Zeiss CenterMax, Operating Instructions Manual

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Introduction
61211-1020202 CenterMax Operating Instructions
Proper use
Warranty
The coordinate measuring machine (CMM) may be used only for its
intended purpose. The user is liable for any damage incurred during
improper use of the CMM.
CMM
The CMM can be used to determine the geometric sizes of work-
pieces. The workpieces may be made of metal or plastic.
Movable axes
The CMM can be moved in all axes and probes the workpiece in the x,
y and z coordinate directions. A rotary axis is available when using a
rotary table.
Dimensions, position
and form
Geometric sizes are for example width, length, height as well as the
diameter and depth of bores.
The position of bores is calculated from the measuring data. Further-
more, the form of workpieces, e.g. the form of a turbine bucket can
be determined by means of a special software.
Danger!
The CMM must not be used for determining geometric sizes of work-
pieces. The CMM must not be used for any purposes other than those
listed below.
Only workpieces and objects required for measurement may be
placed on the measuring table.
Functions of the CMM:
– Workpiece probing in six directions (±x, ±y, ±z).
This is ensured by means of three moving machine axes. Probing is
executed by a probing system. For measurement, the workpieces
must be fastened on the measuring table.
– The measuring table has the following functions:
– Support of one or more workpieces
– Support of the calibration tools
– Storage of a probe rack (option)
– Storage of a rotary table (option) – the rotary table is either inte-
grated in the measuring table or attached on top of it.
– Fastening of the workpieces and installation of the probe racks,
calibration tools and the rotary table via the threaded holes pro-
vided in the measuring table.
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