Touch probe is wire-free
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With infrared transmission and therefore no cable connections, Heidenhain's TT 449 touch probe provides complete flexibility of tool inspection, in conjunction with CNC system measuring cycles on a wide range of machine tools using Heidenhain iTNC 530 CNC systems.
The TT 449 probe offers an accuracy of +/- 15 microns and a reproducibility of +/- 1 micron at a velocity of 5 m/min. Deflection of probe contact in all directions is +/- 5 mm, and typical battery operating time is 200 hours.
Used in conjunction with the Heidenhain SE 642 transmitter, the new probe can integrate and operate in conjunction with the Heidenhain TS infrared workpiece touch probe. Measured tool data is saved in the CNC tool memory.
Cable-connected probes on 5-axis machines, in particular, are traditionally problematic; there are constant problems when tilting or rotating the work table. Yet the installation of a laser system with pneumatic unit is, in many cases, an over-engineered solution.
The Heidenhain TT 449 offers a much simpler and cost-effective answer, since it can be placed anywhere on the work table - even on rotary tables – and, with no cables, fast and easy installation is guaranteed.
