Zeiss CenterMax, Operating Instructions Manual

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Description of the CMM
61211-1020202 CenterMax Operating Instructions
Probe system
Probe system types
The CenterMax is equipped with the VAST probe system.
Components of a probe system
The probe system comprises:
Functions of the components
Probing
The probe is used for probing the workpiece. One or more probes are
mounted on the adapter plate. The adapter plate and the probe form
a single unit.
H securing
The adapter plate is used to hold one or more probes and fasten
them to the probe head. Proper fastening is ensured by means of a
three-point bearing . The adapter plate is held by a magnet integrated
in the adapter plate receptacle of the probe head.
A pin located on the adapter plate receptacle is mated to a recess on
the edge of the adapter plate. The adapter plate must be inserted in
the adapter plate receptacle so that the pin fits into this recess.
VAST
Application Universal
Measuring principle measuring
Further information
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VAST
Probe head ×
Adapter plate ×
Probe stylus ×