Touch Probe Offers 3D Machining Accuracy and Speed

To meet the needs of high accuracy machinists, HEIDENHAIN has introduced the TS 760 touch probe for use with its contouring TNC and other major CNC controls. This device offers high 3D accuracy, making it especially useful during 5-axis machining and more.

The TS 760 probe offers ±1 µm accuracy and homogeneous switching behavior over 360°. "For 3D measurement, the feedrate/probing speed of 1 m/min is four times faster than other commercially available products that offer the same impressive repeatability," said a company spokesperson.

The TS 760 also offers a low trigger force, eliminating form and surface damage. If desired, the probing point can be cleaned with the integrated flusher feature by using compressed air and cooling lubricant of up to 60 bars.

The probe system uses an EnDat communication signal, along with the SE 661 that offers a radio or infrared channel selection conveniently set up on the TNC screen. HEIDENHAIN offers local integration service to upgrade to the next level Touch Probe technology, even on non-HEIDENHAIN CNCs.

Regarding its functions, the TS 760 is fully compatible with HEIDENHAIN's TS 740 predecessor and provides the same additional data as the TS 460.

For more information contact:

HEIDENHAIN Corporation

333 E. State Parkway

Schaumburg, IL 60173-5337

847-490-1191

www.heidenhain.us