Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] DRcheapO

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From: "Country Bubba" <axtein@...>
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Sent: Thursday, August 22, 2002 4:41 PM
Subject: Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] DRcheapO


> JJ,
> I have less than that in a three axis DRO for my mill/drill AND the same
> output monitor is use for 2 axis on my lathe!
>
> At 12:15 PM 8/22/02 -0400, you wrote:
> >Here's an idea that's probably been done:
> >
> >What about using digital calipers for a DRO? Sure, they're harder to
> >read, but it looks like they would do the job. Attach the fixed jaw to
> >the body of the machine, and attach the sliding part (with display) to
> >the axis, or vice versa. You would have mm/inch instantly switchable,
> >you could measure relative distances by zeroing, etc. If length is a
> >problem, MSC sells 24" calipers for US$190.
> >
> >Just a thought.
> >
> >Regards,
> > JJ
> >
> >Be Kind, Be Careful, Be Yourself
> >
>
> Bubba
>
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