Fundamentals of touch probe cycles 14xx for setting presets

Characteristics common to all touch probe cycles 14xx for preset setting

Preset and tool axis

The control sets the preset in the working plane based on the touch probe axis that you defined in your measuring program.

Active touch probe axis

Preset setting in

Z

X and Y

Y

Z and X

X

Y and Z

Measurement results in Q parameters

The control saves the measurement results of the respective probing cycle in the globally effective Q parameters Q9xx. You can use the parameters in your NC program. Note the table of result parameters listed with every cycle description.

Programming and operating notes:

 
Tip
  • The probing positions are based on the programmed nominal coordinates in the I-CS.
  • See your drawing for the nominal positions.
  • Before defining a cycle, you must program a tool call in order to define the touch-probe axis.
  • The 14xx probing cycles support SIMPLE and L-TYPE styli.
  • In order to achieve optimal accuracy results with an L-TYPE stylus, HEIDENHAIN recommends that you perform probing and calibration at the same speed. Note the setting of the feed override if it is active during probing.