How a Touch Probe for Machine Tools works

August 27th, 2008

The system utilizes the machine to move the probe along a programmed path. Once the stylus makes contact with the part/tool a signal is generated and is transmitted to the machine’s CNC. This is done by means of a transmission system (wireless or hardwired). The CNC is then able to store the relevant axes positions and elaborate the part geometry by means of dedicated probing software.

A typical probing application lay-out is sketched here below:

Links to products:

    Machine Tool Line Touch Probes HP Series T25 - TL25 - T36

    July 29th, 2008

    Machine Tool Line Touch Probes HP SeriesHigh performance touch probes for CNC lathes, machining centers and grinding machines.

    To know more log on to: Machine Tool Line Touch Probes HP Series

    Three-Dimensional Shape Inspection Software - 3DSI

    June 27th, 2008

    Machine Tool Line: 3D Shape Inspector (3DSI)

    Probing System with Optical Transmission for CNC Lathes and Turning CentersAPPLICATION three dimensional shape inspection software

    MACHINE machining centres, milling machines

    PURPOSE shape verification, mold verification, part inspection, form verification, 3D checks, three dimensional checks

    TECHNOLOGY touch probe, radio transmission, optical transmission, software

    To know more log on to the Three-Dimensional Shape Inspection Software page

    Machine Tool Line: E32R

    May 30th, 2008

    Interface Unit for Hard-Wired Connection of Mida Probes

    The E32R interface converts the signal generated by the touch probe into a form which can be used by the machine tool CNC.On the front panel of the unit are located the terminal boxes for the I/O connections and some LED’s to indicate the following:

    • Green LED: lit to indicate “power ON”
    • Green LED: indicates the status of the touch probe:
      • lit when the probe stylus is deflected
      • unlit when the probe is seated.

    To know more follow the link: Interface Unit for Hard-Wired Connection of Mida Probes

    Touch Probes for Machine Tools

    April 21st, 2008

     Touch Probes for Machine ToolsA touch probe system enables machine tools to perform geometrical measurements inside its cutting area. The probe, a high precision switch, is the heart of the system and when it is integrated into the machine manufacturing process, it can determine workpiece and/or tool sizes and identify part locations. This system can enhance part quality, improve productivity and reduce operators set-up time.

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    OP32 - Compact Optical Probing System

    March 21st, 2008

    OP32 - Compact Optical Probing SystemOP32 is the new MIDA compact probing system (Ø=32mm, L=54mm) with optical transmission, designed for CNC micro-milling machines, machining centres and generally for all small machine tools.

    In OP32 the probe is integrated in the transmitter module and measurement data is transmitted to the CNC via a receiver and an interface.

    MAIN TECHNICAL FEATURES:

    • Optical transmission angle: 360 degrees at 90 degree angle to spindle
    • Transmission distance: 2m
    • Dimensions: Ø=32mm L=54mm
    • Weight: 107g (with batteries)
    • Battery life (SR44 model):
      • Stand-by time: 410 days
      • Continuous running time: 90 h
      • 5% use: 64 days.
    • Repeatability (2): 2 sigma = 1 µm
    • Overtravel with 35mm stylus:
      • X,Y 8 mm
      • Z 3 mm
    • Protection rating (IEC 60529): IP67.

    In you are interested on knowing more, here it is the link: OP32 - Compact Optical Probing System

    TS30 Tool Setter

    February 15th, 2008

    Tool Setting Probe for Vertical Machining Centers

    TS30 Tool SetterThe TS30 Tool setter is a compact application for tool setting on machining centers table with integrated interface.
    To know more follow the link: TS30 Tool Setter

    Tool and Process Monitoring

    January 3rd, 2008

    Tool and Process MonitoringThe need to monitor production processes arises when there is a requirement for increasingly reliable, automated machinery and production cycles in order to satisfy the continual demands of the market to lower costs.

    Within this framework, it therefore becomes necessary for the machinery to be supervised by systems that carry out process analysis of the machine tool.

    To know more follow the link: Tool and Process Monitoring

    Touch Probes for High Precision Part Inspection

    December 28th, 2007

    High Performance Touch Probes for CNC Lathes, Machining Centers and Flagging on Grinding Machines

    High Performance Touch Probes for CNC Lathes, Machining Centers and Flagging on Grinding MachinesNew high performance MIDA touch probes for tool checking, part inspection and part set-up applications on CNC lathes, machining centers and grinding machines. Reduced scrap, shorter cycle and set-up times and improved product quality are just some of the benefits to be gained.

    To know more follow the link: High Performance Touch Probes for CNC Lathes, Machining Centers and Flagging on Grinding Machines

    Machine Tool Line T18 - TS30

    November 28th, 2007

    Touch Probes for Tool Setting on Machining Centres and Milling Machines

    Touch Probes for Tool Setting on Machining Centres and Milling MachinesHigh performance MIDA touch probes for tool setting on CNC machining centers and milling machines. Reduced scrap, shorter cycle and set-up times and improved product quality are just some of the benefits to be gained.

    To know more log on to: Touch Probes for Tool Setting on Machining Centres and Milling Machines