Lathe Inspection Touch Probes transmit radio or optical signals.

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Model RLP40 lathe inspection probes operate in 2.4 GHz frequency band and combine FHSS radio transmission with machine interface to deliver continuous communication with probe. Using modulated optical transmission to resist light interference, OLP40 units have 360° transmission systems for probe to operate in any orientation. Both probes provide unidirectional repeatability of 0.00004 in. and are IPX8-sealed. Eyelid protection system prevents contaminants from damaging inside of probes.



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New Lathe Inspection Touch Probes Available with Radio or Optical Signal Transmission



Design marries ultra-compact size with hardened construction for the turning environment.

Renishaw's new RLP40 and OLP40 lathe inspection probes offer a choice of signal transmission technologies - radio or optical - to make part set-up and inspection on turning centers accurate, simple and reliable. Measuring just 40 mm (1.57 in) in diameter and 58.3 mm (2.30 in) long, the probes provide uni-directional repeatability of 1µm (0.00004") and can be used to reduce set-up times, scrap, and fixture costs, while improving process control. Both designs are hardened and sealed to IPX8 to withstand the extreme environments typical of lathes and turning centers. A proven eyelid protection system prevents entry of swarf and chips that could damage probe internals.

The RLP40's unique frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) radio transmission pairs with the standard Renishaw Radio Machine Interface (RMI) and utilizes the 2.4GHz frequency band. The probe and its interface continually hop from one transmission channel to another, delivering unrivalled signal robustness and flexibility through frequency switching. Radio transmission allows continuous communication between the probe and the interface, even when line-of-sight is lost.

The OLP40 uses modulated optical transmission for high resistance to light interference, and its 360-degree transmission systems allows the probe to operate in any orientation. It also works with Renishaw's legacy transmission systems, while two touch probes can be used on one turning center when the OMI-2T interface unit is used.

A wide range of shanks is available, including parallel and tapered designs, for maximum flexibility when mounting the probes in a lathe or turning center turret. RMP40M and OMP40M "transmission-only" modules are also available to allow the use of Renishaw's LP2 family of touch probes and accessories in order to reach part features that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Renishaw's range of tool setting probes, inspection probes and probe software satisfies a wide range of machine tool probing applications, from setting of tools and workpieces to process control and on-machine verification. For further information visit http://www.renishaw.com/mtp

About Renishaw

Renishaw is a world leader in metrology and precision technologies, with a strong history of innovation in product development and manufacturing. Since its formation in 1973, Renishaw has supplied companies small and large, worldwide, with innovative products that increase productivity, improve product quality, and deliver cost-effective automation solutions.

A high level of investment in research and development (R&D) has resulted in developments across a wide range of other product areas, including material analysis, dentistry and medical devices. Total annual expenditure on R&D, including related engineering costs, now amounts to 17% of turnover.

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In USA: Susan Wilm, Marketing Assistant, Renishaw Inc., 5277 Trillium Blvd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60192. susan.wilm@renishaw.com Tel: 847.286.9953

In Canada: Dafydd Williams, General Manager, Renishaw (Canada) Limited, 2180 Dunwin Drive, Unit #1, Mississauga ONT L5L 5M8. dafydd.williams@renishaw.com Tel: 905.828.0104

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