High speed, non-contact,
tool setting and breakage
detection
The NC4 is a flexible laser system, with ultra-compact laser
tool setting transmitter and receiver units that can be mounted
on separate brackets, or as a single fixed unit. The NC4 allows
fast, non-contact, tool setting and tool breakage detection on
machines previously unsuitable for such applications.
The NC4+ F145 system offers excellent tool-to-tool accuracy
and is suitable for applications using small diameter tools.
Non-contact tool setting systems can reduce tool setting
times by up to 90% and reduce scrap caused by setting
errors. Broken tool detection cycles enable reliable
unmanned machining.
In addition to the innovative MicroHole™ protection system
featured in all Renishaw’s non-contact systems for machine
tools, the NC4 benefits from PassiveSeal™, an additional
failsafe sealing device, preventing contamination in the event
of air supply failure.
Ideal for retrofitting, the NC4 offers fast set-up as there is no
laser focal point to identify.
Key benefits
Brings probing to small machines
At just 30 mm (1.18 in) diameter and 35 mm (1.38 in) high,
NC4 meets the demand for probing on machines previously
unsuitable for larger non-contact tool setting and tool
breakage detection systems.
Fast, robust and repeatable
Dependent on system, separation distances and mounting,
tools as small as 0.03 mm (0.0012 in) diameter* can be
measured at any selected point along the beam, and
checked for breakage.
Flexible systems
Available as both fixed and separate systems, with a
measuring length of 225 mm (8.86 in) (overall unit length of
300 mm (11.81 in)) on the fixed system, and up to 5 m on
the separate system.
Innovations
Ultra-compact design
Miniaturised electronics, and the compact protection
system without a bulky shutter mechanism, makes the NC4
suitable for machines with limited space for probe fitment.
Environmental protection
In addition to its MicroHole™ technology, the NC4 also
features PassiveSeal™ - an integrated failsafe device which
maintains IPX8 protection 100% of the time, even if the air
supply fails.
One system supports all separations
With generic transmitter and receiver units, and no focal
point to identify, installing the separate NC4 system is
simple and fast, making it ideal for retrofitting to existing
machines.
