The LANUSB-FAD controller, designed especially for Fadal CNC's, provides FTP. Switch box version of the USBCNC controller and is compatible with all serial.
The USB CNC Automatic Serial Switch Box Controller for CNC machine tools and equipment provides Fadal CNC's with a USB memory interface and pass-through serial network capability. The switch box allows a shop to maintain existing serial networks and DNC systems, while providing on-the-fly access to USB memory. The switch box allows operators to load, save and DNC files from either a remote PC or a local USB memory device. In the event of a network crash, access to local USB memory guarantees uninterrupted machine production.
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The switch-box continuously monitors data transmission on the serial port of a Fadal CNC. While operating in passthrough mode, the switch box passes RS-232 data between the serial port of the machine and a PC. An operator may choose USB mode with the CNC controller keypad.
When the switch box receives a request for USB mode, it temporarily disables the serial port and connects a USB memory device to the CNC controller. After completing the USB memory access request, the serial port automatically returns to its normal state without user intervention. In USB mode, commands are typed into the USB controller via the CNC controller keypad. The USB file information is viewed on the monitor as if it were an integral part of the control. An active help menu displays all of the available commands, eliminating the requirement to memorize USB file interface commands. All files or user-selected files may be uploaded or downloaded into the CNC's memory, as they are needed. For programs too large to reside on the CNC's internal memory, an internal DNC operation can drip-feed them.
The addition 20mm and 22mm diameter high speed milling and drilling spindles for Swiss turning applications are now available. Utilizing synchronous, DC motor technology, the spindles operate up to 100,000rpm with 260W continuous power and high torque. Ideal for machining applications involving micro-milling and drilling tools, as well as engraving and fine milling, these new, more compact spindles feature high rigidity and ultra precision (less then 2µm runout) to enhance surface quality, machining accuracy, and a reduction of secondary operations.
Models are available in standard length, short length and 90° versions. In addition, for turning center users, IBAG offers a ready-to-install kit that includes the spindle and drive, all electrical and pneumatic lines, and optional spindle mounting blocks. The 20mm and 22mm spindles complement the existing line of 25mm diameter spindles, offering high-speed, precision milling and drilling capabilities for smaller Swiss turning equipment. The TESAVISIO 500 high accuracy multi-sensor measuring system with PCDMIS software is available in two models - the Value and the Universal - to meet a wide range of measurement and inspection needs.
Utilizing a CMM bridge design on both models, they are mounted on air bearings that are controlled by a newly designed joystick, providing rapid motorized positioning of the X, Y and Z axes. The TESAVISIO 500 Value is available as a standard vision measuring machine, a multi-sensor measuring system with touch probe measuring capability, and can be converted into a touch probe CMM by removing the ring light and attaching either the TESASTAR m M8 or TESASTAR i M8 probe kits.
Consecutively, these are programmable manual and motorized articulating probe heads. The TESAVISIO 500 Universal model is available as a multi-sensor system with optical measuring capability, a TTL laser sensor and touch trigger probes. Both models include a motorized 12x zoom, color camera and come standard with the new white LED multi-ring/ multi-segment ring light, back light and coaxial Illumination. Parts up to 400mm x 500mm x up to 300mm (16' x 20' x up to 12') - depending on configuration - can be measured on both models.
Speed is 300mm/sec2 with acceleration of 1,400mm/sec2 in the X and Y axes with speed of minimum 0.05mm/sec, maximum 200mm/ sec, and acceleration of 1,000mm/sec2 in the Z axis. The development of VDP - vibration-damped palletization - is an example of an advanced development in order to set new standards in metalcutting machining. The typical machining system is a closed circle where the elastic structure broadly consists of three components - a machine tool, a cutting tool and a workpiece clamping system - which together dictate the stability of the system. The quality of the manufactured product and the capability of the machining process depend largely on the dynamic stability of every component of this structure. Ever more stringent demands on metalcutting machining - new materials, better surface finish, closer tolerances - have made the vibration problem more and more urgent. System 3R has worked to improve the entire machining process by improving the dynamic properties of their pallet system.
The VDP range includes both manual and automatic chucks - Macro, Macro-Magnum and Dynafix - which:. improve surface finish-reducing the need for finishing;. reduce tool wear - lengthening tool life;.
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allow machining with a higher removal rate - giving shorter lead times;. reduce wear on the machine spindle - cutting the maintenance costs of the machine; and. reduce noise level - improving the working environment. A recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court limiting medical device lawsuits is making it almost impossible for a consumer to sue a manufacturer of federally-approved medical devices.
As hard as I try, I can't understand what our judicial system was thinking when they made this decision. Time and time again, we're told that certain laws and regulations have been enacted for our safety. In reality, the only conclusion that makes sense to me is that these rulings are intended to benefit some special interest group or business.
I hope I'm wrong, but I can't help but to think that this is the situation with the recent 8-1 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court against the estate of a patient who suffered serious injuries when a catheter burst during a medical procedure. The decision rendered by the Supreme Court states that lawsuits are barred to the extent they would impose requirements that are different from federal requirements.
Even the current Bush administration agrees with the ruling, saying state jury verdicts against medical device manufacturers would compel companies to alter product design or labels that had already received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is absurd. If these government branches really believe what they are saying, a reality check is in order. Just because a company must substantiate the safety and effectiveness of a medical device before the FDA will approve it for the marketplace doesn't mean that the company and/or FDA is infallible.
The FDA, with a shortage of funds and manpower, is certainly prone to make errors. Medical companies, in an effort to reach the marketplace first, are also susceptible to errors. In fact, over a recent three-month span, federal regulators responded to more than 100 safety problems regarding medical devices. I wonder if the Supreme Court looked into these safety problems or even considered that just two months ago, the Washington Post reported that the FDA approved experiments with artificial blood substitutes after studies showed that the controversial products posed a clear risk of causing heart attacks and death. I wonder if the Court considered that one company pulled its defibrillation wires off the market because broken leads had resulted in five deaths, even though the risk of breakage is low and less than 1% have failed.
Perhaps if the real concern was public safety, a different decision would have been reached. By no means am I lawsuit fanatic; however, I do believe people are entitled to fair, honest representation. It's wrong to tie the hands of this nation's citizens by not allowing them to seek compensation for personal injury or wrong doing.
The only winners here are special interest groups, federal agencies and major companies. While they get the rights to the profit well, the people get the proverbial shaft.
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