Description of π Fowler 54-575-625-0 Electronic Warranted Finder
Edge finder lights instantly when stylus touches work edge. Six equally spaced light ports provide visibility at any angle. Made in the USA. Read off any electrically conductive metal.
The first one ordered worked 1 time, probably 30 minutes while getting familiar with the device. Then he froze. The second seemed DOA. But. I've tried a few things and it turns out that the mount I'm using isn't conductive. I placed a piece of scrap aluminum between the milling machine table and the workpiece. And voila! It works out. So review correction: 1 star to 4 stars, no refund. Still -1 star because I can't be the first to encounter this issue and I'm wondering if there have been otherβ¦
Good tool with great precision when it works. As others have said, the tool may not always work when used. It looks like the design of the battery cover is such that moving the tool can cause the batteries to become disconnected. This is already apparent after a short period of use when installing and removing the tool from the machine. What worked a few seconds ago when touching the other edge suddenly stopped working. This problem can cause damage to the tool or part when it is moved to touch
Fowler Probe brought our old Fadal VMC as close as possible to our new HAAS VF-4ss with Renishaw Probe. New to the Fowler brand but after 2 weeks I am happy with the purchase. The price compared to the working time has definitely paid off. Easy installation with collet holder. It is very accurate to make and ignite the ground every time. Tolerance definitely corresponds to the declared. The only thing I will say is that you absolutely must test it at full power for it to light up. Simplyβ¦