Infrared Touch Probe IRP40.01
IRP40.01 - with patented THERMO-LOCK® technology!
The infrared touch probe IRP40.01has been designed for machining centres and turning machines. Its compact construction makes it ideally suited for use even the smallest shanks. Equipped with a patented THERMO-LOCK® Technology shank, the touch probe delivers precise results even with large temperature differences. The bi-directional IR communication makes use in special production machines possible.
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- Features & Benefits
- Technical Data
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- Applications
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Applications :
- Determination of workpiece zero point
- Determination of workpiece position
- Control measurement of workpiece dimensions
- Benefits:
- HDR (High Data Rate) transmission excludes interference of measuring from ambient light
- ITE technology (Intelligent Trigger Evaluation) – prepositioning with High Speed
- Patented THERMO-LOCK® technology
- Up to 440 hours of continuous use before battery change
HDR – HIGH DATA RATE TECHNOLOGY
- Features :
- Different from worldwide line frequencies of 50 Hz or 60 Hz
- Transmission frequency of 75 Hz
- Extremely high data rate of 9600 light pulses/sec
- Large transmit and receive angle with min. 120°- all around 360°
- Benefits:
- No interference from ambient light
- Safest infrared transmission
- Ensures process-reliable automation
ITE-TECHNOLOGIE – INTELLEGENT TRIGGER EVALUATION
- Features :
- Evaluate trigger signals
- Filtering machine vibrations and shocks
- No increase of the trigger force required
- No loss of precision
- No measuring errors due to incorrect switching
- Shorter cycle times by fast pre-positioning
- Benefits:
- Shorter cycle times without loss of process reliability
- Pre-position with High-Speed (up to 50,000 mm / min) due to ITE technology
- One Touch Strategy for fast and precise probing (up to 2,000 mm / min)
PATENTED THERMO-LOCK® TECHNOLOGY
- Features :
- Prevents heat transfer from the spindle to the probe
- Delivers consistent, precise measurement results even by large temperature differences
- HSK shanks with THERMO-LOCK® technology are available in various sizes
- Benefits:
- Precise measurement results even by large temperature differences
- Eliminates uncontrolled expansion of the shank and probe body
Unidirectional | 2 Sigma 1 μm |
Recommended probing | 254 mm/min – 2000 mm/min |
Probing direction | ±X, ±Y, -Z |
Max. stylus deflection | XY ±12,5°; Z -5 mm |
Trigger force with 50mm stylus | XY = 1 N; Z = 7 N |
Power supply | 1 x 3V Batterie Typ ½AA |
Battery Life Time | Up to 440h in continuous use |
Weight without shank | 390 g |
Temperature range | 10 °C – 50 °C |
Material | Stainless steel |
Signal transmission | High Data Rate |
Transmission angle | 120° – all-round 360° |
Range of transmission | 1,6 – 4 m, adjustable |
Compact construction
- Extremely slim body requires only small amount of space
- Very short allowing freedom of movements in Z axis
- Minimum collision zone and very small turning circle in the turret of a lathe
- Use of small and special tool holders possible
Performance and process reliability
- Up to 440 hours of continuous use before battery change
- HDR (High Data Rate) transmission excludes interference of measuring from ambient light
- Large transmitting and receiving angles guarantee reliable transmission and enable a large working area
- Adjustable air-blow nozzles at touch probe and receiver ensure clean measuring and receiving areas
- Transmission power can be adjusted while mounted on the machine
Activation / Deactivation
- Separately encoded infrared signals
- Range of signal transmission adjustable in 3 stages
Sturdy and well protected
- Probe housing made of stainless steel
- Water-proof probe sealing using IP68 standard
- Reliable protection of measuring mechanism by chip guard shield between probe lid and sealing membranes
- Resistent to falling chips and coolant
Operation suitable for the workshop
- Easy lateral run-out adjustment
- Use of standard batteries
- Easy exchange of stylus
- Retrosfitting possible at any time
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