Machine measures micro tools down to 0.004 in. dia.

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Featuring 4 fixed CCD cameras, 4 CNC axes, and granite base to dampen vibrations, HELICHECK PLUS automatically measures virtually all geometries on tools down to 0.004 in. in diameter with repeatability of ±0.7 microns. Machine includes second backlight camera that provides 400x magnification for micro tools, but can also measure standard size tools and grinding wheels up to 8 in. in diameter.



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New Walter Machine Measures Micro Tools Down to 0.004 Inches in Diameter



U.S. debut at IMTS 2006

WALTER's new HELICHECK PLUS automatically measures virtually all geometries on tools down to 0.0004 (0.1 mm) in diameter. Like its cousin the HELICHECK PRO, the PLUS features four fixed CCD cameras, four CNC axes, and a massive granite base to dampen vibrations. But the PLUS boasts a second backlight camera with 400x magnification, making it the PLUS for micro tools. Repeatability is an astonishing +/- 0.7 microns (0.000,030 in.). To measure all micro tool features, the top-light and front light cameras are also available with 400x magnification. Yet the PLUS can also measure standard size tools and grinding wheels up to 8 inches (200 mm) in diameter. The machine makes its U.S. debut at IMTS, in the United Grinding booth, B-6700, in the North Building.

Walter Grinders is the North American arm of Walter Maschinenbau and EWAG, the world leaders in tool grinding technology. The Walter Grinders product line includes the WALTER Helitronic line of universal CNC tool grinders, WALTER Helicheck and Heli Toolcheck automatic non-contact measurement machines, WALTER Woodtronic CNC circular saw grinders, and EWAG CNC and manual tool grinders. Walter Grinders joined United Grinding in September, 2004. Visit WALTER at www.grinding.com.

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