The Manleo ZD27 – 3D Tool Setter for Precision CNC Tool Measurement is a breakthrough innovation designed to overcome some of the most critical challenges faced by the die and mould industry. When it comes to die and mould machining, where precision, repeatability, and surface finish determine success, even the smallest variation in tool geometry or tool wear can lead to costly rework or scrap. The ZD27 addresses these pain points with unmatched accuracy, reliability, and durability—helping tool rooms and CNC shops achieve consistent, micron-level results every single time.
Built for high-accuracy tool length and diameter measurement, the Manleo ZD27 ensures superior process control during CNC machining. It automatically measures and updates tool length and diameter offsets, compensating for tool wear and breakage in real time. This precise offset capability eliminates manual touch-offs—one of the most error-prone and time-consuming steps—while ensuring that every subsequent machining pass maintains exact geometry. For die and mould applications, this translates to sharper profiles, flawless contours, and reduced benchwork after machining.
Manleo’s robust IP68-rated design ensures complete resistance to coolant and chip contamination, enabling the ZD27 to perform reliably in harsh machining environments typical of die and mould operations. With Z-axis measurement accuracy of 1 micron and diameter accuracy of 2 microns, tool setters like the ZD27 push the limits of what’s achievable in on-machine measurement. The integrated air nozzle system cleans both the stylus and the tool tip before measurement, ensuring every reading is free from coolant film or swarf interference.
Durability and productivity go hand-in-hand with the ZD27. The sensor has a contact life of over 3 million cycles, delivering years of dependable performance. Its anti-collision mechanism—featuring a unique brittle insert design—protects the probe during unexpected machine impacts, thereby reducing downtime and maintenance costs. Easy installation and fine horizontal adjustment features simplify retrofit integration across VMC, HMC, CNC, and VTL machines.
For die and mould manufacturers, precision is non-negotiable—and so is time. The ZD27 empowers machinists to detect tool deviations early, maintain consistent part dimensions, and achieve first-time-right machining outcomes. By minimizing rework and ensuring continuous process confidence, the Manleo ZD27 transforms traditional die and mould shops into high-precision, high-productivity operations—making “chasing microns” a dependable everyday reality.
