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STP 500 – Schneider Tool Presetter
Precision, networking and intuitive operation.
The Schneider Tool Presetter STP 500 is used to measure and preset the cutting tools on the machine or production island. In addition to the flexible CNC machine connection and access to catalogue data from tool manufacturers, the advantages of the STP 500 also include automatic tool identification by the RFID write/read head or DPM code scanner and the intelligent tool database.
Thanks to the TDB tool database, the process from the first time the cutting tool is used through to its wear-related decommissioning is clearly structured, documented, and made available to a suitable replacement tool at the end. The different option packages allow tool presetting fixture STP 500 to be optimally adapted to its environment and your requirements, including with a view towards the use of Industry 4.0 in a smart factory. The main features include the unique tool ID, automatic storage of measurement data, convenient retrieval of (additional) data, and the data interface for CAM systems.
The write/read head is used to write the tool data on to the RFID chip of the tool holder clamped into the STP 500 and can then be read out automatically at the processing machine. The RFID system BIS-M (13.56 MHz) supports global ISO standards and also scores highly for its high transfer speed of large data volumes. The low-frequency RFID systems BIS-C (70/455 kHz) on the other hand stand out for being particularly efficient and flexible at reliably identifying tools in processing centres with high levels of coolant and lubricant. The tool in both systems is identified via a RFID chip integrated in the tool holder. The tool data is read out and the corresponding tool is found and opened in the tool database. Alternatively, the tool can also be identified via a label with a printed QR code (EasyTool-QR) or via a data matrix code integrated in the tool holder. The tool-related data is then transferred directly to the tool machine via the database or by using a code scanner.
Easy Tool-ID also provides an innovative extension for transferring data to the tool machine and is also a cost-effective, entry-level solution for tool management processes. Simple installation and configuration ensure that every tool machine can be connected via a USB interface. The data is written on to the tool by the presetting device using RFID technology and is then transferred to the tool machine by the Easy Tool-ID system. Manual entry in the machine control system is no longer necessary thus minimizing the risk of making an incorrect entry. Setup times are also reduced significantly.
Highlights of the STP 500 include its user-friendly design with intuitively operated measurement software, clearly structured interfaces and important functions that are easily and directly accessible via self-explanatory symbols. Other highlights include the ergonomic design, touchscreen monitor, CMOS colour camera, one-hand operation with electromagnetic quick adjustment, a robust design including a base plate made of high-strength cast aluminium and continuous fine adjustment of the X- and Z-axis. The scope of supply of the STP 500 consists of the basic device with HSK63 spindle, including calibration unit on the basic frame, cutting edge cleaner and touchpen.
