Acu-rite 558115-16 Dro Linear Scale 16 Inch 0.0002 in

Product Description

The ACU-RITE 558115-16 is a glass DRO linear scale designed for precision measurement in digital readout systems on machine tools and milling equipment. It provides a maximum measuring range of 16 inches with a resolution of 0.0002 inches and a stated accuracy of 0.0002 inches, making it suitable for applications where repeatable, fine-tolerance positioning is required. The unit includes a 13-foot cable for connection to a compatible DRO display. Machinists, toolroom technicians, and machine calibration specialists are the primary installers of this scale.

The 558115-16 is intended for use in industrial and shop-floor environments where a digital readout retrofit or replacement scale is needed. Typical installations include knee mills, surface grinders, lathes, and similar machine tools that require accurate axis position feedback. The glass scale construction is well suited to applications demanding stable, low-thermal-drift measurement over the full 16-inch travel range.

Key Features

• Maximum measuring range of 16 inches for axis position feedback
• Resolution of 0.0002 inches for fine-tolerance positioning
• Glass scale construction for thermal stability and accuracy
• Stated accuracy of 0.0002 inches
• Includes 13-foot cable for DRO display connection

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or retrofit linear scale for digital readout systems requiring a 16-inch travel glass encoder scale.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a machinist or qualified machine tool technician. Power down and de-energize the DRO system and associated machine tool before mounting or wiring the scale. Secure the scale body and read head to the machine axis according to the DRO manufacturer alignment specifications to ensure accurate signal output. Avoid forcing or bending the cable during routing, and ensure the read head clearance gap is set per the manufacturer guidelines before applying power.