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Sony DRO Features and Functions
 
New LH70/71 series features:
- inch/mm conversion
- reset, preset
- selectable ABS/INC display
- milling and lathe functions in one model
- bolt hole circle, 10 multipoint datums (milling)
- 12 tool offset facility, diameter resolution (lathe)
- linear compensation
- LH71 model with additional programming features
 
LG10 series features:
- inch/mm conversion
- diameter display
- reset and preset
- linear error compensation
 
LH51 series features:
- inch/mm conversion
- selectable ABS/INC display
- datum point memory
- diameter display
- reset and preset
- linear error compensation
- bolt hole circle
- data storage
- simple arc function
- touch sensor function
 
LH52 series features:
- inch/mm conversion
- selectable ABS/INC display
- diameter display
- reset and preset
- data storage
- linear error compensation
- 9 tool offsets co-ordinate functions
 
LH61 series features:
- inch/mm conversion
- selectable ABS/INC display
- multiple datum point memory
- linear error compensation
- bolt hole circle
- programming in manual & playback
- diameter display
- touch sensor function
- RS232C output
 
 
 
Scales
 
The Sony DRO scale range includes four series of scales that can be used, in any combination, with any of the Sony DRO displays.
 
 
New Sony SJ300
 
Travel: 50mm to 2200mm
Accuracy: +/- 10µm
Resolution: 1 µm
Measuring system: Magnetic
Max response speed: 60m/min
Protection design grade: IP64
Cable: Purchase separately model CH33 - 3, 5, 10 or 15m lengths
 
The new SJ300 Magnescale features a unique flexible head and scale mechanism, which combine to reduce installation time and therefore costs. No machined surface or backing bar is required. Cables are purchased separately. This scale connects directly to the new LH70/71 displays.
 
 
Sony SJ700
 
Travel: 150mm to 1600mm
Accuracy: +/- 10µm up to 1250mm
Resolution: 5µm
Measuring system: Magnetic (magneto-resistive)
Max response speed: 60m/min
Protection design grade: to IP54
Cable length: 150 to 800mm scales - 3 m, 950 to 1600mm scales - 5m. Longer cables than standard can be supplied with the scale at the time of order.
 
General purpose, low cost scale series suitable for all types of machine tools in particular milling machines and lathes. Available in measuring lengths from 150mm to 1600mm. Resolution to 5µm.
 
 
Sony GB-A
 
Travel: 50mm up to 2200mm
Accuracy: +/- 5µm
Resolution: 0.5µm
Measuring system: Magnetic (Magnescale)
Max response speed: 60m/min
Protection design grade: to IP54
Cable length: 50 to 850mm scales - 3m, 950 to 1850mm scales- 5m, 2050 to 2200mm scales - 10m. Extension cables CE10: 1, 3, 5, 10m
 
The GB-A scales are ideal for high precision machine tools including grinders and precision lathes. Available in measuring lengths from 50mm to 2200mm Resolution to 0.5µm.
 
 
Sony SL110 - PL20B
 
Travel: 200mm to 2000mm, longer lengths can be supplied in assembly form
Accuracy: +/- 25 + 5µm per metre of travel
Resolution: 10µm
Measuring system: Magnetic (magneto-resistive)
Max response speed: 300m/min
Protection design grade: IP67 (excluding reading head connector)
Cable length: Select 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30m armoured or unarmoured
 
The SL110 Digiruler scale has an aluminium spar and requires a separate reading head PL20B. The scale and head are simple to install and are a very cost effective scale system for long travel machines. Resolution to 10µm.
 
 
Sony SL130 - PL20/25
 
Travel: 200mm to 30000mm (30m)
Accuracy: +/- 25 + 5µm per metre of travel up to 7m
Resolution: 10µm
Measuring system: Magnetic (magneto-resistive)
Max response speed: 300m/min
Protection design grade: IP67 (excluding reading head connector)
Cable length: Select 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30m armoured or unarmoured
 
The SL130 Digiruler is an exposed tape scale system and requires a separate reading head PL20B. The scale can be used to measure flat or curved surfaces. The high response speed and large head gap tolerance make it ideal for sheet metal working machines such as punch presses. The SL130 is simply applied to a machine using the adhesive tape kit supplied. It is a very cost effective scale system for layout, position and co-ordinate measuring machines particularly those with long travels.
 
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