Sistemska programska oprema za QC10

The QC10 ballbar may collect the data but it is the system software that analyses the data and presents the operator with clear diagnostics and reports.

Powerful analysis not only produces reports to international standards, but also produces automatic diagnosis and ranking of a wide range of machine positioning error sources.

QC10 is compatible with Ballbar 5 (QC10 system only) and Ballbar 20 (QC10 and QC20-W systems) software.

Ballbar 5 software

Ballbar 5 enables you to set up and run ballbar tests, either as a "one off" or using a customer defined test template. Captured data can be displayed as analysis reports in a variety of international standards eg ISO 230-4, ANSI B5.54 and B5.57 as well as a comprehensive Renishaw analysis format. In addition to the graphical trace display, Ballbar 5 software ranks each diagnosed error according to its impact on overall machine accuracy which is clearly stated along with a value for positional tolerance.

Ballbar 5 is simple to use - You only use the features you need, with 3 different operation modes:

Quick Check - Use for one-off testing of machines with different set-ups.

Operator - Use for regular comparative testing of a machine's condition. Pre-defined test templates speed up the machine check and ensure consistency of set-up.

Advanced - Full access to set-up, edit and organise machine data

Key features of Ballbar 5 software

Comprehensive file administration.

Set up folders for machine location, machine type etc. so that test data is easily located.

Machine performance history

Using a customer defined test template to allow 'like for like' you can now clearly see how many of the machine performance characteristics measured by the ballbar (e.g. ISO 230-4 circular and radial deviations, positional tolerance, squareness, backlash etc) have varied over a period of time. In short, it compiles a complete ballbar 'medical record' for the machine!

The plots make trends clearly visible, allowing maintenance requirements to be scheduled in advance, whilst plot discontinuities help fault diagnosis after a machine crash.

You can also set warning and failure tolerances on any of the machine's characteristics measured by the QC10 ballbar. Once set, these tolerances are displayed on the history graphs and are also used to instantly check the results of every ballbar test as it is carried out.

Comprehensive electronic help files

This includes search and index facilities. 'Hotlinks' in the analysis reports take you to the relevant section of the help manual, which details causes for each type of machine error and offers advice on how best to fix them.

The QC10 ballbar and help file often gives you all the information you need to assess the problem on the spot. This can eliminate the need to call out your maintenance staff or service the machine unnecessarily. If they do need to be called, you have all the information to pinpoint the problem and minimise downtime.

'Part program generator'  

This enables you to quickly and automatically generate ballbar test CNC part programs. Just set up the test and then select a machine controller type (several defaults supplied with the software but these can be added to and customised). With a single click you can then generate a programme for further editing if required and downloading for transfer to the CNC. Generated programmes can be stored in the software for future use.

Ballbar plot simulator

Predicts the effect of maintenance and adjustment on a machine's performance.

Allows the user to see the test results recreated on screen, and then has the facility to change various machine geometry, play and dynamic parameters, to try 'what if' scenarios on the ballbar plot and on circularity and positional tolerance values. As this is done on a separate simulator there is no chance of corrupting the original test data.

Multi lingual support

Ballbar 5 HPS allows multi-language report generation independently of operating language (choose from the supported languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Czech, Korean, Chinese and Russian). Please check for latest language options.

Software versions and upgrades

Two packages are available depending on your PC operating system.

Ballbar 5 HPS V5.08.05

This is the current software as shipped with all QC10 ballbar kits. Choose this software if you are operating Windows® XP (SP2 or higher) or Windows® Vista (including 64 bit).

Ballbar 5 HPS V5.08.05 works in conjunction with Microsoft.NET software (V3.5 or higher). If this is not already installed on the target PC it will automatically be installed; please note this may take an additional 15 minutes. BB5 V5.08 is a much more robust product and we strongly recommend the use of V5.08 over V5.07 wherever possible.

Ballbar 5 HPS V5.07.07

Choose this software if you are operating Windows® 98, ME or 2000 operating systems. This release included updates to allow for operation with Internet Explorer 7 (and higher) and numerous Windows® security updates introduced with release of I.E.7.

Please note that V5.07.07 is an obsolete product and we cannot therefore offer technical support for this product.

Upgrading

Renishaw has a policy of regularly updating its software to fix bugs, add functionality, extend language support, reflect changes in standards and respond to changes in Microsoft software.

If you are not using the latest software you could be missing out on many of the features detailed on this page. Since using Renishaw ballbar is about quick and simple diagnosis we want as many customers as possible to benefit from this upgraded software.

For a LIMITED PERIOD ONLY Renishaw is making the upgrades above available FREE OF CHARGE.  Please select the most suitable package and then either download from this website or contact your local Renishaw office for a CD, whichever suits you best.

PC minimum requirements (current software)

Ballbar 20 software

Ballbar 20 software has been developed for use with the QC20-W wireless ballbar system. It is however designed to be compatible with existing QC10 ballbars. This enables you to either upgrade to Ballbar 20 to take advantage of its numerous additional features and to be able to run a single software programme even if you use both QC10 and QC20-W ballbars.

Ballbar 20 software is available at a reduced price as an upgrade for existing Ballbar 5 software users.

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Software upgrades

Using the latest software gives you the latest reports, analysis and many additional features. Software upgrades are now available for a limited period FREE OF CHARGE.

Ballbar 5 HPS V5.08.05 (50MB)

Ballbar 5 HPS V5.07.07 (43MB)

Please see guidance notes below before downloading.

Useful links

Why use a ballbar?

QC20-W testing

QC20-W accessories