Manual Part # 800-1405-001, Rev A
Page 6 of 20
About ProScale Model 18W
ProScale Model 18W is a Limited Edition 20
th
Anniversary Model sold
exclusively on
www.proscale.com
and at Industry Trade shows where
Accurate Technology exhibits.
ProScale Model 18W systems consist of a
SCALE
,
an
ENCODER
and a
DIGITAL
READOUT
(or DRO).
Scale
The scale consists of a series of conductive patterns bonded to an aluminum
extrusion. The Model 18W Scale is .765 inches wide and comes in
measuring lengths up to 8 inches long.
All Scales are approximately 4 inches longer in their physical length than
their measuring range.
Encoder
The ProScale encoder contains electronic circuitry that transmits and
receives signals to and from the scale using a patented technology called
inductive coupling. This data is then sent to the digital readout where it can
be displayed in millimeters, inches, or fractions.
Multiple encoders, each connected to a digital readout, may be used on the
same scale simultaneously.
Model 18W encoders have blue housings
with a 120 inch shielded cable exiting
from one corner. The encoder orientation
on the scale may be reversed to reverse
the
direction
of
the
measurement
readings, or they may be reversed
through programming in the digital
readout.
Digital Readout
ProScale Model 18W uses a special edition white ProScale Digital Readout.
Refer to
S
ECTION
3
of this manual for information about programming,
installation and operation of this readout.
DigiScale Model 18W