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3D Sensors

3D Sensors

3D Testers, or touch probes, are used to determine the zero position, center of a bore and measurement of a work piece. From market leading high quality German manufacturer Haimer.

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This edge finder is suitable for defining and setting workpiece reference points in all 3 axes (X, Y and Z) on all milling machines and machining centres. The workpiece is measured in any direction wi...

  • Metallic housing with very good visibility of readings
  • Can be used with all tool and eroding machines
  • Easy reading off of actual value
  • IP67 degree of protection: temporary immersion in water possible and dust-proof according to DIN EN 60529

From £321.06 £267.55

The Haimer Centre dial 3D sensor is a precise and versatile coaxial indicator to center bores and arbors. The sensor has a centering accuracy of 0.003mm and is suitable for use with 5mm probe tips....

  • Quick and exact centering of borings and shafts.
  • Centering accuracy of 0.003mm.
  • Replaceable probes for maximum flexibility.
  • Clamped in a tool holder and positioned close to the sought axis.
  • The probe tip is adjusted and touches the bore or arbor all the way around.
  • Reliably find the axis or bores and arbors.
  • By changing the position of X and Y axis at the machine you can jibe the axis of the spindle and the work piece.
  • Compensation of the run-out errors of the spindle and tool holder - no adjustment necessary.

From £474.49 £395.41

The Mahr 3d sensor comes with a large, high contrast dial face and used for milling and EDM machines to provide high accuracy....

  • Large, high contrast dial face
  • Can be controlled independently of a machine tool.
  • High accuracy and linearity
  • Shockproof and waterproof, ideal for the use on a machine with a tool changer.
  • Supplied with 4mm probe.

From £570.00 £475.00

The Haimer New Generation 3D sensor is a further development on the Universal 3D sensor and features improved mechanics and a new and compact design. Get exact positioning of the spindle axis on the e...

  • Improved mechanics and more compact design compared with Universal 3D sensor.
  • IP67 Waterproof.
  • Smallest unit of measure: 0.01mm.
  • Compact and easy to grip casing, no restriction to working area.
  • Precise display of spindle position with large 1/100 mm dial gauge (2 hands).
  • Utmost precision of 0.01 mm.
  • Marked overrun distance (safety distance).
  • Aligning machine spindles to work piece edges and reference edges (X-, Y-, Z-axis).
  • Set zeros.
  • Centre borings and shafts.
  • Measuring lengths and depths.
  • Checking straightness and levelness of surfaces.
  • Aligning work pieces and vices.
  • Quick, without calculations, no mistakes with algebraic signs.

From £352.34 £293.62

The Haimer Universal 3D sensor is a precisie and versatile measuring instrument for milling and EDM machines (insulated probe). Get exact positioning of the spindle axis on the edges of the workpiece....

  • IP67 Waterproof.
  • Smallest unit of measure: 0.01mm.
  • For milling and EDM machines.
  • Insulated probe.
  • Clamped into a tool holder and inserted into a milling spindle.
  • Find exact positioning of the spindle axis on the edges of the workpiece.
  • Approach in any direction (X, Y, Z axis).
  • Only the HAIMER 3D-Sensor allows for the edge to be found on the first attempt. 
  • No calculating o the probe's ball diameter is necessary - just zero it out!
  • Replaceable probes give maximum flexibility.

From £352.34 £293.62

The Zero Master is the smallest 3D sensor worldwide but still features the same functions, accuracy and usage of the Universal 3D sensor. The Zero Master is adapted to small machines. Get exact positi...

  • The smallest 3D sensor on the market!
  • Despite its small size, the Zero Master's usage, function and accuracy are equal to the Universal 3D-Sensor.
  • Smallest unit of measurement: 0.01mm.
  • IP67 Waterproof.
  • The size of the Zero Master is adapted to small machines.
  • Clamping shank diameter is 10mm.
  • Can be used on machines with ISO 30 or small HSK spindles.
  • The Zero Master can be read with a small analog dial gauge.
  • Replaceable probes for maximum flexibility.

From £474.49 £395.41

The Haimer Digital 3D sensor is ideal for approaching workpiece edges on milling and EDM machines. The digital display has easy-to-read numbers that measure in 0.001mm increments. Get exact positionin...

  • IP64 Waterproof.
  • Digital display (metric & imperial measurements).
  • Zero point can be set without any calculations because the spindle axis is positioned exactly on the approached edge.
  • For approaching workpiece edges on milling and EDM machines.
  • Digital display with large numbers.
  • Measure in 0.001mm increments.
  • Easy-to-read from long distances.
  • Replaceable probes for maximum flexibility.

From £829.61 £691.34

This probe tip is compatible with all Haimer 3D Sensors. The tip can be changed without the use of any additional tools and no re-calibration of the unit is needed. It is supplied in either a short or...

  • Probe tip is compatible with all Haimer 3D sensors / touch sensors.
  • Can be changed without the use of any other tools.
  • No re-calibration of the unit is needed.
  • 4mm (short length) or 8mm (long length) diameter tips available.

From £42.24 £35.20

3D Sensors

What are 3D sensors and how are they used?

A 3D sensor follows the same principle as an edge finder, in that they are used for finding a workpiece edge of a workpiece, component or stock. However, unlike edge finders, a 3D sensor can also measure flatness and check bores in the X, Y and Z axis (so more like a dial test indicator). Another benefit of 3D sensors versus edge finders are that no calculations are necessary relating to the probe’s ball diameter. The user just winds the spindle to the true (zero) position. This saves time and improves accuracy.

Most 3D sensors feature a dial or digital readout which will show any deviation in the flatness or the workpiece edge once the zero position is found. 3D sensors utilise a ball-shaped probe to perform readings. On most models, these probes are replaceable. When a 3D sensor is pushed too far, our 3D sensors feature a fracture point to protect the mechanism which underpins the sensor’s operation. This means that the probe will snap instead of damaging this vital sensor mechanism.

 

What types of 3D sensors are there?

The main differentiator between 3D sensors is the display output. Whilst edge finders mainly feature either a ‘beep’ or light-up LED, 3D sensors feature an actual scale which can be displayed either via a dial or digital readout. This readout gives 3D sensors more versatility than edge finders, whilst also making them better for referencing. We find the dial display is the most popular and is by far the best selling style Cutwel supply.

Beyond the style of readout, there are different styles of model which perform slightly different functions. This includes a ‘centro’ style indicator which doubles as a centring indicator for centring bores and arbors. Other models include a ‘zero master’ style ideal for smaller machines and a digital model for both metric and imperial measurements.

 

IP class protection in 3D sensors

A selection of our 3D sensors are available with two different protection classes from dust or water/coolant:

IP64 - Fully dust proof and protected against splashing water or coolant (but not submerged in it).

IP67 - Fully dust proof and protected against water immersion for a maximum of 30 minutes.

 

Can 3D sensors be calibrated?

3D sensors can be calibrated to a UKAS standard. UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) are the nationally appointed organisation to assess certification, testing, inspection and calibration against agreed standards.

UKAS calibrated 3D sensors are supplied with an official testing certificate that confirms the measuring tool has been manufactured to and operates at the high standards required. Please contact our sales team today for any enquiries about purchasing measuring tools with UKAS calibration.