bladoffset

Bladoffset is a term used in several technical domains to describe the offset or displacement of a blade relative to a reference axis, edge, or path. There is no single universal definition for bladoffset, and its precise meaning depends on the industry and application.

In machining and manufacturing, blade offset refers to the intentional lateral or angular shift of the blade from its nominal alignment. This offset can compensate for tool wear, thermal expansion, or machine deflection, and it affects kerf, surface finish, and dimensional accuracy. Typical adjustments are measured in hundredths of a millimeter and specified in setup sheets.

In printing, coating, and related equipment, the term can describe the offset of a blade from the substrate or impression surface to regulate ink transfer, bead formation, and wipe-off.

In robotics and automated assembly, a blade used as a trimming or cutting end effector may have a programmed bladoffset to align with the target geometry, ensuring precise cuts while avoiding collisions.

Measurement and calibration: Bladoffset is typically determined during setup using test cuts, gauges, or sensor feedback and stored as a coordinate or offset parameter in the control system.

Because the term lacks a standardized definition, users should rely on context-specific manuals and engineering drawings when encountering bladoffset. See also offset, tool offset, blade alignment.