Measurement & Compensation
Probing, tool setting, calibration, and compensation.
Backlash Compensation
Compensation for error caused by transmission backlash.
Calibration
Adjustment to keep measurement or equipment accurate.
Caliper
Common length measuring tool.
Characterization
Process of establishing measurement references or parameters.
Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
High-precision spatial measuring equipment (CMM).
Datum Measurement
Dimensional measurement based on datums.
Dial Indicator
Pointer-type displacement measuring instrument.
Gauge Block
Standard length reference block.
Height Gauge
Instrument for height measurement and layout marking.
Laser Tool Setter
Device that measures tools using a laser.
Measurement Coordinate Alignment
Aligns measurement coordinates with machining coordinates.
Measurement Uncertainty
Evaluation of the confidence range of measurement results.
Measuring Instrument
General term for various measuring instruments.
Micrometer
High-precision length measuring tool.
Off-Machine Measurement
Measurement performed outside the machine.
On-Machine Measurement
Measurement performed on the machine tool.
Pitch Error Compensation
Compensation for leadscrew pitch error.
Position Compensation
Compensation used to correct positioning error.
Repeatability
Accuracy of repeatedly returning to the same position.
Thermal Error Compensation
Compensation for errors caused by temperature rise.
Tool Diameter Measurement
Measurement of tool diameter for compensation.
Tool Length Measurement
Measurement of tool length for compensation.
Tool Presetting
Pre-measuring and setting tools outside the machine.
Tool Setter
Device used to measure tool length or diameter.
Tool Setting
Process of establishing tool offset relative to workpiece zero.
Tool Setting Block
Reference block used for manual tool setting.
Tool Wear Compensation
Corrects deviation caused by tool wear.
Touch Trigger Probe
Probe that triggers a signal on contact.
Workpiece Alignment
Adjusting the workpiece to align with datums.
Workpiece Probe
Probe for on-machine workpiece measurement.