Spindle Error Analyzer (SEA) uses high-resolution capacitive sensors to monitor motion of a machine tool spindle at operating speeds and analyzed that information with proprietary software
Six slot enclosure for CPL190 / CPL290, TMP190
Finding the error motions:
It measures the motion of machine tool spindle at operating frequencies.
Discover problems before you make bad parts
Qualify / Test the machine performance before acceptance
Find root cause of machining errors
Single sensitivity driver
System consisting of:
High-resolution capacitive displacement sensors
Precision spherical or cylindrical targets
Robust sensor mounting hardware
Data acquisition components
Proprietary software for error motion analysis
Dual sensitivity driver
Predict and prevent part errors:
Machine evaluation enables manufacturers to predict and prevent part errors such as:
Surface finish
Feature location
Roundness
Find and eliminate spindle error motion sources
System consisting of:
Out of round bearing components
Misaligned bearing seats
Bearing wear
Improper preload
Structural vibration
Inadequate stiffness
Resonant machine frequencies
Specific measurements required by international standards
Synchronous and Asynchronous measurements of
Radial error motion
Axial error motion
Tilt error motion
Total Indicator Reading (TIR, Runout)
Compliant with international standards
The Spindle Error Analyzer performs tests in compliance with these standards:
ANSI/ASME Standard B5.54-2005, “Methods for Performance Evaluation of CNC Machining Centers”
ANSI/ASME B5.57-1998 “Methods for Performance Evaluation of CNC Turning Centers”
ANSI/ASME B89.3.4-2010, “Axes of Rotation, Methods for Specifying and Testing”
ISO230-3, Test Code for Machine Tools Part 3, “Determination of Thermal Effects”
ISO230-7, Test Code for Machine Tools Part 7, “Geometric Accuracy of Axes of Rotation “
JIS B 6190-7, Test Code for Machine Tools Part 7, “Geometric Accuracy of Axes of Rotation”