Renishaw's XK10 alignment laser* provides a single digital solution for measuring and adjusting geometric and rotational errors during machine tool build. This reduces the machine assembly time and optimises overall performance.
It is crucial to ensure precision during construction of a machine tool to make sure that it is reliable and efficient. Checking the alignment during the build process can prevent errors from being discovered after the machine has been built, which can be more difficult to fix. Regular alignment checks are also valuable during on-site service, maintenance or following a collision.
The XK10 alignment laser system has been developed to make building machines easier. The compact size and versatile fixturing mean XK10 can be used in many configurations, enabling measurement of errors across linear and rotary axes for all types and sizes of machine tool. After axis alignment, the XK10 records measurements digitally and can provide full error reports.
Traditional methods of identifying alignment errors involve measurements with granite blocks, precision inclinometers and dial gauges. These methods are manual and highly susceptible to operator errors. They can also be difficult to perform, especially on machines with long axes or where micron level accuracy is required.
The XK10 laser alignment system is a lightweight, compact digital solution. It can be used to align and measure parallelism, straightness and squareness of linear axes and flatness of machine planes.
Traditional methods of identifying rotational errors, such as spindle direction (or pointing) and shaft alignment involve using test bars and dial gauges. This can be difficult to perform on larger machines, and is susceptible to misinterpretation and calculation errors.
The XK10 laser alignment system can be mounted directly in spindles or chucks to carry out accurate measurements of rotational error types. The software digitally records measurements, providing comprehensive error reports and reduces operator error due to manual documentation.
* Please note: The XK10 alignment laser system is manufactured in partnership between Easy-Laser and global engineering technology group Renishaw. For detailed product information and instructional videos, please visit www.renishaw.com/xk10
