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Machine Tool Calibration XD Laser

Every manufacturing plant is rooted in Machine Tool production. CNCs, Lathes, Gantries, and more are used in projects that require tight tolerances, often to within a just a few microns. So, the machine tools used in these productions must be accurate to these same standards. In addition to environmental effects, like foundation, mounting, alignment, and temperature, there are up to 21 error parameters for a simple three-axis machine tool. The Linear Positioning; Vertical and Lateral Straightness; and Pitch, Roll, and Yaw all have possibility for error in their X, Y, and Z coordinates....

XD Laser CNC Machine Measurement System API’s XD Laser is a multi-dimensional interferometer offering a high level of flexibility for machine-tool calibration. The 6DoF XD laser is the only tool that provides 6DoF measurement data for all axis errors in a single setup. XD provides rapid machine-tool error assessment by evaluating velocity, acceleration, parallelism, squareness, flatness, straightness as well as linear, angular, and roll errors with a single setup. XD is wireless and available in 1, 3, 5, and 6 Degree of Freedom (6DoF) configurations. XD Laser is compact and provides easy...

XD Laser Features and Benefits • Rapid Measurement - The XD Laser’s fast, accurate measurement of machine positioning and axial capability makes complete machine assessment possible with up to 80% less machine downtime compared to conventional interferometers. • 6 Degrees of Freedom Measurement - XD Laser is the only assessment system that can collect all 6 error parameters simultaneously in a single set-up. • Measurement Flexibility - XD Laser evaluates velocity, acceleration, parallelism, squareness, and flatness error of a machine. • Compact Design - XD Laser system contains minimal...

After 25m measurement range may decrease by up to 50%. The reported accuracy values, calculated with a 95% confidence level (k=2), do not account for errors associated with normalizing the readings to a material temperature of 20oC. API has made considerable efforts to ensure the content of this document is correct at the date of publication but makes no warranties or representations regarding the content. API excludes liability, however arising from any inaccuracies in this document.

CNC Rotary Axis Calibrator API's SwivelCheck measures and calibrates machine tool rotary axes, swivel axes, tilt tables, and pendulum axes. It is the only tool that can be mounted off-center of the rotating axis to measure swivel axes and trunnions without disassembling critical machine-tool components. SwivelCheck utilizes a servo-driven motor in conjunction with an electronic level and precision rotary encoder to measure multiple parameters in a single setup. SwivelCheck can operate in automated or manual modes and includes software for control, data acquisition, and reporting. Used in...

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Rapid Machine Tool Performance Check API's wireless Ballbar easily measures CNC machine performance to predict and diagnose servo errors and path deviations. Ballbar is a simple, cost-effective solution that is designed to improve overall machining quality and reduce costs to all end users. • Wireless Operation - Connect wirelessly to the API VeriComp Software with Bluetooth connectivity. • Extended Battery - 8 hour rechargeable battery. • Powerful Diagnostic Tool - Capable of measuring lathes or CNC machines at any sweep angle within the 360° circular path to identify and diagnose servo...

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