Renishaw RLP40 Manuel utilisateur

RLP40 radio lathe probe

Installation guide

H-5627-8504-07-B

Renishaw part no.: H-5627-8504-07-B

First issued: 02.2010

Revised: 04.2023

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Renishaw plc. Registered in England and Wales. Company no: 1106260. Registered office: New Mills,

Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 8JR, UK.

Compliance information for this product is available by scanning the QR code or visiting

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Contents

Before you begin .............................................................1.1

Disclaimer .................................................................1.1

Trade marks................................................................1.1

Warranty ..................................................................1.1

CNC machines .............................................................1.1

Care of the probe ...........................................................1.2

Patents ...................................................................1.2

RLP40 software notices ......................................................1.2

Intended use ...............................................................1.3

Safety ....................................................................1.3

RLP40 basics ................................................................2.1

Introduction ................................................................2.1

RLP40H ................................................................2.1

Getting started ...........................................................2.1

System interface..........................................................2.2

Trigger Logic™ ...........................................................2.2

Probe modes...............................................................2.2

Configurable settings.........................................................2.3

Switch-on / switch-off methods...............................................2.3

Enhanced trigger filter .....................................................2.4

Multiple probe mode.......................................................2.4

Acquisition mode .........................................................2.5

RLP40 dimensions ..........................................................2.6

RLP40 and RLP40H specification...............................................2.7

Typical battery life.........................................................2.8

System installation ...........................................................3.1

Installing the RLP40 with an RMI or RMI-Q .......................................3.1

Positioning the RLP40 and RMI or RMI-Q ......................................3.2

Performance envelope .....................................................3.2

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Preparing the RLP40 for use...................................................3.3

Fitting the stylus ..........................................................3.3

Installing the batteries .....................................................3.4

Mounting the probe on a shank ..............................................3.5

Stylus on-centre adjustment.................................................3.6

Stylus trigger force and adjustment (RLP40 only)...................................3.7

Calibrating the RLP40 ........................................................3.8

Why calibrate a probe? ....................................................3.8

Calibrating in a bored hole or on a turned diameter...............................3.8

Calibrating in a ring gauge or on a datum sphere ................................3.8

Calibrating the probe length .................................................3.9

Trigger Logic™ ...............................................................4.1

Reviewing the probe settings ..................................................4.1

Multiple probe mode settings ..................................................4.2

Probe settings record ........................................................4.3

Changing the probe settings ...................................................4.4

RLP40 – RMI partnership .....................................................4.6

RLP40 – RMI-Q partnership ...................................................4.7

Operating mode.............................................................4.8

Maintenance .................................................................5.1

Maintenance ...............................................................5.1

Cleaning the probe ..........................................................5.1

Changing the batteries .......................................................5.2

RLP40 eyelid ...............................................................5.4

Fault-finding .................................................................6.1

Parts list .....................................................................7.1

1.1

Before you begin

Disclaimer

WHILE CONSIDERABLE EFFORT WAS MADE TO VERIFY THE ACCURACY OF THIS DOCUMENT

AT PUBLICATION, ALL WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS AND LIABILITY,

HOWSOEVER ARISING, ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

RENISHAW RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THIS DOCUMENT AND TO THE

EQUIPMENT, AND/OR SOFTWARE AND THE SPECIFICATION DESCRIBED HEREIN WITHOUT

OBLIGATION TO PROVIDE NOTICE OF SUCH CHANGES.

Trade marks

RENISHAW® and the probe symbol are registered trade marks of Renishaw plc. Renishaw

product names, designations and the mark ‘apply innovation’ are trade marks of Renishaw plc or its

subsidiaries.

Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

AppStore is a service mark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Other brand, product or company names are trade marks of their respective owners.

Warranty

Unless you and Renishaw have agreed and signed a separate written agreement, the equipment

and/or software are sold subject to the Renishaw Standard Terms and Conditions supplied with such

equipment and/or software, or available on request from your local Renishaw office.

Renishaw warrants its equipment and software for a limited period (as set out in the Standard Terms

and Conditions), provided that they are installed and used exactly as defined in associated Renishaw

documentation. You should consult these Standard Terms and Conditions to find out the full details of

your warranty.

Equipment and/or software purchased by you from a third-party supplier is subject to separate terms

and conditions supplied with such equipment and/or software. You should contact your third-party

supplier for details.

CNC machines

CNC machine tools must always be operated by fully-trained personnel in accordance with the

manufacturer’s instructions.

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1.2

Before you begin

Care of the probe

Keep system components clean and treat the probe as a precision tool.

Patents

Features of the RLP40 and RLP40H, and other similar Renishaw products, are the subject of one or

more of the following patents and/or patent applications:

CN 100466003

CN 101482402

EP 1425550

EP 1457786

EP 1576560

EP 1804020

EP 1931936

EP 2216761

IN 215787

WO 2004/057552

JP 4575781

JP 5238749

JP 5390719

KR 1001244

TW I333052

US 7285935

US 7665219

US 7821420

US 9140547

RLP40 software notices

The RLP40 and RLP40H product includes embedded software (firmware) to which the following

notices apply:

US government notice

NOTICE TO UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT CONTRACT AND PRIME CONTRACT CUSTOMERS

This software is commercial computer software that has been developed by Renishaw exclusively

at private expense. Notwithstanding any other lease or licence agreement that may pertain to, or

accompany the delivery of, this computer software, the rights of the United States Government and/or

its prime contractors regarding its use, reproduction and disclosure are as set forth in the terms of the

contract or subcontract between Renishaw and the United States Government, civilian federal agency

or prime contractor respectively. Please consult the applicable contract or subcontract and the software

licence incorporated therein, if applicable, to determine your exact rights regarding use, reproduction

and/or disclosure.

Renishaw software EULA

Renishaw software is licensed in accordance with the Renishaw licence at:

www.renishaw.com/legal/softwareterms

1.3

Before you begin

Intended use

The RLP40 and RLP40H are radio lathe probes that enable automated workpiece inspection and job

set-up on multi-tasking machines and lathes.

Safety

Information to the user

This product is supplied with non-rechargeable lithium metal batteries. Refer to the battery

manufacturer’s literature for specific battery operating, safety and disposal guidelines.

• Do not attempt to recharge the batteries.

• Replace the batteries only with the specified type.

• Do not mix new and used batteries in the product.

• Do not mix different types or brands of batteries in the product.

• Ensure that all batteries are inserted with the correct polarity in accordance with the instructions in

this manual and indicated on the product.

• Do not store the batteries in direct sunlight.

• Do not expose the batteries to water.

• Do not expose the batteries to heat or dispose of the batteries in a fire.

• Avoid forced discharge of the batteries.

• Do not short circuit the batteries.

• Do not disassemble, apply excessive pressure, pierce, deform or subject the batteries to impact.

• Do not swallow the batteries.

• Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.

• If the batteries are swollen or damaged do not use them in the product and exercise caution when

handling them.

• Dispose of waste batteries in accordance with your local environmental and safety laws.

Ensure that you comply with international and national battery transport regulations when transporting

the batteries or this product with the batteries inserted. Lithium metal batteries are classified as

dangerous goods for transportation and require labelling and packaging in accordance with the

dangerous goods regulations before being offered for transportation. To reduce the risk of shipment

delays, should you need to return this product for any reason, do not return any batteries.

In all applications involving the use of machine tools, eye protection is recommended.

The RLP40 has a glass window. Handle with care if broken to avoid injury.

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1.4

Before you begin

Information to the machine supplier/installer

It is the machine supplier’s responsibility to ensure that the user is made aware of any hazards

involved in operation, including those mentioned in Renishaw product literature, and to ensure that

adequate guards and safety interlocks are provided.

If the probe system fails, the probe signal may falsely indicate a probe seated condition. Do not rely on

probe signals to halt the movement of the machine.

Information to the equipment installer

All Renishaw equipment is designed to comply with the relevant UK, EU and FCC regulatory

requirements. It is the responsibility of the equipment installer to ensure that the following guidelines

are adhered to, in order for the product to function in accordance with these regulations:

• Any interface MUST be installed in a position away from any potential sources of electrical noise,

(for example power transformers, servo drives).

• All 0V/ground connections should be connected to the machine “star point” (the “star point” is a

single point return for all equipment ground and screen cables).This is very important and failure to

adhere to this can cause a potential difference between grounds.

• All screens must be connected as outlined in the user instructions.

• Cables must not be routed alongside high current sources (for example, motor power supply

cables), or be near high-speed data lines.

• Cable lengths should always be kept to a minimum.

Equipment operation

If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the

equipment may be impaired.

2.1

RLP40 basics

Introduction

At only 40mm diameter, the compact RLP40 job set-up and inspection probe sets industry standards

for functionality, reliability and robustness in the harshest of machine tool environments.

The RLP40 forms part of Renishaw’s family of new generation radio transmission probes. It is ideally

suited to multi-tasking machines and lathes where line-of-sight between probe and receiver is difficult

to achieve or where Z travel is limited.

The RLP40 complies with FCC regulations and operates in the 2.4 GHz band. It delivers interference-

free transmission through the use of frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS), which allows

several systems to operate in the same machine shop without risk of cross-interference.

All RLP40 settings are configured using Trigger Logic™. This technique enables the user to review and

subsequently change probe settings by deflecting the stylus whilst observing the LED display.

Configurable settings are:

• Radio on / Radio off

• Radio on / Timer off

• Spin on / Spin off

• Spin on / Timer off

• Filter on / Filter off

• Multiple probe mode on / Multiple probe mode off

RLP40H

The RLP40H variant is configured with high stylus trigger forces, making it particularly suitable for

application on machines that produce high levels of shock and vibration.

Getting started

Three multicolour LEDs provide visual indication of selected probe settings.

For example:

• Switch-on and switch-off methods

• Probe status – triggered or seated

• Battery condition

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2.2

RLP40 basics

Batteries are inserted or removed as shown (for more information, see page 3.4, “Installing the

batteries”).

On insertion of batteries, the LEDs will begin to flash (for more information, see page 4.1,

“Reviewing the probe settings”).

System interface

The RMI and RMI-Q integrated interfaces/receivers are used to communicate between the RLP40

probe and the machine controller.

Trigger Logic™

Trigger Logic (for more information, see page 4.1, “Reviewing the probe settings”) is a method

that allows the user to view and select all available mode settings in order to customise a probe to suit

a specific application. Trigger Logic is activated by battery insertion and uses a sequence of stylus

deflections (triggering) to systematically lead the user through the available choices to allow selection

of the required mode options.

A Trigger Logic app is available that simplifies this process with clear, interactive instructions and

informative videos and is available for download on the following stores:

Current probe settings can be reviewed by removing the batteries for a minimum of 5 seconds, and

replacing them to activate the Trigger Logic review sequence (for more information, see page4.1,

“Reviewing the probe settings”).

Probe modes

The RLP40 probe can be in one of three modes:

Standby mode: where the probe is awaiting a switch-on signal.

Operational mode: when activated by one of the switch-on methods, the probe is switched on and

ready for use.

Configuration mode: where Trigger Logic may be used to configure the probe settings.

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