Refer to your machine manual!
To measure both the length and radius of a tool, program the touch probe cycle 33 or 483 (Differences between Cycles 30 to 33 and Cycles 480 to 483). This cycle is particularly suitable for the first measurement of tools, as it saves time when compared with individual measurement of length and radius. Input parameters allow you to select which of the two following methods will be used to measure the tool:
- Measuring the tool while it is rotating
- Measuring the tool while it is rotating and subsequently measuring the individual teeth
Measuring the tool while it is rotating:
The control measures the tool in a fixed programmed sequence. First, if possible, it measures the tool length, and then the tool radius.
Measuring the individual teeth:
The control measures the tool in a fixed programmed sequence. First it measures the tool radius, then the tool length. The sequence of measurement is the same as for touch probe cycles 31 and 32 as well as 481 and 482.