If you work with a CNC Router such as one of our Easy Route CNC Routers, you will need to know everything there is to know about Tool Pre-setters, just a small part of the accessories which you can buy for your CNC Router from BUYTHIS.CO.ZA. A Tool Pre-setter, lets’ you set the Z Axix to zero on the bed of the CNC Router, if you have changed the bed or the material that you are cutting. In the video below we take you through the three kinds of Tool Pre-setters for sale from AM.CO.ZA. These are the Wired, Wireless and DIY models. We show you how to install and use these Tool Pre-setters in this video guide on YouTube:
First up, we have the NC Model – Wired Pre-setter. This is wired straight to the motherboard and is used to measure the height of the Z axis. This is the most accurate of the Tool Pre-setters that we sell and is accurate up to 0.01mm.
Then we have the W Model – Wireless Pre-setter. This tool Pre-setter has a connection that is set on the motherboard, and will wireless pick up the Pre-setter. It does need batteries, so must be changed when needed. It is accurate up to 0.001mm.
Then lastly we have the DIY model – Tool Pre-setter. This Tool Pre-setter comes default in the machine. The only disadvantage is that it is copper and different tools may damage the surface, but don’t worry, this will take a while! It is accurate up to 0.1mm.
So how do you use a Tool Pre-setter? For all our Tool Pre-setters, all you need to do is set the device in the middle of the material. It is preferable that you move the Tool Pre-setter manually to about 10mm, to ensure that you are on top of the calibration tool. Then you are set to press shift and calibrate. The tool will slowly move down until it touches the Tool Pre-setter, and this is how the system knows where and how far above it is from the material.
So how do you install the Tool Pre-setter? With the DIY, you simply plug it in. With the wired and wireless options, you need to connect the cables to the motherboard and set parameters and other settings. Watch the below video to see how this is done:
You will be happy to know that the DIY Tool Pre-setter comes with any of our new CNC Routers but we have the wired and wireless in stock! Please visit Buythis.co.za to view our products or contact sales @ 011 397 1429 / 021 555 3250 / 060 600 6000 / 072 222 2211.