106 HEIDENHAIN Technical Manual MANUALplus 620
2.5.12 Touch probes
Touch probes for workpiece measurement are connected via the system PL
62xx or the UEC 11x. The touch probes generate a trigger signal that captures
the current position value. For more information about touch probes, please
request the "Touch Probes" brochure or CD-ROM from HEIDENHAIN.
Workpiece
measurement
The TS touch trigger probe has a stylus with which it probes workpieces. The
MANUALplus 620 provides standard routines for workpiece measurement
(software option 17 required). The touch probes are available with various
taper shanks. Assorted styli are available as accessories.
TS 220 touch probe
Triggering touch probe with signal transmission
over cable connection for machines with manual
tool change. For workpiece setup and
measurement during machining.
ID 293 488-xx
ID 633 613-xx
TS 220
Adapter cable for
connection to the
system PL or the UEC