How Do You Perform A Turret Alignment On Mori Seiki SL-25 CNC Turning Center?
This article outlines a simple rotational alignment of the machine turret after an impact (crash). After a crash, several items should be checked and noted. These are: 1. Headstock alignment (parallelism of the spindle centerline with the Z axis). This is done either with a test bar mounted to the spindle or more typically by cutting a part and checking the part for taper. If correction is necessary, align the headstock before performing the turret alignment. We prefer to use a part at least 1 inch in diameter (to avoid excessive part deflection) and at least 5 inches in length. 2. Rotational alignment of the turret. This can be done using one of two methods: a) Parallelism of a turning tool pocket to the X axis movement. b)Centering the bore of a boring bar holder to the spindle rotational center in the X axis plane and looking for deviation in the Y axis plane. Mount an indicator to the chuck and rotate the chuck with the indicator stylus inside the boring bar holder. Be sure to note
