Tools as small as Ø0.2 mm can be measured anywhere along the laser beam and set-up is more simple than focused laser systems as there is no focal point to identify.

The NC3 offers high repeatability, low air consumption and a rapid tool-breakage detection cycle.

The NCi-4 interface is required for use with NC3 and other non-contact tool setting systems. The NC3 is operated using Renishaw's macro-based non-contact tool setting software.

NC3 specification

Specification
Laser type	Visible red light < 1 mW 670 nm
Electrical connection	Hard-wired
Repeatability of trigger points (2 sigma)	±0.15 µm (0.000006 in)
Minimum tool diameter for measurement	Ø0.2 mm (0.008 in)
Minimum tool diameter for breakage detection	Ø0.1 mm (0.004 in)
Air protection system	Supply pressure greater than 3 bar. Air usage 6 litres / min.
Power supply	12 V to 30 V, 120 mA
Power-up time	< 0.5 seconds
Temperature limit	Operating: +5 °C to + 50 °C Storage: -10 °C to + 70 °C
Outside length	135 mm (5.31 in)
Internal transmitter and receiver separation	80 mm (3.15 in)
Sealing	IP X8
Mounting	Single M10 / M12 fixing. M4 mouting holes also provided.
Compatible interface	NCi-4

Software for NC3

Renishaw's macro-based non-contact tool setting software is used to easily program tool setting and broken tool detection routines.

Alternative tool setting and broken tool detection solutions

NC4

Non-contact tool setting and broken tool detection

TRS2

Single sided non-contact broken tool detection

TS27R

Industry standard contact tool setter probe

New! OTS

Cable-free contact tool setter

Ordering information

Please contact your local Renishaw office for more information on ordering the NC3 tool setting system.

Part number	Description
A-4179-1100	NC3 system kit

Next steps

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