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Description of the CMM

61211-1020202 CenterMax Operating Instructions

Design

A Adapter plate

B RST temperature-sensing probe

C Temperature sensor

1 Connector

2 Knurled ring with internal thread.

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Default Chapter3
- Table of Contents3
- Information about These Operation Instructions11
- Symbols / Danger Warnings12
- For Your Orientation12
Chapter 1 Introduction16
General Information16
- Scope of Delivery16
- CE Marking16
- Safety of the Machine17
- Standards and Regulations17
Additional Documents18
- Separate Documents18
- Supplementary Literature18
Warranty19
Proper Use20
- CMM20
- Probe System21
Safety23
- Requirements for Person Responsible for CMM23
- Definition of a Specialist23
- Safety Symbols on the CMM24
- Requirements for the Safe Use of the CMM24
- Safety Devices25
Chapter 2 Description of the CMM28
Identification of a CMM28
Design of the CMM29
Components and Their Functions30
- Bridge30
- Measuring Table30
- Coordinate Axes31
- Control32
  - Control Cabinet32
  - Operating Elements of the Control Cabinet34
- Control Console35
  - Operation of the Joysticks36
- Calibration Standard38
- Options39
Probe System40
- Probe System Types40
- Components of a Probe System40
  - Functions of the Components40
  - Standard Version of the Probe System41
- VAST Probe System41
- Temperature-Sensing Probe43
Probe45
- Probe Components45
- Design and Function45
- Probe Elements47
- Principles for Assembly48
  - Screwing Technique49
  - Clamping Technique50
- Storage of Probes50
Probe Rack52
Chapter 3 Technical Data53
Coordinate Measuring Machine54
- General Data54
- CMM Parameters54
- Connection Data55
- Travel Speed55
- Environmental Conditions56
Probe System57
- VAST Probe Head57
Chapter 4 Transport and Installation59
Transport60
- To be Observed on Delivery60
- Transport Conditions60
Installation62
- Selecting the Installation Site62
- Prerequisites for Installation63
Chapter 5 Preparations for Start-Up66
Before You Start66
Connections67
- Connecting the Power Supply67
- Connecting the Compressed-Air Supply67
Mounting the Probe Rack (Option)72
- Prerequisites for the Probe Rack72
- Installation Procedure72
Visual Check78
Start-Up Preparation Checklist79
Chapter 6 Start-Up82
Clamping the Workpiece on the Measuring Table82
- Safety Measures82
- Clamping the Workpiece83
- Workpiece Positioning83
- Lowering the Workpiece Onto the Measuring Table84
Switching the CMM on85
- Safety Measures85
- Switch-On Sequence85
Checking the Protective Circuit88
- Function of the Protective Circuit88
- Check88
Mounting / Changing the Probe Head91
Probe Assembly92
- Screwing Technique or Clamping Technique92
- Safety Measures92
- Criteria and Limiting Values for Assembling Probes93
- Example94
Inserting / Removing the Probe96
- Safety Measures and Information96
- Inserting the Probe96
- Removing the Probe (Manually)97
Start-Up Checklist99
Chapter 7 Measuring Operation102
What You Should Know102
- Coordinate Systems102
- Probing Directions102
- Types of Measurement103
- Collision Protection106
- Axis Clamping with VAST Probe System106
- Temperature-Sensing Probe109
  - Notes on Temperature Measurement109
  - Possibilities110
- Operating Mode111
- Measuring Software112
Safety Instructions113
Preparations for a Measuring Run114
- Prerequisites for a Perfect Measuring Run114
- Reference Point Travel114
  - Reference Point114
  - Carrying out a Reference Point Travel116
- Probe Calibration116
- Temperature Compensation122
  - What Is Temperature Compensation122
  - Connecting the Temperature Sensors122
Probing the Workpiece124
- How to Ensure Correct Measurement124
- Probing Procedure124
- Special Features of VAST Probe System127
Automatic Probe Change130
Tips for Effective Operation131
Evaluating the Measuring Data132
- Limiting Values for Deviations132
- Causes of Large Deviations132
Terminating a Measuring Run133
- Effect of System Shutdown133
- Shutdown Procedure133
Chapter 8 Errors and Faults136
Errors Occurring Prior to the Measuring Run136
Faults During the Measuring Run137
Special Measures139
- After Collision139
- Probe Head Outside the Measuring Volume139
If Nothing else Helps143
Chapter 9 Maintenance and Care145
Maintenance146
Care148
- Overview149
- Care Measures149
- Inspection Measures152

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