DNC168 Non-Contact Laser Tool Setter for CNC Machines

DNC168 non-contact laser tool setter measures CNC tools from Ø0.1 to 160 mm. It features <1 μm (2σ) repeatability, a 680 nm laser, IP68 sealing, 24 V DC power, 8 m shielded cable and adjustable beam alignment.

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DNC168 is a non-contact laser tool setter designed for automatic cutting-tool measurement on CNC machining centers. Its opposing optical heads create a laser measuring zone that detects a tool without requiring contact with a sensing pad. When connected to compatible CNC software, the system supports programmed tool length and diameter measurement, tool presence checks and broken-tool detection.

With a specified tool diameter measurement range of Ø0.1–160 mm, the DNC168 is the largest-capacity model in Qidu’s DNC56, DNC86 and DNC168 series. Published repeatability is below 1 μm (2σ), which describes performance under defined test conditions rather than absolute measurement accuracy.

The DNC168 uses a 680 nm laser with output power below 1 mW. Installation provisions include adjustable beam alignment, a 6 mm pneumatic supply connection and an 8 m oil-resistant, shielded eight-core cable. Its aluminum housing is rated IP68, and the stated power supply is 24 V DC. Qidu offers guidance on controller integration, measurement macros, installation and commissioning.

Model

DNC168

Product Type

Non-Contact Laser Tool Setter

Tool Diameter Measurement Range

Ø0.1–160 mm

Repeatability (2σ)

Below 1 μm

Laser Wavelength

680 nm

Laser Output Power

Below 1 mW

Laser Beam Alignment

Mounting Base Adjustment

Supply Voltage

24 V DC

Specified Supply Current

100 mA

Power Protection

Recoverable Protection

Output Signal Maximum Current

100 mA

Output Signal Maximum Voltage

36 V

Signal Transmission

Wired

Signal Cable

8 m, Oil-Resistant, Shielded, 8-Core

Pneumatic Tube Diameter

6 mm

Pneumatic Supply Pressure

43–87 psi

Specified Cycle Life

More Than 1 Million Cycles

Sealing Rating

IP68

Body Material

Aerospace-Grade Aluminum

Storage Temperature

−10°C to +70°C

Operating Temperature

+5°C to +50°C

SpecificationDNC56DNC86DNC168
Tool Diameter RangeØ0.06–50 mmØ0.06–80 mmØ0.1–160 mm
Repeatability (2σ)Below 1 μmBelow 1 μmBelow 1 μm
Laser Wavelength680 nm680 nm680 nm
Laser PowerBelow 1 mWBelow 1 mWBelow 1 mW
Supply Voltage24 V DC24 V DC24 V DC
Signal Cable8 m, Shielded8 m, Shielded8 m, Shielded
Pneumatic Pressurev43–87 psi43–87 psi43–87 psi
Sealing RatingIP68IP68IP68