5 setting the datum with a 3-d touch probe, Introduction, To set the datum in any axis (see figure at right) – HEIDENHAIN TNC 426B (280 472) Touch Probe Cycles User Manual
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2.5 Setting the Datum with a 3-D
Touch Probe
Introduction
The following functions are available for setting the datum on an
aligned workpiece:
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Datum setting in any axis with PROBING POS
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Defining a corner as datum with PROBING P
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Setting the datum at a circle center with PROBING CC
To set the datum in any axis (see figure at right)
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Select the probing function by pressing the PROBING
POS soft key.
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Move the touch probe to a starting position near the
touch point.
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Select the probe axis and direction in which you wish
to set the datum, such as Z in direction Z–. Selection
is made via soft keys.
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To probe the workpiece, press the machine START
button.
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Datum: Enter the nominal coordinate and confirm your
entry with ENT.
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