5 using the 3-d touch probe, Overview – HEIDENHAIN TNC 128 (77184x-01) User Manual
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11.5 Using the 3-D touch probe
Overview
The following touch probe cycles are available in the Manual Operation
mode:
HEIDENHAIN grants a warranty for the function of the
touch probe cycles only if HEIDENHAIN touch probes are
used.
The TNC must be specially prepared by the machine tool
builder for the use of a 3-D touch probe. The machine
manual provides further information.
The touch probe cycles are available only with the Touch
probe function software option (option number 17). If you
are using a HEIDENHAIN touch probe, this option is
available automatically.
Function
Soft key
Page
Calibrate the touch probe
Set the datum in any axis
Set a circle center as datum
Set a center line as datum
Touch probe system data
management