Component setting and inspection solutions

Renishaw probe systems provide an innovative solution to improve the efficiency of your machine tools.

Touch probes on CNC machining centres and lathes can be used to identify and set-up parts, measure features in-cycle for adaptive machining, and verify finished component dimensions.

Save time. Reduce scrap. Stay competitive.

Solutions for machining centres

OMP40-2 Ultra compact touch probe		OMP60 State-of-the-art modulated transmission		MP700 High-accuracy measurement		OMP400 Ultra compact 3D measurement		RMP60 FHSS radio transmission
Miniaturisation of electronics without compromising performance.		Transmission range of over 6m with simple probe configuration via Renishaw TriggerLogic™.		Superior 3D measurement performance designed for use on large and 5-axis machines.		Excellent 3D performance which allows probing of contoured surfaces whilst maintaining very high accuracy.		No channel selection requirements and operating range of up to 15 m.

Solutions for turning centres

LP2 / LP2H High performance compact probe		LTO2S Turret-mounted optical transmission		LTO2T / LTO3T Parallel shank mounting		LTO2 Smaller size shank mounting
High performance, compact probes suitable for inspection and tool setting applications.		Compact optical transmission system with turret face mounting for LP2 and LP2H probes.		Compact optical transmission system with parallel shank mounting for LP2 and LP2H probes.		Compact optical transmission system with smaller size parallel shank mounting for LP2 and LP2H probes.

Benefits of component set-up

Probing eliminates the need for expensive fixtures and manual setting with dial indicators. Probes are spindle-mounted on machining centres and turret-mounted on turning centres, giving the following benefits:

• Reduced machine downtime
• Automatic fixture, job alignment and rotary axis set-up
• Elimination of manual setting errors
• Reduced scrap
• Increased productivity and batch size flexibility

Benefits of on-machine component inspection

Spindle and turret-mounted probes can also be used for in-cycle gauging and 1st-off inspection.  Manual gauging relies on operator skill or the removal of parts to a CMM, which is not always practical. Benefits of inspection probing include:

• In-cycle part measurement with automatic offset correction
• Increased confidence in unmanned machining
• Adaptive machining, providing process feedback to minimise variation
• First-off inspection with automatic offset update
• Reduced machine downtime awaiting 1st-off inspection results

Custom Solutions

Custom solutions can be developed by Renishaw's experienced 'Specials' design team.