Digital Scale and DRO Systems

DRO System

Bulletin No. 1715

Linear Scales & Counters

Accuracy, yet Affordable,
DRO System is Available with
Linear Scales and Counters!
AT115•AT102•AT111•AT112•AT181
KL Counter•KLL Counter•KM Counter•KC Counter•KS Counter•KLD Counter

Mitutoyo's DRO (Digital Readout) system integrates the AT100 Series Linear Scales (AT115/AT102/AT111/
AT112/AT181) with the K Series dedicated digital counters (KL/KLL/KM/KC/KS/KLD Counter), to offer
accurate detection and display of axial displacements of machine tools and measuring equipment. The
DRO system can be configured to best meet your specific application, such as turning, milling, or
grinding. Choose a suitable combination of scale unit and counter. Scale units have diverse measuring
length ranges and counters feature remote zero setting, switchable resolution, and multipurpose one-
touch macro keys. The DRO system has superior ease-of-use and is reliable, both of
which dramatically improve machining accuracy and efficiency.
Mitutoyo strongly recommends implementation of the DRO system
whatever possible.

With the DRO system, you can:

1. Simplify machining procedure.
Procedures such as layout and setup can be completely omitted and simplified.
2. Shorten machining time.
In addition to simplifying machining procedure, the operator is free from the drudgery
of measuring dimensions, positioning, and calculating feeding lengths, greatly shortening the time required for machining.
The more complicated the machining procedure, the more effective the DRO system is as a time-saver.
3. Reduce errors.
The counter clearly displays the travel and the cutting depth, thereby reducing such errors as misreading of graduation,
miscounting of knob rotation, and miscalculation of dimensions. Dimensions are always consistent and are independent of
operators.
4. Eliminate manual calculations.
The counter's calculation function will display dimensions such as diameters of a rotating workpiece in design drawing notation if
machine feed knob is turned.
5. Reduce machining costs.
Streamlined, labor-saving, and defective-free machining drastically reduces machining costs.

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Ultra Psrecision Manufacture
Eleven Meters Underground
Mitutoyo Kiyohara Plant, which is a factory exclusively for the production of Linear
Scales and other precision scales, has a complete system for producing master
scales to be used in finished products, such as CMM, vision measuring system,
profile projectors, and measuring microscopes. To improve the accuracy of scales
and quality control technologies, the integral laboratory of Kiyohara Plant was
constructed eleven meters underground. It provides an optimum environment
(cleanliness factor:100) for the ultra-precision manufacture and evaluation of scales.
Its unique design and construction isolate the laboratory from external vibrations
and ensure minimal variations in temperature and humidity.

Products with CE Marking

Each model of Mitutoyo Linear Scales and counters bears the CE mark. CE stands
for Conformité Européenne. It indicates that the product complies with the
requirements drawn up by the European Community for safety, health,
environment and customer protection.

Traceability System of Mitutoyo

Mitutoyo, a manufacturer of precision measuring instruments, offers a wide range
of measuring machines and instruments that are in full compliance with the
national standards of various countries. They are traceable to the national
standards through the physical standards, which are calibrated by specified
secondary standards owned by Mitutoyo. Our calibration laboratories are
accredited to provide calibration services in three fields of length-measurement:
length-measuring laser units, gauge blocks, and line standards.

           
International
Japan Organization
USA Mexico Brazil UK The Netherlands Germany Switzerland Italy Singapore Malaysia Taiwan
NRLM
NIST CENAM INMETRO NPL NMi PTB OFMET IMGC PSB SIRIM NML 633nm Iodine Stabilized
He-Ne Laser BIPM
EA <mutual recognition> (National (Primary) standard)

A2LA SNC RBC UKAS NKO DKD SAS SIT SAC- DSM CNLA
SINGLAS
JQA
(Designed Calibration
Organization)
633nm Iodine Stabilized
Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Mitutoyo He-Ne Laser
America Mexicana Sul (UK) Neder- Miyazaki Mess- Schweiz Italiana Asia (Malaysia) Taiwan (National (Sub-primary)
Americana land Plant geräte Pacific Sdn. Bhd. Standard)
Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited Accredited
No.750.01 No. D-01 No. 031 No. 0332 No. K 086 No. K 107 No. DKD- No. SCS No. 107 No. SL No. SAMM No. 031
K-14501 074 96102-C 152

NIST: National Institute of Standards and Technology (USA)

A2LA: American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (USA) Mitutoyo Mitutoyo Tsukuba Mitutoyo
Miyazaki Plant Calibration Center Kiyohara Plant
CENAM: Centro Nacional de Metrologia (Mexico) (Accredited Lab No.0030)
SNC: Sistema Nacional de Calibracion (Mexico) (Accredited Lab No.0031) (Accredited Lab No.0067)
633nm Stabilized 633nm Iodine 633nm Stabilized
INMETRO: Instituto Nacional de Metrologia Normalizao e Qualidade Industrial (Brazil) He-Ne Laser Stabilized He-Ne Laser He-Ne Laser
RBC: Rede Brasileira de Calibracao (Brazil) (Secondary standard) (Secondary standard) (Secondary standard)
NPL: National Physical Laboratory (UK) Mitutoyo
UKAS: United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UK) Utsunomiya
NMi: Nederlands Meetinstituu 1 (The Netherlands) Calibration Center
NKO: Nederlandse Kalibratie Organisatie (The Netherlands) (Accredited Lab No.0078)
Standard Gauge Block Laser Length
PTB: Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (Germany) Measuring Machine
(Secondary standard)
DKD: Deutscher Kalibrierdienst (Germany) (Working Standard)
OFMET: Swiss Federal Office Metrology
SAS: Swiss Accreditation Service Reference
IMGC: Istituto di Metrologia "GUSTAVO COLONNETTI" (Italy) Gauge Block Standard Scale
SIT: Servizio di Taratura in Italia (Italy) (Working Standard) (Working Standard)
PSB: Singapore Productivity and Standards Board (Singapore)
SAC-SINGLAS: Singapore Accreditation Council-Singapore Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (Singapore)
SIRIM: Standards and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (Malaysia) Calibration
DSM: Department of Standards Malaysia (Malaysia) Equipment
NML: National Measurement Laboratory (Taiwan) (Working Standard)
CNLA: Chinese National Laboratory Accreditation (Taiwan)
NRLM: National Research Laboratory of Metrology (Japan)
JQA: Japan Quality Assurance Organization (Japan) Gauge Block Laser source Standard scale
BIPM: Bureau International des Poids et Mesures
Measuring Instruments
EA: European Cooperation for Accreditation

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DRO System
Using Mitutoyo Linear Scales
*KM Counter is not available in the US market.

Display Units Scale Units

Linear Scale
KL Counter
Standard Type AT115
for Milling Machine Slim Spar
mm/inch 1-AXIS From 100mm up to 1,500mm
2-AXIS STANDARD
3-AXIS

Linear Scale

KLL Counter AT102

Standard-size Spar
Standard Type From 100mm up to 6,000mm
for Lathe STANDARD
mm/inch 3-AXIS HIGH-ACCURACY

Linear Scale
AT111
Slim Spar
KM Counter *
Multi-function Type
From 100mm up to 1,500mm
STANDARD
HIGH-ACCURACY
mm/E 1-AXIS
mm/inch 2-AXIS
3-AXIS Linear Scale
AT112
Super Slim Spar
From 50mm up to 1,020mm
STANDARD
KC Counter
Multi-function Type with Data Output
HIGH-ACCURACY

mm/E 1-AXIS
Linear Scale
mm/inch 2-AXIS
3-AXIS AT181
Panger Type
From 100mm up to 600mm
STANDARD
HIGH-ACCURACY

KS Counter
Basic Type
mm/E 1-AXIS Extension
mm/inch 2-AXIS
3-AXIS
Cables
Type A†
2m (09AAA033A)
5m (09AAA033B)
7m (09AAA033C)
KLD Special
Counter Purpose Type AT102
with Limit Signal Output
mm/inch 1-AXIS 20m at maximum
AT111
†
With water-proof connectors
AT112 (Not available on AT115)

2-STEP LIMIT AT181

4-STEP LIMIT Type B
2m (09AAA720A)
5m (09AAA720B)
7m (09AAA720C)

AT115

8-STEP LIMIT 20m at maximum

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Display Unit
Functions

r
K 0.) ter

e
r

K 2.) er
K .) er

K 4.) r
te

15 nt
1 te
1 n

1 t
9 t

un

ge n

ge u
ge n

ge n
ge u

.)

.)
Types of Display Units

pa Co
pa ou
pa ou

pa ou
pa Co

11
Co

C
C

C
ge

LD
LL

KC
pa
KL

S
Functions

ee

ee

ee

ee

ee

ee
(S

(S

(S

(S

(S

(S
ZERO Zero-Setting See page 6.
Y
X
Zero-set remote controller See page 6.
P.SET Preset See page 6.
*1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1
0.001
/ 0.01
Resolution setting See page 6.
Counting direction setting See page 6.
mm
E mm/inch conversion See page 6.
1 1/2 calculation See page 6.
2
*2 *2 *2 *2 *2
I
A
ABS/INC coordinate selection See page 6.
123 Lower digit blanking out See page 6.
Memory backup See page 6.
Expansion/contraction coefficient setting See page 6.
Zero approach machining [ABS mode] See page 6.
Zero approach machining [INC mode] See page 6.
*3 *3 *3
Bolt-hole circle machining See page 6.
Touch-signal probe See page 7.

SET Scale reference point setting See page 7.

+ Addition/subtraction See page 7.

MAX
MIN
Maximum/minimum value hold See page 7.
DIA Diameter display See page 7.
*4 *4 *4 *4 *4
Z1+Z2 Addition of 2-scale data See page 7.
Direct data entry with Digimatic gage See page 7.
*5 *5 *5
TOOL Cutting tool selection See page 7.
Coordinate data copy See page 7.
MACRO One-touch macro key See page 8.
PROG. Part-program setting See page 8.
Programmable remote controller See page 8.
Linearity error compensation See page 8.
Pitch error compensation See page 8.
Lost motion compensation See page 8.
1234 Smoothing See page 8.
RS-232C
OUTPUT RS-232C Interface Unit See page 8.
LIMIT
RS-232C Limit signal output via RS-232C
BCD
OUTPUT BCD Code Out See page 8.
DIGIMATIC
OUTPUT Digimatic Code Qut See page 8.
GP-IB
OUTPUT GP-IB Interface See page 8.
LIMIT
OUTPUT Limit signal output See page 8.

: Provided as standard
: Optional accessory
*1 Resolutions to be set differ depending upon the type of Counters.
*2 6 absolute (ABS) coordinates and 5 incremental (INC) coordinates are provided for the KM/KC Counter.

1 absolute (ABS) coordinate and 1 incremental (INC) coordinate are provided for the KL/KLL/KS Counter.
*3 Not available on the 1-axis Counters.
*4 Not available on the 1-axis Counters and the 2-axis KL Counter.
*5 5 cutting tools can be specified on the KM/KC Counter. 10 cutting tools can be specified on the KLL Counter.

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 BASIC FUNCTIONS FOR MILLING MACHINES
mm Zero approach machining
ZERO Zero-setting E
mm/inch conversion [INC mode]
The display can be set to "0" (zero) at any scale The counting unit can be changed between Zero approach machining can be repeated at
position. "mm" and "inch" (or between "mm" and "E a preset interval without error. Since the
Workpiece (=1/25.4mm)" depending on the model.) counter keeps the total displacement in the
absolute coordinate system, the error is
automatically compensated for at each tool
position.
1
2 1/2 calculation 8 10
This function halves the display value.
0 0 0

Y
X
I Absolute/incremental
Zero-set remote controller A
coordinate selection
The optional zero set remote controller For each axis, the measured value can be 8 10
(09CAA335) allows the displayed value to be obtained in either absolute (ABS) or
remotely zero set. incremental (INC) coordinate system. This Counts
function is useful, for example, if the following up
operation is performed. Set the datum point
for a workpiece in the absolute mode. Then,
after performing zero setting, presetting, etc.,
in the incremental mode, return to the 0 0
absolute mode. In this way the absolute
distance from the datum point can be easily
displayed.
Counts up
Zero approach machining
[ABS mode]
09CAA335 In milling, the tool can be positioned with the
Mchining following method: first preset the distance
tool Workpiece from the current tool position to the
20 10 10 40 machining position, then feed the table until
the counter value reads zero. This method of
P.SET Preset 0 0 0 Recall
Zero set machining is called "zero approach
This function allows the user to enter a Datum 80 machining". Since this method maintains
numeric value on the counter display. Any plane consistency with the drawing, effective
(Zero set)
preset value can be retrieved whenever machining operations can be made error-free.
necessary. (There are two zero approach machining
Machining using modes: incremental zero approach mode and
Workpiece incremental coordinate: absolute zero approach mode.)
12.345 12.345 12.345 11 12 12 12 12

40 18
Counts down
8

10
0 0
12.345
preset 0 0 30 45
12.345 Datum point Machining using
preset 0 absolute coordinate: Counts up
12.345
preset

Machining
0.001 tool Workpiece
123
/ 0.01 Resolution setting Lower digit blanking out 8
The most easy-to-read resolution can be Unnecessary lower digits (up to 9 digits of the 18
selected to meet measuring applications. lowest digits) can be blanked out.
Available resolutions depend upon the Datum plane
Counter to be used.

Memory backup
The backup battery retains the most recent
Bolt-hole circle machining
Counting direction setting display value even when the counter is off. In milling, the drilling positions along the
The counting up direction can be selected. circumference of the base circle in the
absolute zero approach mode can be easily
Expansion/contraction displayed by entering the center coordinates,
diameter, and number of divisions of the base
coefficient setting circle.
Detector unit fixed This function compensates for the expansion/
Forward direction: contraction of a melted material in a mold
Counts up as the main spar moves right.
within a range of -20% to 20%.

Reverse direction:
Counts up as the main spar moves left.

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 FOR LATHES
DIA TOOL
Touch-signal probe Diameter display Cutting tool selection
The optional touch-signal probe makes it easy The doubled scale displacement can be Multiple absolute and incremental coordinates

Display Units
to perform such operations as datum point displayed. This convenient feature can be can be set for an axis. If individual cutting tools
setting (detecting the workpiece edge and used to display the diameter of a workpiece installed on a lathe are assigned dedicated
setting the counter display to zero), workpiece that results in a lathe cutting operation. coordinates, the tools can be used whenever
centering, and dimensional measurement necessary by simply selecting the tool, without
(detecting the workpiece end point and resetting the machining datum point each
holding the counter display). time.
Up to 5 tools can be registered on the KM/KC Counter.
Up to 10 tools can be registered on the KLL Counter.
Touch
signal
probe Tool (1)
3
1 Tool (4) 4
2 Work 4 1 2 3
Offset value Z1+Z2 Tool (2)
piece Addition of 2-scale data
Tool (3)
The sum of the displayed values of two axes
Machine table can be displayed. If a machine has two feed 20 10 20 10
Counts up 5 components, fine feed and coarse feed, each 60
Datum
with its own scale, this function can be used 4 3 2 1
plane (0) to sum the two feed values.
X X

Y Y

SET
Scale reference point Z Z Coordinate data copy
setting Coordinates for cutting tools on a lathe can be
The linear scale has scale reference points at set by copying the coordinate data (display
50mm intervals. When one of the points is values, datum points, and preset values) from
detected, the linear scale issues a signal to one tool to another.
hold/restart counting. If the distance from a Direct data entry with
scale reference point to the machine origin is Digimatic gage
registered as the offset value, it will be A Mitutoyo SPC gage, such as the Digimatic
retained even when the power is off (hold Micrometer, Digimatic Caliper, etc., can be
function). When the power is turned on, the connected to the counter (requires an
machine origin or machining datum can be optional connecting cable). Measurement
easily recalled (set function). data from the gage does not require data
conversion. This function can be used in
Workpiece conjunction with the diameter display function
to greatly improve turning efficiency.

Datum plane Machine table

Cutting tool
Touch signal probe

Workpiece Workpiece
se g
X o ar inin Machining a diameter
of 12.340mm
0
C ch down to
a 10.050mm
Scale reference point m 1.145
–12.340
2 2.290
–10.050
2
– 2.290
2
FOR SURFACE GRINDERS 2 Conventional method
(1) Measure the diameter
(12.340mm).
Addition/subtraction g
rin
(2) Subtract the desired dimension
A value can be added to/subtracted from the u from the measured value.
display value by entering the value with the as (3) Halve the difference (2.290mm).
numeric keys. Me (4) Feed the cutter by 1.145mm.

e ng With KM/KC Counter

FOR EDM Fin hini X (1) Diameter of 12.340mm is
ac
automatically preset.
Y (Press the appropriate button on
MAX
MIN
Maximum/minimum value m the counter or Digimatic
hold micrometer.)
The counter’s display values fluctuate in (2) Feed the cutter until the counter
X
processes as electrical discharge machining, displays the target dimension
during which the electrode volume is Y (10.050mm).
increased or decreased. The maximum/ (The diameter calculation
minimum value hold function allows the function has been activated.)
counter to hold maximum or minimum values,
thus allowing more precise controls of the
machining position.

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 Four groups of one-touch macro keys
For milling machine For lathe (1) For lathe (2) For grinding machine
I Switch absolute/incremental I Switch absolute/incremental I Switch absolute/incremental I Switch absolute/incremental
A coordinate A coordinate A coordinate A coordinate
Select coordinates (0 to 5) Select Tool 1 Select coordinates (0 to 5) Select coordinates (0 to 5)
N
1 N N
Display Units

TOOL
Zero approach machining Select Tool 2 Coordinate data transfer Zero approach machining
[ABS mode] 2
TOOL [ABS mode]
Bolt-hole circle machining Select Tool 3 Zero approach machining Zero approach machining
3
TOOL [ABS mode] [INC mode]
Datum point setting Select Tool 4 Zero approach machining Direct data entry with
with touch signal probe 4
TOOL [INC mode] Digimatic gage
Centering Zero approach machining Direct data entry with 1 2 1/2 calculation
with touch signal probe [ABS mode] Digimatic gage
Datum point registration Zero approach machining Datum point registration Addition/subtraction
HOLD using scale reference point [INC mode] HOLD using scale reference point
Datum point recall Direct data entry with Datum point recall Datum point recall
SET using scale reference point Digimatic gage SET using scale reference point SET using scale reference point

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS ERROR COMPENSATION DATA OUTPUT

MACRO
Linearity error RS-232C
One-touch macro keys compensation OUTPUT
RS-232C Interface Unit
Eight frequently used functions are registered Machine errors caused due to workpiece The EIA standard RS-232C connector provides
to the touch keys (called "one-touch macro weight, inaccurate table adjustment, etc., are data transfer to/from a personal computer
keys"). Each of these functions can easily be linearly compensated to reduce the with an RS-232C Interface Unit. Not only can
executed at a single touch. Four positioning error. coordinate data be output from this
groups of functions are provided θ connector, but it can also receive signals from
for use with lathes, milling e the personal computer to perform zero
machines, grinding machines, setting, presetting, etc.
θ

etc. Only one of the groups,

L

which should be selected so that

it is suitable for application, is
registered to one-touch
operation keys at a time. Machine table
The one-touch operation keys BCD
can be easily customized, by OUTPUT BCD Code Out
replacing unnecessary functions
with others, so that the counter Coordinate data can be converted into parallel
Pitch error compensation BCD code and sent to the external printer, etc.
can be operated as effectively as The positioning error of a machine tool can be
possible.
reduced by approximating the errors with a
nine section graph. This function provides
The milling functions are more accurate compensation than linearity
registered to the one-touch error compensation.
macro keys of the KM/KC Error DIGIMATIC
Counter prior to shipment. OUTPUT
Digimatic Code Out Unit
L1 L2 L3 ••• L9
The Digimatic Mini-processor DP-1HS can be
Datum point
connected for easy coordinate data printout.
PROG. Part-program setting L0 Position

The part program setting function is Within ±100µm

convenient in such cases where multiple 2mm to 6000mm
workpieces of the same type must be
GP-IB
machined. Sequences of machining
operations, including presetting, zero setting,
OUTPUT GP-IB Interface
zero approach, etc., can be registered and Lost motion compensation Data can be transfered to/from an external
executed as necessary. Up to 9 sequences device with a GP-IB Interface. Not only can
This function compensates for the forward coordinate data be output using this interface,
(programs) can be regisitered by specifying and backward positioning errors that occur
operations with keys or by recording but it can also be used to receive signals from
operations during machining (which is called when the table is fed. an external device to perform zero setting,
Lost motion presetting, etc.
the "teaching function").
Scale unit

Programmable remote
controller
The optional programmable remote controller
(09CAA384) can be used to edit registered Machine
LIMIT
part programs by deleting or inserting table
OUTPUT Limit Signal Output
machining operations.
If tolerances or the upper and lower limits
1234 have been preset, the counter issues signals to
Smoothing turn on/off tolerancing lamps on the external
Smoothing makes the display value easier to device according to the scale movement.
read when a minimum reading fluctuates due This function is usefull when scale units are
to machine vibration. mounted on the measuring machine to
perform GO/NG judgment on workpieces or
dimensions.
09CAA384

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■ Zero-setting and 1/2 calculation of the displayed value can
KL Counter ■ The machine origin and the reference point for machining can
be performed by just a touch of a key. be easily reproduced, using the scale reference point signal.
■ Preset value can be easily entered using the numeric keys. ■ Can be connected to a personal computer by installing an RS-
■ A power voltage ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC can be 232C Interface Unit (optional).

Display Units
used. No switching between voltages is required.

Functions included
0.001 mm
ZERO P.SET / 0.01 E

1 I
123
2 A

* **
SET DIA Z1+Z2
*
RS-232C
OUTPUT

*Optional accessory
**Only available on the 3-axis type

Z axis

Photo: 2-axis type

X axis

Standard Type
Dimensions
with Ease of Use Y axis

276 (10.87") Unit: mm (inch) Especially

for Milling Machines
I
HOLD
A
X
175 (6.89")

X 7 8 9

Y 4 5 6
Y Z
Z
1 2 3
+
0 • –

Mitutoyo ON
OFF
UNIT
1
2 CE
LOAD Optional accessories
09CAA954 RS-232C Interface Unit
206 (8.12")
938140 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 20mm)
935094 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 32mm)
(2.17")

902329 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 1/2")

100 (3.94")
55

M5 tapped hole

SPECIFICATIONS
Model KL Counter
Type mm/inch
Number of scale inputs 1-axis 2-axis 3-axis
Order no. 100V AC 174-161 174-163 174-165
(Each order number 120V AC 174-161A 174-163A 174-165A
suffix denotes the AC 230/220V AC 174-161D 174-163D 174-165D
power cord type
included.) 240V AC (UK) 174-161E 174-163E 174-165E
240V AC (Australia) 174-161F 174-163F 174-165F
Resolution 0.001mm/0.005mm/0.01mm/.0001"/.0005"/.001"
Maximum counting digits 7 digits (with a negative [-] sign and a floating decimal point)
Display LED (green)
Maximum response speed 100kHz (The maximum response speed of each model of the AT100 Series linear scales acceptable.)
Power consumption Approx. 25VA (at maximum)
Power supply 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Operation temperature 0°C to 40°C
Dimensions (WxDxH) 276x177x100mm (10.87"x6.97"x3.94")
Mass 2.4kg (5.28 lbs.)
Standard accessories Power cord (2m), grounding lead wire (4m), dust cover, user's manual, warranty

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 KLL Counter
■ With its design based on the KL Counter, the KLL Counter is a ■ Can store offset values of a maximum of 10 different kinds of
dedicated lathe-machining counter with convenient tools in the memory. This eliminates tedious value inputs
functions. when changing tools.
■ By the 2-scale data addition function, a total value of ■ Can be connected to a personal computer by installing an
Display Units

readings by the two scales is displayed as a displacement on RS-232C Interface Unit (optional).
the Z-axis; one scale is attached to the fine-feed table and the
other to the coarse-feed table.
Functions included
0.001 mm
ZERO P.SET / 0.01 E

1 I
123
2 A

SET DIA Z1+Z2 TOOL

*
RS-232C
1234 OUTPUT *Optional accessory

Z axis
Zu axis
X axis

Dimensions
Special Version
276 (10.87")
of KL Counter
Unit: mm (inch)

X
I
A
TOOL HOLD

for Lathes
175 (6.89")

X 7 8 9

Zu Zu 4 5 6

Z 1 2 3
Z
+
0 • –

Mitutoyo ON
OFF
UNIT + 1
2 CE
LOAD Optional accessory
09CAA954 RS-232C Interface Unit
206 (8.12")
(2.17")
100 (3.94")
55

M5 tapped hole

SPECIFICATIONS
Model KLL Counter
Type mm/inch
Number of scale inputs 3-axis
Order no. 100V AC 174-167B
(Each order number 120V AC 174-167A
suffix denotes the AC 230/220V AC 174-167D
power cord type
included.) 240V AC (UK) 174-167E
240V AC (Australia) 174-167F
Resolution X-axis 0.001mm/0.002mm/0.01mm/.0001"/.0002"/.001" (in DIA mode)
Zu-axis, Z-axis 0.001mm/0.005mm/0.01mm/.0001"/.005"/.001" (in RAD mode)
Maximum counting digits 7 digits (with a negative [-] sign and a floating decimal point)
Display LED (green)
Maximum response speed 100kHz (The maximum response speed of each model of the AT100 Series linear scales acceptable.)
Power consumption Approx. 25VA (at maximum)
Power supply 100V-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Operation temperature 0°C to 40°C
Dimensions (WxDxH) 276x177x100mm (10.87"x6.97"x3.94")
Mass 2.4kg (5.28 lbs.)
Standard accessories Power cord (2m), grounding lead wire (4m), dust cover, user's manual, warranty

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 KM Counter †

■ A multi-functional counter equipped with various functions ■ The machine origin and the reference point for machining
convenient for various machine tools such as lathes, milling can be easily reproduced, using the scale reference point
machines, and grinding machines. signal.
■ One-touch operation of various functions using the macro ■ The optional Zero-set Remote Controller allows wireless zero-

Display Units
keys. setting.
■ Preset value can be easily entered using the numeric keys. ■ Measuring procedures can be stored in the memory, using
the part program setting function.

Photo: 2-axis type

Multi-function Type Unit: mm (inch)

Dimensions 376 (14.80") Functions included
362 (14.25") *
ZERO
X
P.SET
0.001 mm 1 I
Mounting brackets Y
/ 0.01 E 2 A

*
123 SET
100 (3.94")
24.2 140 (5.51")

DIA Z1+Z2 TOOL MACRO PROG.

44.2 (1.74")

*
(.95")

1234 *Optional accessory

335 (13.19") 3 (.12") 187 (7.36") 13 (.51")

Ø E
Fn/PRG. I
A
Optional accessories
mm X N
AI

09CAA335 Zero-set remote contoller

150 (5.91")

inch
X Y Z
Ø E
CE Fn LOAD

AI
mm
inch
Y
7
4
8
5
9
6
09CAA384 Programmable remote controller
Ø

AI
mm
E

inch
Z
1
0
2
.
3
+/–
HOLD

SET
938140 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 20mm)
KM
POWER
935094 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 32mm)
8 (.31")
902329 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 1/2")

SPECIFICATIONS
Model KM Counter
Type mm/E (=1/25.4mm) mm/inch
Number of scale inputs 1-axis 2-axis 3-axis 1-axis 2-axis 3-axis
Order no. 100V AC 174-111 174-113 174-115 174-112 174-114 174-116
(Each order number 120V AC 174-111A 174-113A 174-115A 174-112A 174-114A 174-116A
suffix denotes the AC 230/220V AC 174-111D 174-113D 174-115D 174-114D 174-116D
power cord type 174-112D
included.) 240V AC (UK) 174-111E 174-113E 174-115E 174-112E 174-114E 174-116E
240V AC (Australia) 174-111F 174-113F 174-115F 174-112F 174-114F 174-116F
Resolution 0.0005mm/0.001mm/0.002mm/ 0.0005mm/0.001mm/0.002mm/0.005mm/0.01mm/
0.005mm/0.01mm .00002"/.00005"/.0001"/.0002"/.0005"/.001"
Maximum counting digits 8 digits (with a negative [-] sign and a floating decimal point)
Display Luminous fluorescence tube (green)
Maximum response speed 100kHz (The maximum response speed of each model of the AT100 Series linear scales are acceptable.)
Power consumption Approx. 30VA (at maximum)
Power supply 100-120V/200-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Operation temperature 0°C to 40°C
Dimensions (WxDxH) 335x187x158mm (13.19"x7.36"x6.22")
Mass 3.3kg (7.26 lbs.) 3.4kg (7.48 lbs.) 3.5kg (7.7 lbs.) 3.3kg (7.26 lbs.) 3.4kg (7.48 lbs.) 3.5kg (7.7 lbs.)
Standard accessories User's manual, power cord (2m), grounding lead wire (4m), spare fuze,
macro key lables, dust cover, mounting brackets (1 set), warranty
†
KM Counter is not available in the US market.

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 KC Counter
■ Equipped with similar functions to that of the KM Counter, ■ Select an output specification from five types: RS-232C, GP-IB,
the KC Counter is a multi-functional counter to which various BCD, Digimatic, and Limit Signal outputs.
interfacing units can be attached for data output.
Display Units

Photo:
3-axis type

RS-232C/BCD/GP-IB/Digimatic/
Limit Signal Outputs Available.
Functions included
*
Dimensions Unit: mm (inch) ZERO
X
P.SET
0.001 mm 1 I
Y
/ 0.01 E 2 A
335 (13.19") 3 (.12") 187 (7.36") 13 (.51")
*
123 SET
Fn/PRG. I
Ø E A
mm X N
150 (5.91")

AI inch
X Y Z
Ø

AI
mm
E

inch
Y
CE

7
Fn
8
LOAD

9
DIA Z1+Z2 TOOL MACRO PROG.
4 5 6
Ø
mm
E
Z
1 2 3 HOLD
* ** ** **
AI inch 0 . +/– RS-232C LIMIT BCD
SET
1234 OUTPUT RS-232C OUTPUT
KC
POWER

** ** **
8 (.31") DIGIMATIC GP-IB LIMIT * Optional accessory
OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT ** One of these Interfaces/Code Out Units can be
installed (optional).

SPECIFICATIONS
Model KC Counter
Type mm/E (=1/25.4mm) mm/inch
Number of scale inputs 1-axis 2-axis 3-axis 1-axis 2-axis 3-axis
Order no. 100V AC 174-121-11*1 174-123-11*1 174-125-11*1 174-122-11*1 174-124-11*1 174-126-11*1
2 2 2 2 2
(Each order number 174-121-13* 174-123-13* 174-125-13* 174-122-13* 174-124-13* 174-126-13*2
suffix denotes the AC 174-121-14*3 174-123-14*3 174-125-14*3 174-122-14*3 174-124-14*3 174-126-14*3
power cord type
included.) 174-121-15*4 174-123-15*4 174-125-15*4 174-122-15*4 174-124-15*4 174-126-15*4
174-121-16*5 174-123-16*5 174-125-16*5 174-122-16*5 174-124-16*5 174-126-16*5
120V AC 174-121A*6 174-123A*6 174-125A*6 174-122A*6 174-124A*6 174-126A*6
230/220V AC 174-121D*6 174-123D*6 174-125D*6 174-122D*6 174-124D*6 174-126D*6
240V AC (UK) 174-121E*6 174-123E*6 174-125E*6 174-122E*6 174-124E*6 174-126E*6
240V AC (Australia) 174-121F*6 174-123F*6 174-125F*6 174-122F*6 174-124F*6 174-126F*6
Resolution 0.0005mm/0.001mm/0.002mm/ 0.0005mm/0.001mm/0.002mm/0.005mm/0.01mm/
0.005mm/0.01mm .00002"/.00005"/.0001"/.0002"/.0005"/.001"
Maximum counting digits 8 digits (with a negative [-] sign and a floating decimal point)
Display Luminous fluorescence tube (green)
Maximum response speed 100kHz (The maximum response speed of each model of the AT100 Series linear scales are acceptable.)
Power consumption Approx. 30VA (at maximum)
Power supply 100-120V/200-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Operation temperature 335x187x158mm (13.19"x7.36"x6.22")
Dimensions (WxDxH) 0°C to 40°C
Mass 3.5kg (7.7 lbs.) 3.6kg (7.92 lbs.) 3.7kg (8.14 lbs.) 3.5kg (7.7 lbs.) 3.6kg (7.92 lbs.) 3.7kg (8.14 lbs.)
Standard accessories User's manual, power cord (2m), grounding lead wire (4m), spare fuze,
macro key lables, dust cover, mounting bracket (1 set), warranty
*1 Provided with a parallel BCD Code Out Unit as standard *3 Provided with a GP-IB Interface as standard *5 Provided with a Limit Signal Output Unit as standard
*2 Provided with an RS-232C Interface Unit as standard *4 Provided with a Digimatic Code Out Unit as standard *6 Data output unit is optional.

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 938140 (Ø20mm)
935094 (Ø32mm)
902329 (Ø20mm)

SPC Cable Digimatic Gages

Display Units
Linear Scale

KC Counter

936551 936552 936553

09CAA335 09CAA384

Interface and Code Out Units

RS-232C GP-IB Digimatic BCD Limit Signal

Personal PLC
Computer RS-232C Interface Unit (09CAA402)

936937 (1m)
965014 (2m)
DP-1HS

965004
937326 937328
Parallel BCD Code Out Unit (09CAA430)
937327

Optional accessories
09CAA335 Zero-set remote contoller
09CAA384 Programmable remote controller
09CAA402 RS-232C Interface Unit
09CAA412 Parallel BCD Code Out Unit (1-axis)
09CAA424 Parallel BCD Code Out Unit (2-axis)
09CAA430 Parallel BCD Code Out Unit (3-axis)
09CAA462 Digimatic Code Out Unit Digimatic Code Out Unit (09CAA462)
09CAA452 GP-IB Interface Unit
09CAA472 Limit Signal Output Unit
937326 External load box (1-axis)*
937327 External load box (2-axis)*
937328 External load box (3-axis)*
965004 External load foot switch (for all axes)*
936551 External zero-set box (1-axis)**
936552 External zero-set box (2-axis)**
936553 External zero-set box (3-axis)**
938140 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 20mm) GP-IB Interface Unit (09CAA452)
935094 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 32mm)
902329 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 1/2")
936937 SPC cable (1m) for connecting with DP-1HS***
965014 SPC cable (2m) for connecting with DP-1HS***
264-503 DP-1HS Digimatic Mini-processor (100V AC)***
264-503A DP-1HS Digimatic Mini-processor (120V AC)***
264-503D DP-1HS Digimatic Mini-processor (230V AC)***
264-503E DP-1HS Digimatic Mini-processor (240V AC)***
*RS-232C Interface Unit, BCD Code Out Unit, Digimatic Code Out Unit, or GP-IB Interface Unit is required.
**Limit Signal Output Unit (09CAA472) is required.
***Digimatic Code Out Unit (09CAA462) is required.
Limit Signal Output Unit (09CAA472)

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 ■ A counter with basic functions. Suitable for reading
KS Counter ■ Can be connected to a personal computer by installing an
displacement of measuring fixtures and an X-Y table. RS-232C Interface Unit. (1 or 2-axis type only.)
■ One-touch operation of Zero-setting and 1/2 calculation.
Display Units

Functions included
*
X 0.001
ZERO Y P.SET / 0.01

mm 1 I
E 2 A

123 DIA Z1+Z2

*
RS-232C
1234 OUTPUT

*Optional accessory

Photo: 2-axis type

Basic Function Type

for Measuring Equipment/
Surface Grinders
RS-232C
Optional accessories
Interface Unit 09CAA335 Zero-set remote controller
(optional) 09CAA762 RS-232C Interface Unit*
937326 External load box (1-axis)**
Dimensions Unit: mm (inch) 937327 External load box (2-axis)**
235 (9.25") 5 (.20") 100 (3.94") 13 (.51") 965004 External load foot switch (for all axes)**
936551 External zero-set box (1-axis)**
936552 External zero-set box (2-axis)**
1,2-axis: 107 (4.21")
3-axis: 150 (5.91")

Ø E X
A
mm
inch
X Y
UNIT
*Only available on the 1 or 2-axis KS Counter.
1/2 **RS-232C Interface Unit (09CAA762) is required.
I
Ø E A

A
mm
inch
Y LOAD

KS
POWER

8 (.31")

SPECIFICATIONS
Model KS Counter
Type mm/E (=1/25.4mm) mm/inch
Number of scale inputs 1-axis 2-axis 3-axis 1-axis 2-axis 3-axis
Order no. 100V AC 174-101-1 174-103-1 174-105 174-102-1 174-104-1 174-106
(Each order number 120V AC 174-101-1A 174-103-1A 174-105A 174-102-1A 174-104-1A 174-106A
suffix denotes the AC 230/220V AC 174-101-1D 174-105D 174-102-1D 174-104-1D 174-106D
power cord type 174-103-1D
included.) 240V AC (UK) 174-101-1E 174-103-1E 174-105E 174-102-1E 174-104-1E 174-106E
240V AC (Australia) 174-101-1F 174-103-1F 174-105F 174-102-1F 174-104-1F 174-106F
Resolution 0.0005mm/0.001mm/0.002mm/0.005mm 0.0005mm/0.001mm/0.002mm/0.005mm/
.00002"/.00005"/.0001"/.0002"/.0005"
Maximum counting digits 8 digits (with a negative [-] sign and a floating decimal point)
Display Luminous fluorescence tube (green)
Maximum response speed 100kHz (The maximum response speed of each model of the AT100 Series linear scales are acceptable.)
Power consumption Approx. 30VA (at maximum)
Power supply 100-120V/200-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Operation temperature 0°C to 40°C
Dimensions (WxDxH) 235x100x115mm 235x100x115mm 235x100x158mm 235x100x115mm 235x100x115mm 235x100x158mm
(9.25"x3.94"x4.53") (9.25"x3.94"x4.53") (9.25"x3.94"x6.22") (9.25"x3.94"x4.53") (9.25"x3.94"x4.53") (9.25"x3.94"x6.22")
Mass 1.9kg (4.18 lbs.) 2.0kg (4.18 lbs.) 2.2kg (4.84 lbs.) 1.9kg (4.18 lbs.) 2.0kg (4.18 lbs.) 2.2kg (4.84 lbs.)
Standard accessories User's manual, power cord (2m), grounding lead wire (4m), spare fuze,
dust cover, mounting bracket (1 set), warranty

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 KLD Counter
■ A 1-axis counter dedicated to sending signals when a linear ■ For controlling a vertical position of an EDM or a grinding
scale displacement value and a preset limit value coincide. machine.
■ Three types of limit settings are available: 2 steps, 4 steps, ■ Can be connected to a personal computer or a sequencer by
and 8 steps. installing an RS-232C Interface Unit or a BCD Code Out unit.

Display Units
(Both interface units are optional accessories.)

Functions included
ZERO P.SET
0.001 mm 1 123
/ 0.01 E 2
*
MAX
SET MIN DIA
** **
RS-232C BCD LIMIT
1234 OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT

*Optional accessory
**Either of these units can be installed (optional).

Photo: 4-step limit setting type

With
Limit Signal
Outputs
Dimensions Unit: mm (inch) Photo: 8-step limit setting type
332 (13.07") 235 (9.25")

1
2
166 (6.54")

X
7 7 7 7 7 7
SET HOLD

LOAD
Optional accessories
A B C D 907569 RS-232C Interface Unit
7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
907570 BCD Code Out Unit
KLD POWER
965004 External load foot switch*
332 (13.07") 235 (9.25") 937326 External load box*
936551 External zero-set box
938140 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 20mm)
935094 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 32mm)
166 (6.54")

HOLD PRO

mm
X X 7

4
8

5
9

6
1
E

2
902329 Touch-signal probe (shank dia.: 1/2")
1 2 3 RCL

% 0 •
+
–
LOAD
*RS-232C Interface Unit (907569) is required.
KLD POWER

SPECIFICATIONS
Model KLD Counter
Type mm/inch
Number of scale inputs 1-axis
Limit signal output 2-step 4-step 8-step
Order no. 100V AC 174-141 174-143 174-145
(Each order number 120V AC 174-141A 174-143A 174-145A
suffix denotes the AC
power cord type 230/220V AC 174-141D 174-143D 174-145D
included.) 240V AC 174-141E 174-143E 174-145E
Resolution 0.0005mm/0.001mm/0.002mm/0.005mm/0.01mm/.00002"/.00005"/.0001"/.0002"/.0005"/.001"
Maximum counting digits 9 digits (with a negative [-] sign and a floating decimal point)
Display Luminous fluorescence tube (green)
Limit value setting method Digital swithch Digital swithch Ten-keyboard
Maximum response speed 50kHz (60m/min. with the AT100 Series linear scales)
Power consumption Approx. 20VA (at maximum)
Power supply 100-120V/200-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Operation temperature 0°C to 40°C
Dimensions (WxDxH) 332x165.5x235mm (13.07"x6.52"x9.25")
Mass 4.5kg (9.9 lbs.)
Standard accessories User's manual, power cord (2m), grounding lead wire (4m), spare fuze, warranty

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 Connection with External Devices

System diagram
Mitutoyo's Linear Scales accurately detect and display the displacement of machine tools or measuring
equipment, and output the measurement data to a peripheral device such as PC or Sequencer via an interface.
A variety of interfaces are available for various outputs such as RS-232C, BCD, GP-IB, limit signal, and
Digimatic outputs. Each output board is optional.
Output connector
Counter control
RS-232C
Personal
External load foot switch GP-IB computer

(Rear panel) BCD

External load box Data
Limit signal transmission

Digimatic
Sequencer
Limit signal
(Motion controller)
GO/±NG
Touch-signal probe
Data Output

(Front panel)
Digimatic
Mini-processor
External zero-set box
Print out
DP-1HS

RS-232C Interface Unit

■ The external load box, foot switch, or touch signal probe allows the measurement data in the RS-232C format from
the RS-232C Interface Unit to be output to a peripheral device.
■ The RS-232C Interface Unit enables measurement data output, as well as Zero-Setting, Preset, and Limit Setting of
counter by commands from the computer.
■ With the use of the RS-232C Interface Unit, the counter can be set to output measured data at a specified interval
(Interval Mode).

[KL/KLL/KC/KS/KLD Counter]
Specifications
(1) Receptacle used (4) Pin assignment
• D-Sub 25-pin (female) 13 1
• Threads specified in mm
Note) A connecting cable or connector is not included in the
RS-232C Interface Unit.
(2) Applicable plug 25 14
• D-Sub 25-pin (male)
• Threads specified in mm No. of pin Signal I/O Remarks
1 FG — Frame grounding
(3) Communication specifications (conforming with 2 TXD Input Data transfer
EIA RS-232C) 3 RXD Outout Data reception
Home position DCE (Use a straight cable to connect to a personal 4** RTS Input Data demand
computer.) 5 CTS Output Communication grant
Communication method Half-duplex, nonprocedural 6 DSR Output Data set ready
Data transfer speed 150*, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 7 S.G — Signal grounding
(Baud rate) 9600, 19200*bsp 8*** CD Output Carrier detect
Bit configuration Start bit: 1 9 to 19 — — Not used
Data bit: 7 or 8* (ASCII code, upper-case 20** DTR Input Data terminal ready
characters)
21 to 25 — — Not used
Parity bit: 1 (even, odd), 0 (none)
**Not used on KL Counter and KLL Counter
Stop bit: 1 or 2* ***KLD Counter only
Communication conditions Can be set using the respective parameters.
*KLD Counter only

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 Data and Commands
[KL/KLL Counter]
(1) Data format
When the counter displays "12345.678". Timing chart
X + 1 2 3 4 5 . 6 7 8 CR LF (1) Trigger Mode (Data output by signals from the
touch signal probe)
When the counter displays "0.000".
t1 t2
X + 0 0 0 0 0 . 0 0 0 CR LF T.S.P.

• The output data format is fixed to either 7 or 8 digits, t4 LF

t3
without zero-suppression. (7 digits only for KL and KLL DATA
Counters.) 100ms < t1
1s < t2
• If data is output from multiple axes, a comma <,> is used 100ms < t3
as a delimiter. t4 < 100ms
Example: X +12345.678, Y +90123.456 CR LF
• Data is output in the same unit that is used on the (2) Trigger Mode (Data output by commands from
counter (mm or inch). However, the unit itself will not be the computer)
output. t2
• When a touch signal probe is used with a KLD Counter, t1
measurement data can be output only in the Hold Mode. COMMAND

Data Output
LF
t3
(2) Operation for data output DATA
Counter display values can be output in the following ways. Be t1 < 100ms LF
careful not to input more than one signal type simultaneously. 200ms < t2
100ms < t3
Trigger Counter mode Output axis Applicable
counters Note 1: Limits are set for t2 and t3 of KL and KLL Counters to describe
accurate timing.
Touch signal Nonal mode All axes KL, KC, KLD
probe Note 2: KC and KS Counters hold counts at the same timing described
HOLD mode Specified axis only above, also, to output count value data (X CR LF, etc.). The timing of a
External load Nomal mode Axes that are selected by KC, KS, KLD response to the Zero-setting command differs from the timing described
box the external load box above.
HOLD mode Axes that are specified for
data hold and that are
selected by the external
load box
Data request KL, KLL, KC,
command:
X CR LF X axis
KS, KLD [KC/KS Counter]
Y CR LF Y axis Timing chart
Z CR LF Z axis
A CR LF All axes (1) Interval Mode (Automatic data output at a
Interval output All axes KC specified interval)

DATA LF LF
(3) Error code output
t1
If a data output command is issued when the counter is in an t1 < 50ms
error status, or when an incorrect command is issued, the
counter outputs a corresponding error code signal. (2) Trigger Mode (Data output by a trigger signal
from the touch signal probe or External Load Box)
(4) Other commands
The counter can be controlled externally by executing the T.S.P. or t1 t2
following commands through a computer, etc. Command EXT.LOAD
codes must be entered in upper-case characters.
Function Axis Command code Applicable
from PC counters LF
DATA
Zero-setting X axis RX CR LF KL, KLL, KC,
Sets the counter Y axis RY CR LF KLD* t4 t3 20ms < t1
display values to Z axis RZ CR LF 300ms < t2
zero. All axes RA CR LF 10ms < t3
t4 <100ms
Error cancelation — CO CR LF KL, KLL, KC,
Has the same effect KLD*
as the CANCEL key (3) Trigger Mode (Data output by commands from
on the counter.
Preset X axis C1X+00000000 CR LF KC, KLD*
the computer)
Presets the counter Y axis C1Y+01234567 CR LF t1
display with the Z axis C1Z+99999999 CR LF LF t1 < 1000ms
specified value.
Key code — KC Counter: KC, KLD COMMAND
By inputting the C6 00000 CR LF
corresponding 5-digit key code
code, the counter KLD Counter: DATA LF
can be controlled in K 00000 CR LF
the same way that 5-digit key code
the front panel key
does.

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 BCD Code Out Unit
The BCD Code Out Unit is an interface that performs conversion of measurement data to binary codes and the
parallel output of these binary codes to an external device.

[KC Counter]
Connector Timing chart
(1) Receptacle used (1) Interval Mode (Automatic data output at a
• Amphenol 36-pin (female) [57-40360-751 (DDK)] specified interval)
t1
(2) Applicable plug t2 t3 t1 ≤ 50ms
• Amphenol 36-pin (male) [57-30360 (DDK) or equivalent] t2 ≤ 2ms
Note: The connecting plug is not provided.
(3) Pin assignment VALID

18 1 READY

DATA

• Since the parallel data output is latched while VALID is in the

LOW state, the data should be received during this interval
Data Output

36 19 (t3).
• The parallel data output remains latched at the rise or fall of
No. of pin Signal I/O No. of pin Signal I/O VALID. However, READY does not fall and remains at the
1 1x100 Output 19 4x104 Output HIGH state.
2 2x100 Output 20 8x104 Output
3 4x100 Output 21 1x105 Output
4 8x100 Output 22 2x105 Output (2) Trigger Mode (Data output by a COMMAND
5 1x101 Output 23 4x105 Output signal input, trigger signal from the touch
6 2x101 Output 24 8x105 Output signal probe, or signal from External Load Box)
7 4x101 Output 25 1x106 Output t1 t2
COMMAND 20ms < t1
8 8x101 Output 26 2x106 Output T.S.P., EXT.LOAD 300ms < t2
9 1x102 Output 27 4x106 Output t3 < 100ms
10 2x102 Output 28 8x106 Output ACCEPT 0.1ms < t4
11 4x102 Output 29 VALID Output t5 ≈ 35ms
VALID t4
12 8x102 Output 30 COMMAND Input
13 1x103 Output 31 ACCEPT Input READY t3
14 2x103 Output 32 READY Output t5
15 4x103 Output 33 +5V* Output DATA
16 8x103 Output 34 SIGN Output
17 1x104 Output 35 ALL-ZERO Output • If a COMMAND signal or a TSP (touch-signal probe) signal is
18 2x104 Output 36 GND Output input and t3 for readying data output has elapsed, READY
*Do not use this +5V current as an external power. output will remains LOW for a time interval of t5.
• It is also possible to receive data at a timing VALID falls.
(4) I/O circuits • Input of an ACCEPT signal cancels the READY state within
Input: Conforming to CMOS Output: Conforming to CMOS 35ms.
S4050 74HC574
Note: Interval mode or trigger mode can be selected with the parameter setting
(KC Counter).
5.1KΩ

22KΩ

1000µF Method of error output

(1) Error code output
If an error occurs in the error code output mode, the most
significant 5 digits of the BCD output (Pin 9 to 24) and the sign
(Pin 34) will be set to the HIGH state. Also, the error code will
Operation be output using the least significant 2 digits.
(1) Output of display values in the Interval Mode (2) High impedance state
At the predetermined intervals counter display values will be If an error occurs in the high impedance mode, the output lines
output to the external device. of all the BCD output digits (Pin 1 to 28) and the sign (Pin 34)
will be set to the high impedance state.
(2) Output of display values in the Trigger Mode
(3) All-zero output
Trigger Counter mode Output axis If an error occurs in the all-zero output mode, all the BCD
Touch signal probe Nonal mode All axes
output digits (Pin 1 to 28) will be set to the LOW state.
HOLD mode Specified axis only
Nomal mode Axes that correspond to the command
Note: The selection of error output modes can be set with the
COMMAND signal
from sequencer or signal or that are specified by the ext. parameter setting (KC Counter).
external load box load box.
HOLD mode Axes that are specified for data hold
and that are selected by the command
signal or the ext. load box.

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[KLD Counter]
BCD-OUT connector Timing chart
(1) Receptacle used (1) Hold Mode (When using a touch probe signal or
• Amphenol 36-pin (female) [57-40360-D39 (DDK)] COMMAND signal input)
(2) Applicable plug COMMAND
• Amphenol 36-pin (male) [57-30360-D39 (DDK) or equivalent] or T.S.P.
Note: The connecting plug is not provided.
ACCEPT
(3) Pin assignment
Note: The matching connector plug is not provided. t3

18 1 VALID

READY
t1 ≤ 100ms
t2 ≈ 35ms
t1 t2 *1 t3 > 0.1ms
36 19

Data Output
DATA
Pin BCD Signal I/O Pin BCD Signal I/O Pin BCD Signal I/O
1 1x100 Out 13 1x103 Out 25 1x106 Out
• If a COMMAND signal or a TSP signal is input and t1 for
2 2x100 Out 14 2x103 Out 26 2x106 Out readying data output has elapsed, READY output will remains
3 4x100 Out 15 4x103 Out 27 4x106 Out LOW for a time interval of t2. Since the data output is latched
4 8x100 Out 16 8x103 Out 28 8x106 Out while READY is in the LOW state, the data should be received
5 1x101 Out 17 1x104 Out 29 VALID Out during this interval (t2). Input of an ACCEPT signal cancels the
6 2x101 Out 18 2x104 Out 30 COMMAND In READY state within 35ms. It is also possible to receive data at a
7 4x101 Out 19 4x104 Out 31 ACCEPT In timing VALID falls.
8 8x101 Out 20 8x104 Out 32 READY Out • Display is on hold and output data are latched while a
9 1x102 Out 21 1x105 Out 33 +5V*1 Out
COMMAND signal or a touch signal is being input. When the
10 2x102 Out 22 2x105 Out 34 SIGN Out
11 4x102 Out 23 4x105 Out 35 ALL-ZERO Out
data logging time is t2 or longer, input data during (t2)+(*1).
12 8x102 Out 24 8x105 Out 36 GND Out If an error occurs, however, data is output according to the
*1: Do not use this +5V current as an external power. output format.
*2: The selection of the BCD signal or BIN signal can be set with the DIP switches on the
codeout unit.

(2) Data Mode (When not using a touch signal or

(4) Electric specification COMMAND signal input)
Pin Signal Specifications
1 - 28 BCD code CMOS 74HC373 output, positive logic
29 VALID TLP 521 (photo-coupler) output, negative logic VALID
30 COMMAND CMOS 74HC14 input, negative logic
READY t1 ≈ 2ms
31 ACCEPT CMOS 74HC14 input, negative logic t1 t2
32 READY TLP 521 (photo-coupler) output, negative logic t2 ≈ 98ms
t3 t3 ≈ 100ms
34 SIGN CMOS 74HC373 output, HIGH level for "+"
35 ALL-ZERO TLP 521 (photo-coupler) output, DATA
HIGH level for "all zero"

• Since the data output is latched while VALID is in the LOW

state, the data should be received during this interval (t2).
READY connector • The data output remains latched at the rise or fall of VALID.
(1) Receptacle used However, READY does not fall and remains at the HIGH state.
Female [RM-12BRD-4S (Hirose)]
(2) Applicable plug Method of error output
Male [RM-12BPG-4P (Hirose)]
Note: The connecting plug is not provided. (1) Error code output
(3) Pin assignment If an error occurs in the error code output mode, the most
significant 5 digits of the BCD output (Pin 9 to 24) and the sign
No. of pin Signal (Pin 34) will be set to the HIGH state. Also, the error code will
4 1 1 GND be output using the least significant 2 digits.
2 READY (2) High impedance state
3 2 3 VALID
If an error occurs in the high impedance mode, the output lines
4 GND
of all the BCD output digits (Pin 1 to 28) and the sign (Pin 34)
• READY and VALID of the READY connector are connected to will be set to the high impedance state.
pins No.32 and No.29 of the BCD OUTPUT connector, (3) All-zero output
respectively. If an error occurs in the all-zero output mode, all the BCD
output digits (Pin 1 to 28) will be set to the LOW state.
Note: The selection of error output modes can be set with the DIP switches on the
counter.

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 GP-IB Interface
With the use of the GP-IB Interface, a maximum of 15 counters can be connected within one system. It is a standard
interface that facilitates construction of a measuring system.

[KC Counter]
Pin assignment Timing chart
12 1 (1) Interval Mode (Talk Only*)
t1
t1 ≤ 50ms

DATA LF
24 13 DAV
Note: The matching connector plug and cable are not provided.

No. of pin Signal No. of pin Signal

1 DI01 19 DI05
2 DI02 20 DI06 (2) Interval Mode (Normal Command*)
3 DI03 21 DI07
4 DI04 22 DI08 ATN
Data Output

5 EOI 23 REN
6 DAV 24 GND
7 NRFD 25 GND DAV
8 NDAC 26 GND
9 IFC 27 GND
10 SRQ 28 GND UNL MTA LA
11 ATN 29 GND DATA LF
12 Sealed 30 GND
t1
t1 ≤ 50ms

Specifications *Both "Talk Only" and "Normal Command" are methods to

export data from the Interface. "Talk Only" simply export data
(1) Subset of GP-IB without any control, while "Normal Command" controls
SH1: Source handshake communications (protocols.)
AH1: Acceptor handshake
T5: Talker (without a secondary readdress)
L4: Listener (without a secondary readdress and listen only
mode) (3) Trigger Mode (Data output by a command from
SR1: Service request the personal computer)
RL0: Does not use Remote local function. ATN
DC1: Device clear
DT1: Device trigger
C0: Does not use Controller function. DAV
PP0: Does not use Parallel poll function.
UNL TA MLA UNL TA MLA
DATA
(2) Occurrence of SRQ
LF LF
An SRQ interruption occurs in the following conditions: External device Counter Counter External
i) When an external trigger signal is issued by a touch signal device
probe or by an external load box.
ii) When the counter displays an error code
(4) Trigger Mode (Data output by a trigger signal
SRQ status byte from the touch signal probe or External Load Box)
Bit 7 Bit 0
T.S.P. or t1 t2
(1) (2) (3) (4)
EXT.LOAD
(1) 1: When SRQ has occured
0: When SRQ has not occured SRQ
(2) 1: When data is latched by an external trigger signal
0: When a serial poll or IFC has been received
(3) 1: Normal count ATN
0: When a serial poll or IFC has been received
(4) 1: When an error has occured
0: When a serial poll or IFC has been received DAV

(3) Others UNL SPE MTA STB SPD UNT UNL MTA LA
DATA
The following specifications follow the RS-232C Interface Unit LF
(for KC Counter) specifications: Counter External device
t3
(1) Data format 20ms≤t1
300ms≤t2
(2) Operation for data output
10ms≤t3
(3) Error code output
(4) Other commands

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 Limit Signal Output
An interface that outputs signals to an external device when the measurement value of the Linear Scale is the same
as the preset limit value. Can be used for a GO/NG judgment and for an automatic control of a machine tool.

[KLD Counter]
Relay signal output connector (OUT-A) Photocoupler signal output connector (OUT-B)
This connector is used for outputting the relay signals. The limit This connector is used for outputting the photocoupler signals,
signals will be output in the format of the relay's ON and OFF which use the same logic as the relay signals.
signals. (1) Receptacle used
(1) Receptacle used • MR-50RM (female) [Manufacturer: Honda Tsushin]
• MR-60RM (female) [Manufacturer: Honda Tsushin]

• When an error occurs, the alarm output will be set to ON.

• When an error message is displayed, the alarm output will be Note: A connector plug (MR-50LF, Honda Tsushin) is provided as standard.
set to ON. When this happens all relay outputs are set to ON.
• Limit signals numbered as many as the number of limit steps
are existing, each uses a corresponding set of pins; 2-step (2) Pin assignment
(Example of a counter with 8 limit steps)

Data Output
type has up to limit signal 2, 4-step type has up to limit signal
4, 8-step type has up to limit signal 8. The other pins are not No. of pin Signal
assigned. 1-2 Limit signal 0: 1= emitter, 2= collector
3-4 Limit signal 1: 3= emitter, 4= collector
Note: A connector plug (MR-60LF, Honda Tsushin) is provided as standard. 5-6 Limit signal 2: 5= emitter, 6= collector
7-8 Limit signal 3: 7= emitter, 8= collector
9 - 10 Limit signal 4: 9= emitter, 10= collector
(2) Pin assignment 11 - 12 Limit signal 5: 11= emitter, 12= collector
(Example of a counter with 8 limit steps) 13 - 14 Limit signal 6: 13= emitter, 14= collector
No. of pin Signal 15 - 16 Limit signal 7: 15= emitter, 16= collector
1-3 Coincidence: 1= a contact, 2= common, 3= b contact 17 - 18 Limit signal 8: 17= emitter, 18= collector
4-6 Alarm: 4= a contact, 5= common, 6= b contact 19 - 46 Not connected
7-9 Limit signal 0: 7= a contact, 8= common, 9= b contact 47 - 48 Coincidence: 47= emitter, 48= collector
10 - 12 Limit signal 1: 10= a contact, 11= common, 12= b contact 49 - 50 Alarm: 49= emitter, 50= collector
13 - 15 Limit signal 2: 13= a contact, 14= common, 15= b contact
16 - 18 Limit signal 3: 16= a contact, 17= common, 18= b contact Notes on the connection of photocoupler output
19 - 21 Limit signal 4: 19= a contact, 20= common, 21= b contact
22 - 24 Limit signal 5: 22= a contact, 23= common, 24= b contact Circuit inside the counter Connection example
5V to 30V
25 - 27 Limit signal 6: 25= a contact, 26= common, 27= b contact
28 - 30 Limit signal 7: 28= a contact, 29= common, 30= b contact 1 to 7mA Resistance
31 - 33 Limit signal 8: 31= a contact, 32= common, 33= b contact
34 - 60 Not connected

Notes on the connection of relay signal output Photocoupler TLP521-4

Circuit inside the counter Connection example

Recommended power supply to the transistor
b
a 5V - 30V, 1mA - 7mA
Relay M Motor
Z Z Varistor Z
N

COMMON
Surge absorber
Relay
DSP1-DC5V [KC Counter]
Do not use the limit signal output through the relay of the KLD Pin assignment
Counter to directly control other devices such as motors. Always (1) Receptacle used
route the relay output through another relay at the external • MR-50RMD2 (female) [Manufacturer: Honda Tsushin]
device side, as shown in the diagram above. Although the relay
contact circuit of the counter has varistors (threshold voltage:
300V), provide a surge absorber on the external device to be
connected, which may generate surge current. For example, a
varistor is recommended for an AC circuit, and an appropriate Note: A connector plug (MR-50M, Honda Tsushin) and case (MR-50LW, Honda
diode is recommended for a DC circuit. Tsushin) are provided with the Limit Signal Output Unit.

(2) Pin assignment

Capacity of relay contact inside the counter
5V - 30V AC, 10mA - 500mA No. of pin Signal
5V - 30V DC, 10mA - 500mA 1-2 Limit signal 0: 1= collector, 2= emitter
3-4 Limit signal 1: 3= collector, 4= emitter
Select an external control device which does not exceed the 5-6 Limit signal 2: 5= collector, 6= emitter
contact capacity described above. 7-8 Limit signal 3: 7= collector, 8= emitter
9 - 10 Limit signal 4: 9= collector, 10= emitter
11 - 48 Not connected
49 - 50 Alarm: 49= collector, 50= emitter

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 Digimatic Code Out Unit
By connecting the Digimatic Code Out Unit to Mitutoyo's Mini-processor DP-1HS, measurement data can be printed
out easily.

[KC Counter]
Pin assignment If an REQ signal is not input within 130ms after an RD signal,
this interface continues to alternate between HIGH and LOW
9 1 No. of pin Signal I/O status of RD line at 150ms intervals, until an REQ signal is input.
1 GND —
2 DATA Output (2) 2-axis or 3-axis output
3 CK Output
4 t t t t t
RD Output t = 150ms
5 REQ Input RD
10 2 6-9 Not connected —
10 GND — REQ

CK
Data output format
8th CK for d13
• Digimatic data format consists of counting data of 13
hexadecimal digits (d1 to d13), each of which consists of 4 After the output of 8th clock for d13, this interface continues to
Data Output

bits and is output serially, starting from the LSB (20) of d1 to alternate between HIGH and LOW status of RD line at 150ms
the MSB (23) of d13. intervals, until an REQ signal is input (Timeout is set to 2s.)
• When an error occurs, "E" will be output for all the digits of
d1 to d13.
(3) Input timing of a touch signal or External
20 21 22 23 20 21 22 23 Load signal
t9
d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 d7 d8 d9 d10 d11 d12 d13 T.S.P. or t7 t8
MSD LSD EXT.LOAD
All "F" Polar sign Measurement data Decimal
0: + (6-digit) point Unit
8: – 0: mm t6
1: inch RD

External load REQ

Data on a desired axis or on all axes can be output to an DATA

external device by connecting the External Load Box to the CK
KC Counter via an RS-232C Interface Unit, BCD Code Out Unit, t1 ≤ 80ms
t2 ≤ 100ms
GP-IB Interface Unit or Digimatic Code Out Unit. 15µs ≤ t3 ≤ 30µs
t1 t2 t3 t4 t5 100µs ≤ t4 ≤ 200µs
100µs ≤ t5 ≤ 200µs
(1) Pin assignment No. of pin Signal
t6 ≤ 100µs
2 20ms ≤ t7
4 5 1 XLOAD 300ms ≤ t8
1 3 2 YLOAD
3 GND
Applicable plug: 4 ZLOAD
5-pin DIN connector 5 ALL LOAD
Digimatic
Mini-processor
DP-1HS
(2) Inner circuit of External Load Box
+5V +5V 264-503
(w/100V AC adapter)
PIN CMOS4050
5KΩ
or equivalent 264-503A
1. 2. 4. 5 22KΩ (w/120V AC adapter)
3 264-503D
1000pF (w/220V AC adapter)
264-503E
(w/220-240V AC adapter)

Timing chart • When the DP-1HS is used with a two-axis or three-axis

counter, pressing the DATA key on the DP-1HS will print out
(1) Interval Mode data of all axes. When a data printout of a specific axis is
desired, input the data with the External Load Box (optional
t6
accessory) after specifying the axis for the data output.
RD • When connected to a KC Counter, the DP-1HS cannot
perform a statistical data processing.
REQ • When connected to a KC Counter, only the last six digits of the
value displayed on the counter are printed out.
DATA
Optional accessories
t1 ≤ 80ms 936937 Connecting cable (1m)
CK t2 ≤ 100ms
15µs ≤ t3 ≤ 30µs 965014 Connecting cable (2m)
100µs ≤ t4 ≤ 200µs 965465 RS-232C cable for data output
100µs ≤ t5 ≤ 200µs
t1 t2 t3 t4 t5 t6 ≤ 100µs

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AT100 Series Scale Units
22 (.87")

AT115 FEATURES
1. Low-priced model AT115

52 (2.05")
Type: Slim spar
MIN range: 100mm (4") The low-priced version of Mitutoyo Linear Scale AT115 series are
available. The mounting dimensions of all the AT115 models
MAX range: 1,500mm (60") are the same as those of the AT111 series. Most suitable for
mounting on a milling machine or an XY table.

2. Joint Structure of Detector

37.5 (1.476") The ball joint structure is employed at the joint of the detector
37.5 (1.476")

AT102 head and the slider (sensor unit) inside the scale. This structure
prevents the slider movement from deviating from the normal

95.5 (3.76")
moving directions when Sensor
Type: Standard-size spar 80 (3.15") the detector head shifts to
MIN range: 100mm (4") right and left, thus Joint bar
MAX range: 6,000mm (240") providing a normal scale
reading and increasing
L0= Up to 3000mm L0= Over 3000mm
flexibility in the scale Spring
installation. In addition,
this structure is highly rigid
22 (.87") and therefore has an

AT111 excellent durability.

3. Water-proof
52 (2.05")

Type: Slim spar Detector head

MIN range: 100mm (4")
Connector
MAX range: 1,500mm (60") A waterproof/splash-proof connector is used to enable
separation of the signal cable. Thus, an installation and
maintenance of the Linear Scale can be easily performed. (The
signal cable in AT115 cannot be separated.)

4. Conduit armored type signal cable

AT112 15.4 (.606") The signal cable is protected by the conduit system. Its exterior
is made of stainless steel, which is free from rust and corrosion
44.5 (1.752")

and withstands sustained use for many hours.

Type: Super slim spar
MIN range: 50mm (4") 5. Unique rubber-lip
MAX range: 1,020mm (40") openings
The rubber-lip openings are shaped
like the bottom of a ship that plows
the water.
42 (1.65")

Scale Units
6. Excellent splash- and
AT181 dust-proof rubber lip
structure
70 (2.76")

Type: Plunger
The rubber lips are made of a strong, special urethane, and
MIN range: 100mm (4") wires are inserted in these lips to improve the splash-proofing
MAX range: 600mm (24") and dust-proofing of the scale (AT102 only).

APPLICATIONS
Planer
Lathe
Electrical
discharge Milling machine
machine

Drilling
machine

Horizontal
boring
machine Surface
grinder

Milling Milling Milling

machine machine machine

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 ORDER NUMBERS &
SPECIFICATIONS OF SCALE UNITS

SPECIFICATIONS
Model AT115/AT102/AT111/AT112 AT181 Spar type Slim
Detecting method Photoelectric (transparent linear encoder) Model AT115
Light source LED Accuracy at 20°C (µm) STANDARD
Receptor Phototransistor Photodiode L0: Effective range 5+5L0/1000
Output wave form 2-phase sine curves with a phase difference of 90° Maximum response 50m/min.
Scale grating pitch 20µm speed (164ft/min.)
Resolution 0.0005mm - 0.01mm (depending upon the counter connected) Order no.
Scale reference point At every 50mm interval Not provided depending on L0
Coefficient of linear (8±1)•10-6/°C 100mm (4") 539-271
expansion 150mm (6") 539-272
Power supply 5V±5% DC 200mm (8") 539-273
Current consumption 70mA at maximum 120mA at maximum 250mm (10") 539-274
Sliding force 5N or less 6N or less 300mm (12") 539-275
Dust/water protection Conforming to IP-53 Conforming to IP-54 350mm (14") 539-276
Operating temperature 0°C to 45°C 400mm (16") 539-277
Storage temperature -20°C to 70°C 450mm (18") 539-278
Relative humidity 20% to 80% (no condensation) 500mm (20") 539-279
600mm (24") 539-281
700mm (28") 539-283
750mm (30") 539-284
Detecting principle 800mm (32") 539-285
900mm (36") 539-286
Main scale
1000mm (40") 539-287
LED
Scale Units

1100mm (44") 539-288

1200mm (48") 539-289
1300mm (52") 539-290
1400mm (56") 539-291
Index scale
1500mm (60") 539-292
1600mm (64")
Phototransister 1700mm (68")
1800mm (72")
Scale reference point mark
2000mm (80")
2200mm (88")
Vpp 2V

VDC 2400mm (96")

Phase A
2.5V 2500mm (100")
20µm
2600mm (104")
Phase B 2800mm (112")
3000mm (120")
Phase difference of 90˚
3250mm (130")
20±10µm 3500mm (140")
Scale reference
point signal 3750mm (150")
4000mm (160")
The detector of each scale unit consists of a light source (LED) and a 4250mm (170")
photoelectric device (phototransistor) which face each other with the main scale 4500mm (180")
and index scale between them. When the main scale moves, relative to the
index scale, the quantity of light that is transmitted through the gratings on the 4750mm (190")
index scale varies with the same period as the grating pitch. This variation of 5000mm (200")
light intensity is converted into electrical signals and output as two-phase (A and
B) waves with a phase difference of 90°. The display unit divides these signals to 5250mm (210")
determine the direction of the scale movement, and digitally displays the 5500mm (220")
displacement of the scale.
5750mm (230")
6000mm (240")

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 Standard-size Extra-long Slim Spar type Super-slim
AT102 AT102 AT111 Model AT112
STANDARD HIGH-ACCURACY STANDARD STANDARD HIGH-ACCURACY Accuracy at 20°C (µm) STANDARD HIGH-ACCURACY
5+5L0/1000 3+3L0/1000 5+8L0/1000 5+5L0/1000 3+3L0/1000 L0: Effective range 5+5L0/1000 3+3L0/1000
72m/min. 72m/min. 50m/min. 72m/min. 72m/min. Maximum response 50m/min. 50m/min.
(236ft/min.) (236ft/min.) (164ft/min.) (236ft/min.) (236ft/min.) speed (164ft/min.) (164ft/min.)
Order no.
depending on L0
539-111 539-111-10 539-201 539-201-10 50mm (1.5") 539-251 539-251-10
539-112 539-112-10 539-202 539-202-10 70mm (2.5") 539-252 539-252-10
539-113 539-113-10 539-203 539-203-10 120mm (4.5") 539-253 539-253-10
539-114 539-114-10 539-204 539-204-10 170mm (6.5") 539-254 539-254-10
539-115 539-115-10 539-205 539-205-10 220mm (8.5") 539-255 539-255-10
539-116 539-116-10 539-206 539-206-10 270mm (10.5") 539-256 539-256-10
539-117 539-117-10 539-207 539-207-10 320mm (12.5") 539-257 539-257-10
539-118 539-118-10 539-208 539-208-10 370mm (14.5") 539-258 539-258-10
539-119 539-119-10 539-209 539-209-10 420mm (16.5") 539-259 539-259-10
539-121 539-121-10 539-211 539-211-10 470mm (18.5") 539-260 539-260-10
539-123 539-123-10 539-213 539-213-10 520mm (20") 539-261 539-261-10
539-124 539-124-10 539-214 539-214-10 570mm (22") 539-262 539-262-10
539-125 539-125-10 539-215 539-215-10 620mm (24") 539-263 539-263-10
539-126 539-126-10 539-216 539-216-10 670mm (26") 539-264 539-264-10
539-127 539-127-10 539-217 539-217-10 720mm (28") 539-265 539-265-10

Scale Units
539-128 539-128-10 539-218 539-218-10 770mm (30") 539-266 539-266-10
539-129 539-129-10 539-219 539-219-10 820mm (32") 539-267 539-267-10
539-130 539-130-10 539-220 539-220-10 920mm (36") 539-268 539-268-10
539-131 539-131-10 539-221 539-221-10 1020mm (40") 539-269 539-269-10
539-132 539-132-10 539-222 539-222-10
539-133 539-133-10
539-134 539-134-10
539-135 539-135-10
539-136 539-136-10 Spar type Plunger construction
539-137 Model AT181
539-138 Accuracy at 20°C (µm) STANDARD HIGH-ACCURACY
539-139 L0: Effective range 5+5L0/1000 3+3L0/1000
539-140 Maximum response 50m/min. 50m/min.
539-141 speed (164ft/min.) (164ft/min.)
539-142 Order no.
539-143 depending on L0
539-144 100mm (4") 539-301 539-301-10
539-145 150mm (6") 539-302 539-302-10
539-146 200mm (8") 539-303 539-303-10
539-147 250mm (10") 539-304 539-304-10
539-148 300mm (12") 539-305 539-305-10
539-149 350mm (14") 539-306 539-306-10
539-150 400mm (16") 539-307 539-307-10
539-151 450mm (18") 539-308 539-308-10
539-152 500mm (20") 539-309 539-309-10
539-153 550mm (22") 539-310 539-310-10
539-154 600mm (24") 539-311 539-311-10

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 AT115 Economy Type Slim Spars L4
9 (.35") L2 9 (.35")

33 (1.30")
Spar mounting 28 (1.10") L1
surface
L0

(.04")
10 (.39")

(.69")
22 (.87")

17.5
1
A 0.2 G

17 (.67")

(1.10"±.008")
(1.38")
52 (2.05")
35

28±0.2
AT115

7 (.28")
Hole on
1.5±0.2 14 both sides 80±0.2
19 1.5 (.059")
(.059"±.008") (.75") (.55") (6.5mm deep) (3.15"±.008") M6 through hole (x 2pcs.),
94 (3.70") Ø9mm hole on both sides (4.5mm deep)
0.1 A
Length: 3.5m (11feets) G: Machine guide
or 5m (16.4 feet) M4 (x 2pcs.),
Ø7mm through hole (x 2pcs.), 5mm deep

(.04")
Ø14mm hole on both sides 80±0.2 (3.15"±.008") 0.2 G

1
(6.5mm deep)

(.04")
Spar mounting

1
surface
L3
9 (.35") L5
L7
21.5 5 (.20")

1 (.04")
12 (.47") Ø5 (.20")
Bracket
through hole
A B C
(.85")

(Fixed) (Fixed) (Fixed)

Mounting method 1
5 (.20") 15 (.59")

Mounting method 2

(Fixed) B (Fixed) C (Fixed)

Bracket A
Ø5 (.20")
1 (.04") 12 (.47") through hole
L7
17 L6
(.67")

Mounting dimensions
Scale Units

Effective Travel range Mount Mount Overall Supporting bracket Signal cable Mass
range L0 L1 interval L2 interval L3 length L4 L5 L6 L7 length kg (lbs.)
mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) m (feet)
100 (4") 120 (4.72") 258 (10.16") 242 (9.53") 276 (10.87") 3 (9.8) 1.0 (2.2)
150 (6") 170 (6.69") 308 (12.13") 292 (11.50") 326 (12.83") 3 (9.8) 1.0 (2.2)
200 (8") 220 (8.66") 358 (14.09") 342 (13.46") 376 (14.80") 3 (9.8) 1.0 (2.2)
250 (10") 270 (10.63") 408 (16.06") 392 (15.43") 426 (16.77") 3 (9.8) 1.1 (2.42)
300 (12") 330 (12.99") 468 (18.43") 452 (17.80") 486 (19.13") 3 (9.8) 1.1 (2.42)
350 (14") 380 (14.96") 518 (20.39") 502 (19.76") 536 (21.10") 3 (9.8) 1.1 (2.42)
400 (16") 430 (16.93") 568 (22.36") 552 (21.73") 586 (23.07") 3 (9.8) 1.2 (2.64)
450 (18") 480 (18.90") 618 (24.33") 602 (23.70") 636 (25.04") 3 (9.8) 1.2 (2.64)
500 (20") 540 (21.26") 678 (26.69") 662 (26.06") 696 (27.40") 339 (13.35") 331 (13.03") 3 (9.8) 1.2 (2.64)
600 (24") 640 (25.20") 778 (30.63") 762 (30.00") 796 (31.34") 389 (15.31") 381 (15.00") 3 (9.8) 1.3 (2.86)
700 (28") 740 (29.13") 878 (34.57") 862 (33.94") 896 (35.28") 439 (17.28") 431 (16.97") 3 (9.8) 1.3 (2.86)
750 (30") 780 (30.71") 918 (36.14") 902 (35.51") 936 (36.85") 459 (18.07") 451 (17.76") 3 (9.8) 1.3 (2.86)
800 (32") 840 (33.07") 978 (38.50") 962 (37.87") 996 (39.21") 489 (19.25") 481 (18.94") 3 (9.8) 1.4 (3.08)
900 (36") 940 (37.01") 1078 (42.44") 1062 (41.81") 1096 (43.15") 539 (21.22") 531 (20.91") 3 (9.8) 1.4 (3.08)
1000 (40") 1040 (40.94") 1178 (46.38") 1162 (45.75") 1196 (47.09") 589 (23.19") 581 (22.87") 5 (16.4) 1.8 (3.96)
1100 (44") 1140 (44.88") 1278 (50.31") 1262 (49.69") 1296 (51.02") 430 (16.93") 5 (16.4) 1.8 (3.96)
1200 (48") 1240 (48.82") 1378 (54.25") 1362 (53.62") 1396 (54.96") 460 (18.11") 5 (16.4) 1.9 (4.18)
1300 (52") 1340 (52.76") 1478 (58.19") 1462 (57.56") 1496 (58.90") 490 (19.29") 5 (16.4) 1.9 (4.18)
1400 (56") 1440 (56.69") 1578 (62.13") 1562 (61.50") 1596 (62.83") 530 (20.87") 5 (16.4) 2.0 (4.4)
1500 (60") 1540 (60.63") 1678 (66.06") 1662 (65.43") 1696 (66.77") 560 (22.05") 5 (16.4) 2.0 (4.4)

Mounting parts (provided as standard) Note) When selecting the size of a Linear Scale for your application, make sure
that the maximum travel range of the Linear Scale (L1) is larger than the
Items included • Hex-socket head screw (M6x1x25) 2 pcs. maximum travel range of the machine. Also, take into consideration in
• Hex-socket head screw (M4x0.7x25) 2 pcs. selecting a size that the accuracy of the Linear Scale is guaranteed only
• Hex-socket head screw (M4x0.7x8) 6 pcs. within the range of the effective measuring length (L0).
• Plain washer (4mm nominal) 2 pcs.
• Plain washer (6mm nomina) 2 pcs.
• Cable clip 5 pcs.
• Connector clamp 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.3mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.4mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.5mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.6mm) 1 pc.

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 AT102 Standard-size Spars
L3
37.5 (1.476") Air supply L2
mouth (M5) L1
20 (.79") Spar mounting surface
L0

(1.06")
(1.22") (1.06")
1.5 (.059")
(1.14") (1.949")

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27
49.5

AT102

(.28")
31

(.39")
(3.15")

10
80
29

X
7 (.28")

8 (.31")
10 (.39")

(.496")
12.6
7 (.28")
1.5 (.059") 36
(1.42") 11.6 (.457")
Ø7mm through hole (x 2pcs.),
Signal cable 60 (2.36") Ø11mm hole on both

10 (.39")
sides (6.5mm deep)
Hex-nut (ø11mm)

90 (3.54")
Hole 5mm deep

10 (.39) 7(.28")
7 (.28)
20 (.79)

(.79")
20
Viewed from X

Detecting head mounting plane Spar mounting surface

10 (.39") L4 Mounting
Mounting L5
10 (.39") L4
method 1 method 2 L5
L6 L6
28.5 (1.122") 6 (.24")

L6 L6

23.5 (.925") 6 (.24")

20 (.79") 2.1 (.083")
Adjustable 20 (.79")
Bracket 6 (.24") Adjustable
A B C Bracket
A 6 (.24") B C

Mounting dimensions

Scale Units
Effective range Travel range Mount interval Overall length Supporting bracket Signal cable Mass
L0 L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 length kg (lbs.)
mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) m (feet)
100 (4") 120 (4.72") 248 (9.76") 268 (10.55") 3 (9.8) 1.5 (3.30)
150 (6") 170 (6.69") 298 (11.73") 318 (12.52") 3 (9.8) 1.6 (3.52)
200 (8") 220 (8.66") 348 (13.70") 368 (14.49") 3 (9.8) 1.7 (3.74)
250 (10") 270 (10.63") 398 (15.67") 418 (16.46") 3 (9.8) 1.8 (3.96)
300 (12") 330 (12.99") 458 (18.03") 478 (18.82") 3 (9.8) 1.9 (4.18)
350 (14") 380 (14.96") 508 (20.00") 528 (20.79") 3 (9.8) 2.0 (4.40)
400 (16") 430 (16.93") 558 (21.97") 578 (22.76") 3 (9.8) 2.1 (4.62)
450 (18") 480 (18.90") 608 (23.94") 628 (24.72") 3 (9.8) 2.2 (4.84)
500 (20") 540 (21.26") 668 (26.30") 688 (27.09") 3 (9.8) 2.3 (5.06)
600 (24") 650 (25.59") 778 (30.63") 798 (31.42") 3 (9.8) 2.6 (5.72)
700 (28") 760 (29.92") 888 (34.96") 908 (35.75") 3 (9.8) 2.8 (6.16)
750 (30") 810 (31.89") 938 (36.93") 958 (37.72") 3 (9.8) 2.9 (6.38)
800 (32") 860 (33.86") 988 (38.90") 1008 (39.69") 3 (9.8) 3.0 (6.60)
900 (36") 960 (37.79") 1088 (42.83") 1108 (43.62") 3 (9.8) 3.3 (7.26)
1000 (40") 1060 (41.73") 1188 (46.77") 1208 (47.56") 594 (23.39") 5 (16.4) 3.7 (8.14)
1100 (44") 1160 (45.67") 1288 (50.71") 1308 (51.50") 644 (25.35") 5 (16.4) 4.0 (8.80)
1200 (48") 1260 (49.60") 1388 (54.65") 1408 (55.43") 694 (27.32") 5 (16.4) 4.2 (9.24)
1300 (52") 1360 (53.54") 1488 (58.58") 1508 (59.37") 744 (29.29") 5 (16.4) 4.4 (9.68)
1400 (56") 1460 (57.48") 1588 (62.52") 1608 (63.31") 794 (31.26") 5 (16.4) 4.6 (10.12)
1500 (60") 1560 (61.41") 1688 (66.46") 1708 (67.24") 844 (33.23") 5 (16.4) 4.8 (10.56)
1600 (64") 1690 (66.53") 1818 (71.57") 1838 (72.36") 610 (24.02") 5 (16.4) 5.1 (11.22)
1700 (68") 1790 (70.47") 1918 (75.51") 1938 (76.30") 650 (25.59") 5 (16.4) 5.3 (11.66)
1800 (72") 1890 (74.41") 2018 (79.45") 2038 (80.24") 670 (26.38") 5 (16.4) 5.5 (12.10)
2000 (80") 2100 (82.67") 2228 (87.72") 2248 (88.50") 740 (29.13") 5 (16.4) 6.0 (13.20)
2200 (88") 2300 (90.55") 2428 (95.59") 2448 (96.38") 800 (31.50") 5 (16.4) 6.4 (14.08)
2400 (96") 2500 (98.42") 2628 (103.46") 2648 (104.25") 1314 (51.73") 1300 (51.18") 650 (25.59") 7 (22.9) 7.1 (15.62)
2500 (100") 2600 (102.36") 2728 (107.40") 2748 (108.19") 1364 (53.70") 1340 (52.76") 670 (25.38") 7 (22.9) 7.3 (16.06)
2600 (104") 2700 (106.30") 2828 (111.34") 2848 (112.13") 1414 (55.67") 1400 (55.12") 700 (27.56") 7 (22.9) 7.5 (16.50)
2800 (112") 2900 (114.17") 3028 (119.21") 3048 (120.00") 1514 (59.60") 1500 (59.06") 750 (29.53") 7 (22.9) 7.9 (17.38)
3000 (120") 3100 (118.11") 3228 (127.09") 3248 (127.87") 1614 (63.99") 1600 (62.99") 800 (31.50") 7 (22.9) 8.3 (18.26)
Note) When selecting the size of a Linear Scale for your application, make sure that the maximum travel range of the Linear Scale (L1) is larger than the maximum travel
range of the machine. Also, take into consideration in selecting a size that the accuracy of the Linear Scale is guaranteed only within the range of the effective
measuring length (L0).
Mounting parts for the AT102 Series scale units (standard accessories) are shown on the next page.
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 AT102 Extra-long Spars
L4 L5 L4

L6 L6 L6 L6

7.5 (.30")
32.5 60 (2.36") 80 (3.15") Ø8mm through
15 (.59")

A Spar mounting
(1.28") hole (x 2pcs.) 0.2 G block
23 (.91") 40 (1.57")
29 (1.14") 50 (1.97")

(Adjustable)
66 (2.60")
1.5 (.059")

95.5 (3.76")

(Adjustable) (Adjustable) (Fixed) (Adjustable)

1.5±0.2 36 60±0.2 Ø7mm through hole (x 2pcs.),

(.059"±.008") (1.42") Ø11mm hole on both
(2.36"±.0008") sides (6.5mm deep)
0.1 A 90 (3.54")

L0

L1

L3
Ø11mm (5mm deep)

0.2 G
35 (1.38")
Hex-nut hole,

Viewed from X
2.5 (.10")

Spar mounting surface Detecting head

mounting surface

Mounting dimensions
Scale Units

Effective range Travel range Overall length Mounting block Signal cable Mass
L0 L1 L3 Blocks L4 L5 L6 length kg (lbs.)
mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) included mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) m (feet)
3250 (130") 3350 (131.88") 3470 (136.61") 5 pcs. 135 (5.32") 3200 (125.98") 800 (31.50") 10 (32.8) 10.8 (23.76)
3500 (140") 3600 (141.73") 3720 (146.46") 5 pcs. 160 (6.30") 3400 (133.86") 850 (33.46") 10 (32.8) 11.4 (25.08)
3750 (150") 3850 (151.57") 3970 (156.30") 5 pcs. 125 (4.92") 3720 (146.46") 930 (36.61") 10 (32.8) 12.0 (26.40)
4000 (160") 4100 (161.42") 4220 (166.14") 5 pcs. 110 (4.33") 4000 (157.48") 1000 (39.37") 10 (32.8) 12.6 (27.72)
4250 (170") 4350 (171.26") 4470 (175.98") 5 pcs. 135 (5.32") 4200 (165.35") 1050 (41.34") 10 (32.8) 13.2 (29.04)
4500 (180") 4600 (181.10") 4720 (185.83") 5 pcs. 160 (6.30") 4400 (173.23") 1100 (43.31") 10 (32.8) 13.8 (30.36)
4750 (190") 4850 (191.94") 4970 (195.67") 7 pcs. 85 (3.35") 4800 (188.98") 800 (31.50") 15 (49.2) 15.2 (33.44)
5000 (200") 5100 (200.78") 5220 (205.51") 7 pcs. 120 (4.72") 4980 (196.06") 830 (32.68") 15 (49.2) 15.8 (34.76)
5250 (210") 5350 (210.63") 5470 (215.35") 7 pcs. 125 (4.92") 5220 (205.51") 870 (34.25") 15 (49.2) 16.4 (36.08)
5500 (220") 5600 (220.47") 5720 (225.20") 7 pcs. 130 (5.12") 5460 (214.41") 910 (35.83") 15 (49.2) 17.0 (37.40)
5750 (230") 5850 (230.31") 5970 (235.24") 7 pcs. 135 (5.32") 5700 (224.41") 950 (37.40") 15 (49.2) 17.6 (38.72)
6000 (240") 6100 (240.16") 6220 (244.88") 7 pcs. 110 (4.33") 6000 (236.22") 1000 (39.37") 15 (49.2) 18.2 (40.04)
Note) When selecting the size of a Linear Scale for your application, make sure that the maximum travel range of the Linear Scale (L1) is larger than the maximum travel
range of the machine. Also, take into consideration in selecting a size that the accuracy of the Linear Scale is guaranteed only within the range of the effective
measuring length (L0).

Mounting parts (provided as standard)

Type of spar Standard-size Extra-long
Effective range L0 100mm (4") - 3000mm (120") 3250mm (130") - 6000mm (240")
Items included • Hex-socket head screw (M6x1x40) 2 pcs. • Hex-socket head screw (M6x1x40) 2 pcs.
• Hex-socket head screw (M6x1x16) 2 pcs. • Hex-socket head screw (M6x1x30) 14 pcs.
• Hex-socket head screw (M4x0.7x8) 5 pcs. • Hex-socket head screw (M4x0.7x8) 7 pcs.
• Spring washer (6mm nominal) 2 pcs. • Spring washer (6mm nominal) 14 pcs.
• Plain washer (6mm nomina) 2 pcs. • Plain washer (6mm nomina) 14 pcs.
• Cable clip 5 pcs. • Cable clip 7 pcs.
• Spacers (0.3mm) 1 pc. • Spacer (0.3mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.4mm) 1 pc. • Spacer (0.4mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.5mm) 1 pc. • Spacer (0.5mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.6mm) 1 pc. • Spacer (0.6mm) 1 pc.
Remarks: Dustproofing and splashproofling of the AT102 model scale units can be improved by
supplying clean and dry air to the main spar.
(Air pressure required: 50kPa, Air flow rate: 10 to 20 normal liters per minite)

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 AT111 Slim Spars
L4
9 (.354") L2 9 (.35")
28 (1.10") Spar mounting surface

33 (1.30")
L1

10 (.394")
0.2 G

1 (.39")
22 (.87")

(.689")
17.5
A L0

17 (.67")
35 (1.38")
52 (2.05")

(1.10"±.008")
28±0.2
AT111

7 (.28") Hole on both

sides (6.5mm
deep) 80±0.2 M6 through hole (x 2pcs.),
1.5±0.2 19 1.5 (.059") (3.15"±.008")
(.059"±.008") (.75") 14 (.55") Ø9mm hole on both
94 sides (4.5mm deep)
0.1 A (3.70")

Signal cable Head cable G: machine guide

Length: 0.3m (12") L3 Ø7mm through hole (x 2pcs.),
Ø14mm hole on both

(.04")
1 80±0.2 0.2 G
sides (6.5mm deep)
(3.15"±.008")
11 (.43")

(.04")
1

M4x0.7 (x 2pcs.),5mm deep

18 (.71") Spar mounting surface
9 (.35")
21.5 (.846") 5 (.20")

Mounting method 1 L5
1 (.04") L7
12 (.47")
Bracket Ø5 (.20")
A B C
(Fixed) (Fixed) (Fixed)
15 (.59")

Mounting method 2

A (Fixed) B (Fixed) C (Fixed)

12 (.47")
5 (.20")

Ø5 (.20")
Bracket L7
1 (.04") L6
17 (.67")

Mounting dimensions

Scale Units
Effective Travel range Mount Mount Overall Supporting bracket Signal cable Mass
range L0 L1 interval L2 interval L3 length L4 L5 L6 L7 length kg (lbs.)
mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) m (feet)
100 (4") 120 (4.72") 258 (10.16") 242 (9.53") 276 (10.87") 3 (9.8) 1.0 (2.2)
150 (6") 170 (6.69") 308 (12.13") 292 (11.50") 326 (12.83") 3 (9.8) 1.0 (2.2)
200 (8") 220 (8.66") 358 (14.09") 342 (13.46") 376 (14.80") 3 (9.8) 1.0 (2.2)
250 (10") 270 (10.63") 408 (16.06") 392 (15.43") 426 (16.77") 3 (9.8) 1.1 (2.42)
300 (12") 330 (12.99") 468 (18.43") 452 (17.80") 486 (19.13") 3 (9.8) 1.1 (2.42)
350 (14") 380 (14.96") 518 (20.39") 502 (19.76") 536 (21.10") 3 (9.8) 1.1 (2.42)
400 (16") 430 (16.93") 568 (22.36") 552 (21.73") 586 (23.07") 3 (9.8) 1.2 (2.64)
450 (18") 480 (18.90") 618 (24.33") 602 (23.70") 636 (25.04") 3 (9.8) 1.2 (2.64)
500 (20") 540 (21.26") 678 (26.69") 662 (26.06") 696 (27.40") 339 (13.35") 331 (13.03") 3 (9.8) 1.2 (2.64)
600 (24") 640 (25.20") 778 (30.63") 762 (30.00") 796 (31.34") 389 (15.31") 381 (15.00") 3 (9.8) 1.3 (2.86)
700 (28") 740 (29.13") 878 (34.57") 862 (33.94") 896 (35.28") 439 (17.28") 431 (16.97") 3 (9.8) 1.3 (2.86)
750 (30") 780 (30.71") 918 (36.14") 902 (35.51") 936 (36.85") 459 (18.07") 451 (17.76") 3 (9.8) 1.3 (2.86)
800 (32") 840 (33.07") 978 (38.50") 962 (37.87") 996 (39.21") 489 (19.25") 481 (18.94") 3 (9.8) 1.4 (3.08)
900 (36") 940 (37.01") 1078 (42.44") 1062 (41.81") 1096 (43.15") 539 (21.22") 531 (20.91") 3 (9.8) 1.4 (3.08)
1000 (40") 1040 (40.94") 1178 (46.38") 1162 (45.75") 1196 (47.09") 589 (23.19") 581 (22.87") 5 (16.4) 1.8 (3.96)
1100 (44") 1140 (44.88") 1278 (50.31") 1262 (49.69") 1296 (51.02") 430 (16.93") 5 (16.4) 1.8 (3.96)
1200 (48") 1240 (48.82") 1378 (54.25") 1362 (53.62") 1396 (54.96") 460 (18.11") 5 (16.4) 1.9 (4.18)
1300 (52") 1340 (52.76") 1478 (58.19") 1462 (57.56") 1496 (58.90") 490 (19.29") 5 (16.4) 1.9 (4.18)
1400 (56") 1440 (56.69") 1578 (62.13") 1562 (61.50") 1596 (62.83") 530 (20.87") 5 (16.4) 2.0 (4.4)
1500 (60") 1540 (60.63") 1678 (66.06") 1662 (65.43") 1696 (66.77") 560 (22.05") 5 (16.4) 2.0 (4.4)

Mounting parts (provided as standard) Note) When selecting the size of a Linear Scale for your application, make sure
that the maximum travel range of the Linear Scale (L1) is larger than the
Items included • Hex-socket head screw (M6x1x25) 2 pcs. maximum travel range of the machine. Also, take into consideration in
• Hex-socket head screw (M4x0.7x25) 2 pcs. selecting a size that the accuracy of the Linear Scale is guaranteed only
• Hex-socket head screw (M4x0.7x8) 6 pcs. within the range of the effective measuring length (L0).
• Plain washer (4mm nominal) 2 pcs.
• Plain washer (6mm nomina) 2 pcs.
• Cable clip 5 pcs.
• Connector clamp 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.3mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.4mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.5mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.6mm) 1 pc.

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 AT112 Super-slim Spars
L2
6 (.24") L1 6 (.24")
15.6 (.61")
0.2 G Hole on both sides
25.5±0.2 15 (.59")

(5mm deep) A

30 (1.18")
44.5 (1.752")
(.51")
13
(1"±.008")

AT112

(.331")
8.4

(.04"±.012")
0.2±0.3

1±0.3
9 (.35") 9 (.35") 4.4 (.17")
(.008"±.012")
M6 through hole 9 (.35")
12 56±0.2 0.05 A
(.47") (2.21"±.008") (x 2pcs.),
Ø11mm hole on 15.2 (.60")
80 (3.15") both sides 25 (.98")

(.413")
Ø10.5
(4.2mm deep)
L0

Head cable
Length: 0.3m (12")
0.2 (.008") 15 (.59") 0.2 (.008")

3 (.12") 74±0.2 M4x0.7 (x 2pcs.)

(2.91"±.008")
3 (.12")

0.2 G
Signal cable
Length: 3m (9.8 feet)

G: Machine guide
9 (.35")

Mounting dimensions
Scale Units

Effective Mount Overall Signal cable Mass

range L0 interval L1 length L2 length kg (lbs.)
mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) m (feet)
50 (1.5") 143 (5.63") 155 (6.10") 3 (9.8) 0.72 (1.58)
70 (2.5") 163 (6.42") 175 (10.89") 3 (9.8) 0.74 (1.63)
120 (4.5") 213 (8.39") 225 (8.86") 3 (9.8) 0.80 (1.76)
170 (6.5") 263 (10.35") 275 (10.83") 3 (9.8) 0.85 (1.87)
220 (8.5") 313 (12.32") 325 (12.80") 3 (9.8) 0.90 (1.98)
270 (10.5") 363 (14.29") 375 (14.76") 3 (9.8) 0.95 (2.09)
320 (12.5") 413 (16.26") 425 (16.73") 3 (9.8) 1.00 (2.20)
370 (14.5") 463 (18.23") 475 (18.70") 3 (9.8) 1.05 (2.31)
420 (16.5") 513 (20.20") 525 (20.67") 3 (9.8) 1.10 (2.42)
470 (18.5") 563 (22.17") 575 (22.64") 3 (9.8) 1.15 (2.53)
520 (20") 613 (24.13") 625 (24.61") 3 (9.8) 1.20 (2.64)
570 (22") 663 (26.10") 675 (26.57") 3 (9.8) 1.25 (2.75)
620 (24") 713 (28.07") 725 (28.54") 3 (9.8) 1.30 (2.86)
670 (26") 763 (30.04") 775 (30.51") 3 (9.8) 1.35 (2.97) Note) When selecting the size of a Linear Scale for your
720 (28") 813 (32.01") 825 (32.48") 3 (9.8) 1.40 (3.08) application, make sure that the maximum travel range
770 (30") 863 (33.98") 875 (34.45") 3 (9.8) 1.45 (3.19) of the Linear Scale (L1) is larger than the maximum
travel range of the machine. Also, take into
820 (32") 913 (35.94") 925 (36.42") 3 (9.8) 1.50 (3.30) consideration in selecting a size that the accuracy of
920 (36") 1013 (39.88") 1025 (40.35") 3 (9.8) 1.56 (3.43) the Linear Scale is guaranteed only within the range
1020 (40") 1113 (43.82") 1125 (44.29") 3 (9.8) 1.62 (3.56) of the effective measuring length (L0).

Mounting parts (provided as standard)

Items included • Hex-socket head screw (M4x0.7x20) 4 pcs.
• Hex-socket head screw (M4x0.7x8) 6 pcs.
• Spring washer (4mm nominal) 4 pcs.
• Plain washer (4mm nomina) 4 pcs.
• Cable clip 5 pcs.
• Connector clamp 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.3mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.4mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.5mm) 1 pc.
• Spacer (0.6mm) 1 pc.

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 AT181 Plunger Type Spars
7 (.28") 28 (1.10")
M6 nut (x 2pcs.)
in T-groove (8mm deep) Mounting block
swievel angle: 360°

Ø16 (.63")
44(1.73")
(2.17"±.012")

70 (2.76")

42 (1.65")

(1.10"±.01")
21 (.83") 28 (1.10")
7.5 (.295") 55±0.3

28±0.3

(.94")
24
35 (1.38")

13 (.51")
(.55") LINEAR SCALE MODEL AT181
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Signal cable
0.2 G connector,
M6 nut (x 2pcs.) 10 (.39") 7.5 (.295") 7.5 (.295") Swievel angle: 260°
in T-groove M6 (x 2pcs.), L2
(8mm deep) 21 (.83") 10mm deep
20 Min. 0 8 L3 21 (.83")
11 (.43") 20 (.79") Max. L1 (.31")
(.79")
Ø7mm through hole (x 2pcs.), Ø7mm through hole (x 3pcs.),
42 (1.65") Ø11mm hole (6.5mm deep)
Ø11mm hole (6.5mm deep) G: Machine guide

15 (.59") Min. 0 15 (.59")

Max. L0 Signal cable,
Length: 3m (9.8 feet)
0.2 G

9.5
(.374")

Mounting dimensions

Scale Units
Effective Travel Mount Main spar Signal cable Mass
range L0 range L1 interval L2 length L3 length kg (lbs.)
mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) m (feet)
100 (4") 130 (5.11") 255 (10.04") 270 (10.63") 3 (9.8) 1.7 (3.74)
150 (6") 180 (7.08") 305 (12.01") 320 (12.60") 3 (9.8) 1.9 (4.18)
200 (8") 230 (9.05") 355 (13.98") 370 (14.57") 3 (9.8) 2.1 (4.62)
250 (10") 280 (11.02") 405 (15.94") 420 (16.54") 3 (9.8) 2.3 (5.06)
300 (12") 330 (12.99") 455 (17.91") 470 (18.50") 3 (9.8) 2.5 (5.50)
350 (14") 380 (14.96") 505 (19.88") 520 (20.47") 3 (9.8) 2.7 (5.94)
400 (16") 430 (16.93") 555 (21.85") 570 (22.44") 3 (9.8) 2.9 (6.38)
450 (18") 480 (18.90") 605 (23.82") 620 (24.41") 3 (9.8) 3.1 (6.82)
500 (20") 530 (20.87") 655 (25.79") 670 (26.38") 3 (9.8) 3.3 (7.26)
550 (22") 580 (22.83") 705 (27.76") 720 (28.35") 3 (9.8) 3.5 (7.70)
600 (24") 630 (24.83") 755 (29.72") 770 (30.31") 3 (9.8) 3.7 (8.14)
Note) When selecting the size of a Linear Scale for your application, make sure that the maximum travel range of the Linear
Scale (L1) is larger than the maximum travel range of the machine. Also, take into consideration in selecting a size that
the accuracy of the Linear Scale is guaranteed only within the range of the effective measuring length (L0).

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 Caution in mounting and handling Linear Scales

Selecting the scale unit mounting position Checking parallelism and adjustment of scale unit
and mounting method In order to get the most of the performance of the scale unit,
Take note of the following four points when determining the the scale unit must be mounted parallel to the machine guide
scale unit mounting position and orientation. (machining axis). Take note that incorrect mounting may
cause the scale unit to bend or twist.
■ Ease of mounting
Mount the scale unit making sure that the unit including the ■ Checking parallelism
detector head and the cables does not interfere with any part Use a dial indicator as shown in the figure below. To adjust
of the machine. To facilitate mounting, mount the scale unit the parallelism between the scale unit and the machine
and the brackets on machined surfaces wherever possible. guide, check the parallelism while manually moving the
machine's movable part such as the slide table, or measure
■ Protection from machining fluids and swarf the parallelism with reference to the guide rail of the machine
(mounting orientation) or equivalent reference surface.
The scale unit is constructed in such a way that machining • Parallelism tolerance: Refer to each figure on dimensions.
fluids and swarf cannot easily enter into the interior of the • Checking direction: Back/forward direction on mounting
unit. However, since the openings are protected from entry of surface and directions along mounting surface (up and
foreign material with rubber lips only, avoid directly exposing down).
the scale unit to machining fluids and swarf. Select the • Checking position: Position of scale unit around the
mounting orientation of the scale unit after carefully mounting blocks.
considering the direction in which machining fluids and swarf
are sprayed and scattered. Stroke

■ Accuracy consideration Dial indicator

The total system accuracy of the machine on which the scale
Dial test indicator
unit is mounted is not only determined by the scale unit
accuracy but by the machine accuracy as well. Particularly for
Up/down
machines with side tables, geometrical errors may occur,
depending on the straightness of moving parts; Thus, the
Forward/
scale unit must be mounted in a way that these errors are backward
minimized. If the slide table moves not linearly but
curvilinearly, errors occur in proportion to the distance "L"
between the scale unit and the machining point (cutter
■ Adjusting parallelism
position). Thus, mount the scale unit in a position that
minimizes "L". Adjust the parallelism to within 0.2mm. Spacers used in
adjustment are not included in the accessories. Please arrange
Machining point Cutting tool
for them as necessary.
• Adjusting the mounting surface back/forward: Readjust the
Table mounting positions of the brackets or place spacers
between the scale unit mounting Forward/
backward
surface and the mounting blocks.
Up/down

backward
Forward/
L

• Adjusting along (up and down)

Up/
the mounting surface: Adjust the down
parallelism by sliding the
mounting block on the mounting
surface.
Motion of table
(Carriage)
Linear Scale

Layouting signal cable

Appendix

■ Other considerations Take note of the following points when layouting signal
• If the detector head moves, the signal cables also move cables.
with the slide table. Thus, take note of this when laying out
the signal cables. It is therefore recommended to mount the ■ When the cable is fixed
scale unit on the moving part of the machine. The radius of curvature of the signal cable must be larger than
• Mount the scale unit in place where it is not directly 50mm. Fixing
subjected to the airflow. When removing swarf using an air
gun, be careful of flying swarf. Detector head
• The scale unit must be mounted in a place where
maintenance can be easily performed in case unit trouble
occurs. Radius: 50mm or larger

Fixing

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■ When the cable is movable Resonance point of Linear Scale
When the detector head is movable, it carries the signal cable Each object has a natural frequency, depending on its shape,
with it during operation. Take care, in such a case, that the length, and the type of material. The Linear Scale frame is not
radius of curvature of the signal cable is not smaller than an exception. It has its natural frequency and thereby
100mm and excessive force is not applied to the cable. It is a resonates at a certain frequency. In general, this will not
good idea to protect the cable with a flexible support cover. cause a problem, since a machine tool and the Linear Scale
frame have different natural frequencies under normal
Flexible cover
machining conditions. However, when the natural frequency
of the machine tool body and the Linear Scale coincide due
Detector head to a special processing condition, the following counter-
measures can be taken:
[What to do when the machine and the Linear Scale
Radius: 100mm or larger have the same natural frequency]
1. Increase rigidity of the mounting bracket for the scale.
2. Add a mid-support to the middle of the scale to shift its
resonance point.
3. Mount the Linear Scale at a place where the frequency of
Note: Take care that the signal cables does not interfere or are the machine tool cannot be easily transmitted.
not rubbed with any part of the machine. 4. Limit the machine process conditions to be within a specific
range in which the natural frequencies of the machine tool
■ Other considerations and the scale do not coincide.
The signal cable is durable enough to withstand repeated
bending up to approximately 2 million times (when the
bending radius is 100mm). When repeated bending
exceeding 2 million times is expected, the signal cable should Maintenance of Dust-proof rubber lips
be considered as a consumable part. Have an extension cable In order to maintain and extend the life of the dust-proof
ready in such a case so that the slider unit can be replaced to rubber lips, it is recommended that a small amount of silicon
facilitate maintenance. lubricant be applied to the joint of the rubber and the
detector head once a year.
Greasing
Scale main unit
Improving the dust- and splash-proofing
On the assembly type Linear Scale AT102 the dustproofing
and splashproofing can be improved by supplying dry and
clean air into the spar. Pipe to either of the screw holes (M5) 15mm
located on the both ends of the main scale for the air supply. or less
• Applicable Linear Scale: AT102 Detector
• Supplied air pressure: 0.1MPa (approx. 1kgf/cm2) head
• Air flow rate: 10 to 20 liters/min. Rubber lip
Apply silicone grease
to the overall length
Recommended air supply system with a close or paper.

(4) (7)

(5)
(1) (2) (3) (6)
Linear Scale Linear Scale Evaluation Methods
• Testing within the operation temperature range
The test has proven that there is no abnormality of functions
Air supply equipment Specifications and signals when the Linear Scale is used within the
(1) Air filter A Filterability: 5µm specified operating temperature range.
• Temperature cycle (dynamic characteristics) test
Appendix

(2) Air filter B Filterability: 0.3µm,

Oil removal rate: 99.9% or more The test has proven that there is no abnormality when the
(3) Air filter C Filterability: 0.01µm, Linear Scale is used under the condition of which the
Oil removal rate: 99.9999% or more ambient temperature continuously changes within the
(4) Differential pressure For monitoring the life of the air filter C specific range.
gage • Vibration test (Sweep test)
(5) Air regulator Pressure setting: 0.1MPa (1kgf/cm2) The test has proven that Linear Scale functions without
abnormality when used within the frequency range
(6) Flow control valve Flow setting: 10 to 20 liters/min.
between 30Hz and 300Hz at a given acceleration (3G).
(7) Pressure gage Pressure: 0.1MPa (1kgf/cm2) • Noise test
Note 1: Do not supply excessive amount of air, since this may draw in the dust In accordance with the EMC Directives, EN55011:1991
around the scale unit. Group 1 Class B, and EN50082-1:1992
Note 2: When air in the air supply system contains humidity, connect an air • Crate Drop Test
dryer to the front of (1) Air filter A and dry the air.
In accordance with the heavy equipment drop test
(JISZ0200) specified in the JIS.

DRO System
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Touch-signal probes Extension cables Zero-set remote
controller

26.800308 (1) CNE, Printed in Japan

09CAA335
Extension cables Type A Coordinate Measuring Machines
Shank diameter Order no. for AT102/111/112/181
20mm 938140 Cable length Order no. Vision Measuring Systems
32mm 935094 2m (6.5ft) 09AAA033A Programmable remote
controller Surface-, Form- and Contour
.5" 902329 5m (16.4ft) 09AAA033B Measurement
7m (22.9ft) 09AAA033C
Note) Do not allow the entire length of Digital Scale and DRO Systems
the cables to exceed 20m.
Foot switch Optical Measuring
Sensor Systems
09CAA384
Hardness Measuring
965004 Small Tool Instruments and
Data Management
Extension cables Type B
for AT115*
Cable length Order no.
2m (6.5ft) 09AAA720A
5m (16.4ft) 09AAA720B
7m (22.9ft) 09AAA720C
*Also can be used for AT102/111/112/ Michigan Massachusetts
181.
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