Special tool measurement systems for turning machines and turning/milling centres for adaptation to customer-specific tasks. Precise tool setting and monitoring using innovative, face-geared shark360 measuring mechanism with optoelectronic switch signal generation.
TC53-20 | TC63-20 touch probes - Measure and monitor turning tools in the process
Wear-free, optoelectronic signal generation
- The trigger signal is generated via shading of a miniature light barrier
- Enables much higher measuring speeds and accuracy than with conventional probes
- Wear-free with long-term stability
Unique, patented shark360 measuring mechanism
- High-precision, face-geared measuring mechanism
- Defined deflection direction and constant deflection forces
- Extremely fast measurements
- Maximum measuring accuracy even with off-centre probing
Reliable and proven transmission technology
- TC53-20: Infrared Transmission
- TC63-20: BRC Radio Technology
- DUO-Mode: Sequential use of 2 infrared measuring systems with one receiver
- Sequential use of up to 6 radio measuring systems with one receiver
- TWIN mode: Simultaneous use of 2 radio measuring systems on one machine
- Very long battery life
BLUM Tool Setting Probes
Touch probes by BLUM can be used for the most varied measurement and monitoring tasks in CNC machining centres.
Tool Breakage Detection
Non-contact breakage detection of centric tools such as drills, mills, engraving tools, taps and reamers.
Tool Length Measurement
Automatic setting and wear monitoring of tools by quick and precise length measurement.
Tool Radius Measurement
Automatic recording of tool diameter and wear through quick and precise radius measurement.
Wear Compensation
Compensation of tool wear using measurements between the machining steps. The wear value is stored as an additive correction value in the tool offset memory.
Temperature Compensation
Compensation of the temperature-dependant thermal behaviour of machining centres.
Modular System
The modular design of the measuring system enables customer-specific adaptation for special measuring tasks. BLUM offers a comprehensive range of accessories such as extensions and elbows for this purpose.
Coolant Load
Reliable and fast measurements in coolant thanks to modern measuring mechanism and robust design.
Mass Production
Ideally suited to mass production under the harshest conditions.
Product features
- Max. probing speed: 2 m/min
- Min. tool diameter: 1 mm*
- Repeatability: 0.4 µm 2σ
- Protection class: IP68
- Approach directions: ±X, ±Y, -Z
- Very long battery life
* Depending on geometry and material of tool. Probing force must not result in damage to tool.
Additional information can be found in the relevant brochure and in the operating manual.
