Welcome to DRO PROS. We are a USA dealer of digital readout equipment.This sale is for a Magnetic Scale 2 Axis 8\" x 40\" Lathe Kit by Electronica
It is designed to fit a Lathe, price includes:
(1) 0.0002\" (5 micron) resolution magnetic scale for the carriage
(1) 0.00005\" (1 Micron) resolution magnetic scale for the cross slideElectronica Magnetic Scale 2 Axis Lathe Kit:

The Electronica Lathe package includes everything you need - a display head, mounting arm, power cord, detailed installation manual, a super detailed operators manual, shields, mounting hardware, brackets, etc. Additionally, all Electronica displays have a USB port on the back, ensuring it won\'t become obsolete when a new software update is released. The Electronica Magnetic Scale Digital Readout kit is a revolutionary change to digital readouts as you know them! With the industries lowest profile reader head, this is a game changer!

Stop paying our competitors outrageous prices! Outfit your machine today with magnetic scales at a DRO PROS price!

Magnetic scales:

Do not contain glass - much more durable than any other type scale.

Are coolant and dust proof - have a full IP-67 rating, meaning they can\'t get contaminated like glass scales.

Can be easily cut to the length you need - no more \"hanging off\" the end of the cross slide - custom fit to your application!

Easy to mount - the scale is surface mounted directly to the table, not offset like other brands require!

Resolution:

Carriage: 5 micron (0.0002\") resolution IP-67 rated magnetic scale
Cross Slide: 1 micron (0.00005\") resolution IP-67 rated magnetic scale

Note the “hash marks” on the readhead and scale.

When installing the scale, make sure the readhead and scale \"hash marks\" are both installed on the same ‘side’ or the display might \'flicker\'.

Click HERE to download \"How to Cut Magnetic Scales\".

Click HERE for the \"Cutting Magnetic Scales for a 2 Axis Lathe\" worksheet.
Click HERE to download \"Setting up an Electronica Lathe Kit\" instructions.

Click HERE to download the \"Changing Electronica Scale Read Direction\" document.

Magnetic scale technology combines the best of optical and inductive technology. Just like inductive or \"ball scales\", magnetic scales are impervious to coolant or liquid, yet are slimmer, and cost half as much! They’re easier to mount, more durable, and on par pricewise with optical scales. In summary, magnetic scales combine all the advantages of the other technologies, without retaining the negative qualities of being higher priced, or difficult to install, that inductive or \"ball scales\" suffer from.

If that wasn\'t enough, the Electronica bracket kits are the best we\'ve ever seen. Unlike the competitors bracket kits, Electronica brackets are individually machined for accuracy, not cast. Our \"Library\" page at www.dropros.com includes complete parts lists and exploded assembly diagrams - in short, no more missing parts or time consuming \"how does this bracket fit together\" sessions!

In summary, the Electronica Magnetic Scale Digital Readout kit is a revolutionary change to digital
readouts as you know them! With the industries lowest profile reader head, this is a game changer!

Electronica 400 \"Machine Specific\" 2 Axis Lathe Display:

- The proper terminology for describing a lathes axis are X and Z.

- This display has the \'proper\' X and Z buttons on the front panel.

- The back of the display has the proper connections for the X and Z axis.

- The front display has \"Quick Zero\" buttons for both the X and Z axis.

- The lower eight function keys are lathe specific.

X Axis (Cross Slide) Bracket: Z Axis (Carriage) Bracket:

Remember, Magnetic Scales can be cut to length - No glass to break - Can\'t be contaminated!

How to Cut Magnetic Scales 2 Axis Lathe Worksheet

Benefits of Magnetic Scales:

Magnetic Scales

Glass Scales

Inductive Scales

Profile

1-1/4\" thick

2-1/8\" thick

2-7/8\" thick

Ease of installation

Flat scale \"bar\" easily mounts directly to machine

Scale and readhead joined together – cannot be disassembled

Round “bar” must be offset – cannot be mounted flat against the machine

Price

Complete kit starts at only $760

~ $700

$1,500 +

Cost to repair

Readhead and / or scale can be purchased separately

Readhead and scale must be purchased as a complete assembly

Parts extremely expensive

Resistance to contaminants

Impervious to contaminants

Optical technology susceptible to contamination

Impervious to contaminants

Can scales be cut to a custom length?

Yes

No

No

Scale durability

Virtually indestructible

Glass prone to breakage, contamination

Rod susceptible to damage

Overall length

2 ½” longer than travel

5\" longer than travel

10” longer than travel

Upgradeable software

Convenient USB

Not available

Not available

Bracket system

Anodized black, custom brackets

“Universal brackets“ require extensive modification

Complicated bracket system must be “offset”

There are currently three different scale types available for digital readout systems. They are magnetic, glass, and inductive. Glass scales rely upon an optical encoder and receiver mounted inside of an aluminum extrusion. If the scale becomes contaminated by coolant, oil or dust, they are rendered useless.

Inductive scales are impervious to contamination. The disadvantages are they’re bulky, expensive, and difficult to mount.

Magnetic scales combine the best of optical and inductive technology. Magnetic scales are impervious to coolant, liquid or dust, yet are slimmer than either of the other two technologies. They’re easier to mount, more durable, and can be broken down into convenient lengths for shipping. The first thing customers notice with magnetic scales is that the readhead and the scale are completely separate components. This means mounting magnetic scales is easier than any other type scale - since the readhead mounts separately from the scale, mounting is much quicker, and a whole lot easier! Prior to Electronica, magnetic scales were prohibitively expensive. Today, they are on par pricewise with optical scales. In summary, magnetic scales hold all the advantages of the other technologies, without retaining the negative qualities of being higher priced or difficult to install that inductive scales suffer from.

The height or head dimension of the readhead is critical to a clean DRO installation. Magnetic scale technology eliminates the bulky optical sensors common to traditional readheads.

A slim design means the readhead can be mounted close to the machine, increasing travel and tool efficiency.

Slimmer profile readheads are also much less likely to get damaged from dropped tools or workpieces.

Magnetic readheads retain the advantage of being impervious to coolant, but aren\'t bulky or expensive like inductive or optical scales.

The overall required mounting height is much less than optical or inductive scales.

Magnetic scale height is less than half that of inductive scales.

\"Required End Clearance\" is the \'dead space\' between the center of the readhead and the end of the scale.The more \"Required End Clearance\" a scale requires, the longer the scale becomes.Click on the following image to read a summary of the EL400 readout:Click on the following image to read the EL400 Operational Manual:Click to read the 400 Lathe installation instructions:Click on the following image to read about the NEW Electronica Magnetic Scales:Click on the following image to read about Magnetic Scale Advantages:Click on the following image to read \"How to Cut Magnetic Scales\":Click to download the \"Cutting Magnetic Scales for a 2 Axis Lathe\" worksheet:Click to download the \"Cutting Magnetic Scales for a 2 Axis Mill\" worksheet:Click to download the \"Cutting Magnetic Scales for a 3 Axis Mill\" worksheet:
Electronica Digital Readout Features: · Inch/Metric Display · Line Hole Function · Axis \"Quick-Zero\" Keys · Grid Function · Axis Set · Linear Bolt Hole Function · User Selectable Resolution · Arc Contouring Function · Half Function · Radius / Diameter · Distance to Go · Tool Offset · Center of Circle · Taper Function · Center of Line · Polar Coordinates · ABS/INC Coordinate Display Switch · Easy Setup Mode · Calculator

· Axis Summing

· Sub Datum Memory · Vectoring Function · Power Off Memory · Pre-Set Depth (PSD) · Bolt Hole Circle · Touch Probe Input · Bolt Hole Arc · Linear Error Compensation · Fault / Error alarm · USB Port

Electronica Digital Readout Basic and Special Functions Explained:

Inch/Metric Display - Allows the operator to choose between inch and metric display. Resolution is .0002\" or .005mm.

Axis \"Quick-Zero\" Keys - Unique to the 400 series displays, these \'one-touch\' keys enable the user to quickly zero the selected axis.

Axis Set - Allows operator to manually input desired dimension / coordinate.
Fine / Coarse Resolution - Turns off the last decimal digit (coarse resolution) in which fine resolution is excessive.
Half Function - Automatically calculates the center of the workpiece after the edges are located.

Distance to Go - Provides a \'Near Zero Warning\' to the operator as the machine nears a preset point.

Center of Circle - Allows the user to find the center of a circle after \'touching\' 3 points on the circle.

Center of Line - Allows the user to find the center of a line after locating the end points.

ABS/INC Coordinate Display Switch - Allows the operator to switch between absolute and incremental display. \'Absolute\' display references the work piece zero coordinate you designate. You may choose the absolute center point of your workpiece or perhaps a corner of your workpiece, the decision is yours. Incremental display references any arbitrary coordinate/position without losing your designated zero point. For example, to locate a point exactly in the middle of your workpiece you would most likely use \'absolute\' display to locate the point. To locate points exactly .78 distant from an arbitrary point somewhere in the middle of your workpiece, you would then switch to \'incremental\' display, designate the present position as a zero point, and then simply move your workpiece until .78 was displayed.

Calculator - The display includes a built in calculator function which provides normal mathematical functions such as: add, subtract, multiply, divide, sin, cosine, tangent, etc.

Sub Datum Memory - Allows the user to store up to 1,000 reference points. This greatly simplifies machining of repetitive parts.

Power Off Memory - This function allows the operator to store the work piece zero position in memory. If the machine is turned off at night or there is a power failure, the zero reference points can be recovered without having to reestablish the work piece zero point.

Bolt Hole Circle - Allows the operator to drill a circular pattern of holes from a designated center point.
Bolt Hole Arc - Allows the operator to drill a pattern of holes in a semi-circle or arc from a designated center point.

Line Hole Function - Allows the operator to drill a straight line of holes along any desired angle.

Grid Function - Allows the operator to drill a grid of holes along any desired angle.

Linear Bolt Hole Function - Similar to Line Hole Function, allows the operator to create an equally spaced pattern of holes.

Arc Contouring Function - Enables the user to make an arc or bevel cut along the edge or top of a workpiece.
Radius / Diameter - When measuring radii or diameter, enables the operator to display twice the real displacement.

Tool Offset - Unique to lathe displays only, automatically compensates coordinate system for tool length and diameter. Allows 9 presets.

Taper Function - Unique to lathe displays only, automatically calculates the taper of a workpiece.

Polar Coordinates - Allows user to measure distance in a polar coordinate measuring system.
Easy Setup Mode - Enables access to special functions, such as swapping or \'reversing\' the direction a scale reads.

Axis Summing - Unique to 4 axis displays only, allows the \'coupling\' or \'summing\' of any two axis to read as one.

Vectoring Function - Unique to 3 axis lathe displays only, allows the \'coupling\' or \'summing\' of Z and Z\' to read as one.

Pre-Set Depth (PSD) - Unique to EDM displays only, used to control a relay at a pre-set depth setting.

Touch Probe Input - Unique to 400 displays only, allows a \'touch\' or \'contact probe\' to be connected to the display. Especially useful for determining center points of circles.

Linear Error Compensation - Used to \'calibrate\' the scales, Linear Error Compensation provides improved display accuracy. Electronica\'s method of inputting LEC correction is the simplest we\'ve ever seen. Other brands have you calculate multiple complex \"correction factors\" that slowly correct you towards your desired calibration. Literally, this \'old\' way of calibration can take hours, even days. Electronica\'s method is to simply measure a predetermined distance, and then enter that distance into the display - the \'correction factor\' is automatically calculated and applied in the background - simple, easy and best of all, fast!

USB Port - Common to all Electronica displays, a USB port allows easy software updates, ensuring your DRO won\'t become obsolete!

Why should I buy from DRO PROS?

We speak English - We answer our phones - Same day shipping

Our goal at DRO PROS is to make customers for life. We feel that, in the long run, treating customers right will yield much more than simply \"going for the sale\". In accordance with that, we have attempted to pass on some ideas to help you, the customer, in completing your purchase decision:

Price. Probably the most talked about factor when buying a DRO. Price can also be the most misleading, and perhaps worst way, to judge a Digital Readout Kit. We\'ve all heard the old adage, \"You get what you pay for.\" Before the internet, it was true, price did generally correlate directly to value. But that was yesterdays economy. All resellers obtained their goods the same way, and therefore incurred the same costs. In today\'s economy, the market has changed drastically. At DRO PROS, we import and sell directly to you. Unlike our competitors, we do not have Western and Eastern sales divisions and multiple layers of management to support. One location, one cost, and the savings get passed on to you!

Intuitiveness or \"Ease of Use\". Probably the most important, and hardest to determine factor when buying a DRO. Think in terms of after the sale. Even if you get an absolute \'rock star\' bottom line price that would make William Shatner proud, if the DRO is not user friendly, you still didn\'t get a \'deal\'. The whole point of getting a DRO is to make your work easier and more enjoyable. If the DRO is poorly designed, too complicated, if the display isn\'t bright enough, or in other words is \'user unfriendly\', you\'ll regret your purchase decision every time you turn it on. It simply won\'t matter what you paid, it\'s not worth it!

Support. Most likely the second most important, and perhaps most overlooked factor when buying a DRO. Imagine trying to reach a technician when you\'ve bought a DRO from an overseas reseller! Yet every day, people \"save\" $50 and buy products on without stopping to think what will happen when they need service or tech support. Some DRO resellers don\'t even publish a phone number! While our competitors continue to pare down or even totally eliminate their customer support, at DRO PROS we continue to expand our Customer Service. Our Video Tutorials are the best in the industry, and are available free for you, our customers. Our tech help is the best in the business - our techs all know all our DRO\'s inside and out. Nobody knows DRO\'s like DRO PRO\'s!

Warranty. Of course, all DRO PROS kits come with a standard, 3 Year USA warranty. Something not quite working correctly? Call us, don\'t get redirected overseas!

Parts. Can you believe some resellers don\'t carry parts? That\'s right, buy from the \"other guys\", break a scale, and you get to replace the entire kit! Don\'t assume you can just go buy a different brand scale, either, because most manufacturers use different connectors on their scales. If that wasn\'t enough, even among those with a common connector, such as a DB9, most are hard wired differently. Finally, don\'t overlook the cost of parts. At DRO PROS, an 800mm replacement scale will cost you $197. A similar scale sold extensively by a European company will cost nearly $700! Finally, we have a massive inventory of parts, so rest easy - a replacement part is only a phone call away!

The Best Value. We literally search world-wide for the best value DRO products on the planet. If there was a better DRO package to be sold, we would be selling it. Yes, we\'ve seen cheaper units on , but there is a reason they\'re cheaper. Think poor quality, no parts, no manual, non-existent customer service, poor product fit/finish etc.

Customer Service. We pledge to never \"over sell\" you on a product that won\'t work well for you. Our philosophy is to try and save you money and get the best value kit tailored to the machinery you have. Many of our customers are surprised when we recommend against buying a more expensive brand. Again, our philosophy is to build customers for life. Give us a call and let us save you money!

Shipping. Most orders ship the same day, the next at the latest. We do not \'drop\' ship, we have our own massive warehouse of inventory right here on site. We use FedEx, you\'ll get a tracking number emailed to you immediately, and we cover all shipping insurance automatically.

The Company. DRO PROS is a veteran owned, American company. We enjoy selling quality products at competitive prices. We believe that providing the best customer service is the key to success. No other company spends more time on the phone with customers than we do. Even in a down economy, our company continues to thrive and grow. We look forward to earning your business!

The Bottom Line. Our line of digital readout\'s are simply the most user friendly DRO\'s on the planet. Because of our direct marketing structure, they\'re also extremely affordable. Coupled with our extensive customer service and affordable parts, our Digital Readout products are simply the best value on the planet.

Shipping:

Domestic Shipping to the United States: All shipping is done via FedEx for a flat rate of $43. You\'ll get a tracking number emailed direct to you from FedEx, enabling you to track your shipment door to door! We cover insurance against any potential shipping damages, so no hidden fees here!

International Shipping outside the United States: All of our shipping is done via the United States Postal Service. We charge a flat rate of $80 shipping to Canada and $140 for International shipping.

3 Year Warranty:

All DRO PROS brand digital readouts come
with a written, no-nonsense 3 year warranty.
All warranty claims are handled directly byDRO PROS.
No run-arounds, no hassle!

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