Compact touch-trigger probe for high-precision measurement

The Renishaw RMP600 is a compact, high-precision, radio-trigger probe that combines all the benefits of an automatic part-setting probe with the ability to measure complex 3D part geometries on a wide range of machining centres. The RMP600 is ruggedly constructed, with sophisticated semiconductor electronics and interference-free signal transmission, to withstand the harshest machine tool environments. The

RMP600 uses innovative RENGAGETM strain gauge technology to achieve higher levels of accuracy than standard mechanical probes. Combining an innovative sensor mechanism with advanced electronics, RENGAGETM technology enables sub-micron 3D measurements on formed surfaces, even with longer styli. The use of strain gauge technology also enables the RMP600 to trigger at lower and highly stable trigger forces, with less stylus bending and negligible pre-travel, resulting in higher accuracy while maintaining good impact resistance.

The RMP600 probe is the world's second touch-trigger probe to use Frequency Hopping Signaling (FHSS). Unlike conventional radio transmission systems, the RMP600's FHSS transmission system does not use a dedicated radio channel. The probe and receiver 'hop' in sync over a continuous frequency, thus allowing multiple probe systems and other industrial equipment to co-exist. The

RMP600's signal is paired with the RMI receiver for long distance transmission with virtually no interference. The probe's FHSS transmission means that once paired, the RMP600 and RMI hop in sync, providing reliable communication. The radio probe can be 'turned on' with an M-code signal. The system complies with radio communication standards in the EU, USA, Japan, Canada, Switzerland, Australia, China and many other countries.