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  1. #41
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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Count me in the interested list as well. As soon as you have pricing info.

    Russ

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Thanks, Steve.
    What type of receptacle do we need for this probe? Or does it come bare and we order the plug and receptacle that we like?

    I think I need to look at what the lathe has. It has something there, but haven't paid that much attention to it.
    Lee

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Thanks for your support Guys.

    It is important to keep zone threads on technical and off commercial matters.

    If you want to contact me to discuss other matters you can send me a PM.

    Cheers Keen

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    Quote Originally Posted by LeeWay View Post
    Thanks, Steve.
    What type of receptacle do we need for this probe? Or does it come bare and we order the plug and receptacle that we like?

    I think I need to look at what the lathe has. It has something there, but haven't paid that much attention to it.
    Hi Lee

    At least initially I will only be supplying Probes with Tormach compatible cable and DIN 5 pin plugs already attached.

    Keen

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    That will be cool. I can probably find those on Amazon, electrical parts houses or even Tormach.
    Lee

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Hi Lee.

    I am just checking we are on the same page. The ITTP will (initially at least) have on it a normal Tormach compatible 5 pin DIN plug and cable all connected up and ready to operate.

    What do you mean you can find those on amazon etc ?

    Keen

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Just the receiver end that your probe will plug into.
    Lee

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    This looks pretty cool, I would be interested in something like this, looks sturdy, more so then my wild horse which is the better of the low cost probes I've owned.

    Sent from my QTAIR7 using Tapatalk

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Keen;
    What are the chances of supplying a probe with no end and just a wiring diagram? I have a Torus pro but have built many cnc control and do have an electronics background. When your probe becomes available, I'll send you a PM. But I'll wait until you post the availability and not bother you in the mean time.
    Thanks in advance.
    Bill
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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Quote Originally Posted by bill south View Post
    Keen;
    What are the chances of supplying a probe with no end and just a wiring diagram? I have a Torus pro but have built many cnc control and do have an electronics background. When your probe becomes available, I'll send you a PM. But I'll wait until you post the availability and not bother you in the mean time.
    Thanks in advance.
    Bill
    It's easy enough to just remove the DIN connector and install whatever you want....

    Regards,
    Ray L.

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Thanks Ray;
    Most likely it is that simple but earlier one of the post addressed having contacts that early detect an open or close condition (however that is accomplished!) and I was taking into consideration the possible need for an additional power contact or ground requirement. Just don't know enough about this particular unit to make that decision.
    It is a great concept though!
    B
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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Hi Guys.

    These passive type probes have a simple circuit. Just 2 of the DIN plug pins are used. The probe operates with electrical continuity between pin 4 and pin 5 until the probe is triggered, which opens the circuit.

    Keen

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Quote Originally Posted by bill south View Post
    Keen;
    What are the chances of supplying a probe with no end and just a wiring diagram? I have a Torus pro but have built many cnc control and do have an electronics background. When your probe becomes available, I'll send you a PM. But I'll wait until you post the availability and not bother you in the mean time.
    Thanks in advance.
    Bill
    Hi Bill. I am not sure I should discuss subjects like product availability here.

    Some members are sensitive about the boundaries here, so it is best to keep commercial matters off the zone.

    Send me a PM anytime.

    Cheers Keen

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Hi Guys.

    The first production run for beta testers/early adopters is well underway. I will post more videos soon.

    Thanks for your encouragement. Keen


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PKMXR8HJ2Q

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Looking good - can't wait to try one out!

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    Nice!! Looks great!! Keep up the great work!!

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    Re: NEW DESIGN CRASH RESISTANT LOW COST TOUCH PROBE

    Thanks for your encouragement guys!

    Here is another video showing some of the cylindrical grinding involved in the HITTP Probes.

    Cheers Keen

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVSJ09L_c5k

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    That link takes me to my channel. I don't think you used the embed link.
    Lee

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    Hi Lee

    Thanks - I think it is ok now.

    Keen

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    Looks good now. Fine machine you have there.
    Lee

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