In this how-to series, Dan and Iain explain how to run an alignment cycle, which they demonstrate using an NC4+ Blue. They discuss why you’d need to run the cycle, what tools are needed, and how to generate the cycle code using the Renishaw GoProbe App.
If you own any of our NC4 models, you can find more information about Renishaw’s NC4 tool setting cycles in our non-contact tool setting software user guide.
You can discover more about the NC4+ Blue and the rest of the NC4 family by visiting www.renishaw.com/nc4
00:00 Introduction
00:33 What is alignment?
01:00 Calibration tool
01:24 When to perform alignment
01:50 How to perform alignment
03:07 Positioning the calibration tool
03:44 Running the cycle
04:11 Explanation of the results
05:10 How to adjust the NC4 unit
05:49 Conclusion