MP12 uses the legacy optical transmission method, therefore must be paired with either the OMI or the OMM / MI12 receiver and interface.
| Specification | |
| Sense directions | ±X, ±Y, +Z |
| Weight | 420 g (15 oz) |
| Transmission type | Uni-directional infra-red optical transmission |
| Transmission range | OMI: 3 m (9.84 ft) OMM: 3 m (9.84 ft) |
| Uni-directional repeatability (max 2 sigma at stylus tip) | 1.0 µm (0.00004 in) |
| Trigger force XY plane - lowest force XY plane - highest force +Z direction | 0.65 N (2.25 ozf) 1.60 N (5.64 ozf) 8.0 N (28.2 ozf) |
| Stylus overtravel XY plane +Z direction | ±15° 11 mm (0.43 in) |
| Standard stylus length | 50 mm (1.97 in) |
| Maximum stylus length | 100 mm (3.94 in) |
| Battery type | 4 x LR6 (AA 1.5V alkaline) |
| Battery life - stand-by - 5% usage - continuous life | 365 days 80 - 98 days 110 - 140 hours |
| Sealing | IP X8 |
| Shanks | Various |
| Compatible interface | OMI or OMM / MI12 |
| Part number | Description |
| A-2075-0015 | Probe outer diaphragm replacement kit |
| A-2075-0144 | Tool kit |
| A-2075-0002 | Battery cover |
The MP12 uses infra-red optical transmission. It is turned on using either an M code or the auto-start feature, and is turned off using either an M code or an internal timer.
