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Stylus on-centre adjustment with probe holders and sockets
Stylus on-centre adjustment
Stylus position is established using a setting gauge or dial test indicator.
Lathes – inspection
The stylus is set to the same height as the spindle centre line to avoid errors when gauging diameters. The
stylus tip position should correspond to the normal tool tip position for efcient programming.
1. MA4 90° adaptor
The probe is set through 360°.
2. FS3 adjustable holder
The holder pivots on two Ø6 mm balls. Two opposing screws permit ±4° ne rotational adjustment.
Lathes and machining centres
3. Tool setting
The square tip of the stylus must align exactly with the machine’s X and Y axes (machining centres)
and X axis (lathes). Coarse alignment is obtained by adjusting the stylus tip. The optional
FS1 socket provides ±4° ne rotational adjustment.
FS3 holder
Stylus
Fine adjustment
4°
4°
Extension
LP2
probe
4°
4°
4° 4°
Coarse adjustment
FS1
socket