Touch Probe; Introduction - HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 Service Manual

25 Touch Probe

25.1 Introduction

An iTNC 530 can be equipped with different touch probes.
Different
touch probes
Touch probes with infrared transmission of the trigger signal
(e.g. TS 740, TS 640, TS 444, TS 440)
Various styli can be inserted into the touch probes. The styli feature a rated break point.
July 2010
These touch probes are designed for use on machines with automatic tool changer.
They serve to align workpieces, set datums and calibrate workpieces.
The infrared transmission is established between the TS touch probe and the SE transmitter/
receiver unit.
The infrared transmission is tolerant to noise and even works by reflection.
The probe is operated with nonrechargeable or rechargeable batteries (exept TS 444).
The TS 640 is equipped with an integrated cleaning blower.
The TS 444 features an integrated turbine generator and therefore is battery-free.
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