HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 (340 49x-04) Touch Probe Cycles - Manual (Page 184)

184 5 Touch Probe Cycles for Automatic Tool Measurement
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Measuring the tool radius (touch probe cycle 33
or 483, ISO: G483)
To measure both the length and radius of a tool, program the
measuring cycles TCH PROBE 33 or TCH PROBE 482 (see also
“Differences between Cycles 31 to 33 and Cycles 481 to 483” on
page 178). This cycle is particularly suitable for the first measurement
of tools, as it saves time when compared with individual
measurement of length and radius. In input parameters you can select
the desired type of measurement:
„ Measuring the tool while it is rotating.
„ Measuring the tool while it is rotating and subsequently measuring
the individual teeth.
Sequence of measurement
The TNC measures the tool in a fixed programmed sequence. First it
measures the tool radius, then the tool length. The sequence of
measurement is the same as for measuring cycles 31 and 32.
Before measuring a tool for the first time, enter the
following data on the tool into the tool table TOOL.T: the
approximate radius, the approximate length, the number
of teeth, and the cutting direction.
Cylindrical tools with diamond surfaces can be measured
with stationary spindle. To do so, define the number of
teeth (CUT) with 0 and adjust the machine parameter
6500. Refer to your machine manual.