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Manual Part No. 502923 Issue 3

5.0:  Mechanical Installation

5.0: Mechanical Installation

5.4: Tip Adjustment 

The Mini Probe Tip height can be adjusted over a 

0.5 mm range (± 0.25 mm from the factory set position 

-approximately ±½ turn).

To adjust tip

1)  Firmly hold the Mini Probe frame as shown, so that it is 

not stressed during the tip adjustment

2)  Using the spanner supplied, turn the tip until the 

required tip extension is achieved..

5.5: Tip Replacement 

To remove tip

1)  Firmly hold the Mini Probe frame, so that it is not 

stressed during the tip removal.

2)  Using the spanner supplied, unscrew the tip from 

the Mini Probe.

To install tip

1)  Firmly hold the Mini Probe frame, so that it is not 

stressed during the tip installation.

2)  Using the spanner supplied, screw the 

replacement tip into the Mini Probe until the required 

tip extension is achieved. The tip is self-locking, so a 

tightening torque is not applicable. Do not tighten the 

tip against the stop.

CAUTION

 

In order to avoid damage to the probe, it is critical that the Mini Probe is held firmly whilst the tip is being 

adjusted. Failure to do so will stress the assembly and may damage the structure beyond repair.

Summary of Contents for Solartron Metrology Digital Mini Probe

Page 1: ...1 Manual Part No 502923 Issue 3 user leaflet DIGITAL MINI PROBE ...

Page 2: ...6 5 2 Mounting 6 5 3 Cable 7 5 5 Tip Adjustment 8 5 6 Tip Replacement 8 6 0 PIE Probe Connections 9 6 1 PIE Probe Connections 9 6 2 Grounding Shielding 10 Section Title Page 7 0 Specifications 11 8 0 Outline Drawings 12 8 1 Outline Drawings DM 05 S 12 8 2 Outline Drawings DM 1 S 13 Return of Goods Solartron Sales Offices 1 0 Index 2 Manual Part No 502923 Issue 3 ...

Page 3: ...ere applicable cautionary or other information is to be found WARNINGS Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere To avoid explosion do not operate this equipment in an explosive atmosphere This equipment is not intended for use in a safety critical environment NOTES This equipment contains no user serviceable parts This equipment must be returned to your original supplier for all servicing and rep...

Page 4: ...ng applications such as automatic gauges The parallel spring also insures a high level of repeatability both on axis and across axis so that it can be used in dynamic applications where profiling is required The Digital version of the Mini Probe along with other digital products can be connected to a PC or PLC via the Orbit Network system or directly to a digital readout CAUTION The Mini Probe nee...

Page 5: ...5 Manual Part No 502923 Issue 3 4 0 Components of the Mini Probe 4 0 Components of the Mini Probe Location of M3 Mounting Screw Adjustable Tip Fluoroelastomer Boot Mounting Face ...

Page 6: ...ini Probe The probe head may be mounted in any orientation To ease installation the Mini Probe head can be disconnected from the PIE It is important that the PIE with the correct ident is used with the corresponding Mini Probe head To maximise service life and to minimise the potential for accidental damage the following points need to be considered Set probe height to minimise the amount of defle...

Page 7: ...en a minimum bend radius of 150 mm should be maintained A minimum bend radius of 1 mm is recommended for the wires coming out of the probe head These wires should not be subjected to regular bending If a cable is damaged it is not possible to repair it without affecting the probe calibration The complete assembly Mini Probe and PIE must be replaced WARNING When mounting the Mini Probe in a fixture...

Page 8: ... Mini Probe frame so that it is not stressed during the tip removal 2 Using the spanner supplied unscrew the tip from the Mini Probe To install tip 1 Firmly hold the Mini Probe frame so that it is not stressed during the tip installation 2 Using the spanner supplied screw the replacement tip into the Mini Probe until the required tip extension is achieved The tip is self locking so a tightening to...

Page 9: ... push the pin and socket together feeling for the pin and socket making contact before finally pushing them together Alternatively slide the sleeve back to expose the connector Push the pin and socket together and then slide the sleeve back into position Gently pull the ends of the sleeve to stretch it slightly This puts a little tension into the sleeve and helps to pull the connector pins togethe...

Page 10: ...ple Mini Probes are being used only one connection may be required For installations where the PIE module and the probe are mounted close to each other on common metalwork this extra connection may not be required The unshielded wires from the transducer should remain loosely twisted and be contained within or remain in close proximity to the metalwork These precautions will greatly improve the gr...

Page 11: ...11 Manual Part No 502923 Issue 3 7 0 Specification See Orbit3 Catalogue 7 0 Specification For instruction on using Orbit3 see the Orbit3 System Manual supplied on the Orbit3 Support Pack for Windows CD ...

Page 12: ...12 Manual Part No 502923 Issue 3 8 0 Outline Drawings 8 0 Outline Drawings Standard Product tip and specifications may vary 8 1 Mechanical Drawing DM 05 S ...

Page 13: ...13 Manual Part No 502923 Issue 3 8 0 Outline Drawings 8 0 Outline Drawings Standard Product tip and specifications may vary 8 2 Mechanical Drawing DM 1 S ...

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