Renishaw XM-60 multi-axis calibrator, XM-600 multi-axis calibrator User Manual
User guide
F-9921-0201-04-B
XM multi-axis calibrator
XM multi-axis calibrator
Patents
Features of the XM multi-axis calibrator, and other similar Renishaw products, are
subject of one or more of the following patents and/or patent applications:
CN 101715540 US 2016/0169710
CN 105637326 US 5975744
EP 3028011 US 6473250
GB 2337339 US 6597505
IN WO2015/015213 US 7304815
JP 2015/015213 US 8368887
JP 4499924
Renishaw part no: F-9921-0201-04-B
Issued: 09.2018
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described herein without obligation to notify any person of such changes.
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is correct at the date of publication but makes no warranties or representations
regarding the content. Renishaw excludes liability, howsoever arising, for any
inaccuracies in this document.
Warranty
Equipment requiring attention under warranty must be returned to your equipment
supplier.
Unless otherwise specifically agreed in writing between you and Renishaw, if you
purchased the equipment from a Renishaw company, the warranty provisions
contained in Renishaw’s CONDITIONS OF SALE apply. You should consult these
conditions in order to find out the details of your warranty but, in summary, the
main exclusions from the warranty are if the equipment has been:
• neglected, mishandled or inappropriately used; or
• modified or altered in any way except with the prior written agreement of
Renishaw.
If you purchased the equipment from any other supplier, you should contact them
to find out what repairs are covered by their warranty.
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imply freedom from the patent rights of Renishaw plc.
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International regulations and conformance
EC compliance
Renishaw plc declares that the XM system complies with the applicable directives,
standard and regulations. A copy of the full EC Declaration of Conformity is
available upon request.
In compliance with BS EN 61010-1:2010 the product is safe to use in the following
environmental conditions:
• Indoor use only
• Altitude up to 2000 m
• Maximum relative humidity (non-condensing) of 80% for
temperatures up to 31 °C decreasing linearly to
50% relative humidity at 40 °C
• Pollution Degree 2
RoHS compliance
Compliant with EC directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS)
Packaging component Material ISO 11469 Recycling
guidance
Outer box Cardboard N/A Recyclable
Inserts Cardboard N/A Recyclable
Bags Low density polyethylene LDPE Recyclable
WEEE
The use of this symbol on Renishaw products and/or accompanying
documentation indicates that the product should not be mixed
with general household waste upon disposal. Due to fibre optic
handling requirements the unit must be returned to Renishaw for
disposal. Please contact your local Renishaw office to arrange
collection. Correct disposal of this product will help to save valuable
resources and prevent potential negative effects on the environment.
For more information, please contact your local Renishaw office.
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Radio communication
The wireless communication module used within the XM system is pre-approved
in a number of regions including EU, EFTA countries, USA and Canada.
Module manufacturer: Laird plc
Part number: TRBLU23-00200
FCC ID: FCC ID PI401B
Module ID No: 1931 B-BISMII
For details of national radio approvals for this device, see the Compliance
with radio device regulations document on the Calibration product quality and
conformance web pages.
Further radio approval country specific statements can be found below:
Singapore
Reg. No. N1116-17
Complies with
IDA Standards
DA104642
Mexico
La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones:
(1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y
(2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la
que pueda causar su operación no deseada.
Taiwan
低功率電波輻性電機管理辦法
第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不
得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾
現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信
規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波
輻射性電機設備之干擾 。
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USA and Canadian regulations
FCC
Information to the user (47CFR:2001 part 15.19)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Information to the user (47CFR:2001 part 15.105)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not used in accordance with this user
guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.
Information to the user (47CFR:2001 part 15.21)
The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications, not expressly approved
by Renishaw plc or authorised representative, could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Special accessories (47CFR:2001 part 15.27)
The user is also cautioned that any peripheral device installed with this
equipment, such as a computer, must be connected with a high-quality shielded
cable to ensure compliance with FCC limits.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of this device.
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes :
(1) il ne doit pas produire d’interference et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre
prêt à accepter toute interference radioélectrique reçu, même si celle-ci est
susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
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Contents
Legal information ........................ 2
Safety information........................ 7
Safety labelling ........................... 8
Mechanical safety ......................... 9
Laser optical safety ........................ 9
Electrical and power safety ................. 10
Battery safety ........................... 10
Fibre optic safety......................... 11
Principles of measurement...............12
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System components..................... 14
XM-60 system kit ........................ 14
System components..................... 15
XM-600 system kit ....................... 15
Laser / Launch ........................ 16
Receiver ............................. 17
Calibration software kit .................. 18
XC-80 environmental compensator .......... 19
Fixturing kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Other accessories for use on CMMs.......... 21
Setting up a test......................... 22
Testing precautions....................... 22
Quick start system set-up using CARTO software 24
Test overview ........................... 25
XM system set-up ........................ 26
XC-80 set-up............................ 28
Basic rules of alignment ................... 29
Alignment overview....................... 30
Visual axis alignment ................... 31
Fine axis alignment .................... 34
Receiver alignment..................... 36
Data capture ............................ 37
Data analysis ........................... 39
Diagnostics and troubleshooting .........40
Laser LED .............................. 40
Receiver LED ........................... 41
Battery charger LED ...................... 42
System troubleshooting ................... 43
Measurement troubleshooting .............. 44
Care and handling .......................45
System ................................ 45
Conduit ................................ 45
Optics ................................. 45
System specifications ...................46
Performance specifications................. 47
Operating and storage environment . . . . . . . . . . 48
Radio communication ..................... 49
PICS connector (XM-600 only) .............. 49
Receiver battery and charger ............... 50
Power supply unit ........................ 51
Weights ................................ 52
Dimensions (laser unit) .................... 52
Dimensions (launch unit) .................. 53
Dimensions (receiver unit) ................. 54
Appendix A .............................55
Replacing the receiver battery .............. 55
Appendix B .............................56
Using the 90 degree bracket................ 56
Appendix C .............................57
Sign detection ........................... 57
Appendix D .............................58
Machine tool fixturing kit good practice guide ... 58
Appendix E .............................63
Example XM system set-ups on CMM ........ 63
Appendix F .............................64
Straightness measurement ................. 64
Angular errors ........................... 65
XM set-up best practice ................... 66
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Safety information
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Ensure that you read and understand the XM system
user guide before using any XM system.
The XM system can be used in a variety of environments and applications. To
ensure the safety of the user and other personnel in the vicinity it is therefore
paramount that a comprehensive risk assessment is carried out for the machine
under test before using the XM system.
This should be carried out by qualified users (requiring machine competency,
applicable technical knowledge and a trained risk assessor) with consideration for
the safety of all personnel. The risks identified must be mitigated prior to using the
product. The risk assessment should pay particular attention to machine, manual
handling, mechanical, laser, electrical, power and fibre optic safety.
Based on current research, the wireless devices used in this product would not
seem to pose a significant health problem for the vast majority of pacemaker
wearers. However, people with pacemakers may want to ensure a minimum
distance of 3 cm between the XM system and the pacemaker.
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Safety labelling
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the XM system. Do not
remove any part of the housing; to do so could expose the user to
high voltages and/or Class 3R laser radiation.
Ensure that you read and understand the XM system user guide
before using any XM system.
COMPLIES WITH FDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR
LASER PRODUCTS EXCEPT FOR DEVIATIONS PURSUANT
TO LASER NOTICE NO.50, DATED JUNE 24, 2007
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Mechanical safety
• When setting up and mounting Renishaw XM and XC-80 systems beware
of pinch and/or crush hazards that may be created e.g. due to magnetic
mounting bases.
• Beware of trip hazards that may be created when using the XM and XC-80
systems, e.g. due to trailing cables.
• Exercise caution if components are to be mounted to moving or rotating
machinery. Beware of cables becoming entangled.
• Exercise extreme caution if XM and XC-80 system components are to be
mounted to machinery that may accelerate rapidly or move at high speed,
which could lead to items colliding or being ejected.
• If it is necessary to operate the machine with the guards or any safety
feature removed or disabled, it is the responsibility of the operator to
ensure that alternative safety measures are taken in line with the machine
manufacturer’s operating instructions or relevant codes of practice.
• If you are using a part program or error correction parameters generated by
the Renishaw software, it is the responsibility of the user to validate these
at low feedrate and be prepared to operate the emergency stop button if
necessary.
• The XM system weighs approximately 24 kg in the case (31 kg with the
machine tool fixturing kit attached). Users should exercise caution and follow
local manual handling guidelines.
Laser optical safety
• In accordance with (IEC) EN60825-1, XM systems are Class 2M lasers and
safety goggles are not required (under normal circumstances the eye will
blink and look away before damage can occur).
• Do not stare directly into the laser beams or view them with optical
equipment such as telescopes, convergent mirrors or binoculars as
permanent retinal damage could occur. Do not direct the beam at other
people or into areas where people unconnected with laser work might be
present. It is safe to view a diffuse-reflected beam during system alignment.
• FDA compliance (USA) – complies with 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except
for deviations pursuant to laser notice no. 50, dated 24 June, 2007.
Rotating the shutter to the closed position (the right hand position on the picture)
ensures no beam is emitted.
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Power connector On/off switch
Electrical and power safety
• The power supply unit must not come into contact with
fluids e.g. coolant on the floor.
• The power supply unit must not be positioned inside the
machine volume.
• The XM system has been qualified for use with the power
supply unit supplied with the system. A specification for this power supply
unit can be found here.
• In the event of damage to the single phase mains cabling section of the
power supply (power lead), all power must be isolated from the equipment
before any other action is taken.
• Never connect the system to devices not intended to be used with the
XM system.
Battery safety
The XM multi-axis calibrator is supplied with rechargeable batteries.
• Once depleted, recharge the battery in the charger provided: do not attempt
to charge the battery by other means.
• For specific battery operating, safety and disposal guidelines, please refer to
the battery manufacturers’ literature.
• Replace the batteries only with the specified type.
• Ensure that all batteries are inserted with the correct polarity.
• Do not store batteries in direct sunlight.
• Do not heat or dispose of batteries in a fire.
• Do not short-circuit or force discharge the batteries.
• Do not disassemble, pierce, deform or apply excessive pressure
to the batteries.
• Do not swallow the batteries.
• Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not get batteries wet.
• If a battery is damaged, exercise caution when handling it.
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Battery safety
Transportation
Please ensure that you comply with international and national battery transport
regulations when transporting batteries or XM system kits.
The XM system uses a lithium ion battery. Lithium batteries are classified as
dangerous goods and strict controls apply on their shipment by air. To reduce the
risk of shipment delays, should you need to return the XM system to Renishaw for
any reason, do not return any batteries.
The operation of wireless appliances on aircraft is forbidden by many airlines
to prevent interference with communications systems. Remove the battery from
the receiver unit when boarding an aircraft to ensure it cannot be switched on
inadvertently.
EU REACH SVHC compliance
Please see the relevant battery manufacturer’s website for further information:
Varta: http://www.varta-microbattery.com/en/news-downloads/downloads.html
Fibre optic safety
The XM system contains fibre optics. In the unlikely event that the flexible steel
conduit is cut or severed, fibre optic splinters may be produced.
Fibre optic splinters can be very small and extremely sharp. Should any fibre
optic splinter become embedded in the skin, medical attention should be sought
immediately.
Should the fibre optic become damaged, the following procedure should be
followed (be aware that the affected area might contain splinters of unattached
fibre optic which can present a hazard):
• immediately power down the XM system,
• wear eye protection and protective gloves when handling damaged or
exposed fibre optics,
• carefully remove the XM system from the machine and package in a suitable
thick-walled cardboard box, clearly marked ‘Caution: exposed fibre optics,
handle with care’ on the outside of the box,
• return the unit to the nearest Renishaw office.
No attempt should be made to repair or dismantle the fibres from the laser unit.
Note: Fibre optic splinters do not show up on X-rays.
The use of this symbol on the batteries, packaging or accompanying documents
indicates that used batteries should not be mixed with general
household waste. Please dispose of the used batteries at a
designated collection point. This will prevent potential negative effects
on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise
from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority
or waste disposal service concerning the separate collection and
disposal of batteries. All lithium and rechargeable batteries must be
fully discharged or protected from short circuiting prior to disposal.
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XM multi-axis calibrator is a laser measurement system capable of measuring six degrees of freedom:
• along a linear axis
• in any orientation
• from a single set-up
The measured errors are:
• Linear positioning of the axis
• Angular rotation in the vertical plane (pitch)
• Angular rotation in the horizontal plane (yaw)
• Straightness deviation in the vertical plane
• Straightness deviation in the horizontal plane
• Roll about the linear axis of travel
Principles of measurement
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The XM system uses three laser beams (1,2 and 3) to measure the linear, pitch
and yaw errors using interferometry. The light emitting diode (LED) beam (4) is
used for straightness and roll measurements.
The basic measurement concept is:
Angular
The three interferometric beams provide a linear measurement
of the separation between launch and receiver. Because the
distance between these beams is known, angular errors of pitch
and yaw can be determined by the system.
Linear
Using the pitch and yaw measurements, the linear error is
determined based on the combination of beams 1, 2 and 3 to
calculate the linear error at the position of beam 4.
The 4th (diode source) beam is used to measure straightness and roll.
Straightness
The vertical and horizontal straightness error is measured using
a position sensor within the receiver and transmitted back to the
laser via wireless communication.
Roll
Roll measurement is performed optically using a roll detector
inside the receiver. Roll measurements are absolute between
the launch and the receiver.
1
2
3
4
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1
Laser / Launch
2
Receiver
3
Calibration software kit
4
Beam shroud
5
90 degree bracket
6
Battery Li-Polymer 3.7 V × 3
7
Battery charger
8
Magnetic base
9
Clamp blocks × 2
10
M8 pillars × 4
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Spirit level
12
Cable clamps × 3
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Beam blocker (for rotary
applications, see XR20-W rotary
axis calibrator manual for details)
3
4
9
8
2
5
10
11
6
12
7
1
System components
XM-60 system kit
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1
Laser / Launch
2
Receiver
3
Calibration software kit
4
Beam shroud
5
90 degree bracket
6
Battery Li-Polymer 3.7 V × 3
7
Battery charger
8
Magnetic base
9
Clamp blocks × 2
10
M8 pillars × 4
11
Spirit level
12
Cable clamps × 3
13
PICS cable
14
Beam blocker (for rotary applications,
see XR20-W rotary axis calibrator
manual for details)
3
4
9
8
2
5
13
10
11
6
12
7
1
System components
XM-600 system kit
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Laser / Launch
The laser contains a Helium-Neon (HeNe) laser tube providing laser beams
to the launch via fibre optics. In addition, the laser contains signal processing
electronics.
The laser beam is split into three in the launch for linear and angular
measurements. It also houses a diode beam source for roll and straightness
measurements.
1
Wireless communication module
2
USB connection port
3
PICS connector (XM-600 only)
4
System status LED
5
Power connector
6
Power on/off switch
7
Laser safety shutter
8
Magnetic mount safety pin
(prevents accidental magnet operation)
9
Magnetic clamp on/off lever
10
Pitch adjuster
11
Yaw adjuster
8
9
10
7
11
1
2
6
4 53
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Receiver
The receiver contains three retro-reflectors for the interferometric laser beams.
It also contains a straightness and roll sensor for the diode beam, data from this
sensor is transmitted to the laser via wireless communication.
The beam shroud is attached by a ‘push-fit’ on to the receiver roll aperture.
1
Beam shroud
2
Roll adjuster
3
Shutter
4
Battery release buttons
5
Power button
6
Receiver/battery status LED
5
2
6
3
1
4
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Calibration software kit
The XM system is supplied with the “Calibration software kit” which comprises:
• CARTO suite
• User guides and documentation for XM, XL-80, XC-80 and XR20-W
The CARTO suite features two applications:
Note: XM-600 supports additional functionality when
used on a CMM which is equipped with Renishaw’s
UCC system. This functionality is accessed using UCC
Assist, which is part of UCC Suite - a software package for the
CMM controller. XM-600 is supported from UCC Suite V5.4.
UCC Assist enables additional features which are unique to
XM-600, and contains support information on how to use XM600 to calibrate a UCC-equipped CMM.
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XC-80 environmental compensator
The XM specified accuracy for interferometric measurements is only valid when
used with a calibrated XC-80 environmental compensator.
Changes in air temperature, pressure and relative humidity affect the wavelength
of the laser light and, therefore, the measurement readings taken.
The XC-80 environmental compensator and its sensors very accurately measure
the environmental conditions and compensate the wavelength of the laser beam
for variations in air temperature, air pressure and relative humidity.
Note: For full details on XC-80 operation and specification please refer to
XC-80 user guide.
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Fixturing kit
An optional fixturing kit is available. It provides the user with more flexible mounting options, particularly when a magnetic surface is available.
Typical applications of the fixturing kit include:
• Overhang the XM launch unit to enable the full travel of an axis to be measured
• Secure the launch unit in the chuck of a lathe or mill-turn machine tool (See Appendix D)
1
450 mm extrusion
350 mm extrusion
250 mm extrusion
200 mm extrusion
150 mm extrusion
2
Extrusion connectors × 8
3
Magnets × 5
4
Extrusion alignment aids × 2
5
Lathe adaptor
6
Steel mounting plate
7
Hex drivers × 3
7
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Other accessories for use on CMMs
Additional accessories are available to allow flexible use of the XM system (see Appendix E). These can be used to:
Pan / Tilt Adaptor
• Elevate the launch unit. This may be
useful when the machine has otherwise
insufficient axis travel to move receiver
to required position.
• Use the XM system when there are no
convenient mounting surfaces that are
parallel or perpendicular to the direction
of machine travel.
• Rapidly change launch unit orientation
between horizontal and vertical.
CMM table plate adaptor
• Provide a base on which to support the launch unit when a convenient
magnetic surface is not available on the machine (compatible with threaded
hardware up to M12).
• Overhang the XM launch unit to enable the full travel of an axis to be
measured.
Steel mounting plate
• Provide a repeatable, magnetic
mounting point for the XM launch unit
and the 90° bracket, such as on the
length bar plate, pan/tilt adaptor or
customer-designed fixturing.
Machine optics mounting kit
• Use the XM system where a
magnetic mounting location for
the receiver is not convenient.
• Assemble lightweight mounting
solutions for the XM receiver.
• Quickly and conveniently mount
the XM receiver onto the quill of
a CMM in place of a Renishaw
head.
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