BenchMike Pro Instruction Handbook: Workholding Fixtures 3-7
3.3.3 Digital Readout (DRO) Slide Fixture
The Digital Readout (DRO) Slide Fixture is used to linearly position parts to predetermined positions for meas-
urement and/or to measure the distance between two points on a part. Features include:
• Direct readout of position on the BenchMike Pro screen
• Position display may be re-zeroed at any position with the Fixture Zero Position function of the Bench-
Mike Pro
• Linear position encoder with 0.025 mm (0.0005 in.) resolution
• One-turn-per-inch lead screw with hand positioning knob
• Intelligent Fixture identification and setup via I2C bus interface
• Plugs into the Fixture Port on the BenchMike Pro
• Hardened dovetail rail mates with other fixtures
• Precision locating dowels ensure accurate mounting
• See Adjustable Centers and Adjustable V-Block description for information about maximum weight capac-
ity
• Available in 3 lengths:
1) Maximum travel is 300 mm (12 in.)
Overall slide length is 457.2 mm (18 in.)
2) Maximum travel is 482.6 mm (19 in.)
Overall slide length is 635 mm (25 in.)
3) Maximum travel is 660.4 mm (26 in.)
Overall slide length is 812.8 mm (32 in.)
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