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Renishaw plc T +44 (0) 1453 524524

New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge, F +44 (0) 1453 524901


Gloucestershire GL12 8JR E [email protected]
United Kingdom www.renishaw.com

NC4 non-contact tool setting system

High speed, non-contact,


tool setting and breakage
detection
The NC4 is a flexible laser system, with ultra-compact laser
tool setting transmitter and receiver units that can be mounted
on separate brackets, or as a single fixed unit. The NC4 allows
fast, non-contact, tool setting and tool breakage detection on
machines previously unsuitable for such applications.

The NC4+ F145 system offers excellent tool-to-tool accuracy


and is suitable for applications using small diameter tools.

Non-contact tool setting systems can reduce tool setting


times by up to 90% and reduce scrap caused by setting
errors. Broken tool detection cycles enable reliable
unmanned machining.

In addition to the innovative MicroHole™ protection system


featured in all Renishaw’s non-contact systems for machine
tools, the NC4 benefits from PassiveSeal™, an additional
failsafe sealing device, preventing contamination in the event
of air supply failure.

Ideal for retrofitting, the NC4 offers fast set-up as there is no


laser focal point to identify.

Key benefits Innovations


Brings probing to small machines Ultra-compact design

At just 30 mm (1.18 in) diameter and 35 mm (1.38 in) high, Miniaturised electronics, and the compact protection
NC4 meets the demand for probing on machines previously system without a bulky shutter mechanism, makes the NC4
unsuitable for larger non-contact tool setting and tool suitable for machines with limited space for probe fitment.
breakage detection systems.
Environmental protection
Fast, robust and repeatable
In addition to its MicroHole™ technology, the NC4 also
Dependent on system, separation distances and mounting,
features PassiveSeal™ - an integrated failsafe device which
tools as small as 0.03 mm (0.0012 in) diameter* can be
maintains IPX8 protection 100% of the time, even if the air
measured at any selected point along the beam, and
supply fails.
checked for breakage.
One system supports all separations
Flexible systems
Available as both fixed and separate systems, with a With generic transmitter and receiver units, and no focal
measuring length of 225 mm (8.86 in) (overall unit length of point to identify, installing the separate NC4 system is
300 mm (11.81 in)) on the fixed system, and up to 5 m on simple and fast, making it ideal for retrofitting to existing
the separate system. machines.

* Dependent on system, separation and mounting


Renishaw plc T +44 (0) 1453 524524
New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge, F +44 (0) 1453 524901
Gloucestershire GL12 8JR E [email protected]
United Kingdom www.renishaw.com

Specification
Principal application High precision, high speed, non-contact tool
measurement and broken tool detection on vertical
and horizontal machining centres
Laser type Class 2 Laser product. Visible red light <1 mW 670 nm.
Conforms to 21 CFR 1040.10 except for deviations
pursuant to Laser Notice 50 dated June 24, 2007)
and to IEC 60825-1:2007.
Laser beam alignment Separate system: Various optional adjuster packs
are available.
Fixed system: The unit is supplied with an adjustable
mounting plate on the underside.
Electrical connection Separate system: Hardwired cable on the underside
arrangement of unit.
Fixed system: Hardwired cable on the end of the unit.
Other configurations are available on request
Sealing IPX8 (air on or off)
Typical repeatability ±0.1 µm (0.000004 in) 2σ*
Specified repeatability NC4: ± 1 µm (0.00004 in) 2σ at 1 m (3.28 ft) separation NC4 laser tool setter
NC4+ F145: ± 1 µm (0.00004 in) 2σ at 85 mm
(3.35 in) separation
Min tool Ø for setting Ø0.03 mm (0.0012 in) or larger depending on
system, separation and set-up
Min tool Ø for breakage Ø0.03 mm (0.0012 in) or larger depending on
system, separation and set-up
Power supply 120 mA @ 12 V, 70 mA @ 24 V
Output signal Two voltage-free, solid state relays (SSR).
Each can be either normally-open or normally-closed
(selectable via a switch).
Current (max.) 50 mA, voltage (max.) ±50 V.
The interface contains an auxiliary relay which can
be used for switching the output between the NC4 and a
spindle probe. This relay could also be used to control an
air blast kit (not supplied).
Temperature limit Storage –10 °C to 70 °C (14 °F to 158 °F).
Operating 5 °C to 50 °C (41 °F to 122 °F).
Life Tested to >1 million on/off cycles.
Pneumatic supply Ø3 mm air pipe, 3 bar (43 psi) min., 6 bar (87 psi) max. NC4 compact checking a tool
The air supply to the NC4 must conform to for breakage
ISO 8573-1: Class 1.7.2.
Cable 2 twisted pairs, 2 individual cores plus screen.
Each core 18/0.1 insulated. Ø6.0 mm (0.24 in) x 12.5 m
(39.36 ft) long.
Mounting Separate system: 2 off M3 x 0.5 P fixing holes plus
2 off Ø2 mm (0.079 in) dowel holes
Fixed system: Single M10 (3/8 in) or M12 (1/2 in) fixing.
Alternative fixing arrangements available
Supply protection Resettable fuses. Reset by removing power and cause
of fault.

* Dependent on system, separation and mounting

More information
For further details on the products mentioned in this flyer, please visit
www.renishaw.com/nc4 or www.renishaw.com/mtp

For worldwide contact details please visit our main website at


www.renishaw.com/contact
RENISHAW HAS MADE CONSIDERABLE EFFORTS TO ENSURE THE CONTENT OF THIS RENISHAW® and the probe emblem used in the RENISHAW logo are registered
DOCUMENT IS CORRECT AT THE DATE OF PUBLICATION BUT MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR trademarks of Renishaw plc in the UK and other countries.
REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE CONTENT. RENISHAW EXCLUDES LIABILITY,
HOWSOEVER ARISING, FOR ANY INACCURACIES IN THIS DOCUMENT. apply innovation is a trademark of Renishaw plc.

H-2000-3362-02-A © Renishaw plc 2010 Issued March 2010

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