Measurement accessories

Long range linear optics kit

These optics enable linear measurements to be taken for axis lengths beyond 40 m.

The kit includes a large retroreflector and target (to enable easier alignment at long range) and a periscope assembly which 'captures' the return beam and redirects it into the laser shutter.

Part number: A-8003-4270

Small linear optics kit

The small linear optics kit allows your Renishaw laser system to be used in applications where a small and light measurement retroreflector is desirable, minimising its effect on a machine's dynamic performance and providing greater flexibility in mounting options.

The kit includes a small, lightweight retroreflector (10% of standard unit) and a separate beam reducer optic which reduces the diameter of, and the separation between, the outward and return laser beams. Maximum range 4 m.

Part number: A-8003-3244

Swivel mirror

Allows adjustment to be made along machine diagonals, or on inclined axes. The swivel mirror can be used as an alignment aid for ANSI B5.54 diagonal measurement and is also useful when measuring slant-bed lathes.

Part number: A-8003-1304

Optics mounting kit

The optics mounting kit is for use with all Renishaw measurement optics. The kit is used to mount the measurement optics to the machine under test. Additional items can be supplied on request.

Part number: A-8003-0447

Universal straightness shutter

A special shutter assembly to rotate the return port in the shutter by 90°. When used with straightness optics this allows for straightness measurement in the vertical axis.

Part number: A-8003-4209

Large retroreflector

Used as a retroreflector for straightness and squareness measurements involving the vertical axis of the machine.

Part number: A-8003-0604

Fixed turning mirror (90°)

This mirror is used primarily when there is restricted access to the required axis of measurement, allowing the laser beam to be re-directed.

Part number: A-8003-1325

Vertical turning mirror

Can be used as an alternative to the laser beam steerer and fixed turning mirror, with the large retroreflector, during straightness and squareness measurements involving the vertical axis of the machine.

Part number: A-8003-0560

Quarter wave plate

The quarter wave plate converts laser light from linear to circularly polarised light. It allows the retroreflector optic to be replaced with a plane mirror for linear measurements.

The application requires a highly reflective surface. Mirrored surfaces are available on request.

Part number: A-8003-1998

XL magnetic base adaptor

Allows the tripod stage to be mounted to a magnetic base, or any other fixturing which accepts on M8 thread.

The linear diagonal measurement kit provides a convenient way to perform laser diagonal tests with an XL-80 laser interferometer system. The kit is designed for quick and easy set-up, with purpose-built fixturing that's magnetically mounted to the machine bed to hold the XL-80 and optical accessories. A beam steerer and swivel mirror enable flexible laser alignment to machine diagonals.

XCal-View analysis software offers convenient data analysis for laser diagonal tests, in accordance with ISO 230-6 and B5.54 standards. The application can take the data from laser diagonal tests and provide a report that shows the key errors and gives a graphical display of the results.