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Probe types
Multidirectional probe (3D)
Multidirectional probes can be used unconditionally for measuring tool and workpiece
dimensions.
Bidirectional probe
Bidirectional probes are treated like monodirectional probes for the workpiece measurement
in milling and machining centers. Bidirectional probes for the workpiece measurement can
be used for turning machines.
Monodirectional probe
Monodirectional probes can be used for workpiece measurement on milling machines and
machining centers with only slight limitations.
Spindle position and monodirectional probe
The use of monodirectional probes in milling machines and machining centers requires that
the spindle can be positioned with the
transferred over 360°.
The probe must be mechanically aligned in the spindle to permit measurements in the
following directions at the 0° spindle position:
Note
The complete measurement takes longer because the spindle needs to be positioned
several times with
Extended Functions
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SPOS
Plane
G17 (X-Y)
G18 (Z-X)
G19 (Y-Z)
during the measuring cycle.
SPOS
7.2 Hardware requirements
function and the switching signal of the probe
Measurement direction
Positive X direction
Positive Z direction
Positive Y direction
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