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RSP3
The RSP3 range of probes gives REVO-2 users the ability to carry cranked stylus arrangements and enhanced capability for carrying long styli.
The RSP3-1 / 2 / 3 / 4 probes can be used for both 3D-scanning (X, Y, Z) and touch-trigger applications. They enable accurate scanning measurement with effective stylus lengths ranging from 20 mm - 394 mm. The RSP3-6 probe, on the other hand, provides REVO-2 with enhanced capability for carrying long cranked and straight styli. RSP3-6 can be used for 2D scanning and 3D touch-trigger applications. It carries straight extensions up to 800 mm from REVO-2's A-axis centre of rotation, and cranked extensions up to 600 mm from REVO-2's A-axis centre of rotation.
The RSP3 range uses 3-axis scanning with fixed REVO-2 head angles during measurement. Each probe is designed to provide optimized accuracy and contact force over a specified stylus range. Consequently, the RSH3 stylus holders are intended to fit only with their respective RSP3 probe.
Design principles of the RSP3 scanning probes
RSP3 uses an optical transducer sensor and a pivoting motion system similar to that found in SP25M system.
The probe's pivoting motion system has two diaphragm springs. One of the RSP3 springs allows movement in all directions whilst the other (pivot) spring is stiff in (probe) X and Y, but allows movement in Z. Its optical transducer sensor system has two infrared light emitting diodes that project invisible infrared beams on mirrors mounted on the pivoting moving structure within the probe. The mirrors focus the beams back onto two position sensitive devices (PSDs) which provide signal outputs in the three probe axes: p,q,r (converted into X, Y, Z signals by the calibration routine).
Unlike the SP25M, the RSP3's probe and module elements are built as one.

RSP3-# changing system
The RCP TC-2 (thermally controlled REVO-2 change port) is used for changing RSP3-1 / 2 / 3 / 4. RCP TC-3 is used for changing RSP3-6. The FCR25 (flexible change rack) is configured to change SH25-# or the newer RSH3-# stylus holders. RSH3-6# stylus holders should be changed using RCP2.
RSP3-1 / 2 / 3 / 4

NOTE: Please observe the orientation of the probe in the RCP TC-2.
The stylus tool is used to keep the port lid open during calibration. It must be removed for normal operation.
RSP3-6

Dimensions
Dimensions in mm

When RSH3-3 is used with a 25 mm long cranked stylus, the use of a 20 mm extension is recommended as it balances the spring rates (X, Y and Z) of the probe and results in better metrology.
RSP3-1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Characteristic | Requirements |
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Probe attributes | Scanning with 3-axis measurement (X, Y, Z) and 3-axis touch-trigger |
Measurement range | ±0.5 mm deflection in all directions in all orientations |
Overtravel range |
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X, Y | 2 mm |
+Z | 1.7 mm |
-Z | 1.2 mm |
Resolution | Capable of <0.1 μm |
Spring rate | Nominally 0.6 N/mm - when using shortest specified stylus Nominally 0.2 N/mm - when using longest specified stylus |
Weight |
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RSP3-1 | 86 g (3.03 oz) (excluding stylus holder and stylus) |
RSP3-2 | 90 g (3.17 oz) (excluding stylus holder and stylus) |
RSP3-3 | 94 g (3.32 oz) (excluding stylus holder and stylus) |
RSP3-4 | 101 g (3.56 oz) (excluding stylus holder and stylus) |
Effective stylus length range | Always observe the specified stylus range for the scanning module being used. Use Renishaw's M3 range of styli. |
RSP3-1 + RSH3-1 | EWL 20 mm - 50 mm (0.79 in - 1.97 in) using 20 mm - 50 mm stylus |
RSP3-2 + RSH3-2 | EWL 44 mm - 99 mm (1.73 in - 3.90 in) using 20 mm - 75 mm stylus |
RSP3-3 + RSH3-3 | EWL 114 mm - 194 mm (4.49 in - 7.64 in) using 20 mm - 100 mm stylus |
RSP3-4 + RSH3-4 | EWL 214 mm - 394 mm (7.64 in - 15.51 in) using 20 mm - 200 mm stylus |
Mounting | Magnetised kinematic coupling |
Crash protection | |
±X, ±Y, -Z | Via break out of probe or stylus holder |
+Z | Via integral bump-stop design |
Signal outputs | Non-linear and non-orthogonal analogue outputs - rate gain and resolution are not fixed |
Change rack options | |
RCP TC-2 | Thermally controlled change port for probe changing only This single port unit mounts on the MRS / MRS2 rack |
FCR25 with FCR25 front spacer kit | Triple port unit which mounts on the MRS / MRS2 rack |
Interface options | UCC S5 |
RSP3-6
Characteristic | Requirements |
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Probe attributes | 2-axis scanning (X,Y) and 3-axis touch-trigger (X,Y,Z) |
Measurement range | ±0.5 mm deflection in all directions in all orientations |
Overtravel range |
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X, Y | 2 mm |
+Z | 1.7 mm |
-Z | 1.2 mm |
Resolution | Capable of <0.1 μm |
Weight | 300 g (10.58 oz) (excluding stylus holder and stylus) |
Effective stylus length range |
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RSP3-6 + RSH3-6c-500 | EWL 348 mm (13.70 in) using M2 star centre |
RSP3-6 + RSH3-6c-600 | EWL 448 mm (17.64 in) using M2 star centre |
RSP3-6 + RSH3-6-600 | EWL 456 mm (17.95 in) using 10 mm stylus |
RSP3-6 + RSH3-6-700 | EWL 556 mm (21.89 in) using 10 mm stylus |
RSP3-6 + RSH3-6-800 | EWL 656 mm (25.83 in) using 10 mm stylus |
Mounting | Magnetised kinematic coupling |
Crash protection |
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±X, ±Y, -Z | Via break out of probe or stylus holder |
+Z | Via integral bump-stop design |
Change rack options |
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RCP TC-3 | Thermally controlled change port for probe changing only This single port unit mounts to the MRS or MRS2 |
RCP2 | For stylus holder changing only This single port unit mounts to the MRS or MRS2 |
Interface options | UCC S5 |
Flyers and brochures
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Flyer: RSP3-1 to RSP3-4 probes for REVO-2
REVO-2 is the only scanning system for CMMs that simultaneously controls the motion of three machine and two head axes whilst collecting work piece data using its range of 2D and 3D tactile probes, surface roughness measurement probe and now non-contact vision probe too.
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Flyer: RSP3-6 extended reach probe
The RSP3-6 provides enhanced capability for accessing deep bores and inspecting features within large parts. It is available with a range of stylus holders for applications requiring straight and cranked extensions and can be used for both touch-trigger and 2D scanning applications.
Installation and user's guides
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User guide: REVO-2
REVO-2 is a dynamic measuring head and probe system from Renishaw. It is a revolutionary product designed to maximise measurement throughput whilst maintaining high system accuracy.
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Installation & user's guide: RSP3
The RSP3 range of probes gives REVO users the ability to carry cranked stylus arrangements and enhanced capability for carrying long styli.
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Installation & user's guide: SFP2
The SFP2 probe system brings automated surface finish (roughness) measurement to CMMs as part of the REVO 5-axis multi-sensor measuring system.
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User guide: RVP
RVP is a non-contact vision measurement probe for use with the REVO-2 5-axis measurement system on co-ordinate measuring machines.
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User guide: RFP1
The REVO fringe probe (RFP1) is a non-contact structured light sensor for the REVO® system offering highly accurate measurement of surface topology on an infinite positioning, 5-axis CMM platform.
Videos
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RSP3 scanning video
This video shows REVO with an RSP3 attached, measuring a variety of parts
Part number | |
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REVO-2 5-axis scanning system kits | |
REVO-2 entry kit (includes 1 × REVO-2 head kit, 1 × RSP2 V2 probe, 1 × RSH250 kit, 1 × datum ball kit) | A-5518-1095 |
REVO-2 S5 controller kit (including 1 × UCC S5, 1 × SPA3 amp, 1 × REVO air filer assembly, 1 × REVO 6 mm air pipe, 1 × UCC T3 connector kit, 1 × MCU5-2 joystick, 1 × PSU) | A-5518-0096 |
REVO-2 S5 controller kit (including 1 × UCC S5, 1 × SPA3 amp, 1 × REVO air filer assembly, 1 × REVO 6 mm air pipe, 1 × UCC T3 connector kit, 1 × MCU W-2 joystick, MCU W battery pack (2 batteries), 1 × PSU) | A-5518-0098 |
REVO RSP2 probe | |
RSP2 V2 probe (probe only) | A-3060-0028 |
RSP2 stylus holder kits | |
RSH175 stylus holder kit (including 1 × RSH175, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3060-0024 |
RSH250 stylus holder kit (including 1 × RSH250, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3060-0021 |
RSH350 stylus holder kit (including 1 × RSH350, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3060-0022 |
RSH450 stylus holder kit (including 1 × RSH450, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3060-0026 |
RSH500 stylus holder kit (including 1 × RSH500, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3060-0023 |
REVO RSP3 probe kits | |
REVO RSP3-1 probe kit (including 1 × RSP3-1 probe, 1 × RSH3-1 stylus holder, 1 × 20 mm extension and styli) | A-3060-0331 |
REVO RSP3-2 probe kit (including 1 × RSP3-2 probe, 1 × RSH3-2 stylus holder, 1 × 20 mm extension and styli) | A-3060-0332 |
REVO RSP3-3 probe kit (including 1 × RSP3-3 probe, 1 × RSH3-3 stylus holder, 1 × 20 mm extension and styli) | A-3060-0333 |
REVO RSP3-4 probe kit (including 1 × RSP3-4 probe, 1 × RSH3-4 stylus holder, 1 × 20 mm extension and styli) | A-3060-0334 |
RSP3 stylus holder kits | |
RSH3-1 stylus holder kit (includes 1 × stylus holder, 1 × PA25-RSH3 port adapter, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3061-2521 |
RSH3-2 stylus holder kit (includes 1 × stylus holder, 1 × PA25-RSH3 port adapter, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3061-2522 |
RSH3-3 stylus holder kit (includes 1 × stylus holder, 1 × PA25-RSH3 port adapter, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3061-2523 |
RSH3-4 stylus holder kit (includes 1 × stylus holder, 1 × PA25-RSH3 port adapter, 1 × stylus tools) | A-3061-2524 |
RSP3-6 probe | |
RSP3-6 probe (probe only) | A-6084-0001 |
RSP3-6 stylus holder kits | |
RSH3-6c-500 kit for cranked styli (includes 1 × stylus holder, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-6084-0015 |
RSH3-6c-600 kit for cranked styli (includes 1 × stylus holder, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-6084-0016 |
RSH3-6-600 kit (includes 1 × stylus holder, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-6084-0006 |
RSH3-6-700 kit (includes 1 × stylus holder, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-6084-0007 |
RSH3-6-800 kit (includes 1 × stylus holder, 2 × Ø6 by 10 M2 styli, 1 × stylus tools) | A-6084-0008 |
REVO SFP2 kits | |
SFP2 combi kit #1 (A1 and A2 modules, single artefact) | A-5764-0001 |
SFP2 combi kit #2 (single artefact, no modules) | A-5764-0002 |
SFP2 combi kit #3 (A1 and A2 modules, triple artefact) | A-5764-0003 |
SFP2 combi kit #4 (triple artefact, no modules) | A-5764-0004 |
Single artefact kit (SFA1 and single artefact holding kit) | A-5764-0072 |
Triple artefact kit (SFA1, 2, 3 and triple artefact holding kit) | A-5764-0073 |
Probe and modules | |
SFP2 surface finish probe with integral rotary C-axis | |
SFM-A1 2 µm general purpose straight module (type A skid) | A-5764-0020 |
SFM-A1 5 µm general purpose straight module (type A skid) | A-5764-0022 |
SFM-A2 2 µm general purpose cranked module (type A skid) | A-5764-0021 |
SFM-A2 5 µm general purpose cranked module (type A skid) | A-5764-0023 |
SFM-B1 2 µm straight module with smaller skid for short lands (type B skid) | A-5764-0025 |
SFM-B1 5 µm straight module with smaller skid for short lands (type B skid) | A-5764-0050 |
SFM-B2 2 µm cranked module with smaller skid for short lands (type B skid) | A-5764-0026 |
SFM-B2 5 µm cranked module with smaller skid for short lands (type B skid) | A-5764-0024 |
SFM-B3 5 µm 90° module with smaller skid for pockets and grooves (type B skid) | A-5764-0027 |
SFM-B4 5 µm cranked module with smaller skid for reach into confined areas (type B skid) | A-5764-0034 |
SFM-B5 5 µm cranked module with smaller skid for reach into undercuts and grooves (type B skid) | A-5764-0029 |
SFM-C2 2 µm straight module for small bores (type C skid) | A-5764-0031 |
SFM-C2 5 µm straight module for small bores (type C skid) | A-5764-0032 |
SFM-D1 2 µm 90° module for extra reach (type D skid) | A-5764-0035 |
SFM-D1 5 µm 90° module for extra reach (type D skid) | A-5764-0036 |
SFM-E1 2 µm long straight module with 2-part skid (type E skid) | A-5764-0040 |
SFM-E1 5 µm long straight module with 2-part skid (type E skid) | A-5764-0038 |
SFM-E2 5 µm long straight module with 2-part skid (type E skid) | A-5764-0041 |
Accessories | |
SFH-1 surface finish module holder | A-5764-0080 |
SFH-2 surface finish module holder | A-5764-0081 |
SFA1 3.0 SIN artefact (SFA1 plate with UKAS certificate) | A-5764-0060 |
SFA2 0.5 SIN artefact (SFA2 plate with UKAS certificate) | A-5764-0061 |
SFA3 0.4 ST artefact (SFA3 plate with UKAS certificate) | A-5764-0062 |
OFA optical flat artefact (* Special product) | A-5764-3142 |
Single artefact holder mounting kit. Contains: SFAH-1 single plate holder, rack adaptor, leg adaptor, fixings for all options, tools | A-5764-0070 |
Triple artefact holder mounting kit. Contains: SFAH-2 triple plate holder, rack adaptor, leg adaptor, fixings for all options, tools | A-5764-0071 |
TFP tip find probe kit (incl TP20 LF mod, stylus, PL24 cable) | A-5764-0063 |
MST module setting tool | A-5764-0091 |
System storage box | A-5764-0090 |
Software | |
MODUS surface texture - standard | M-5639-0228 |
MODUS surface texture - advanced | M-5639-0227 |
REVO-2 RVP kits | |
RVP REVO-2 vision probe kit | A-5378-0080 |
VM10 vision module kit | A-5378-0082 |
VM11 vision module kit | A-5378-0087 |
VPCP vision probe change port kit | A-5378-0081 |
VMCP vision module change port kit | A-5378-0083 |
VA10 vision artefact kit | A-5378-0085 |
REVO rack kits | |
REVO MRS2 rack kit #1 (includes 1 × MRS2 400 mm leg kit, 1 × MRS2 400 mm rail kit, 2 × RCP2, 1 × TDA) - 400 mm of rail space | A-3060-2631 |
REVO MRS2 rack kit #2 (includes 1 × MRS2 400 mm leg kit, 1 × MRS2 600 mm rail kit, 2 × RCP TC-2, 2 × RCP2, 1 × RCP TC PSU unit, 1 × TDA) - 600 mm of rail space | A-3060-2632 |
REVO MRS2 rack kit #3 (includes 1 × MRS2 600 mm leg kit, 1 × MRS2 600 mm rail kit, 1 × MRS2 front spaced 600 mm rail kit, 2 × RCP TC-2, 2 × RCP2, 1 × RCP TC PSU unit, 1 × TDA) - 1200 mm of rail space | A-3060-2633 |
REVO MRS2 rack kit #4 (includes 1 × MRS2 800 mm leg kit, 1 × MRS2 600 mm rail kit, 1 × MRS2 front spaced 600 mm rail kit, 1 × MRS2 back spaced 600 mm rail kit, 2 × RCP TC-2, 2 × RCP2, 1 × RCP TC PSU unit, 1 × TDA) - 1800 mm of rail space | A-3060-2634 |
REVO MRS2 rack kit #5 (includes 1 × MRS2 600 mm leg kit, 1 × MRS2 1000 mm rail kit, 1 × MRS2 front spaced 1000 mm rail kit, 2 × RCP TC-2, 2 × RCP2, 1 × RCP TC PSU unit, 1 × TDA) - 2000 mm of rail space | A-3060-2635 |
REVO MRS2 rack kit #6 (includes 1 × MRS2 800 mm leg kit, 1 × MRS2 1000 mm rail kit, 1 × MRS2 front spaced 1000 mm rail kit, 1 × MRS2 back spaced 1000 mm rail kit, 2 × RCP TC-2, 2 × RCP2, 1 × RCP TC PSU unit, 1 × TDA) - 3000 mm of rail space | A-3060-2636 |
REVO rack ports and rack accessories | |
REVO RCP2 change port for RSP2, SFP1 and RSP3-6 stylus holders | A-3060-0090 |
REVO RCP TC-2 thermally controlled change port for REVO probes | A-3061-0310 |
REVO RCP TC PSU unit | A-3061-0302 |
RCP TC-3 high force storage port | A-3061-0320 |
REVO FCR25 flexible change rack kit for changing RSH3 stylus holders: three port unit for MRS system (includes 1 × FCR25, 3 × PA25-RSH3, 1 × REVO FCR25 adaptor kit) | A-3061-0105 |
TDA (tip datum artefact) | A-3060-0085 |
DC link cable | A-3060-0015 |
1.5 m dc extension cable | A-3060-0016 |
5 m dc extension cable | A-3060-0017 |
10 m dc extension cable | A-3060-0018 |
REVO FCR25 adaptor | A-3061-0101 |
REVO accessories | |
REVO datum ball kit (including 45 mm datum ball in wooden box with M6, M8, M10, 5/16, 3/8 mounting studs and spanner set) | A-3060-0310 |
REVO mechanical fuse mount (crash protection) | A-3060-0300 |
REVO RCP door replacement kit | A-3061-1962 |
PA25-RSH3 kit (includes 3 × PA25-RSH3 port inserts) | A-3061-2530 |
REVO air pipe 6 mm O/D × 20 m | A-3060-0082 |
REVO air filter set | A-3060-0070 |
15 m cable for use with PH20 and REVO | A-5669-0015 |
25 m cable for use with PH20 and REVO | A-5759-0025 |
30 m cable for use with REVO | A-5669-0030 |
REVO Y cable adaptor kit | A-3060-0045 |