Posted to News on 5th Jun 2025, 10:00
Snapshot of machine performance now possible with new smartphone app
Renishaw is launching its new CARTO Ballbar Connect app for the QC20 ballbar. The use of mobile technology - smartphones and tablets - and their associated apps have become firmly established as part of everyday life. Recognising how they can also assist in a multitude of working environments; Renishaw has developed a smartphone app for users of its QC20 ballbar.
The new app will provide a simplified user experience for machine operators to complete a valuable machine performance check with minimal training. Dave Wall, Director and General Manager - Laser Calibration Products Division explained, "We are excited about the release of the CARTO Ballbar Connect app which opens up the use of QC20 ballbar to a wider range of users who can now access the benefits from regular ballbar testing."
On-machine macros
The CARTO Ballbar Connect app uses a macro-based program, offering maximum simplicity to customise a setting code to configure and run a ballbar test, whilst removing the requirement to edit and transfer machine part programs. The CARTO Ballbar Connect app allows a user to easily set-up and capture data from the QC20 ballbar in one test sequence. Machine results are provided as a single quantitative, visual indication of the machine's volumetric positioning performance using the app's 3D Check test sequence.
Testing with the Renishaw QC20 ballbar system provides a simple, rapid check of a CNC machine tool's positioning performance. The QC20 ballbar is widely recognised as a leading preventative maintenance tool for new and installed machines around the world.
CARTO Ballbar Connect is currently available for iOS and FANUC controls.
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