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Cable-free OTS Twin-Probe System from Renishaw performs automated part set-up, measurement, tool setting and broken tool detection. The machine tool system combines a spindle-mounted OMP40-2 inspection probe and OTS tool-setting probe with an optical receiver, enabling fast system integration and cable-free installation on machining centers, especially with twin pallets and rotary tables.

Renishaw introduces a cable-free Twin Probe System combining part set-up and measurement with tool setting and broken tool detection. The Twin-Probe System uses the same optical receiver to process signals from a spindle-mounted OMP40-2 inspection probe and new OTS tool setting probe. Optical signal transmission enables fast system integration and a cable-free machine environment. Easily installed on a wide range of machining centers. the Twin Probe System allows users to achieve greater automation of part processing and enable more productive use of operator time and skills.

The OTS tool setting probe is a robust, compact design for broken tool detection and rapid measurement of tool length an diameter. Cable-free operation eliminates restrictions on table movement. The cable-less tool setter is particularly suited to machines with twin pallets or rotary tables, which historically have been proven challenging for installation of hard-wired tool setters.

The OMP40-2 is an upgrade of Renishaw's original, award-winning OMP40 touch probe. Compact design make it especially effective in bringing on-machine probing advantages to small machining centers and the growing rage of high-speed machines fitted with small HSK and other small taper spindles. Use programmable parameters make the OMP40-2 simple to optimize for specific machine applications. Renishaw's unique Trigger-Logic™ programming method allows users to easily program probe options. This avoids the need to access internal probe components, eliminating the risk of damage from coolant or debris ingress.

Sealed to withstand harsh machine tool environments, the OMP40-2 also is highly resistant to false-triggering from shock and vibration. Fully compatible with existing and future Renishaw optical systems, it can be used with high-speed, single-touch or double-touch probing routines.

The Twin Probe System uses Renishaw's OMI-2T optical receiver, which incorporates Renishaw's new modulated optical transmission for highest level resistance to light interference.

The OMI-2T activates the OMI40-2 and OTC and gives visual indication of activation.

For more information on the new Twin Probe System, contact Dave Bozich, Business Manager – Machine Tool Products, Renishaw Inc. Phone 847-286-9953. Fax 847-286-9974. Email: dave.bozich@renishaw.com. END