Kitagawa Digital Grip Force App

Easily measure static and dynamic workholding grip forces and plot charts showing the loss of grip force at any RPM. Discover the maximum RPM for a given workholding device and pressure, and obtain accurate grip force which is critical to an effective process. Automatically modify part programs to bring spindle speed commands within limits.

Description

Improper gripping force and parts slipping in the chuck reduces cycle times, productivity and profits and causes safety issues. The Digital Grip Force Analyzer software and kit allows users to easily, accurately, and quickly measure and analyze the grip force performance of their CNC lathes and turning centers. The software can be run directly on an Okuma OSP-P series control, or via a desktop PC, laptop, or tablet. If gripping force issues exist, users can take proactive and corrective measures to identify and solve these problems. Every machine shop can benefit from this indispensable tool and should have at least one or two Kitagawa’s Digital Grip Force Analyzer software kits available for everyday testing, monitoring and troubleshooting.

Details

Updated: 04/02/2018
Available Versions: OSP v1.2.0, Drivers Package, Desktop v1.2.0
Size: OSP: 57,707 KB | Desktop: 62,124 KB
Functionality: Measurement/ Gauging

Compatibility:

OSP Version

Operating Systems: Windows XP or later
API Versions: 1.12.1 and later
.NET Versions: .NET Framework Version 4.0 Full or later (included)
OSP Control Types (R type supported): Lathe, NC-Master Lathe, PC NC-Master Lathe
Machine Types: Lathe, NC-Master Lathe, PC NC-Master Lathe
Required License Features: None
Other: Requires the purchase of hardware
Kitagawa Digital Bluetooth Grip Force Meter with Dongle

Desktop Version

Operating Systems: Windows XP or later
.NET Versions: .NET Framework Version 4.0 Full or later (included)
Other: Requires the purchase of hardware
Kitagawa Digital Bluetooth Grip Force Meter with Dongle

About The Developer

Kevin Bennett
Company: Kitagawa-Northtech
Phone: 800.222.4138
Email: info@kitagawa.com

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