Before commencing work, ensure the machine tool is in a safe
Switch off the power supply to the TS20 probe system components.
CABLE FROM PROBE
Ensure the probe cable is routed away from
other cables carrying high currents.
PROBE FALSE TRIGGER
The TS20-SCM should be installed on machines
with a stable power supply i.e. Interference free.
If false triggers occur, investigate the power
supply rails for interference.
ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE
It is recommended that the SSR convertor
or interface unit is installed within the
machine electronics control cabinet.
Normal electronic equipment installation
rules apply.
i.e. Units should be mounted away from
any potential sources of interference,
such as three phase transformers and
motor controllers.
INSTALLATION
The TS20 system must be installed by a competent person
observing relevant safety precautions.
condition with the power switched OFF.
SAFETY
PROBE STATUS
TS20 styli have an M3 thread and 10 x 10 mm tip.
Straight styli incorporate a break stem to protect
the probe in the event of a collision. A damaged
stylus can be replaced - see page 1-12.
TS20 probe with straight stylus
When a replacement stylus is fitted, the stylus
squareness specification cannot be guaranteed,
after the original stylus has been removed.
TS20 probe with cranked stylus
When a replacement styli is fitted, the stylus
squareness and parallelism specification cannot
be guaranteed, once the original stylus has been
removed.
SOFTWARE ROUTINES
Toolsetting software routines to suit various
machine controllers are available from Renishaw
(the current list is available on application).
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