawing dimensions without having to do any conversions. You no longer have to remember any complicated values. The distance-to-go display...
Open the catalog to page 7
- Programming of Machining Steps (300S) Automatic calculation of bolt hole patterns for milling and drilling h milling machine mode you can machine bolt hole circles (full circle or circle segments) and linear hole patterns without having to calculate: You simply enter the geometric dimensions and the number of holes from the drawing. The display calculates the coordinates of the ndividual holes in the working plane. You only need to traverse "to zero" and drill Then the display shows the next position The graphic display is a particularly useful feature: it lets you verify your input of the...
Open the catalog to page 8
- Help for Working with Lathes (VUE, 200S, 300S) Radius/diameter display positions of the transverse axis in either radius or diameter values. You can switch at Sum display of longitudinal axes h lathe mode, the positions of the saddle and the top slide are displayed either separately or as the sum of both values. • If you select separate displays, the position values are referenced to the datum for each individual axis. If only the saddle is moved, the displayed value for the top-slide axis remains unchanged • If sum display is selected, the counter adds both values while taking the algebraic...
Open the catalog to page 9
VUE – Simple Digital Readout for Two or Three Axes The VUE position displays from ACU-RITE are suited for use on manually operated milling, drilling, boring machines and lathes with two or three axes. Description With its sturdy housing and splash-proof membrane keyboard, the VUE is built for the workshop. The VUE shows display position values, the soft-key row and other useful information on a monochrome graphic screen. Functions The most important functions are available quickly and directly via function keys. Soft keys with clear information in the local language enable you to make entries...
Open the catalog to page 10
VUE Axes* 2 or 3 from A to Z and ZO Encoder inputs « TTL Display step1) Adjustable, max. 7 digits Linear axis: 1 mm to 0.000 1 mm Angular axis: 1° to 0.001° (00° 00‘ 01“) Display 5.7” monochrome at-panel display for position values, dialogs and inputs, and soft keys Status display Tool, reference point, operating function, feed rate, ABS/INC, mm/inch, stopwatch Functions • • • • • • • • • • For milling/drilling/boring • Calculation of positions for hole patterns (circular patterns as well as linear patterns) • Tool radius and tool length compensation • Probing functions for reference-point acquisition...
Open the catalog to page 11
200S – Flexible Digital Readout for Two or Three Axes The ACU-RITE 200S digital readout is especially suited for use on milling, drilling and boring machines and lathes with up to three axes. A separate I/O unit provides switching input/outputs for simple tasks in automation. Description The 200S display unit is designed as a sturdy upright unit with splash-proof fulltravel keypad for use in a workshop. It is equipped with a monochrome at screen for position values, dialog and input displays, graphic functions and graphic positioning support. Functions The 200S display unit is characterized by...
Open the catalog to page 12All ACU-RITE catalogs and technical brochures
Archived catalogs
MILLPWR CNC Control System2 Pages
