D touch probes – HEIDENHAIN TNC 620 (340 56x-02) ISO programming User Manual
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2.5 A
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2.5 Accessories: HEIDENHAIN 3-D
Touch Probes and Electronic 
Handwheels
3-D touch probes
With the various HEIDENHAIN 3-D touch probe systems you can:
Automatically align workpieces
Quickly and precisely set datums
Measure the workpiece during program run
Measure and inspect tools
TS 220, TS 640 and TS 440 touch trigger probes
These touch probes are particularly effective for automatic workpiece 
alignment, datum setting and workpiece measurement. 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 640 (see figure) and the smaller TS 440 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 resisting optical switch that generates an electrical signal as 
soon as the stylus is deflected. This signal is transmitted to the 
control, which stores the current position of the stylus as an actual 
value.
All of the touch probe functions are described in the 
User’s Manual for Cycle Programming. Please contact 
HEIDENHAIN if you require a copy of this User’s Manual. 
ID: 679 295-xx.
