Acu-Rite DRO Systems

Key Features

High accuracy and precision: By keeping track of the tool with respect to the workpiece across multiple axes, DRO encoders and systems ensure a high degree of accuracy and precision during machining. This results in manufacturing workpieces with very tight tolerances and little room for rework.

User-friendly interface: Apart from improving accuracy, the DRO systems have large, legible displays with ambient lighting, graphical and conversational dialogue guidance, and a large number of pre-programmed cycles for maximum user convenience.

Robust construction: All Acu-Rite DRO systems and CNC controller boards are very robust and have special sealing systems that are IP-rated. IP ratings, or Ingress Protection ratings, are an international standard that determines how well a seal or enclosure can protect against moisture, dust, and other contaminants. Hence, the IP rating signifies the robustness of the DRO and CNC control panel systems.

Benefits and Applications In Various Fields

Retrofitting Capability: Many older machines, although manually operated, are excellent in quality and durability. By retrofitting DRO encoders to these machines, their accuracy is significantly improved as it displays the true location of the tool on all axes.

Versatile Operation: Be it milling, boring, lathing, or grinding machines, all can benefit from a DRO encoder system as its operation is pretty much universal. Only the number of axes and certain additional features change. For instance, for a lathe machine, a CNC control panel with a rotary encoder and a rotary encoder pinout might be required. On the other hand, for a cutting tool, a linear encoder might suffice.

Widespread Applications: This versatility and retrofitting capability make DRO encoders a staple in machines that are used to manufacture parts for aircraft, heavy machinery used in forestry, and robust equipment deployed in oil and gas extraction facilities.

Why Choose Acu-Rite DRO Systems?

In conjunction with Heidenhain, Acu-Rite continuously focuses on innovation, resulting in advanced technology DRO encoders and associated systems that offer a variety of tool offsets and specific functions for tasks such as milling and turning.

Contact Us for More Information

Browse our extensive range of Acu-Rite DRO systems and select the one that best suits your requirements. Need to know more about the DRO encoders and associated accessories such as DRO scales? Give us a call today at 905-876-0890 and our experts will be happy to answer all your questions.