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A Heidenhain Memo

8/30/2018

Heidenhain sealed and exposed linear encoders

Pictured the difference between sealed linear encoder (left) and the exposed linear encoder (right)

Ever wonder what is the difference between a sealed linear encoder and the exposed linear encoder?
We thought we would share a little information from #Heidenhain on just that subject.

Length MeasurementSealed linear encoders are protected from dust, chips and splash fluids and are ideal for operation on machine tools.
Exposed linear encoders operate with no mechanical contact between the scanning head and the scale or scale tape. Typical areas of application for these encoders include measuring machines, comparators and other precision devices in linear metrology, as well as production and measuring equipment, for example in the semiconductor industry.
With incremental linear encoders,the current position is determined by starting at a datum and counting measuring steps, or by subdividing and counting signal periods. Incremental encoders from HEIDENHAIN feature reference marks, which must be scanned after switch-on to reestablish the datum. This process is especially simple and fast with distance-coded reference marks.
Absolute linear encoders require no previous traverse to provide the current position value. The encoder transmits the absolute value through the EnDat interface or another serial interface.

Since 2001 we've been representing for Heidenhain. We care what Heidenhain products you need. We work to provide you the right encoder for your particular application. Call for more information:
Toll Free: 866-622-4488 or sales@rmscnc.com

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Today's Feature Millpwr G2®

8/10/2018

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ACU-RITE® MILLPWR G2.

The Acu-Rite Millpwr G2 provides a powerful conversational CNC retrofit system for knee and bed mill. It comes in a 2 or 3 axes control. Built with convience in mind the large full-color LCD display has exceptional clarity.

You don't need prior programming experience to use this control. The menu-prompted conversational programming makes work easy! This millpwr G2® was developed with machinists in mind. It significantly reduces set-up time, scrap, and other non-productive operations. Manual and automated operations are both helpful and needed.

From Sketch to Program to Finished Part:  The DXF file imput allows the operator to import part geometry directly from a CAD file. It is easy to save in the internal memory, USB or on a PC ( via Ethernet).

3D Graphic System:  Improve Efficiency and Accuracy. Program cyles are easy and also come with "help" graphics.

Use the Millpwr G2® as a full function DRO, an intelligent power feed or a programmable CNC. This versatille system allow the operator to switch from full automatic mode to manual mode in just seconds. Import and run G-Code files from CAD/CAM programs to machine full 3D contoured parts.
With optional spindle control, you can automatically control your spindle's speed and/or directon on milling machines that are equipped with an electronic variable speed spindle. Find out more.

Rossi Machinery Services is an authorized distributor for Heidenhain and Acu-Rite. We celebrate over 17 years of serving all of Ohio manufacturing with these quality product lines. We are here to help you make the right decision that makes sense for your company. It is our mission to make your needs central to the sale. To talk more about this product or any of the products or services that we offer call us toll free: 866-622-4488 or E-Mail sales@rmscnc.com We are on the web 24/7: www.rmscnc.com

If you have an existing Millpwr, the G2 upgrades on most legacy Millpwrs. You purchase the display, and mounting arm, making your upgrade easy, efficient, and affordable!

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ACER E-HEAD SELLS BIG!

8/9/2018

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For A Limited Time: $3750.00 for the 3HP

Customer added an ACER E-head™ and an Acu-Rite Digital Readout System.

Bridgeport milling machines continue to be the well sought after item here at Rossi Machinery Services! We are working on a few #rebuilds right now.

But many times the Bridgeport mill is working just fine but maybe STILL has a pulley head or a "J" head or maybe is just worn out. When this is the case, we highly recommend an ACER E-head™.Changing your old Bridgeport or Bridgeport-type head doesincrease your efficiency. The cost of an ACER E-head™ out weighs the cost of the purchase. Changing the head can add life to the machine. This E-Head is currently #onsale and we are selling them to many customers - even as far a Lousianna.

This ACER Sale is GREAT! 3HP $3750.00

Don't mess with fixing the pulley head. Parts are getting harder to find, the cost of the rebuild is rising. We can honestly recommend the ACER E-head™ as a great solution. You will get the return on your investment you need and loose the hassle of working with the step pulley head or an old Bridgeport head. This #summer #sale is going on NOW so don't forget to get your E-head™ ordered.
The E-head™ comes in Bridgeport gray or the #ACER Color.

Below are the bolt hole patterns for the heads. We can walk you through the replacment which is very easy. This sale will NOT last forever; place your order this summer.