Probes From MX and i units

The current probe information can be found by clicking on the Probe Options icon .

MicroScribe MX and i Products

MicroScribe MX and i systems ship with two 3mm ruby ball probes, which are 20mm long. In addition, all modern MicroScribe systems come with a user Probe Calibration Fixture (similar to the image to the right), which is used to qualify some custom probes and verify the new linear offsets to  send to the host application. This fixture is needed to take advantage of the "Custom Probe" option of this tab. The ruby ball probes shipped with each system are considered the "Default Probe" for MicroScribe MX and i systems. Simply leave the Use Default Probe option selected when using them. (The master calibration probe is identified with a red ring or dot.) However, nearly any M4 threaded probe can be used with MicroScribe MX or i systems, including those that are asymmetrical. You may need to use the Probe Calibration Fixture to qualify such probes for use with your software. For information on how to use custom probes see either the Using Probes with a Fixed Offset from the Default Probe or the Using a Custom Probe sections below. Please note: Revware authorized resellers offer various probes sets designed for inspection and reverse engineering projects. To find a reseller near you visit the MicroScribe section of www.revware.net

Probe Calibration Fixture Accessory

 

Using Probes with a Fixed Offset from the Default Probe

You can define Offset probes only for standard axial probes. If you wish to use a probe that has a tip that is off the central Z axis (J probes or bent probes as examples) you must use the Custom Probe method.

If you know the Z offset of your probe from the Default Probe, follow these steps:

1. On the MicroScribe device switch from the Default Probe to the new probe.
   
   
   
   
2. In the Probe Options tab of MUS select the Use Fixed Offset from Default Probe option.
   
   
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3. In the accompanying text field enter the difference between the new probe length and the Default Probe in the measurement system (mm or inches) specified in the Configuration tab. The difference measurement should be made from the center of the ball of the Default Probe to the end of the new probe, or to the center of the ball if it has one.
   
   
   
   The Default Probe is 20 mm in length to the center of the ball. If the probe is longer than the Standard Point Probe, the difference should be entered as a negative. If it is shorter, the difference should be entered as a positive.
   
   
   
   
4. Press the OK button at the bottom of the tab.
   
   
   
   
5. If you plan to use a probe with such a large offset from the Default Probe that the MicroScribe cannot be placed in the Home Position, please follow the Using a Custom Probe section.