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MH8
MH8 manual indexing probe head
A compact, indexing probe head designed for use on small manual CMMs
- Compatible with TP20, TP6 and TP2 probes
- Universal M8 thread for probe connection
- Repeatable indexing in 168 positions in 15° steps
- The CMM operator need only qualify the required probe positions once during set up
- 50 mm (1.97 in) probe extension bar can be fitted to extend measurement capability
Dimensions
Dimensions in mm (in)

Specification
Head mounting | Shank to suit CMM (MS range) |
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Probe mounting | M8 thread |
Probe status indication | 1 LED |
Cable connection | 5-pin DIN 180° socket |
A-axis indexing | 0° to 90° in 15° repeatable steps = 7 positions |
B-axis indexing | ±180° in 15° repeatable steps = 24 positions |
Weight | 205 g (7.23 oz) |
Repeatability of position (2σ) | 1.5 μm (0.00006 in) TP2 and 10 mm (0.39 in) stylus fitted |
Maximum extension bar | 50 mm (1.97 in) PEL1 only |
Suitable head interface | PI 200-3 |
Installation and user's guides
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User guide: MH8
The MH8 is a manually operated, indexing probe head that articulates to provide orientation of the stylus.
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User guide: MH8 manual indexible probe head
Multilingual guide - EN / DE / FR / IT
Part number | |
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MH8 manual indexing probe head kits | |
MH8 probe head kit, includes required shank (see below for complete part number) | A-1332-**** |
MH8 probe head only | A-1332-0002 |
MS1 | MS2 | MS3 | MS4 | MS5 | MS6 | MS7 | MS8 | MS9 | MS10 | MS11 | MS12 | MS13 | MS14 | MS15 | MS17 | D shank | |
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A- | 0003 | 0004 | 0005 | 0006 | 0007 | 0008 | 0009 | 0010 | 0011 | 0014 | 0012 |