Renishaw plc T +44 (0)1453 524524

New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge, F +44 (0)1453 524901

Installation and user’s guide
Gloucestershire, GL12 8JR E uk@[Link] H-2000-5018-08-A
United Kingdom [Link]

TS27R - tool setting probe

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*H-2000-5018-08*
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Renishaw Part no: H-2000-5018-08-A

Issued: 05.08
ii Contents

TS27R probe system....................................... 1-1 Fitting the stylus and captive link..................... 1-10

Operation......................................................... 1-2 Break stem...................................................... 1-11

Specification.................................................... 1-3 Stylus level setting........................................... 1-12

Interface unit.................................................... 1-3 Square stylus alignment.................................. 1-13

Dimensions...................................................... 1-4 Service and maintenance................................ 1-14

Installation....................................................... 1-5 Diaphragm maintenance................................. 1-15

Wiring connection diagrams............................ 1-6... Parts list........................................................... 1-16

 Preliminary information iii

FCC
Information to user (FCC Section 15.19)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Information to user (FCC Section 15.105)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
this installation guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.

Information to user (FCC Section 15.21)

The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Renishaw plc or authorised representative could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Information to user (FCC Section 15.27)

The user is also cautioned that any peripheral device installed with this equipment such as a computer, must be connected with a high-
quality shielded cable to insure compliance with FCC limits.
iv Installation and user’s guide

Installation and user’s guide

Warranty CNC machine

Equipment requiring attention under warranty CNC machine tools must always be operated by
must be returned to your supplier. No claims will competent persons in accordance with
be considered where Renishaw equipment has manufacturers instructions.
been misused, or repairs or adjustments have
been attempted by unauthorised persons. Care of the probe

Changes to equipment Keep system components clean and treat the

probe as a precision tool.
Renishaw reserve the right to change
specifications without obligation to change
equipment previously sold.

Safety

The TS27R system must be installed by a competent person, observing relevant safety precautions.
Before starting work, ensure that the machine tool is in a safe condition with the power switched OFF
and the power supply to the MI 8/MI 8-4 disconnected.
 TS27R probe system 1-1

Diameter setting
Rotate tool in
Alternative interface units TS27R probe
Z reverse direction
11 7
Cable
X/Y
5
CNC
machine 1
MI 8-4 interface
control
2

4 3
7
10
MI 8 interface 6

Machine table
T slot
9 8
The TS27R probe is used for tool setting on CNC 1. Stylus
machining centres. 2. Stylus holder for disc or square styli
For tool length measurements and broken tool 3. Captive link
detection, the tool is driven against the probe’s 4. Break stem
stylus in the Z axis. Rotating tools can be set in X 5. Front cover
and Y axes for tool radius offsets. 6. Probe’s base holding screws
7. Stylus level alignment – adjusting screws
Screw adjusters allow the stylus to be aligned with
8. Plinth
the machine’s axes.
9. Square stylus axes alignment – adjusting screws
An interface unit processes signals between the 10. Square stylus axes alignment – locking screws
probe and the CNC control. 11. Conduit adaptor
1-2 Operation

Achievable set-up tolerances The surface cutting speed is not maintained if

cutters smaller than Ø24 mm (Ø0.95) or larger
The tolerances to which tools can be set depend
than Ø127 mm (Ø5.0 in) are used.
upon the flatness and parallelism of the stylus tip
setting. A value of 5 µm (0.0002 in) front to back First touch – machine feed rate
and side to side is easily achievable over the flat
The feedrate (f) is calculated as follows:
portion of the stylus tip, and 5 µm (0.0002 in)
parallelism is easily achievable with the axes of a f = 0.16 × rev/min f units mm/min (diameter set)
square tip stylus. This setting accuracy is sufficient f = 0.12 × rev/min f units mm/min (length set)
for the majority of tool setting applications.
Second touch – machine feed rate
Recommended rotating tool feed rates 800 rev/min, 4 mm/min (0.16 in/min) feedrate.

Cutters should be rotated in reverse to the cutting Software routines

direction.
Software routines for tool setting are available
First touch – machine spindle rev/min from Renishaw for various machine controllers
and are described in data sheet H-2000-2289.
Rev/min for the first move against the probe stylus
is calculated from a surface cutting speed of
60 m/min (197 ft/min).

Spindle speed should be maintained within the

range 150 rev/min to 800 rev/min and relates
to cutters of Ø24 mm to Ø127 mm (Ø0.95 in to
Ø5.0 in).
 Specification and interface unit 1-3

Specification Interface unit

Sense directions Normally mounted to sense in the The MI 8-4 interface is fully described in
machine’s ±X, ±Y and –Z axes user’s guide H-2000-5008. The alternative
Uni-directional 1 µm (0.00004 in). MI 8 interface is fully described in user’s
repeatability Maximum mean 2 sigma (2s) value* guide H-2000-5015.
Stylus trigger force 1.3 N to 2.4 N / 130 gf to 240 gf (4.6 ozf to
8.5 ozf) depending on sense direction The MI 8-4 interface is used with the
Temperature standard G31 SKIP type control probe
Operating +5 °C to 60 °C (41 °F to 140° F) input. The probe’s status output operates
Storage –10 °C to 70 °C (14 °F to 158 °F) between 4.75 Vdc and 30 Vdc.
*Valid as tested with a 35 mm straight stylus and a velocity of
480 mm/min in the centre of the stylus tip All inputs are fully configurable for ACTIVE
Disc stylus Square stylus
HIGH and ACTIVE LOW operation.
Tungsten carbide Ceramic tip, 75 Rockwell C. The interface also includes an ‘inhibit’
75 Rockwell C. 19.05 mm × 19.05 mm × 8 mm
Ø12.7 mm × 8 mm (0.75 in x 0.75 in x 0.31 in)
function, as well as a facility for simple
(Ø0.5 in × 0.31 in) Ø19.05 mm selection between the tool setting probe
(0.75 in) and an inspection probe.
Ø12.7 mm Ø19.05 mm The MI 8 interface is used with the
(0.5 in) (0.75 in) standard G31 SKIP type control probe
input. Probe status output is a voltage-free
SSR (solid state relay) which is invertable
Ø8 mm Ø8 mm via a switch (SW1).
Break stem (0.31 in) (0.31 in)
Maximum current 50 mA peak
Stylus Maximum voltage ±50 V peak
holder An inhibit function is included, and a
Captive link facility to drive an external probe status
LED.
1-4 TS27R dimensions

dimensions mm (in) Z Z X/Y

overtravel overtravel
50 (1.97) 56 (2.20) 5.5 (0.21) at Minimum 10°
stylus centre in all axes
27 (1.06) 8 (0.31) X/Y X/Y
Stylus
Stylus

33 (1.3)
pivot point

81.75 (3.22)
60.75 (2.39)
Conduit adaptor
L H H H

Machine table
Ø54 (Ø2.125) PCD
T bolt assembly
To be supplied by user. Ø63.5 (Ø2.5)
Two holes
Bolt diameter M12 (0.50) maximum for spirol® pins
Ø6.13 (0.24)
5.95 (0.23)
L2 L1 ×
13 (0.51) deep
minimum

45° Four holes for spirol® pins

(two are used) equi-spaced
Spirol® pin on Ø54 (2.125) PCD
 Installation 1-5

Mounting the probe on the machine table diameter 4.4 mm (0.17 in). Probe circuit – red and
1. Select a position for the probe on the machine blue cores (yellow and green not used).
table. Extension cable (15 m maximum extension)
2. Detach the probe base and the plinth from the
Maximum permitted cable length:
probe by removing the two screws H and the
screw L1 using a 4 mm AF hexagon key. Probe to interface – 25 m (82 ft) long
3. Fit the T bolt (not supplied by Renishaw). Two-core 7/0.2 mm polyurethene insulated and
4. Tighten the T bolt to secure the probe base to screened cable. Maintain the screen through the
the machine table. joins.
5. Refit the probe and plinth onto the base and
Conduit for cable protection
fit the screws. Tighten the two screws H firmly.
Keep the adjusting screws L1 and L2 loose Renishaw recommends that Thomas and Betts
before setting the stylus alignment (see page Type EF conduit, or a suitable alternative, is fitted
1-12). to all installations. The TS27R conduit adaptor
6. Fit the stylus (see pages 1-10 and 1-11). accepts Ø11 mm (0.43 in) flexible conduit.
Conduit adaptor
Spirol® pins (see page 1-4)
Cable
The T bolt provides adequate clamping for all
normal circumstances. However two Spirol®
pins (supplied in the probe kit) may be fitted Conduit
on installations where there is a requirement
to remove and remount the TS27R. To fit the
Spirol® pins, drill two holes in the machine table
to correspond with two of the probe base holes.
Place the Spirol® pins in the holes and refit the
Note:
probe base.
The cable screen is connected to the machine via
Cable
a 100 nF capacitor inside the TS27R to prevent
Four-core 7/0.2 polyurethane insulated and possible earth loops. Ensure the cable screen is
screened cable 10 m (32.8 ft) long. Cable connected to the appropriate input on the interface.
1-6 Recommended connection diagram for TS27R with MI 8 interface

CNC controller MI 8 interface

I/O supply B7 SSR

Probe status output
Skip input (G31) B6 SSR (voltage free SSR)
Screen B5 screen
Yellow/green
Optional

B1 inhibit
M code
driven
B2 inhibit 0 V

Yellow/green

Power to
interface { +Vdc
0 Vdc
A5 +Vdc
Yellow/green A6 0 Vdc } Power input

A4 screen
Yellow/green

Controller
protective earth** ** Can also be referred to as ‘PE’,
‘starpoint’ or ‘earthplate’

Controller protective ground

Recommended connection diagram for TS27R with MI 8 interface 1-7

Machine tool

TS27R tool setter

Probe+ A1 Blue
TS27R probe
Red
Probe input Probe- A2

Screen A3

100 nF
capacitor*
For information regarding MI 8
connections B1 and B2 to the
CNC controller and input/output Possible earth
connections B3 and B4, please path through base
refer to the MI 8 user’s guide screws of TS27R
H‑2000-5015.

Machine reference ground

External LED +B3
External LED -B4 { * The 100 nF capacitor prevents dc
and low frequency ac flowing in
the cable’s screen due to
differences in potential between
the controller’s reference ground
and the machine’s reference
ground.
1-8 Recommended connection diagram for TS27R with MI 8-4 interface

CNC controller MI 8-4 interface

+Vdc from I/O supply A10 isolated output + supply

Skip input (G31) A11 probe status output (totem pole)
-Vdc from I/O supply A12 isolated output - supply
Screen B4 SELX- input
Yellow/green B5 X- output
Optional B6 SELX+ input
B7 X+ output
B8 SELZ- input
B9 Z- output
B10 SELZ+ input
B11 Z+ output
Yellow/green
A7 inspection select
A8 inhibit
Power to
interface { +Vdc
0 Vdc
A9 input resistors common
B1 +Vdc
Yellow/green B2 0 Vdc } Power input

B3 screen
Yellow/green

Controller
protective earth** ** Can also be referred to as ‘PE’,
‘starpoint’ or ‘earthplate’

Controller protective ground

Recommended connection diagram for TS27R with MI 8-4 interface 1-9

Machine tool

Screen A1 TS27R tool setter

Probe+ A2 Blue
Probe input
TS27R probe
Red
Probe- A3

For information regarding 100 nF

these connections, please capacitor*
refer to the MI 8-4 user’s
guide H‑2000-5008. Possible earth
Inspection path through base
Optional probe screws of TS27R
interface
Inspection system input + A4

Inspection system input - A5

Machine reference ground
Screen A6
* The 100 nF capacitor prevents dc
and low frequency ac flowing in
Inspection probe the cable’s screen due to differences
in potential between the controller’s
reference ground and the machine’s
reference ground.
1-10 Fitting the stylus and captive link

Spanner 5 mm AF
2.6 Nm
TS27R probe
(1.92 [Link])
Stylus

Stylus Break stem

holder

A
Captive link

2 mm AF
1.1 Nm
(0.81 [Link])

Screw torque values Captive link

Tighten all the screws to the torque values shown, In the event of excessive stylus overtravel, the
remembering to use the support bar whenever
break stem breaks at its weakest point, preventing
adding or removing parts attached to the break
damage to the probe mechanism.
stem (see page 1-11).
Fitting the stylus The captive link connected to the probe and stylus
holds onto the stylus, otherwise the stylus could
The stylus is retained in the stylus holder by
fall into the machine and become lost.
tightening grubscrew A.
When a new captive link is fitted, it must be bent
to accept screw C (see page 1-11).
 Break stem 1-11

Always hold the support bar in position to counteract twisting

forces and avoid over-stressing the stylus break stem.

Support bar

B
C

2 mm AF
1.1 Nm
(0.81 [Link]) 3 mm AF
2.6 Nm
(1.92 [Link])
Stylus and holder
Note: Earlier versions of the TS27R probe
Place the stylus and holder onto the break stem
were supplied with cup-pointed grubscrews and a
and loosely fit grubscrew B.
different break stem. Only fit current components
Fit screw C through the captive link and into the supplied with this probe or with the break stem
stylus holder, then tighten all the screws. retrofit kit.
Replacing the break stem
Remove the broken parts and rebuild in the
sequence shown above.
1-12 Stylus level setting

TAKE CARE not to stress the break stem

L3 and L4
Square stylus Disc stylus 2.5 mm AF
0.8 Nm (0.6 [Link]) L4
L3 Back Side

Side Front

H, L1 and L2
L1
4 mm AF
Screw with
5 Nm (3.69 [Link])
spring washer H
L2

Stylus types The front to back stylus level is obtained by

alternately adjusting screws L1 and L2, which
Disc stylus Ø12.7 mm (Ø0.5 in)
causes the probe cable end to rise or lower,
Square stylus 19.05 mm × 19.05 mm
changing the stylus level setting. When a level
(0.75 in × 0.75 in).
stylus surface is obtained, tighten screws L1 and L2.
Stylus level setting Side to side level is obtained by alternately
adjusting grubscrews L3 and L4, which causes the
The top surface of the stylus must be set level,
probe module to rotate and change the stylus level
front to back and side to side. setting. When a level stylus surface is obtained,
tighten screws L3 and L4.
 Square stylus alignment 1-13

L3 L4 A Always hold the support bar in

2 mm AF position to counteract twisting forces
1.1 Nm and avoid over-stressing the stylus
L3 and L4
(0.81 [Link]) break stem.
level
coarse rotational
side to side
adjustment
2.5 mm AF
for square styli Additional setting for square styli
0.8 Nm (0.6 [Link])
R1 Stylus level setting is the same for disc
2.5 mm AF and square styli. In addition, square
R2 and R3 0.8 Nm styli side faces can be aligned with the
(0.6 lbf. ft) machine’s X/Y axes.
Coarse rotational adjustment is
obtained by slackening the stylus holder
grubscrew A, rotating the stylus in its
holder, then retightening grubscrew A.
Fine rotational (Always use the support bar – see page
adjustment 1-11.)
for square styli
Fine rotational adjustment is obtained
by loosening the four grubscrews R1
and alternately adjusting the two probe
rotational adjuster screws R2 and R3
until the required tip parallelism to the
axes is achieved. Retighten grubscrews
R1, R2 and R3.

R2 R3
2.5 mm AF 2.5 mm AF Ensure all screws are tight after
0.8 Nm (0.6 [Link]) 0.8 Nm (0.6 [Link]) adjustment.
1-14 Service and Maintenance

Service Maintenance
You may undertake the maintenance routines The probe is a precision tool and must be
described in this handbook. handled with care.
Further dismantling and repair of Renishaw Ensure the probe is firmly secured to its
equipment is a highly specialised operation, mounting.
which must be carried out at authorised Renishaw
The probe requires minimal maintenance as it is
Service Centres.
designed to operate as a permanent fixture on
Equipment requiring repair, overhaul or attention CNC machining centres, where it is subject to a
under warranty should be returned to your hot chip and coolant environment.
supplier.
1. Do not allow excessive waste material to build
up around the probe.
O ring
2. Keep all electrical connections clean.
Probe serial No Spring
3. The probe mechanism is protected by an
Front
outer metal eyelid seal and an inner flexible
cover
diaphragm seal.
Approximately once a month, inspect the
probe inner diaphragm seal. If it is pierced or
damaged, return the probe to your supplier for
repair.
The service interval may be extended or
reduced depending on experience.
Metal eyelid
seal
Inner diaphragm
seal
 Diaphragm maintenance 1-15

C spanner
4 Nm
(2.95 [Link])

Spanner 5 mm AF
2.6 Nm
(1.92 [Link])

Front cover Break stem

with O ring
Captive link

1. Remove the stylus and holder (see page 1-11). 5. Inspect the diaphragm seal for signs of
2. Remove the break stem using the 5 mm AF piercing or damage. In the event of damage,
spanner. return the probe to your supplier for repair, as
coolant entering the probe mechanism could
3. Use a C spanner to remove the probe’s front
cause the probe to fail.
cover. This will expose the metal eyelid seal
and the inner diaphragm seal. Remove the 6. Refit the spring and metal eyelid (the spring’s
metal eyelid and spring. CAUTION – these widest diameter is against the metal eyelid).
may fall out. 7. Refit the remaining components (see pages
4. Wash inside the probe, using clean coolant. 1-10 and 1-11).
(DO NOT use sharp metal objects to clean
out debris.)
1-16 Parts list

Parts list - Please quote the Part No. when ordering equipment.
Type Part No. Description
TS27R (disc) A-2008-0397 TS27R holder, probe module, break stem (× 2), disc stylus
with MI 8-4 Ø12.7 mm (Ø0.5 in) and MI 8-4 interface.

TS27R (square) A-2008-0396 TS27R holder, probe module, break stem (× 2), square tip
with MI 8-4 stylus 19.05 mm (0.75 in) and MI 8-4 interface.

TS27R (disc) A-2008-0367 TS27R holder, probe module, break stem (× 2), disc stylus
with MI 8 Ø12.7 mm (Ø0.5 in) and MI 8 interface.

TS27R (square) A-2008-0366 TS27R holder, probe module, break stem (× 2), square tip
with MI 8 stylus 19.05 mm (0.75 in) and MI 8 interface.

TS27R (disc) A-2008-0368 TS27R holder, probe module, break stem (× 2) and disc
stylus Ø12.7 mm (Ø0.5 in).

TS27R A-2008-0388 TS27R holder, probe module, break stem (× 2) and stylus
holder (without stylus).

Break stem kit A-5003-5171 Stylus protection kit comprising break stem, captive link,
grubscrew flat ended (× 3), caphead screw (× 2) and tools
(hexagon wrenches, spanner 5 mm AF, and support bar).

Stylus holder kit A-2008-0389 Stylus holder kit comprising stylus holder and screws.

Stylus holder M-2008-0378 Stylus holder.

 Parts list 1-17

Type Part No. Description

Plinth M-2008-1007 Spacer.

Disc stylus A-2008-0382 Disc stylus Ø12.7 mm (Ø0.5 in), tungsten carbide, 75
Rockwell C.

Square stylus A-2008-0384 Square tip stylus 19.05 mm (0.75 in), ceramic tip, 75
Rockwell C.

Grubscrew P-SC11-0404 Grubscrew (flat end) for stylus holder M4 × 4 mm (two

required).

Screw P-SC01-X406 M4 cap head screw for stylus holder (one required).

C spanner A-2008-0332 C spanner – used for removing the probe’s front cover.

MI 8-4 A-2157-0001 MI 8-4 interface unit with dual lock pads and DIN rail
mounting.

MI 8 A-2037-0010 MI 8 interface unit with stud or foot mounting.

MI 8/DIN mount A-2037-0020 MI 8 interface unit with DIN rail mounting.

© 1995 - 2008 Renishaw. All rights reserved. Trademarks

This document may not be copied or reproduced in RENISHAW® and the probe emblem used in the
whole or in part, or transferred to any other media RENISHAW logo are registered trademarks of
or language, by any means, without the prior written Renishaw plc in the UK and other countries.
permission of Renishaw.
apply innovation and Trigger Logic are trademarks
The publication of material within this document of Renishaw plc.
does not imply freedom from the patent rights of
Renishaw plc. All other brand names and product names used
in this document are trade names, service marks,
trademarks, or registered trademarks of their
Disclaimer respective owners.

Considerable effort has been made to ensure Patent notice

that the contents of this document are free from
inaccuracies and omissions. However, Renishaw Features of products shown in this guide,
makes no warranties with respect to the contents and of related products, are the subject of the
of this document and specifically disclaims any following patents and/or patent applications:
implied warranties. Renishaw reserves the right to DE 4413968 JP 3877842
make changes to this document and to the product EP 0695926 JP 3,561,289
described herein without obligation to notify any
GB 2277593 JPw 2002-531,839
person of such changes.
IT 1273643
US 5,446,970
US 5,647,137
US 5,669,151
Renishaw Part no: H-2000-5018-08-A

Issued: 01.08
 Draft No. 1 – circulated
Renishaw plc T +44 (0)1453 524524
Installation and user’s guide
New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge,
Gloucestershire, GL12 8JR
F +44 (0)1453 524901
E uk@[Link] H-2000-5018-08-A 03/01/08
United Kingdom [Link]

TS27R - tool setting probe

For worldwide contact details,

please visit our main web site at
[Link]/contact

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