HEIDENHAIN TNC 410 ISO Programming - Manual (Page 40)

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1.5 Accessories: HEIDENHAIN 3-D
Touch Probes and Electronic
Handwheels
3-D touch probes
With the various HEIDENHAIN 3-D touch probe systems you can:
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Automatically align workpieces
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Quickly and precisely set datums
n Measure the workpiece during program run
n Digitize 3-D surfaces (option), and
n Measure and inspect tools
TS 220, TS 630 and TS 632 touch trigger probes
These touch probes are particularly effective for automatic workpiece
alignment, datum setting, workpiece measurement and for digitizing.
The TS 220 transmits the triggering signals to the TNC via cable and is
a cost-effective alternative for applications where digitizing is not
frequently required.
The TS 630 and TS 632 feature infrared transmission of the triggering
signal to the TNC. This makes them highly convenient for use on
machines with automatic tool changers.
Principle of operation: HEIDENHAIN triggering touch probes
feature a wear-resistant optical switch that generates an electrical
signal as soon as the stylus is deflected. This signal is transmitted to
the TNC, which stores the current position of the stylus as an actual
value.
During digitizing the TNC generates a program containing straight line
blocks in HEIDENHAIN format from a series of measured position
data. You can then output the program to a PC for further processing
with the SUSA evaluation software. This evaluation software enables
you to calculate male/female transformations or correct the program
to account for special tool shapes and radii that differ from the shape
of the stylus tip. If the tool has the same radius as the stylus tip you
can run these programs immediately.
All of the touch probe functions are described in a separate
manual. Please contact HEIDENHAIN if you require a copy
of this User's Manual. ID number: 329 203-xx.