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Displays and records acceleration data
in real-time during machining
Free choice of installation location
in real-time during machining
Free choice of installation location
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Basic Specifications
Application Examples
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Stationary Wireless Acceleration Sensor b-lex
Measures acceleration in real-time
Can be used for a wide range of applications such as selecting optimal machining conditions and machine anomaly detection
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Amplifier, A/D converter,
controller, and wireless transceiver
built into the main unit
controller, and wireless transceiver
built into the main unit
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Intuitive
display and recording software
display and recording software
This device is capable of monitoring all types of vibrations in real-time.
With a compact size of 25×25×25 [mm], it can be installed anywhere and measures vibration at any desired location.
Since it has a waterproof function, it can be used in environments affected by coolant or water.
A wireless transceiver is built into the main unit, making it easy to use.
Realizing the “visualization” of acceleration phenomena,
it supports optimal machining condition selection and trouble analysis.
Acceleration Measurement Method
Basic SpecificationsSpecification
Common
| Power Supply Method | Battery or Wired Power Supply |
|---|---|
| Mounting Method | Magnet or Bolt Fastening |
| Sampling Rate | MAX 200Hz |
| Size |
25×25×25【mm】 |
Sensor Unit
| Acceleration | Detection Direction | Orthogonal 3-axis direction (X, Y, Z) |
|---|---|---|
| Calculation Method |
RMS (Root Mean Square) |
MULTI INTELLIGENCE® b-lex
Case StudiesCase
Case 1: 5-Axis Machining, Impeller Finishing
MULTI INTELLIGENCEⓇ b-lex installed in the middle section of the impeller.
It visualized chatter and overload during blade machining.
This visualization allowed for early detection of areas needing correction and
made it possible to consider machining path corrections based on acceleration and spindle load data.
*Spindle load can be acquired with Advanced Control®.
What is Advanced Control®?
It is a machine tool CNC control system that utilizes various sensing data acquired by our devices and data from the machine tool itself.
We used b-lex to investigate the change in acceleration accompanying the progression of tool wear.
The tool used was a carbide insert, and the workpiece material was S55C.
It can be seen that there is a correlation between acceleration and cutting resistance.
Finally, a defect occurred at the cutting edge, and it was found that the acceleration and cutting resistance sharply increased at that time.
Since a correlation between acceleration by b-lex and cutting resistance was observed, changes in load during machining could also be evaluated by acceleration.
This enables anomaly detection and tool life prediction during machining.
『Pressing, Friction Stir Welding (FSW), 3D Printers』
Rental ServiceRental
We solve these kinds of problems
I want to know better conditions
than the current machining conditions
I want to know the machinability of new tools
I want to know the machinability of new materials
I want to know the performance of new cutting fluids
MULTI INTELLIGENCE® Stationary Wireless Acceleration Sensor b-lex is also available for rent.
If you are wondering what it can do, please check the performance of MULTI INTELLIGENCE® through our rental service.
- ● The items for rent are those shown in the photo below. *Please prepare your own PC.
- ● Available for rent starting from 1 month.
- ● MULTI INTELLIGENCE® Stationary Wireless Acceleration Sensor b-lex can also be utilized for outsourced testing.
Rental Equipment
- b-lex main unit
- Transceiver
- Software Dongle Key (USB)
- Battery Box
- Battery
- Charger
- Various Cables
*Please prepare your own PC
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
We have compiled frequently asked questions from everyone.
We welcome questions other than those listed below, so please feel free to contact us.
- What can it do? Are there any specific examples?
- Real-time monitoring of acceleration during machining is possible.
It is effective for tool life determination, anomaly detection, and optimization of cutting conditions.
- Who should I contact if it breaks down? Is there a charge?
- Please contact a Yamamoto Metal sales representative. If you have an annual maintenance contract, repairs will generally be performed free of charge.
However, please note that damage caused by modification by your company or use that is different from the intended purpose is not covered under warranty.
Thermocouple breakage is treated as a consumable item each time.
- How is the setup done? Is it easy?
- It’s easy. It is fixed to the desired location with a magnet or bolts.
- Can we prepare the monitoring PC ourselves?
- Basically, the customer is asked to prepare it. We can provide one upon request.
- How long does the battery last on a single charge? And how much charging time is required?
- It depends on the sampling rate, but continuous operation of 20 hours or more is possible at approximately 70Hz.
Continuous operation of about 40 hours is possible if adjusted to approximately 10Hz.
The time required to fully charge from a depleted battery is about 2 hours.
- What is the waterproof rating?
- It is equivalent to IP67. There is no problem with normal coolant use.
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ASM
(Cutting version)
Simultaneous Heat and Vibration Measurement Type
This device enables real-time monitoring of tool temperature and vibration during cutting. Temperature measurement while applying coolant is also possible (inner-through possible). Vibration measurement is possible simply by holding the tool.
i-flash
(Cutting version)
Cutting Vibration Measurement Type
High-speed sampling of acceleration data enables frequency analysis. (Sampling rate 44.1kHz)
Reads the true waveform through high-speed data collection and supports the selection of optimal machining conditions.
i-stir
(FSW version)
Simultaneous Heat and Force Measurement Type
This device is capable of real-time monitoring of tool temperature and force during Friction Stir Welding (FSW).
For example, we can meet
these kinds of requests.Request Order
- I want to “visualize” the phenomena during machining
- I want to measure the temperature of the tool tip while applying coolant
- I want to find machining conditions that can suppress chatter
- I want to find the cause of machining failure
- I want to detect internal material defects and prevent machining troubles
Flow from Order to RequestFlow
- We accept consultations by phone and email
- First, please feel free to contact us by phone or email.
We will respond quickly.
step
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- We will conduct a hearing and ask about your requests
- We will hold a meeting through a visit or a web conferencing system.
It is also possible to observe in advance what kind of monitoring device MULTI INTELLIGENCE® is.
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- Machinability Evaluation Test Service is also available
- You can also request an evaluation utilizing MULTI INTELLIGENCE® through the Machinability Evaluation Test Service.
We support the selection of optimal machining conditions through the “visualization” of machining phenomena.
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- (Cutting version) Simultaneous Heat and Vibration Measurement Type