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RP3

RP3 tool setting probe for HPRA, HPPA and HPMA arms.

The RP3 is also suitable for OEM installation into purpose-built holders.

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About RP3

HPPAThe RP3 probe is suitable for OEM installation into purpose-built holders, or for use with Renishaw''s automatic or manual tool setting arms.

A robust 5-way probe for tool setting and some inspection applications. Advanced design has produced an extremely small probe with 1 µm repeatability and large over-travel.

The MI 8-4 interface is required for use with the RP3 hard-wired probe.

RP3 features and benefits

  • 1 µm repeatability

  • Compatible with the full range of Renishaw M4 styli

  • Standard fit HP series toolsetting arm (HPRA, HPPA and HPMA)

  • Flexibility - OEM kit available for OEM installations

  • Large 9° of over-travel - increases the durability of the probe

RP3 specification

Specification 
Sense directions±X, ±Y, +Z 
Weight80 g (3 oz)
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

 

1.5 N (5.3 ozf)

3.5 N (12.3 ozf)

12.0 N (42.3 ozf)

Stylus overtravel

XY plane

+Z direction

 

±9°

2 mm (0.08 in)

Recommended stylus length48.75 mm (1.90 in)
SealingIP X8
MountingRefer to user's guide for customer integration details.

Compatible interface

MI 8-4

Ordering information

For the full parts list see the Data sheet below.

Data sheet

Marketing literature

User's guide

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Next steps

Contact us online if you require more information or you have a pricing query, or alternatively you may like to speak directly to your local Renishaw office.