High-precision Compact Touch Probe [RC-K3E]
Uninterrupted by NOISE!
Metrol’s Touch probe is resistant to radio wave interference compared to conventional infrared-ray communication and not affected by obstacles and coolant.
Achieving 1μm repeatability with four-point support mechanical system.
Reasons to choose Metrol’s High-precision Compact Touch Probe
Uninterrupted by noise,
New radio transmission system!
Selects the optimal channel automatically by searching the radio wave frequency band at all times. Metrol’s Touch probe is resistant to radio wave interference compared to conventional infrared-ray communication and not affected by obstacles and coolant.
1μm Repeatability!
Four-point support, mechanical structure. No correction of software “roving”.
Achieves 1μm repeatability.
Also suitable for Large turnmill centers and 5-Axis Machines for precise measurement.
Energy saving!
180 hours without a battery change.
50% more energy saving compared to conventional battery-operated system.
No deterioration of accuracy with decreasing battery life.
Product list
| Product No. | Download | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RC-K3E | Catalog (PDF) |
Options & Spec sheet (PDF) |
Manual (PDF) |
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Optional accessories
《Shank BT30 / BT40》
Various options of shanks are available on request.
《Stylus》
More options of styli are available on request.
Specifications
| Primary application | Measuring workpieces and centering |
|---|---|
| Single direction repeatability | 1.0μm (transmission speed : 150 mm / min) |
| Signal transmission format | FSK（DSSS）wireless transmission format |
| No. of channels / Wireless frequency | 37 / 2400MHz – 2481MHz |
| Power ON / OFF signal | M code (wireless signal) |
| Signal transmission range | Max.15m Within range of 15m, radio wave channels of communication are uninterrupted by any obstacles in between the transmitter and receiver. |
| Sensing directions | 5 directions ± X, ± Y, + Z |
| Contact force* | XY：0.5N +Z：5N |
| Overtravel* | XY：±7° +Z ：3mm |
| Protective structure | IP67 |
** When using standard finger
Metrol VS Competitor
| Metrol’s Touch Probes | Conventional Touch Probes | |
|---|---|---|
| Communication system | Radio communication | Infra-red optical communication |
| Repeatability |  1μm (No correction of software “roving” is needed) |
1μm (Correction of software “roving” is necessary) |
| Interruption by obstacles and coolant | Not interrupted
 |
 Interrupted |
| Price | （Please request for a quote） |
（High-priced） |
Applications
Zero seek for robots and Measuring of workpiece dimensions
Measuring complicated workpieces in high accuracy has been realized without being interrupted by obstacles.
Installation reference for FANUC Robo-drill
The receiver can be installed outside the machine and the visibility has been improved.
The cleaning maintenance due to the coolant and cutting chips is not required.
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