Setting the Pivot Point on a Five Axis Spindle

This procedure is for setting the Z axis pivot point of a spindle on a 5-axis machine. You will use a version of the following formula (step 7)-

Input of 19711=Radius of Test Bar + Z height difference

Required tools-

1. Test (Tram) Bar (IMG 1)

2. Calipers for measuring diameter of test bar(IMG 2)

3. Dial indicator and magnetic base (IMG 3)