Mount the display arm away from direct paths of flying chips and heavy coolant splash. Ensure the ground wire on the back of the chassis is connected directly to the machine frame to prevent electrical noise from causing display jumps. 2. Scale Connections
: If the readout doesn't match a physical measurement, check the Scale Type setting. Users on Practical Machinist suggest a specific sequence (pressing "8" ten times) to enter the diagnostic menu for scale comparison.
Configurable to read 0.005mm (5 micron) or 0.01mm (10 micron) linear glass scales. Measurement Modes: Inch and Metric (millimeter) toggleable.
: Instantly converts the displayed values between imperial and metric systems without losing your position.
Anilam Mini Wizard A163 is a compact digital readout (DRO) console designed for machine tools such as milling machines, lathes, and grinders. It provides real-time position feedback by processing signals from linear glass scales or encoders. Control System Labs Core Manual & Operations
Touch off on the left side of your workpiece and zero the axis.
Press the Clear key to reset. Check scale cable connections. Scale misalignment or physical slip.
Anilam as an independent entity closed its doors after being acquired by Heidenhain. Consequently, official factory support for the Mini Wizard series has been discontinued. However, the machining community has archived documentation thoroughly.
In the world of precision measurement and digital readouts (DROs), few names carry the legacy of reliability and innovation quite like . For decades, Anilam has been a cornerstone in machine shops, tool rooms, and manufacturing floors, providing operators with the tools needed to achieve sub-millimeter accuracy on manual mills, lathes, and grinders.
Because the A163 is an older electronic device, it may occasionally require attention.
: Changes the value polarity (positive or negative).
To set a reference point, move the machine to the desired position and press the corresponding axis button (X or Y), followed by the Set key (or a dedicated Zero button depending on the specific faceplate revision).