The ins and outs of ballbar calibration: here's a look at the technology behind this key machine tool diagnostic device, and how two manufacturers are using it. (IMTS Special Report Improving Machine Tool Accuracy).

From: Quality | Date: August 1, 2002| Author: Warren, Clive | Copyright information

Determining a machine tool's capabilities prior to post-process part inspection greatly reduces the potential for scrap, and can eliminate downtime spent searching for sources of errors. This is where a compact and portable tool known as a ballbar can pay significant dividends. A ballbar takes the the guesswork out of machine tool evaluation, allowing users to quickly establish a performance level before the machine cuts chips. It can also serve as a valuable diagnostic tool when t...

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