Renishaw has introduced a new mobile application — CARTO Ballbar Connect — designed to enhance the usability of its widely used QC20 ballbar system. The move embraces mobile technology to simplify CNC machine performance checks for operators with minimal training.
With smartphones and tablets now essential tools across various industries, Renishaw is leveraging this trend to improve machine diagnostics in the field. The new app enables users to conduct rapid and reliable tests directly from mobile devices, without needing complex setup or programming skills.
Simplifying CNC Maintenance
Dave Wall, Director and General Manager of Renishaw’s Laser Calibration Products Division, emphasized the app’s accessibility:
“We are excited about the release of the CARTO Ballbar Connect app, which opens up the use of QC20 ballbar to a wider range of users who can now access the benefits from regular ballbar testing.”
The CARTO Ballbar Connect app utilizes a macro-based approach, eliminating the need for manual editing or transferring of part programs. Operators can customize test parameters, run diagnostics, and capture results — all within a streamlined, mobile-friendly interface.
3D Check Test: Fast Volumetric Analysis
At the core of the app is its 3D Check test sequence, which provides a clear, quantitative visual of a machine’s volumetric positioning accuracy. This diagnostic function helps operators assess and maintain CNC machine tool performance effectively.
Renishaw’s QC20 ballbar system has long been a trusted solution for preventative maintenance on CNC equipment, and the new app extends that value by making regular testing faster, easier, and more accessible across the manufacturing floor.
The release of CARTO Ballbar Connect marks another step in Renishaw’s commitment to innovation and digital transformation in precision engineering.
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