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DRO PROS Training

ES10 Training Video - Regular Price $89.95

FREE when purchased with kit!

DRO PROS has always been on the forefront of providing our customers the best service and support in the industry, and this time we've done it again! This interactive DVD covers all functions of your ES10 display. Forget complicated manuals - this DVD covers it all!

DRO PROS vs. Easson vs. Newall vs. Fagor

How Do I Choose the Right DRO Kit?

To start with, all DRO PROS kits are quality built to do the job right. However, with that said, each kit has it's own unique advantages. We know that choosing a DRO kit can be difficult, so in our endeavor to help our customers we've developed the following chart. While we try to be as impartial as we can, our interaction with our customers and their feedback has certainly influenced us greatly in forming our "opinions". Please keep in mind that every installation is different, only you can know what's best for your particular installation.  

DRO PROS M Series 

PROS: The best DRO kit on the market today. The DRO PROS M "Forest Green" series is the upgraded version of the Easson ES-10 "canary yellow" display. Professionally built, hands down it's the easiest DRO to use on the planet. Included 3 year warranty and 1 micron resolution sets it light years ahead of the competition. Completely re-written, full color Operators and Installation manuals are the best we've seen.

CONS: None we've found so far.

COMMENTS: DRO PROS hit another home run! Affordable, built to last, and one of the best looking, easiest to use displays we've seen. 

WHY YOU WOULD CHOOSE THE M SERIES: If you've been waiting for the best value, professional quality, easy to use but still affordable Digital Readouts, this is it! 

SUMMARY: Destined to quickly become a DRO PROS best seller.  If you're looking for excellent quality, but also want the best value for your dollar, this is your kit!

Easson  

PROS: The strongest advantage of the Easson is it's user friendly design. Quality and durability is excellent. Price continues to be very reasonable, meaning it's also the best value DRO we sell. Another potential advantage is the display size. The Easson display is over 12" across. Unlike many competitors units, off-side  viewing and brightness is excellent. Internal transformer allows unit to correctly function in freezing temperatures with no problem. Because of the larger front panel, most all of the Easson's functions (ie bolt hole, line hole, centerfind etc.) have dedicated function buttons on the front. This makes Easson a truly "walk up and operate" type of digital readout. Free video tutorials online make learning functions effortless. Repair and parts are both available directly from DRO PROS, unlike many other resellers that send customers overseas for all "repair and warranty" issues. Finally, Easson parts are very reasonably priced - ever price a replacement scale for a SONY or Fagor kit lately?

CONS: Canary yellow display color not liked by all.

COMMENTS: Easson has been producing Digital Readouts for over 20 years now, and continues to be our best seller. Because we import direct, the price remains lower than the competition, therefore making Easson one of the best value DRO packages we've seen. Lastly, many customers mistakenly think the Easson display case is plastic, which it is not. It is cast metal and extremely durable.

WHY YOU WOULD CHOOSE EASSON: You want an intuitive, easy to use DRO which happens to be the most affordable and popular readouts we've ever offered.

SUMMARY: Easson continues to be a very popular, easy to use DRO system. If you're looking for excellent quality but also want the best value for your dollar, this may be your kit.

Newall

PROS: Beyond anything else, Newall has brand name recognition. Additionally, the M20 kit has some potential advantages you should be aware of. With the thinnest scales we've ever seen (only .4" tall) the Newall's magnetic scales can fit where other scales can't. Depending on your particular installation, this may or may not be a deal-breaker by itself. If you run coolant, you should know the scales carry a full IP-67 rating, meaning they are submersible and impervious to grease, oils, and coolant. If that wasn't enough, the scales are magnetic, not glass, and can be easily cut to the desired length. As the reader head is a magnetic "non-contact" design, the reader head is not attached to the scale body, which means installation is much easier also.

CONS: Currently only available in 2 axis kits. Longest travel scale available is 40". Display head is easy to use, but not quite as easy as the Easson. COMMENTS: Excellent build quality, good manual. If you don't need a "low-profile" installation, the thin scales will not present an advantage over standard size glass scales. In day to day operations, glass scales, if properly installed, work exceptionally well and are not prone to being contaminated by coolant. The primary advantage we can see with these scales is when mounting on a lathe where coolant is used. Often times the cross-slide leaves little mounting room to properly mount a scale shield when utilizing glass scales. In this case, using a magnetic scale that is impervious to coolant would be a considerable advantage.

WHY YOU WOULD CHOOSE NEWALL: If you have an installation requiring a low profile DRO or are mounting on a mill or lathe where the scales would get exposed to coolant, this is the kit to buy. You may also choose this kit because you recognize the Newall name and are willing to pay a little more for it.

SUMMARY: Newall's M20 kit is amazing and we're hoping to see a 3 axis kit in the future

Fagor

PROS: Fagor enjoys loyal brand name recognition. The build quality and packaging of the kit is good.

CONS: Expensive. Fagor's Innova display is a smaller, more compact display, so most of the functions are accessed through a push-button menu driven system. Some users find this design frustrating and difficult to use. The comment we hear most often is "Sure do need to keep the manual close by".

COMMENTS: We feel the Fagor Innova series could use a redesign of the front panel, especially adding more function buttons.

WHY YOU WOULD CHOOSE FAGOR: You've used Fagor in the past and don't want to change, even if the alternative is cheaper and easier to use.

SUMMARY: Fagor is a quality built DRO, but is being challenged by many less-expensive, easier to use DRO's.

Warranty. During the buying process, most folks probably don't pay a lot of attention to the warranty. Most probably assume they'll be covered if something happens. Trust us, getting a written warranty is crucial.

All DRO PROS kits come with a 3 Year WRITTEN warranty.

So here it is. And you get a physical copy of it with every unit we sell. (Click on the picture for a larger image):

So how does DRO PROS warranty stack up against the "other guys"? Think you can get a written warranty from them? Check the facts:

FAGOR

From the FAGOR Manual: 4.2.3 Warranty terms WARRANTY All products manufactured or marketed by Fagor Automation has a warranty period of 12 months from the day they are shipped out of our warehouses.

Acu-Rite Warranty

From the Acu-Rite Manual: For additional information, please go to www.acu-rite.com.

From the Acu-Rite Website: Terms and conditions of sale, including warranty coverage, are subject to change. The version of manual available for download may not reflect the warranty in effect at the time of purchase. Call our technical service department at 847.490.0351 with the product model, serial number and/or date of manufacture to determine warranty status.

NEWALL Warranty

NEWALL

Warranty Information
For information regarding Newall's product warranties, please contact our Customer Service Dept. via e-mail, by calling (614) 771-0213 or toll free at 1-800-229-4376.

Starting to get the idea? What do you trust more - a written warranty in-hand or a "call and we'll see what happens" policy?

ebay "El Cheapo" vs DRO PROS

But I can still save $5 and get an ebay special from some guy I can't understand or talk to!

Yes, we understand. We all want to get 'a bargain'. But trust us, you don't want to go there. Besides the fact you can't talk to these guys if you have a question, they don't provide a written warranty, if something breaks you can't get replacement parts, etc. etc, might we suggest you consider the quality of the manual?

We've all seen the ebay specials where the listing includes an English manual. But have you actually read the "English Manual" included with our competitors kit? Of course you haven't. Because if you did, you probably wouldn't buy the kit. But in order to see the manual, you'd first have to buy the kit. Quite the dilemma. Well, we have a solution - we did buy the kit, and we're happy to show you what you really get! Check out the two excerpts below explaining "Bolt Hole Circle", probably the easiest to use (and explain) function on a DRO:

From the DRO PROS 3M Manual: - Bolt Hole Circle -	From the Competitions Manual: - Bolt Hole Circle -
(Click on the documents above to open them up) (Make sure to check out the first remark on the last page of the competitions manual... and no, we didn't make this up - this is the manual you get!!)

So if this is the easiest to explain function, how well do you think their manual explains ARC procedures?

Remember, the very first moment you have a question, DRO PROS customers are going to call our toll free number and get the issue resolved immediately with an English speaking American.

Our competitors customers are going to wonder what in the world they were thinking when they saved $5. You be the judge!

DRO PROS Latest Videos

How to Choose Scales for a Digital Readout

This video illustrates how to measure and choose scales for a digital readout. Attention is given to illustrate the different parts and mechanical limits of a digital scale.

(Click HERE or on the video to play)

ARC Machining

Rounding a corner or machining an arc on your workpiece has never been easier. The Easson ES10-3M5 digital readout makes it easy, follow along as it puts an outside radius arc on our workpiece!

(Click HERE or on the video to play)

'Bolt Hole Circle' Function

This DRO PROS video demonstrates the 'Bolt Hole' function of an Easson ES10-3M5 digital readout. Bolt Hole, or PCD (Pitch Circle Diameter) allows an operator to place a series of holes evenly around a central point.

(Click HERE or on the video to play)

'Incline Tool Position' Function

Have you ever had to angle your workpiece on your mill table? This video demonstrates how you can accurately position the workpiece at any angle on the work table. Remember, Incline Tool Position also gives the operator an incline function for machining parts positioned on an inclined surface.

(Click HERE or on the video to play)

Easson ES10 Digital Readout Overview

This video gives an excellent overview of the Easson ES10 digital readout. Display functions and setup parameters are covered.

(Click HERE or on the video to play)

199 Reference or Sub Datum Memory (SDM) Points

Are you doing any sort of repetitive machining? Wouldn't it be great to be able to create exact copies of your original workpiece? Well now you can - either enter your points as you move to them on your workpiece or simply enter them in a list format - the choice is yours!

Click HERE or on the video to play)

'Line Hole Position' Function

This video demonstrates the 'Line Hole Position' function. This capability is used to place a series of holes in a straight line, even when canted at an angle.

(Click HERE or on the video to play)

ES10 Parameters Setup Video

Although setting up the ES10 is already quite easy, this video makes it a snap! All setup parameters are explored in detail, making setting up your DRO easier than ever!

Click HERE or on the video to play)

Power Off Memory (aka Ref Datum Memory)

Demonstrates how to recover the zero point of your workpiece after a power loss or the table is accidentally moved with power off.

(Click HERE or on the video to play)

Easson ES10 Centerfind Video

This video illustrates the centerfind feature of an EASSON ES10 digital readout. Easily locate the center of your workpiece with the ES10!

Click HERE or on the video to play)

How to Reverse Scale Direction

Is your scale reading in the wrong direction? This video illustrates how to reverse a digital scales 'read' direction.

Click HERE or on the video to play)

What makes DRO PROS readouts the best? Am I really getting a good deal?

At DRO PROS we get daily emails from suppliers wanting us to hawk their digital readouts. We literally travel worldwide to seek out the best deals for you, our customer. International Trade Show in Beijing? Been there. Taiwan, Korea, Japan, China, you name it, we've been there. And guess what? Our selection of digital readouts represents the finest we've found. Anywhere. Trust us when we say you get what you pay for. We could choose to sell the same DRO's you see on eBay for $50 less, but we choose not to, because we know they won't last and ultimately will cause us and our customers frustration. Still don't believe us? Take a look here at the insides of a very popular DRO currently sold on eBay under various brand names:

(Click on images to enlarge)

Notice how the traces between the touch pads are simply taped in place by hand from leftover scraps - obviously this is much cheaper to manufacture, but how do you suppose this type of display is going to hold up on your machine? As they say, Caveat Emptor or 'Buyer Beware'.

Hopefully this information will help you, our Customer, when choosing your DRO system. Take your time, choose wisely.

What can a DRO do for me?

A digital readout system digitally displays a machine tool's exact position on an electronic display board. A DRO can greatly simplify your work, save time, reduce costly mistakes and allow you to produce more accurate, exacting parts. The DRO unit keeps precise track of toolbit position in all 3 axis - back and forth (x axis), fore and aft (y axis), and up and down (z axis). Without a DRO system, an operator must count the number of hand wheel revolutions to determine exact position of a tool head against the table. For example, some milling machine leadscrews are graduated at 16 threads per inch (TPI), which means that for every turn of the hand wheel the table moves 1/16” (.0625), therefore it takes 16 turns to move the table exactly 1”. Other machines are calibrated at 10 TPI, meaning it takes 10 hand wheel revolutions for the table to travel an inch. On the Z axis, it is typical for each division to represent .002”, where one full revolution is equal to .060”. Needless to say, it can quickly become quite confusing! The bottom line is that with a digital display, the days of counting hand wheel revolutions are over!

In summary, a machine equipped with a digital readout (DRO) is easier to use, less frustrating, and can save the operator many hours in setup and operation time. No more counting turns of the dial - simply turn the display on and you’re ready to go - the DRO keeps track of position even after a power shortage!

Looking for just a scale? DRO PROS sells parts too...

A majority of our sales are in the form of kits, but we also sell individual components too. We sell DRO kits for Lathes, Milling Machines, Borers, Grinders, Wirecut Machines and EDM's. If you simply need a replacement scale for your existing display, odds are we can help. Most scales are wired universally, for more information please check our scales page.

Scales

At DRO PROS, we only sell true five bearing glass scales with our readout kits, and with over 70 different size scales to choose from, we fit your machine right! For .0002" resolution scales up to 39.3" in capacity (models 100mm - 1000mm), the scales are included in the price of the kit and there is no surcharge. Simply tell us what size scale you'd like and we'll send the correct length scale. For scales greater than 39" capacity (our oversize scales), there is a small surcharge based on length when purchased with a kit. Please refer to the chart below for more details:

Why should I buy from DRO PROS?

We speak English - We answer our phones - Same day shipping

Our goal is to make customers for life. We feel that, in the long run, treating customers right will yield much more than simply "going for the sale". In accordance with that, we have attempted to pass on some ideas to help you, the customer, in completing your purchase decision:

Price. Probably the most talked about factor when buying a digital readout. Price can also be the most misleading, and perhaps worst way, to judge a digital readout kit. We've all heard the old adage, "You get what you pay for." Before the internet, it was true, price did generally correlate directly to value. But that was yesterdays economy. All resellers obtained their goods the same way, and therefore incurred the same costs. In today's economy, the market has changed drastically. At DRO PROS, we import and sell directly to you. Unlike our competitors, we do not have Western and Eastern sales divisions and multi layers of management to support. One location, one cost, and the savings get passed on to you!

Intuitiveness or "Ease of Use". Probably the most important, and hardest to determine factor when buying a readout. Think in terms of after the sale. Even if you get an absolute 'rock star' bottom line price that would make William Shatner proud, if the digital readout is not user friendly, you still didn't get a 'deal'. The whole point of getting a digital readout is to make your work easier and more enjoyable. If the digital readout is poorly designed, too complicated, if the display isn't bright enough, or in other words is 'user unfriendly', you'll regret your purchase decision every time you turn it on. It simply won't matter what you paid, it's not worth it!

Support. Most likely the second most important, and perhaps most overlooked factor when buying a digital readout. Imagine trying to reach a technician when you've bought a digital readout from an overseas reseller! Yet every day, people "save" $50 and buy products on eBay without stopping to think what will happen when they need service or tech support. Some digital readout resellers don't even publish a phone number! While our competitors continue to pare down or even totally eliminate their customer support, we continue to expand our Customer Service. We've completely re-written our manuals, top to bottom, to better serve you, the customer. Our Live Demo feature allows us to interactively guide you to the best decision based on what you do. Our Video Tutorials are the best in the industry, and are available free for you, our customers. Our tech help is the best in the business - our techs all know our readouts inside and out. Nobody knows digital readouts like DRO PROS!

Warranty. Of course, all DRO PROS digital readout kits come with a standard, 3 Year USA digital readout warranty. Something not quite working correctly? Call us, don't get redirected overseas by the other guys!

Parts. Can you believe some resellers don't carry parts? That's right, buy from the "other guys", break a scale, and you get to replace the entire digital readout kit! Don't assume you can just go buy a different brand scale, either, because most manufacturers use different connectors on their scales. If that wasn't enough, even among those with a common connector, such as a DB9, most are hard wired differently. Finally, don't overlook the cost of parts. At DRO PROS, an 800mm replacement scale will cost you $197. A similar scale sold extensively by a European company will cost nearly $700! Finally, we have a massive inventory of parts, so rest easy - a replacement part is only a phone call away!

The Best Value. We literally search world-wide for the best value digital readout products on the planet. If there was a better digital readout package to be sold, we would be selling it. Yes, we've seen cheaper units on eBay, but there is a reason they're cheaper. Think poor quality, no parts, no manual, non-existent customer service, poor product fit/finish etc.

Customer Service. We pledge to never "over sell" you on a product that won't work well for you. Our philosophy is to try and save you money and get the best value kit tailored to the machinery you have. Many of our customers are surprised when we recommend against buying a more expensive brand. Again, our philosophy is to build customers for life. Give us a call and let us save you money!

Shipping. Most orders ship the same day, the next at the latest. We do not 'drop' ship, we have our own massive warehouse of inventory right here on site. We use FedEx, you'll get a tracking number emailed to you immediately, and we cover all shipping insurance automatically.

The Company. DRO PROS is a veteran owned, American company. We enjoy selling quality products at competitive prices. We believe that  providing the best customer service is the key to success. No other company spends more time on the phone with customers than we do. Even in a down economy, our company continues to thrive and grow. We look forward to earning your business! 

The Bottom Line. Our line of digital readout's are simply the most user friendly readouts on the planet. Because of our direct marketing structure, they're also extremely affordable. Coupled with our extensive customer service and affordable parts, our Digital Readout products are simply the best value on the planet.

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Professional Digital Readout kit packages start at only $599!

Our Kit and Part Prices always beat Heidenhain Newall Acurite Sargon & Fagor!

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