This section describes in detail the method for aligning a vise or other work holder with the machine axis. Establishing work coordinate systems by setting the work offsets is described for straight edges, and the centers of round features.

30.01 Indicator Setup

At the end of this unit the student will be able to demonstrate methods to set the indicator and obtain a consistent, easy to interpret reading.

30.02 Vise Alignment

At the end of this unit the student will be able to quickly and accurately align a solid vise jaw, or any straight fixture surface, to a machine axis within .001 inch.

30.03 Offsets

At the end of this unit the student will be able to access the work offset tables, and explain the several available work offsets and their associated work coordinate systems.

30.04 Edge Pickup

At the end of this unit student will be able to accurately establish work offsets relative to straight edges, specifically establishing an origin on the corner of a part within .001 inch.

30.05 Hole Pickup

At the end of this unit the student will be able to establish a work coordinate system origin at the center of a hole using two methods.