Probes Heidenhain

Touch Probes
for Machine Tools
September 2015
Touch probes for machine tools
Touch probes from HEIDENHAIN were

conceived for use on machine tools—in
particular milling machines and machining
centers. Touch probes help to reduce setup
times, increase machine usage time and
improve the dimensional accuracy of the
finished workpieces. Setup, measuring and
monitoring functions can be performed
manually or—in conjunction with most
CNC controls—under program control.
Workpiece measurement
HEIDENHAIN offers TS triggering touch
probes for workpiece measurement right
on the machine. The probe is inserted in
the tool holder either manually or by the
tool changer. They enable you to use the
probing functions offered by your NC
control to automatically or manually
perform the following functions:
• Workpiece alignment
• Datum setting
• Workpiece measurement
• Digitizing or inspecting 3-D surfaces
Tool measurement
Successful series production hinges on the
prevention of scrap or rework and the
attainment of consistently good workman-
ship. The tool is a decisive factor here.
Wear or tool breakage that go undetected
for extended periods, especially during
unattended operation, result in defective
parts and unnecessarily increase costs.
Therefore, exact measurement of tool
dimensions and periodic control of wear are
absolutely essential. For tool measurement
on the machine, HEIDENHAIN offers the
TT touch probes and the TL laser systems.
With the TT triggering touch probes, the

probe contact is deflected from its rest
position, sending a trigger signal to the NC
control, during probing of the stationary or
rotating tool.
The TL laser systems operate without any

contact. A laser beam probes the length,
diameter or contour of the tool. Special
measuring cycles in the NC control
evaluate the information.
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Contents
Touch probes from HEIDENHAIN
Experience and profile 4

Application examples Aligning the workpiece and setting the datum 6
Workpiece measurement 7
Tool measurement with TT touch probes 8
Tool measurement with TL laser systems 9
TS touch probes Selection guide 10

Principle of function 12
Mounting 18
Probing 21
Specifications 24
Tool measurement
Selection guide 30
TT touch probes Principle of function 33
Mounting 34
Probing 35
Specifications 36
TL laser systems Components 39
Mounting 40
Probing 42
Specifications 44
Electrical connection
Voltage supply 50
Interfaces TS, TT touch probes 52
TL laser systems, DA 301 TL 54
Connection to CNC controls 56
Cables and connecting elements, pin layout 58
Experience and profile
HEIDENHAIN has been developing

touch probes for workpiece and tool
measurement on machine tools for
over 30 years now. It has set standards,
for example with
• the wear-free optical sensor,
• the integrated cleaning flushing/blowing
feature for cleaning the measuring point,
• the SE 540—the first transmitter/receiver
unit capable of being fully integrated in
the spindle housing, and
• the TS 444—first battery-free touch
probe without cable connection.
Of course, many years of experience in

continuous development have contributed
to these achievements. Numerous
improvements make working with the
touch probes easier and more reliable, so
that their use by the operator becomes
more efficient.
Wear-free optical sensor

The optical sensor is free of wear, and so
provides the specified probing repeatability
even after a large number of probing
processes (over 5 million switching cycles).
This means that touch probes from
HEIDENHAIN are excellently suited for
grinding machines. The optical sensor
features an optimized lens system and an
integrated preamplifier for stable output
signals.
Reliable measurement results

Clean measuring points are a prerequisite
for high process reliability. That is why all TS
workpiece touch probes from HEIDENHAIN
have blower/flusher jets for cleaning the
workpiece, either with coolant or
compressed air.
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Collision protection and thermal
Application examples
decoupling (option for TS 460)
Collision protection is a major topic at
HEIDENHAIN. The touch probes feature a
large deflection path and offer additional
safety with rated breaking points in the
stylus or the connecting pin to the probe
contact. For expanded collision protection
to include the touch probe housing of the
TS 460, HEIDENHAIN offers an optional
mechanical adapter between the touch
probe and taper shank. In the event of a
light collision against a fixture or workpiece,
the touch probe can absorb the shock. At
the same time, the integrated switch
deactivates the ready signal and the
control stops the machine.
Furthermore, the collision protection

adapter functions as a thermal decoupler.
This protects the touch probe from being
heated by the spindle.
Battery-free TS 444 touch probe

While HEIDENHAIN touch probes rarely
need a battery exchange (operating time up
to 800 hours), in many cases it can be of
advantage to opt for permanent readiness
without the need for a battery. The TS 444
features an air turbine generator driven by
compressed air to ensure its energy supply.
Additional rechargeable or nonrechargeable
batteries are not required.
Worldwide presence
Along with the technical advantages,
HEIDENHAIN and its subsidiaries also
offer reliable service in over 50 countries:
Regardless of the country in which the
machine with the touch probe finally lands,
HEIDENHAIN supports you on site.
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Application examples
Aligning the workpiece and setting the datum
Workpiece alignment
Exact workpiece alignment parallel to the
axes is particularly important for partially
machined workpieces to ensure that
existing reference surfaces are in an
accurately defined position. With the TS
touch probes from HEIDENHAIN you can
avoid this time-consuming procedure and
do without the clamping devices otherwise
required:
• The workpiece is clamped in any
position. Compensating for misalignment through a basic Compensating for misalignment by rotating the
• The touch probe ascertains the rotation of the coordinate system table
workpiece misalignment by probing a
surface, two holes, or two studs.
• The CNC compensates for the
misalignment by rotating the coordinate
system. It is also possible to
compensate for it mechanically by
rotating the table.
Setting a datum
Programs for workpiece machining are
based on datums. Finding this point quickly
and reliably with a workpiece touch probe
reduces nonproductive time and increases
machining accuracy. If probing functions
are available on the CNC, the TS touch
probes from HEIDENHAIN make it
possible to set datums automatically.
Center of a rectangular stud Center of a circular stud
Center of a bolt hole circle Outside corner

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The TS touch probes from HEIDENHAIN With the aid of external software—e.g.
are suited for program-controlled workpiece FormControl (software package from Blum-
measurement between two machining Novotest) or digitizing software—you can
steps. The resulting position values can be digitize models or measure free-form
used for tool wear compensation. surfaces right in the machine tool. In this
When the workpiece is done, the measured way you can detect machining errors
values can document dimensional accuracy immediately and correct them without
or serve to record machining trends. The reclamping. Thanks to their mechanical
CNC can output the results of measure- design and wear-free optical switch, TS
ment through the data interface. touch probes from HEIDENHAIN are ideal
for this purpose.
Measuring individual positions in an axis
Measuring the angle of a line
Length measurement
Measuring a rectangular pocket Measuring a circular pocket/hole Measuring a bolt hole circle
Measuring a diameter Measuring the angle of a plane

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Tool measurement with TT touch probes
Consistently high machining accuracy length and diameter, including the Using a cuboid probe contact, you can also
requires an exact measurement of tool dimensions of individual teeth. The measure turning tools and check them for
data and cyclical inspection of tool wear. CNC automatically saves the results of breakage. For effective tool-tip radius
The TT tool touch probes measure almost measurement in the tool memory for use compensation you only need to add the
any type of tool right on the machine. For with the part program. cutter radius to your entries in the CNC.
milling cutters, it can be used to measure
Tool length and radius measurement Measuring individual teeth, e.g. for inspecting Turning tool measurement
with stationary or rotating spindle indexable inserts (not for hard, brittle teeth)
Tool wear measurement
Tool breakage monitoring
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Tool measurement with TL laser systems
Tool measurement with the TL laser And modern cutting materials of hard,
systems offers special benefits. The brittle materials are no problem for the
contact-free measuring method by laser TL laser systems.
beam enables you to check even the
smallest tools rapidly, reliably and without Because the tool is measured at rated
collision. speed, errors on the tool, spindle and
holder are detected and corrected directly.
Tool radius measurement, detection of tooth

breakage
Single tooth and shape inspection
Tool length measurement
Detection of tool breakage
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Selection guide
The TS workpiece touch probes from

TS workpiece touch probes
HEIDENHAIN help you perform setup,
measuring and inspection functions directly
TS 460 TS 444 TS 642
on the machine tool.
The stylus of a TS touch trigger probe is

Area of application Machining centers, milling, drilling and boring machines, lathes
deflected upon contact with a workpiece
with automatic tool change
surface. At that moment the TS generates
a trigger signal that is transmitted either by
cable, an infrared or radio beam to the
control. The control simultaneously saves
Signal transmission Radio or infrared Infrared Infrared
the actual position values as measured by
the machine axis encoders, and uses this 1)
Suitable SE SE 660, SE 540 , SE 540, SE 642 SE 540, SE 642,
information for further processing.
SE 6421) SE 660
Probe repeatability 2   1 µm
Voltage supply Batteries, rechargeable Air turbine generator Batteries,

or nonrechargeable rechargeable or
nonrechargeable
Interface to control HTL via SE
Cable outlet –
HEIDENHAIN touch probes are available
in various versions for workpiece measure- 1)
Only for infrared transmission
ment on machining centers, milling, drilling,
boring machines and CNC lathes:
Touch probes with wireless signal

transmission for machines with manual
tool changer:
TS 460 – New generation standard touch

probe for radio and infrared transmission,
with compact dimensions
TS 444 – Battery-free voltage supply
through integrated air turbine generator
from compressed air, for infrared
transmission, with compact dimensions
TS 642 – Infrared transmission, activation
by switch in the taper shank; compatible
with previous generations of touch probes
TS 740 – High probe accuracy and
repeatability, low probing force, with
infrared transmission
Touch probes with cable connection for

signal transmission for machines with
manual tool change, as well as for grinding
machines and lathes:
TS 260 – New generation, axial or radial

cable
TS 248 – New generation, axial or radial
cable, with reduced deflection force
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Contents
TS 740 TS 248
TS 260 Principle of function Sensor 12
Milling, drilling and boring
machines with manual tool
Accuracy 13
change, lathes and grinding
machines
Signal transmission 14
Infrared Cable Transmission range 16
SE 540, SE 642 – Optical status indicator 17
Mounting TS workpiece touch probe 18
2   0.25 µm 2   1 µm
Transmitter/receiver unit 20
15 V to 30 V DC
Probing General information 21
Collision protection and 22
HTL and floating switching thermal decoupling
output
Styli 23
Axial or radial
Specifications TS 248, TS 260 and TS 460 24
TS 444, TS 642 and TS 740 26
SE 660, SE 642 and SE 540 28
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Principle of function
Sensor
TS 248, TS 260, TS 460, TS 642 TS 740

These touch probes from HEIDENHAIN The TS 740 uses a high-precision pressure
operate with an optical switch as sensor. sensor. The trigger pulse is obtained through
A lens system collimates the light gener- force analysis. The forces acting during
ated from an LED and focuses it onto probing are processed electronically. This
a differential photocell. When the stylus method provides extremely homogeneous
is deflected, the differential photocell probe accuracy over 360°.
produces a trigger signal.
With the TS 740, the deflection of the stylus
The stylus of the TS is rigidly connected to is measured by several pressure sensors
a plate integrated in the probe housing on a that are arranged between the contact
three-point bearing. The three-point bearing plate and the probe housing. When probing
ensures the physically ideal rest position. a workpiece, the stylus is deflected so that
a force acts on the sensors. The signals
Thanks to the non-contacting optical generated are processed and the trigger
switch, the sensor is free of wear. In this signal is produced. The relatively low
way, HEIDENHAIN touch probes ensure probing forces provide high probe accuracy
high long-term stability with a constant and repeatability, while offering precise
probe repeatability even after very many trigger characteristics in all directions.
measuring processes, as for example with
in-process applications.
Contact plate
Lens system
LED Contact plate
Pressure sensors
Differential
photocell
Housing
Stylus
Stylus
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Accuracy
Probe accuracy Probe repeatability

The probe accuracy specifies the error Probe repeatability is the dispersion of the
resulting from probing a test component results derived from repeated probing
from various directions. from the same direction.
The probe accuracy also includes the Influence of probe styli

effective ball radius. The effective ball radius Stylus length and stylus material directly
is calculated from the actual ball radius and influence the trigger characteristics of a
the stylus deflection required to produce touch probe. Styli from HEIDENHAIN
the trigger signal. This also includes stylus ensure a probe accuracy grade of better
bending. than ±5 µm.
The probe accuracy of a touch probe is

measured at HEIDENHAIN on precision
Error 
measuring machines. The reference
temperature is 22 °C. The stylus used
is the T404 (40 mm length, 4 mm ball
diameter).
The TS 740 triggering touch probe is

characterized particularly by high probe
accuracy and repeatability. These features,
together with the low probing force of the
TS 740, make it suitable for very demanding
measuring tasks on machine tools.
New device Number of probes 

After approx. 5 million probing cycles
Typical repeatability curve of a TS 2xx/4xx/6xx touch probe: results of

repeated probing from one direction at a defined spindle orientation
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Signal transmission
Signal transmission by cable

The TS 260 and TS 248 touch probes
features a plug-in cable that both provides TS 260
the power supply and transmits the trigger
signal. Voltage supply
When the TS 260 is used for milling, drilling

Trigger signal
and boring machines, the machine operator
inserts the touch probe by hand into the
spindle. The spindle must be locked before
the touch probe can be inserted (spindle
stop). The CNC’s probing cycles can run
with both vertical and horizontal spindles.
Wireless signal transmission SE 660 SE 540 SE 642

The signals are transmitted from wireless
touch probes to the SE transmitter/receiver TS 460 Radio/infrared Infrared Infrared
unit via
• radio or infrared for the TS 460, TS 444 – Infrared Infrared
• infrared for the TS 444, TS 642, TS 740.
TS 642 Infrared Infrared Infrared
This makes these touch probes ideal for
use on machines with automatic tool TS 740 – Infrared Infrared
changers.
Signal transmission types and combinations of TS and SE
The following transmitter/receiver units are
available:
• SE 660 for radio and infrared
transmission; shared SE for TS 460 and
TT 460
• SE 540 only for infrared transmission, for
integration in the spindle head
• SE 642 only for infrared transmission,
shared SE for TS and TT
The SE 660 communicates with the TS 460

and TT 460. The SE 540 and SE 642 can be
used in any combination with the TS 4xx,
TS 642 and TS 740 touch probes.
The following signals are transmitted:

The start signal activates the touch probe. TS 460
The touch probe indicates operability with
a ready signal. A deflection of the stylus TT 460 SE 660
produces the trigger signal. If the TS 460/ Voltage supply
TS 642/ TS 740’s battery capacity falls
Start signal
below 10 %, it transmits a battery
warning. The falling edge of the start Ready signal
signal switches the touch probe off again.
Trigger signal
Battery warning
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Infrared transmission
Infrared transmission is ideal for compact
machines with closed working spaces.
Thanks to reflection, the signal is received
even in hidden areas. Infrared transmission
has a range of up to 7 meters. The carrier
frequency method applied by the TS 460
offers very strong noise immunity with
extremely short transmission times of
approx. 0.2 ms for the trigger signal. This
permits exact measurement results,
regardless of the probing velocity.
Radio transmission (only TS 460, TT 460)

Radio transmission is used mainly for large
machine tools. The range is usually 15 m,
but in practice much larger ranges are
possible under ideal circumstances. Radio
transmission operates in the free ISM band
at 2.4 GHz and offers 16 channels. The
transmission times for the trigger signal are
approx. 10 ms. Each touch probe is
uniquely addressed.
Hybrid technology: Signal transmission

via radio or infrared signals (only TS 460,
TT 460)
The dual signal transmission of the TS 460
combines the advantages of radio waves
(high range and large amounts of data)
with infrared signals (highest accuracy and
fast signal transmission). You can switch
between three possibilities: pure infrared
transmission (factory default setting), pure
radio transmission or mixed operation. This
offers the following benefits:
• You save time per measuring cycle
without sacrificing accuracy if you
activate the touch probe by radio while
it’s still in the tool changer—i.e. outside
of the working space. The measurement
is made with fast—and therefore more
accurate—infrared transmission.
• You can operate one version of a touch
probe on different types of machines
(milling machines, lathes, grinding
machines) and any machine sizes (from
Infrared
small and enclosed to large and open).
No matter whether you work with radio or

infrared transmission, you need only one 15 m
SE 660 transmitter/receiver unit.
Radio
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Range of transmission
Infrared transmission
The transmission areas between the SE
transmitter/receiver unit and the touch Transmission range of TS 444
probes have a lobe form. In order to ensure Transmission range of TS 460/TS 642/TS 740
an optimum signal transmission in both
directions, the transceiver should be
mounted so that the touch probe is within
this range during all operating positions.
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If the infrared transmission is disturbed S 74
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or the signal becomes too weak, the SE 42
notifies the CNC through the ready signal. TS6
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The size of the transmission area depends S 44
on both the touch probe used and the nly T
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transceiver that is used with it.
360° transmission range

The LEDs and receiver modules for infrared
transmission are distributed so that even
transmission is available over the entire
circumference (360°). This ensures a 360°
transmission range for reliable reception
without previous spindle orientation.
Angle of transmission
The wireless TS 444, TS 642 and TS 740
touch probes are available for adaptation to
the machine design with a horizontal
transmission angle of 0° or +30°.
The TS 460 permits communication
with the SE 540 in the normal version.
Radio transmission
The TS 460 touch probe’s radio
transmission depends on direction. The
transmission range is usually 15 m, and in Transmission range of TS 444
practice much larger ranges are possible Transmission range of TS 460/TS 642/TS 740
under ideal circumstances.
Quality of signal transmission

The signal quality of the infrared or radio
transmission is displayed on the SE by a
multicolor LED (see “Optical status
indicator”), so you can see at a glance
whether the touch probe is still in the
transmission range of the SE.
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Optical status indicator
Touch probes and transmitter/receiver units

from HEIDENHAIN are equipped with
LEDs that also indicate the respective
condition of the output signals (stylus
deflection, readiness, etc.). This enables
you to check the touch probe status and
the transmission path at a glance. This
simplifies both installation and operation.
TS touch probes
Multiple LEDs are arranged on the
circumference of the TS touch probes so
that they are visible from any angle. They
indicate stylus deflection. For the wireless
versions they also show readiness.
SE 540 transmitter/receiver unit

The SE 540 transceiver features one
multicolor LED indicator that continuously
displays the condition of the touch probe
(deflection and battery capacity).

The SE 642 features several multicolor
LED indicators that, in addition to status
Infrared Output
indication, also make comprehensive
transmission
diagnostics possible. They display:
• Standby
• Active touch probe
• Deflection
• Battery capacity TS touch probe TT touch probe
• Quality of infrared transmission
• Disturbances and faults
SE 660 transmitter/receiver unit Start signal of TS Start signal of TT

Besides LEDs, the SE 660 for radio and
infrared transmission features segment and
bar displays. They provide comprehensive
information on commissioning, operation
and diagnostics: Error
• Standby
• Active touch probe
Output
• Deflection Infrared
• Battery capacity transmission
• Quality of the radio or infrared signal
• Connection setup Mode of operation
• Channel utilization for radio signal
Channel
• Collision and faults
Operating keys
• Channel
• Mode of operation
Radio transmission TT touch probe
TS touch probe
Channel utilization
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Mounting
TS workpiece touch probes
The TS workpiece touch probes from

HEIDENHAIN are suitable for use on all
sorts of machine tools. They offer all the
necessary mounting options:
• Clamping shanks for machining
centers, milling, drilling, and boring
machines
• Tool holders for special solutions
• Fastening screw threads for individual
mounting solutions, e.g. on lathes or
grinding machines
Taper shanks
The TS workpiece touch probes are
inserted directly into the machine spindle.
An assortment of taper shanks is delivered DIN 69871
with the TS for use with various clamping Taper D
systems. A complete selection is listed SK-A 40 M16
here. All other commercially available taper SK-A 45 M20
shanks are available on request. SK-A 50 M24
SK-AD/B 30 M12
SK-AD/B 40 M16
SK-AD/B 45 M20
SK-AD/B 50 M24
SK-AD/B 60 M30
DIN 2080 JIS B 6339

Taper D Taper D
SK-A 40 M16 BT 30 M12
SK-A 45 M20 BT 40 M16
SK-A 50 M24 BT 50 M24
SK-A 50 UNC 1.000-8
DIN 69893
Taper ASME B5.50
HSK-E 25 Taper D
HSK-E 32 SK 40 UNC 1x000-8
HSK-A 40 SK 50 UNC 1x000-8
HSK-E 40
HSK-A 50
HSK-E 50
HSK-A 63
HSK-B 63
HSK-F 63
HSK-A 80
HSK-A 100
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Tool holders
If you use other shanks, the touch probes
can be held by standardized straight shanks
in commercially available collet chucks.
Straight shanks are available for the
following tool holders:
• Weldon or shrink-fit chuck as per
DIN 6535-HB16
• Whistle notch according to
DIN 6535-HE16 DIN 6535-HB16 DIN 6535-HE16
Cylindrical shank for Cylindrical shank for
Weldon tool holder whistle-notch tool holder
Threaded mounting hole

The TS touch probes can also be supplied
without taper shank. In this case,
connection is through a thread.
• M28 x 0.75 for TS 260/TS 248
• M12 x 0.5 for TS 460/TS 444
• M30 x 0.5 for TS 642/TS 740 For hexagon head
width A/F 17
Accessories:
Coupling joint for TS 260/TS 248
ID 643089-01
The M22x1 coupling joint with external

thread is used for simple attachment of
the TS 260/TS 248 to a machine element,
mounting base or by a tilting device, e.g.
on lathes or grinding machines. With the Rotatable
aid of the coupling joint, the TS can also
be rotated as desired on a rigid fastening
element. This enables you, for example, to
align the TS with an asymmetric or cuboid
probe contact exactly parallel to the
machine axes.
M12/M30 threaded ring

ID 391026-01
The threaded ring serves to adapt the taper

shanks and tool holders with an M30 thread
to the TS 4xx (M12 x 0.5)
Mounting wrench
For mounting a taper shank on the Threaded ring
TS 460: ID 1034244-01
TS 740/TS 642: ID 519833-01
Mounting wrench
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Transmitter/receiver unit
The SE transceiver for infrared transmission

is to be mounted so that it remains within
the transmission range of the touch probe
over the machine's entire range of traverse.
For radio transmission, sufficient clearance
from sources of interference must be
ensured. The lateral clearance to metal
surfaces must be at least 60 mm.
SE 660, SE 642 transmitter/receiver unit

Thanks to their high IP67 degree of
protection, these units can be mounted
as desired in the working space and can
be exposed to coolant. If the SE is to be
used both for a workpiece touch probe
and the TT 460 tool touch probe, it must
be ensured during mounting that it can
communicate with both touch probes.
It is fastened from the side by two M5

threaded holes. Appropriate holders are
available as accessories for simple
mounting. It is also easily to retrofit.
Accessories
Holder for SE 660
ID 744677-01
The holder for the SE 660 is secured to a M4

machine element via two M4 screws, and
the SE is simply clipped in.
Holder for SE 642

ID 370827-01

The SE 540 is intended for integration in
the spindle head. Except for a few cases,
for example on machines with quills, this
ensures transmission on machines with
very large traverse ranges or with swivel
heads. The transmission range of the
infrared signal is appropriate to the
mounting location. Because the SE 540
is always above and to the side of the TS,
HEIDENHAIN recommends a +30°
transmission angle. The machine must
be designed to support the SE 540.
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Probing
The workpiece geometry or position is

ascertained by the TS workpiece touch
probe through mechanical probing. To
ensure correct measurement, the
workpiece should be free of chips
and other foreign matter.
Upon deflection of the stylus a trigger

signal is transmitted to the control. In
addition, the deflection is indicated by
LEDs on the circumference of the touch
probe.
The wireless touch probes feature an

integrated cleaning blower/flusher:
The probing point can be cleaned of loose
particles with the aid of compressed air or
cooling liquids through jets at the bottom
of the probe. Even chip accumulation
in pockets is no problem. This allows
automatic measuring cycles during
unattended operation. The cleaning
blower can only work on machines
with a compressed-air or cooling fluid
duct through the spindle.
On the battery-free TS 444 touch probe,

the compressed air is used at the same
time for charging the capacitors.
Probing velocity Deflection of

Signal propagation times in the CNC as well the stylus
as infrared transmission and especially radio
transmission influence the repeatability
of the touch probe. Besides the signal
propagation time, the permissible stylus
deflection must also be considered. The
mechanically permissible probing velocity
is shown in the specifications.
Deflection of probe contact

The maximum permissible deflection of
the stylus is 5 mm in any direction. The
machine must stop moving within this
distance to avoid damaging the touch
probe.
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Collision protection and thermal decoupling
(optional with the TNC 460)
Mechanical collision protection

A mechanical adapter between the touch
probe and taper shank serves as collision
protection. The touch probe can slightly
dodge light collisions of its housing against
a fixture or workpiece. At the same time,
an integrated switch deactivates the ready
signal and the control stops the machine.
This collision protection therefore functions
only if the touch probe has been activated.
The undamaged touch probe is recalibrated

(via the control’s calibration cycle) and you
can continue working. The collision protec-
tion adapter does not cause any additional
error, not even at high accelerations,
e.g. during tool change. The collision protection adapter protects the touch probe from physical
damage...
Thermal decoupling
Furthermore, the collision protection
adapter functions as a thermal decoupler.
This protects the touch probe from being
heated by the spindle.
If the spindle gets very warm due to

machining, the touch probe can also
warm up—particularly in measuring cycles
of long duration. This can lead to faulty
measurements. Thanks to its collision
protection, the touch probe with thermal
decoupling prevents heat from being
conducted from the spindle to the touch
probe.
... and serves as thermal decoupler (at left with collision protection adapter)
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Styli
Styli for TS
HEIDENHAIN offers probe styli with various
ball-tip diameters and stylus lengths. All
styli are attached to the TS touch probes
with an M3 thread. Starting from a ball-tip
diameter of 4 mm, a rated breaking point
protects the touch probe from mechanical
damage caused by operator error. The
following styli are included in delivery with
the TS touch probes:
• For TS 260/TS 248
2 x T404
• For TS 460
T404 and T409
• For TS 444, TS 642 and TS 740
T404 and T424
By using the coupling joint, the TS 260/ Styli Extension

TS 248 can be rotated into position in
order to align asymmetric or cuboid probe
contacts exactly.
Ball-tip styli
Model ID Length l Ball dia. D
T421 295770-21 21 mm 1 mm
T422 295770-22 21 mm 2 mm
T423 295770-23 21 mm 3 mm
T424 352776-24 21 mm 4 mm
T404 352776-04 40 mm 4 mm
T405 352776-05 40 mm 5 mm
T406 352776-06 40 mm 6 mm
T408 352776-08 40 mm 8 mm
T409 352776-09 60 mm 4 mm
Further styli, including special shapes, are

available upon request.
Stylus extension
Model ID Length l Material
T490 296566-90 50 mm Steel
The stylus extension must be used only

together with the short styli (21 mm
length).
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TS 248, TS 260 and TS 460
Workpiece touch probes
TS 248, TS 260
Axial flange socket Radial flange socket
TS 460
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With collision protection With collision protection
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Cable Radio and infrared
Workpiece touch probe TS 248 TS 460

TS 260
Probe accuracy  ±5 µm when using a standard T404 stylus
Probe repeatability 2   1 µm at a probing velocity of 1 m/min

Repeated probing from Typical values:
one direction 2   1 µm at a probing velocity of 3 m/min
2   4 µm at a probing velocity of 5 m/min
Deflection of probe 5 mm in all directions (with stylus length L = 40 mm)

contact
Deflection force Axial: approx. 8 N (TS 248: approx. 4 N)

Radial: approx. 1 N (TS 248: approx. 0.5 N)
Probing velocity  5 m/min
Collision protection* – Optional
Protection EN 60 529 IP67
Operating temperature 10 °C to 40 °C
Storage temperature –20 °C to 70 °C
Mass without taper shank Approx. 0.15 kg Approx. 0.2 kg
Fastening* • With taper shank1) (only with radial flange socket) • With taper shank1)
• By M28 x 0.75 external thread • By M12 x 0.5 external thread
• By coupling joint with M22 x 1 external thread
Electrical connection* M12 flange socket, 8-pin; axial or radial –
Cable length  25 m –
Voltage supply 15 V to 30 V DC/ 100 mA (with no load) 2 batteries (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)

1
/2 AA or size LR2, each 1 V to 4 V
Operating time – Continuous duty: typically 400 h2) with lithium

batteries
Output signals • Trigger signals S and S (square-wave signal –

and its inverted signal)
• Floating trigger output
HTL signal levels UH  20 V at –IH  20 mA –

UL  2.8 V at IL  20 mA
at 24 V DC rated voltage
Signal transmission Cable Radio and infrared transmission (selectable) with

360° range to SE
3)
Transmitter/receiver unit* – • SE 660 for radio and infrared transmission
• SE 642 for infrared transmission3)
• SE 540 for infrared transmission; for integration in
the spindle head
TS switch-on/off – Radio or infrared signal (selectable) from SE
* Please select when ordering

1)
See overview, page 18
2)
Reduced operating time if there is much surrounding radio traffic, or short but frequent probing intervals
3)
SE shared by TS 460 and TT 460
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TS 444, TS 642 and TS 740
Workpiece touch probes
TS 444 TS 642 TS 740
Angle of transmission 0° Angle of transmission 30°
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Infrared
Workpiece touch probe TS 444 TS 642 TS 740
Probe accuracy  ±5 µm when using a standard T404 stylus  ±1 µm when using a standard
T404 stylus
Probe repeatability 2   1 µm at a probing velocity of 1 m/min 2   0.25 µm

Repeated probing from Typical values: at a probing velocity of 0.25 m/min
Deflection of probe 5 mm in all directions (with stylus length L = 40 mm)

contact
Deflection force Axial: approx. 8 N Axial: approx. 0.6 N

Radial: approx. 1 N Radial: approx. 0.2 N
Probing velocity  5 m/min  0.25 m/min
Mass without taper shank Approx. 0.4 kg Approx. 1.1 kg
Fastening* With taper shank* (overview on page 18)
Without taper shank (connecting Without taper shank (connecting thread M30 x 0.5)
thread M12 x 0.5)
Signal transmission Infrared transmission with 360° range
Transmission angle of 0° or +30°

infrared signal*
Transmitter/receiver unit* SE 540 or SE 642 SE 540, SE 642 or SE 660 SE 540 or SE 642

(infrared only)
TS switch-on/off Infrared signal from SE Via switch in the taper shank or Infrared signal from SE
infrared signal from SE
Energy supply/ Compressed air Batteries, rechargeable or nonrechargeable

voltage supply Recommended operating
5 5
pressure 5.5 · 10 Pa to 8 · 10 Pa
Energy buffer Integrated high-power capacitors, Two rechargeable or nonrechargeable batteries, 1 V to 4 V each,
1)
charging time typically 3 s at size C or size A
5
5.5 · 10 Pa
Typically 800 h2) 2)

Operating time Typically 120 s Typically 500 h
(reduced operating time as
replacement for TS 632)

1)
Via adapter, included in delivery
2)
In continuous operation with 3.6 V/6000 mAh lithium batteries; with the size A lithium batteries included in delivery, only half the
service life is reached
105 Pa 
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SE 660, SE 642 and SE 540
Transmitter/receiver units
SE 660
SE 642
SE 540
 = For L1 > 100: Provide a drain hole;

L2 = 10 mm to 100 mm
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Radio and infrared Infrared
Transceiver unit SE 660 SE 642 SE 540
Use TS 460, TT 460 TS 460, TS 444, TS 642, TS 740 TS 460, TS 444, TS 642 or TS 740
Communicates both with TS 460 and TT 460, communicates both
and TT 460 with TS and TT
Signal transmission Radio or infrared Infrared
Area of application In working space of machine In working space of machine In location hole in the spindle
Input/output signals Square-wave signals at HTL level Square-wave signals at HTL level Square-wave signals at HTL level
• Start signals R(-TS) and R(-TT) • Start signals R(-TS) and R(-TT) • Start signal R
• Ready signals B(-TS) and B(-TT) • Ready signals B(-TS) and B(-TT) • Ready signal B
• Trigger signals S and S • Trigger signals S and S • Trigger signal S
• Battery warning W • Battery warning W • Battery warning W
Optical status indicator For infrared transmission, radio For infrared transmission, errors For touch probe
transmission, radio channel and whether workpiece or tool
quality, channel, operating mode touch probe
and whether workpiece or tool
touch probe
Electrical connection M12 flange socket, 12-pin Cable, 0.5/2 m, M9 flange socket, 8-pin
with M12 connector, 12-pin
Cable length  20 m with  6 mm  30 m

 50 m with  6 mm adapter cable and  8 mm adapter cable for with  4.5 mm
extension  50 m
with  4.5 mm adapter cable and
 8 mm adapter cable for
extension
Voltage supply 15 V to 30 V DC
Current consumption
without load
Infrared
Normal operation 3.4 Weff ( 200 mAeff1)) 1)
5.1 Weff ( 250 mAeff ) 3.7 Weff ( 150 mAeff1))
Transmission (max. 3.0 s) 10.7 WPK ( 680 mA 1)) 8.3 WPK ( 550 mA 1)) 4.3 WPK ( 210 mA 1))
Radio 2.1 Weff ( 120 mAeff1)) – –
Operating temperature 10 °C to 40 °C 10 °C to 40 °C UP = 15 V: 10 °C to 60 °C
UP = 24 V: 10 °C to 40 °C
Storage temperature –20 °C to 70 °C –20 °C to 70 °C –20 °C to 70 °C
Mass without cable Approx. 0.3 kg Approx. 0.2 kg Approx. 0.1 kg

1)
With minimum supply voltage
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Selection guide
Tool measurement on the machine TT touch probes TL laser systems

shortens non-productive times, increases The TT 160 and TT 460 tool touch probes are The TL Micro and TL Nano laser systems
machining accuracy and reduces scrapping touch trigger probes for the measurement can measure tools at the rated speed
and reworking of machined parts. With the and inspection of tools. The TT 160 features without making contact. With the aid
tactile TT touch probes and the contact-free signal transmission by cable, while the of the included measuring cycles you
TL laser systems, HEIDENHAIN offers two TT 460 communicates wirelessly over a can measure tool lengths and diameters,
completely different possibilities for tool radio or infrared beam with the SE 660 inspect the form of the individual teeth
measurement. transmitter/receiver unit. and check for tool wear or breakage. The
control automatically saves the results of
With their rugged design and high degree The disk-shaped probe contact of the TT is measurement in a tool table.
of protection, these tool touch probes can deflected during physical probing of a tool.
be installed directly within the machine At that moment the TT generates a trigger The measurement is very fast and uncom-
tool’s work envelope. signal that is transmitted to the control, plicated. Under program control, the NC
where it is processed further. The trigger control positions the tool and starts the
signal is generated through a wear-free measuring cycle. This is always possible:
optical switch that ensures high reliability. before machining, between two machining
steps, or after machining is done.
The probe contact is easy to exchange. The
connection pin to the contact plate features The axially focused laser beam measures
a rated break point. This protects the touch tools as small as 0.03 mm in diameter at a
probe from physical damage due to repeatability of up to ±0.2 µm.
operator error.
TT touch probes TL laser system
TT 160 TT 460 TL Nano TL Micro 150 TL Micro 200 TL Micro 300
Probing method Physical probing Non-contacting by laser beam
Probing directions 3-dimensional: ±X, ±Y, +Z 2-dimensional: ±X (or ±Y), +Z
Probing forces Axial: 8 N, radial: 1 N No forces, operates without contact
Tool materials Breakage-prone teeth are at risk Any
Sensitivity to unclean Very small High (tool must be cleaned with blown air before
tools measurement)
Possible measuring cycles Length, radius, breakage, individual teeth Length, radius, breakage, individual teeth, tooth geometry (also
for combined contours)
Installation effort Simple connection to NC control PLC adaptation in the NC control necessary (6 outputs,
3 inputs), compressed air connection
Signal transmission Cable Radio/infrared to Cable

SE 660;
infrared to SE 642
Repeatability 2   1 µm 2   0.2 µm 2  1 µm

1)
Min. tool diameter 3 mm 0.03 mm 0.1 mm
2)
Max. tool diameter Unlimited 37 mm 30 mm2) 80 mm2) 180 mm2)
1)
Probing force must not result in tool damage
2)
With centered measurement
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Contents
TT touch probe General information 32

Principle of function 33
Mounting 34
Probing 35
Specifications TT 160, TT 460 36
TL laser system General information 38
Components 39
Mounting 40
Protection from contamination 41
Probing 42
Tool measurement
Specifications TL Nano 44
TL Micro 46
DA 301 TL 48
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TT touch probes for tool measurement
Together with the measuring cycles of the

CNC control, the TT tool touch probes en-
able the control to measure tools automati-
cally while they are in the machine spindle.
The control saves the values measured for
tool length and radius in the central tool file.
By inspecting the tool during machining
you can quickly and directly measure wear
or breakage to prevent scrap or rework.
If the measured deviations lie outside the
tolerances, or if the monitored life of the
tool is exceeded, the control can lock the
tool or automatically insert a replacement
tool.
With the TT 460, all signals are transmitted

to the control via radio or infrared beam.
Benefits:
• Greatly increased mobility
• Fast installation at any location
• For use also on rotary and tilting tables
Your benefit: With the TT 160 or TT 460

tool touch probe you can have your CNC
machine operate unattended without losing
accuracy or increasing scrap rates.
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Principle of function
Sensor Repeatability
Touch probes from HEIDENHAIN operate For workpiece measurement, the
with an optical switch as sensor. A lens repeatability of the probing process
system collimates the light generated from is of major importance. The probe
an LED and focuses it onto a differential repeatability specifies the error resulting
photocell. When the probe contact is from repeatedly probing a tool from one
deflected, the differential photocell direction at 20 °C ambient temperature.
produces a trigger signal. The probe
contact of the TT is rigidly connected to a The probe accuracy of a touch probe is
plate integrated in the probe housing on a measured at HEIDENHAIN on precision
three-point bearing. The three-point bearing measuring machines.
ensures the physically ideal rest position.
With its contact-free optical switch, the

sensor operates without wear to guarantee
the high long-term stability of HEIDENHAIN
touch probes.
Error 
Probe contact
Connection pin with rated break point
New device Number of probes 

After approx. 5 million probing cycles
Lens system
Typical repeatability curve of a touch probe: results of repeated probing
Differential from one direction.
photocell
Switch
LED
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Mounting
The tool touch probes feature IP67 protec-

tion and can therefore be fixed within the Fastening with Horizontal mounting
fixing clamps
working space of the machine. The TT is
mounted with two fixing clamps or on an
accessory space-saving mounting base.
The TT with 40 mm probe contact should

be operated vertically to ensure reliable
probing and optimum protection against
contamination. Like the cuboid probe
contact, the 25 mm diameter SC02 probe
contact can also be operated when
mounted in a horizontal position.
Fixing clamp
During workpiece machining, the TT must
be switched off to ensure that the vibrations
that accompany normal machining do not
trigger a probe signal and cause an
Fastening with
interruption. mounting base
Pressure ring
Accessories:
Mounting base for TT
For fastening with a central screw
TT 160, ID: 332400-01
TT 460, ID: 651586-01
Mounting base
Mounting base with blower/flusher jet

For cleaning the tool Mounting base with
blower/flusher jet
Air connection for  4/6 tube Blower/flusher jet
ID 767594-01
Power supply and signal transmission

For the TT 160 touch probe, both the
voltage supply and the trigger signal are
conducted over the touch probe’s cable.
The TT 460 transmits the trigger signal by
infrared beam to the SE 660 transceiver TT 160
(see page 14/15). Voltage supply
Trigger signal
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Probing
The hardened probe contact of the TT tool

touch probe permits direct probing of the
tool as it rotates opposite to the cutting
direction. Speeds of up to 1000 rpm
are permissible depending on the tool
diameter. The probe contact is quickly
exchanged: it is simply screwed onto the
touch probe through a fit.
The maximum permissible deflection of

the probe contact is 5 mm in any direction.
The machine must stop moving within this
distance.
The probe contact of the TT features a

rated break point in order to protect the
touch probe from physical damage due
to operator error. The rated break point is
effective in all probing directions. A rubber
sleeve offers protection from splinters.
A defective connection pin can easily be
replaced without requiring readjustment
of the TT.
Optical deflection display Connecting pin to the contact plate

LEDs on the TT 160 additionally indicate (shown without rubber sleeve)
deflection of the probe contact. On the
TT 460, the condition of the touch probe is
visible through LEDs on the SE transmitter/
receiver unit. This is especially useful for
testing correct operation. You can see at a
glance whether the TT is currently
deflected.
Probe contacts
To probe milling cutters, the tool touch
probes are equipped with a disk-shaped
probe contact with 40 mm diameter
(example). A disk-shaped probe contact
with a 25 mm diameter is available as an
accessory. Because of its small weight, it
is particularly recommended for horizontal
mounting of the TT.
The TT tool touch probe can also be used

to calibrate lathe tools. The flat surfaces
of a cuboid probe contact (available as an
accessory) are contacted by the edges
of the lathe tool. This makes it possible Accessories:
to regularly inspect tools in NC controlled Probe contact SC02  25 mm
lathes for breakage and wear in order to ID 574752-01
ensure process reliability.
Probe contact SC01  40 mm
The probe contacts can be ordered ID 527801-01
separately for replacement. They can
be easily replaced, without requiring Probe contact cuboid
readjustment of the TT. ID 676497-01
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TT 160 and TT 460
Tool touch probes
TT 160
TT 460
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Cable Radio and infrared
Tool touch probe TT 160 TT 460
Probe accuracy  ±15 µm
Probe repeatability 2   1 µm at a probing velocity of 1 m/min

Repeated probing from Typical values:
Deflection of probe 5 mm in all directions

contact
Deflection force Axial: approx. 8 N

Radial: approx. 1 N
Probing velocity  5 m/min
Mass Approx. 0.3 kg Approx. 0.4 kg
Mounting on the • Fastening by fixing clamps (included in delivery)

machine table • Fastening with mounting base (accessory)
Electrical connection M12 flange socket, 8-pin –
Cable length  25 m –
Voltage supply 10 V to 30 V DC/ 100 mA (with no load) 2 batteries (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)

1
/2 AA or size LR2, each 1 V to 4 V
Operating time – Continuous duty: typically 400 h1) with lithium

batteries
Output signals • Trigger signals S and S (square-wave signal –

and its inverted signal)
• Floating trigger output
HTL signal levels UH  20 V with –IH  20 mA –

UL  2.8 V with IL  20 mA
at 24 V DC rated voltage
Signal transmission Cable Radio or infrared transmission (selectable)

with 360° range to SE
Transceiver unit – • SE 6602) for radio and infrared transmission

• SE 6422) for infrared transmission
TT switch-on/off – Radio or infrared signal (selectable) from SE

1)
Reduced operating time if there is much surrounding radio traffic, or short but frequent probing intervals
2)
SE shared by TS 460 and TT 460, see page 28
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TL laser systems for tool measurement
Tool monitoring with a TL laser system is The continual process inspection with
a very flexible solution. The contact-free monitoring of the tool data detects wear,
optical measurement enables you to check tooth breakage and tool breakage before
even the smallest tools rapidly, reliably and damage occurs. This ensures consistent
without collision. Even the most sensitive production quality, avoids subsequent
tools are completely secure from damage. damage, and reduces the cost of scrapped
or reworked parts. The measuring cycles
The precise determination of the length operate automatically, ensuring optimum
and radius at the rated shaft speed ensures monitoring even during unattended
your high quality of production. At the operation.
same time this integrated tool setting with
automatic updating of tool data eliminates The TL laser systems guarantee reliable
the need for separate tool setting, reducing tool monitoring, high measuring accuracy,
costs and non-productive times. and precise inspection for wear and tear.
They offer the following benefits:
Tool monitoring occurs at the rated shaft • Reduced non-productive times
speed in the real clamping system, and as • Unattended operation
such under real operating conditions. Errors • Less scrap
on the tool, spindle and holder can be • Increased productivity
immediately detected and corrected. Every • Consistently high quality of production
single tooth is measured at the highest
speed. Even the geometry of special tools
can automatically be checked on the
machine for deviations.
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Components
TL laser systems
The laser systems are available in different
versions for various maximum tool
diameters:
• TL Nano
• TL Micro 150
• TL Micro 200
• TL Micro 300
The devices have an integral blowing unit

to remove chips and coolant from the tool
with a blast of compressed air. TL Micro 300
The TL laser systems are optimized to the

spindle shaft speed of NC machines for
standard spindles and for HSC spindles
(over 30 000 rpm).
The TL Micro systems are available as

versions with cable exits and compressed
air connections on the bottom or on the
side. TL Micro 200
Measuring cycles
The NC control uses measuring cycles to
process the output signal of the laser
systems and make the necessary
calculations. Measuring cycles for the
TNC 320/620/640 and iTNC 530 controls
from HEIDENHAIN are included with the TL Nano
TL laser systems. The measuring cycles
contain functions for
• Tool setting with automatic transmission
of the data to the tool table
• Inspection of wear and tear with or
without correction of the tool data
• Identification with or without correction
of the tool data
Compressed air unit

A DA 301 TL compressed air unit, specifi-
cally designed for these requirements, is
necessary for operation of the TL laser
systems. It consists of three filter stages
(prefilter, fine filter and activated carbon
filter), an automatic condensation trap,
and a pressure regulator with pressure
gauge, as well as three control valves. They
activate the sealing unit of the laser optics,
supply the laser system with sealing air,
and blow the tool clean. The PLC program
triggers the control valves.
Accessories
The accessories simplify the mounting and
maintenance of the TL laser systems.
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Mounting
Mounting attitude
The TL laser systems fulfill the require-
ments for IP68 and can therefore be fixed
directly in the machine’s working space.
For smooth operation, even with coolant
and chips, the transmitter and receiver
feature a pneumatically activated sealing
system. The additional introduction of
sealing air provides a very high degree
of protection against contamination.
The TL laser systems can be mounted in

both upright and resting positions on or
next to the machine table. They must be
mounted in a stable enough manner to
guarantee high repeatability. The cutting
edge should rotate in the appropriate
direction for avoiding bothersome
reflections and refractions during
measurement by the laser beam.
The working space of the machine tool

should be limited in order to prevent
collision with the laser system during
machining.
Aligning the TL
In order to achieve the best possible
repeatability, the laser system must be
mounted exactly parallel to two NC axes.
For upright mounting on the machine table,
the horizontal alignment is ensured by the
mounting surface. The mounting tolerances
are included in the dimension drawings.
Deviations in the parallelism are particularly

noticeable as linear errors when measuring
the length of very different tool diameters.
It is therefore recommended that the
length of eccentric tools (e.g. end mills,
face-milling cutters) be measured on the
outside radius outside of the tool axis.
Mounting accessory for TL Micro

The mounting plate makes it very easy
to install a TL Micro laser system on the
machine table. Two stop pins on the base
permit you to remove and reinstall the laser
system without having to readjust it.
Accessories:
Mounting plate for TL Micro
ID 560028-01
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Protection from contamination
The application of laser systems directly on

machine tools requires effective measures
to protect the sensitive optical system of
the laser light barrier.
Mechanical protection
The lenses of the laser systems are
perfectly sealed against coolant and
chips by contamination shutters with an
integrated mechanical seal system. The
seal enables the optical system only for the
duration of the measurement. The shutter
is actuated pneumatically by the DA 301 TL
compressed air unit.
Sealing air
The transmitter and receiver of the laser Pneumatic systems in the TL with connections for sealing air (S) and seal control (V)
light barrier are protected by very clean
sealing air from the DA 301 TL compressed
air unit. It prevents contamination of the
optical system by coolant spray.
Accessories
Maintenance kit for protective shutter
ID 560034-01
A maintenance kit consisting of the
following items is offered for cleaning the
contamination shutters of the laser optics.
• Gasket set
• Sintered sleeves
• Filler plugs
• O-rings
• M3x8 hexagon socket screws
• Special lubricant
• Operating Instructions
Replacement filters
ID 560036-01 Activated carbon filter
Complete filter set for the DA 301 TL
consisting of prefilter, fine filter, and
activated carbon filter.
Protective springs
ID 560037-01
Set of spiral springs for protecting the
Prefilter
compressed air tubing in the machine
envelope
Set: 2 x  6 mm, 1 x  4 mm;
Length each: 1 m Fine filter
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Probing
The TL laser systems operate as high-

precision light barriers without any contact.
A laser light source (protection class 2 as
per IEC 825) emits a laser beam. The
opposing receiver unit detects the laser
beam and so captures every interruption.
For any change in status—such as when a
tool interrupts the laser beam or is removed
again—the integral electronics generate a
trigger pulse for a defined duration. This
dynamic signal DYN is transmitted to the
NC control, where it is used for capturing
the position value. In addition, the laser
system outputs the static signal STA for
the duration that the laser beam is
interrupted.
Calibrating
Before measurement with the TL laser
system can be started, the system must
be calibrated, meaning that the exact
position of the trigger points relative to the
machine coordinate system must be
determined. A reference tool, available as
an accessory, is used for this purpose. It
has a characteristic shape for calibration,
with a cylindrical dowel pin and a stepped
inspection diameter for measurement in
the positive and negative Z axis directions
(for determining the exact position of the
center of the laser beam in Z). The
reference tool is clamped into the tool
holder, and its length, diameter and height
are measured very exactly. A cylindrical
dowel pin suffices for simple applications.
The best possible runout is to be ensured
for the calibration measurement.
Accessory:
Reference tool
ID 560032-01
Probing strategies
The selection of the probing strategy
also influences the reliability of the
measurement. The measured value
can be captured either when the tool is
moved into the laser beam (“pushing
measurement”) or when it is removed
(“pulling measurement”). The pulling
measurement ensures a high degree of
protection against the influence of coolant
and swarf, while the pushing measurement Measured value transfer with:
is the better method for engraving bits and • Pushing measurement
tools with very small shaft diameters.
• Pulling measurement
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Operating modes
The operating mode of the laser system
ENABLE 1
ENABLE 2
operation
Mode of
is defined over the inputs ENABLE 1
and ENABLE 2. The measuring cycles
automatically put the receiver in the Function
appropriate operating mode.
0 0 0 Inspection of individual teeth
During inspection of individual teeth, Base speed 3750 rpm
+
each available tooth generates an output

pulse of defined duration. The pulse 1 0 1 Pushing measurement
duration and the number of teeth define Base speed  0 rpm
the basic speed. In the event of error—a
missing tooth or a tolerance error—the 2 1 0 On version for standard machine*
dynamic output signal (DYN) stays at low Pulling measurement
level for max. 100 seconds. Base speed 600 to 3000 rpm
In the measuring mode, every change of On version for HSC machines*
light causes a DYN output signal with a Inspection of individual teeth +
defined duration of 20 ms. The positive Base speed 42 000 rpm

edge is evaluated. The device is switched
between “pushing”and “pulling” 3 1 1 Pulling measurement
measurement over the ENABLE 2 input. Base speed  3000 rpm
Optical status indicator Optical status LED Function

LEDs on the receiver side of the laser indicator
system make a rapid diagnosis of the
status possible. In this way, the operator Input for enabling transmission
sees at a glance whether the laser beam Laser ON
path is OK, whether a dynamic trigger
signal is being output, and which operating Alignment Laser adjustment OK (signal > 95 %)
mode of the laser system is active.
Laser OK Laser output OK (signal > 75 %)
Probing used tools
The optically scanning laser system can of
Output DYN output (signal > 50 %)
course not distinguish between the actual
tool to be measured and any attached chips,
coolant coating or falling drops of coolant. Mode Operating mode 0
In order to avoid faulty measurements, the
tool should therefore be cleaned before Operating mode 1
measuring. This can be done by spinning
off any particles at a high rotational velocity
Operating mode 2
or by blowing them off with air. The TL laser
systems feature an integral blowing feature
for this, which can be used to clean the Operating mode 3
tool before and during a measuring cycle.
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TL Nano
Laser system for tool measurement
 = Tangential measurement of the tool

diameter from above or the side
F = Machine guideway
P = Gauging points for alignment
*) = Alignment of housing
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Specifications TL Nano
Tool diameter
Central measurement 0.03 mm to 37 mm
Tangential measurement 0.03 mm to 44 mm
Repeatability ±0.2 µm
Spindle speed* For individual tooth measurement, optimized to standard spindles or HSC spindles (> 30 000 rpm)
Laser Visible red-light laser with beam focused at center of system
Wavelength/Power 630 nm bis 700 nm/< 1 mW
Protection class IEC 825 2
Input signals Square-wave signals 24 V DC

• Enable transmitter ENABLE 0
• Enable 1 to receiver ENABLE 1
Output signals Square-wave signals 24 V DC

• Dynamic triggering signal DYN
• Static triggering signal STA
• Proper laser function LASER OK
Voltage supply 24 V DC / 160 mA
Electrical connection M23 flange socket (male),12-pin, at side
Mounting Within the machine work envelope
Protection EN 60 529 IP68 (when connected, with sealing air)
Tool cleaning Blower
Storage temperature 0 °C to 50 °C
Mass Approx. 0.70 kg (including blower)
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TL Micro
Laser system for tool
measurement
L1 L2 Model
19 150 TL Micro 150
44 200 TL Micro 200
94 300 TL Micro 300
 = Tangential measurement of the tool

diameter from above
 = Tangential measurement of the tool
diameter from the side
 = Cutout for mounting
F = Machine guideway
P = Gauging points for alignment
*) = Alignment of housing
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Specifications TL Micro 150 TL Micro 200 TL Micro 300
Tool diameter
Central measurement 0.03 mm to 30 mm 0.1 mm to 80 mm 0.1 mm to 180 mm
Tangential measurement 0.03 mm to 30 mm 0.1 mm to 98 mm 0.1 mm to 324 mm
from above
Tangential measurement 0.03 mm to 30 mm 0.1 mm to 122 mm 0.1 mm to 428 mm
from the side
Repeatability ±0.2 µm ±1 µm
Spindle speed* For individual tooth measurement, optimized to standard spindles or HSC spindles (> 30 000 rpm)
Laser Visible red-light laser with beam focused at center of system
Wavelength/Power 630 nm bis 700 nm/< 1 mW
Protection class IEC 825 2
Input signals Square-wave signals 24 V DC

• Enable transmitter ENABLE 0
Output signals Square-wave signals 24 V DC

• Dynamic triggering signal DYN
• Static triggering signal STA
• Proper laser function LASER OK
Voltage supply 24 V DC/160 mA
Electrical connection* M23 flange socket (male), 12-pin, either on the side or bottom
Mounting Within the machine work envelope
Protection EN 60 529 IP68 (when connected, with sealing air)
Tool cleaning Blower
Storage temperature 0 °C to 50 °C
Mass Including blower
Cable outlet lateral Approx. 0.85 kg Approx. 0.95 kg Approx. 1.15 kg
Cable outlet downward Approx. 0.90 kg Approx. 1.00 kg Approx. 1.20 kg
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DA 301 TL
Compressed air unit for TL laser system
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Specifications DA 301 TL
Configuration
Filter system • Prefilter for particle sizes down to 5 µm

• Fine filter for particle sizes down to 0.01 µm
• Activated carbon filter for particle sizes down to 0.001 µm
Pressure regulator with For setting the output pressure

pressure gauge
Control valves Release compressed air for

• Sealing air
• Workpiece blower
• Sealing unit of the laser optics
Overpressure for 4 bars to 6 bars

operation
Air quality
Air in DIN ISO 8573-1 class 4.3.4
Air out DIN ISO 8573-1 Class 1.3.1
Flow rate  400 l/min (without flushing/blowing feature)
Connections
Compressed air inlet G 3/8“
Compressed air outlet Quick disconnects for

• Sealing air:  6 mm
• Flushing/blowing feature:  6 mm
• Sealing unit:  4 mm
Mass Approx. 4.4 kg (w/o cable)
Items supplied DA 301 TL compressed air unit

1 x 13 m pressure tubing  4 mm
2 x 13 m pressure tubing  6 mm
3 x 10 m cable for triggering the control valves
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Voltage supply
Cable-connected touch probes Battery size Operating time

1)
The cable-connected TS 260, TS 248 and
TT 160 touch probes, the SE transmitter/ Lithium battery Alkaline battery NiMH battery
receiver unit, and the TL laser systems are
powered by the control. The maximum TS 460 1
/2 AA 400 h 120 h 90 h
cable lengths shown in the specifications TT 460
apply for HEIDENHAIN cables.
TS 642 C 800 h 400 h 250 h
Wireless touch probes
The TS 460, TS 642, TS 740 and TT 460 A
2)
400 h 200 h 125 h
touch probes with wireless transmission
are powered by two batteries (rechargeable TS 740 C 500 h 220 h 140 h
or nonrechargeable) with a rated voltage of
1 V to 4 V. The service life depends heavily A
2)
250 h 110 h 70 h
on the type and model of batteries used
(see table for examples). The typical service 1)
Note: These are approximate values that can vary by manufacturer.
life data shown in the specifications apply 2)
Via adapter
only to the lithium batteries included in
delivery. An operating time of 400 h
assumes use over 12 months in triple-
shift operation and 5 % usage time.
The touch probe electronics automatically

detect the type of batteries used. If the
battery capacity falls below 10 %, the SE
transmits a warning to the control. For
operation with rechargeable batteries,
the touch probes are provided with deep
discharge protection: the probe switches Start
off before the battery charge is exhausted.
The TS 460 and TT 460 touch probes

feature intelligent battery management 100%
ton2 toff1 ton1
Current consumption
in order to minimize current consumption.

The touch probe switches in steps to the
stand-by condition: The longer a touch 50%
probe has been switched off, the less
current it consumes. Activating a touch
probe from a low standby level takes only tR
a split second longer. This ensures high,
application-oriented availability.
TS 460/TT 460 current consumption
When switched off, the TS 642 and TS 740 Signal times
touch probes go into stand-by mode, and Switch-on delay
after eight hours, to the sleep mode. You • From stand-by mode: ton1 typically 1 s
must then take a longer startup time into • From reduced consumption mode: ton2 typically 0.25 s
Switch-off delay
account when reactivating the touch probe
• With infrared transmission: toff1 < 1 s
(see Switching the TS 642/TS 740 on/off). • With radio transmission: toff1 < 1 s
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TS 444 – energy generation through air turbine generator
The TS 444 touch probe with infrared

transmission has an air turbine generator for
power generation. Additional rechargeable
or nonrechargeable batteries are not
required. Air inlet
Configuration
The air turbine generator consists of an
air turbine, the actual generator and high-
power capacitors for energy storage. Turbine wheel
Compressed air that is supplied through
the spindle is required for operating the
turbine. The compressed air can also be
used for cleaning the workpiece. Charging
Generator
the capacitors and cleaning the workpiece
are thus combined in one work step. This
Electronics
eliminates such additional idle time.
Air outlet
Procedure
After inserting the TS 444 touch probe, the
high-power capacitors are charged through
the air turbine generator. This can be done
when the touch probe moves from the tool
changer to the measuring position, and
also when the workpiece is cleaned with
compressed air.
Charging times
The charging times of the capacitors vary
depending on the available air pressure:
the higher the pressure, the shorter the
charging time (see diagram).
Illustration of turbine and air inlet/outlet (principle)
Operating time
When the capacitors are fully charged,
the TS 444 is ready for 120 seconds of
Time (s) 
continuous operation. The battery warning

signal indicates that the capacitors need to
be recharged.
Requirements for compressed air

quality
The air turbine generator can operate at
pressures as low as 2 x 105 Pa. An
operating pressure between 5.5 x 105 Pa
and 8 x 105 Pa is recommended. The
Electrical connection
compressed air does not need to be TS 444 is switched on

specially cleaned. Battery warning threshold Operating pressure (105 Pa) 
Fully charged capacitor
Charging time as a function of supplied pressure
105 Pa  1 bar
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Interfaces
TS, TT touch probes
Please refer to the General electrical

information in the Interfaces of
HEIDENHAIN Encoders brochure.
Touch probes with signal

transmission by cable
When the stylus of the TS 260 and TS 248
or the probe contact of the TT 160 is
deflected, it triggers a square-wave
signal S and its inverted signal S.
HTL signal levels S, S Trigger NC
UH  (UP – 2.2 V) at –IH  20 mA
Trigger NO
UL  1.8 V at IL  20 mA
In addition, the TS 260, TS 248 and TT 160
touch probes feature two floating switching
Trigger signal from TS 260/TS 248/TT 160
outputs (Trigger NO and Trigger NC),
Response time tR  10 µs
which serve as normally closed contact Repeat interval tW > 25 ms
and normally open contact via optocoupler.
Load capacity of optocoupler
Umax  15 V
Imax  50 mA
U  1 V (typically 0.3 V at I = 50 mA)
Since the spindle must be locked in
position before the TS can be inserted,
the connecting and adapter cables are
equipped with jumpers. This enables the
CNC to conduct the required safety check
when the touch probe is connected.
Touch probes with wireless Switch-on after break Subsequent switch-on

signal transmission
The TS 460, TS 740 and TT 460 touch
probes are switched on by the CNC over
the SE. The rising edge of the start signal
R activates the TS, and the falling edge
deactivates it.
The TS 642 touch probe is activated by
inserting it in the spindle by the microswitch 0<t<8h tE1
integrated in the taper shank.
tE2
The SE uses the ready signal B to report tA
to the control that the touch probe is
activated and within the reception area of
Probing possible possible
the SE. The workpiece can now be probed.
The delay t when switching the probe on or Switching the TS 460/TS 740/TT 460 on and off
off depends on the distance between the Signal times
SE and TS, as well as the mode of the Switch-on delay
touch probe’s power supply. Subsequent tE1  1000 ms (typically 250 ms)
to the initial activation (when the TS is in tE2  3000 ms
Switch-off delay
standby mode) the typical value for
tA  1000 ms (typically 350 ms)
activation is 250 ms, and for deactivation
350 ms (1000 ms for the max. distance).
When activating the probe after a longer
interval (more than 8 hours—the TS is in
the sleep mode), the delay can be up to
3 s. If the touch probe does not respond,
the SE aborts the switch-on/off attempt
after 3.5 s.
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The TS 444 touch probe is switched on
automatically as soon as the air turbine Typically 3 s
generator charges the high-power
capacitors when compressed air is
applied. The SE reports readiness of the
TS 444 with the ready signal B. Almost
simultaneously, the battery warning W is
switched off. If the charge capacity L drops
below the warning threshold after approx.
1 min. operating time, the battery warning
signals to the NC that recharging is
required. After about another minute, the
ready signal is reset, as well.
Probing possible
D: Compressed air on/off L: Charge status
Signal sequence of TS 444

When the stylus is deflected, it releases
the square-wave trigger signal S.
Signal times
Response time tR1
• With infrared transmission: 0.2 ms
• With radio transmission: 10 ms
Repeat interval tW > 25 ms
In the event of a disturbance, the ready

signal B is reset. The response time
between occurrence of the disturbance
and the resetting of the ready signal
depends on the type of signal
transmission.
Signal times Probing with TS 460/TS 642/TS 740/TT 460

Response time for interrupted signal
transmission tS
• With infrared transmission:  40 ms Fault Battery < 10 %
• With radio transmission:  55 ms
Response time for collision (with collision

protection adapter) tS
• With infrared transmission:  40 ms
• With radio transmission:  20 ms
The battery warning W reports that the

battery capacity has fallen below 10 %. The
ready signal also resets the battery
warning. Probing possible possible
 HTL signal levels

Behavior during disturbance and battery warning
R
UH = (10 V to 30 V) at IH  4 mA
UL  2 V at –IL  0.1 mA
B/S/W
UH  (UP – 2.2 V) at –IH  20 mA
UL  1.8 V at IL  20 mA
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TL, DA 301 TL laser systems
TL inputs
The CNC activates the laser system
through three enabling lines:
Switch-on Measure Switch-off
The enable transmitter 0 (ENABLE 0)
signal activates or deactivates the Contamination
transmitter and switches the laser beam shutter Open Clsd
on or off. To reduce the power loss (heat
generation) to a minimum and increase
service life, the laser diode is activated only
during the measuring cycle. Sealing air Off On
The receiver enabling 1 and 2 (ENABLE 1

and ENABLE 2) signals determine the
operating mode of the laser light barrier Transmitter enabling
depending on the respective measuring
cycle.
Signal levels: Receiver enabling

UH = 24 V at 15 mA
TL outputs
The TL laser systems provide the following
output signals:
Laser
After the transmitter and receiver are
enabled, the laser system provides the
information “Laser OK” if the luminance
at the receiver is at least 75 % of the
maximum. Alignment (LED)
Two output signals are generated when

the laser beam is interrupted.
The measuring signal static STA output Laser OK
switches to low level if the luminance at the
receiver is less than 50 % (= interrupted
light beam).
Static STA
Do not use this output as trigger signal.
Fast rotating tools cause spike pulses with
extremely short pulse times that cannot be
evaluated by the PLC or NC.
Switch-on/switch-off behavior
The measuring signal dynamic DYN
output provides a 24 V pulse with a defined
duration of 20 ms for every light modulation
(light to dark or dark to light). This output DA 301 TL inputs
serves for the trigger signal. The DA 301 TL supplies the laser systems
with clean compressed air for contamination
protection, for opening the seal and cleaning
Signal levels: the tool. The respective pneumatic valves
UH = 24 V at 50 mA are controlled by the CNC. The cables to
the CNC are included with the DA 301 TL.
Signal levels:
UH = 24 V at 71 mA
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Tool
Pushing measurement Pulling measurement
Output signals during length and radius measurement for pushing and pulling measurement
Tool
1)
Duration depending on v
Fast axis feed rates or rotating tools can cause spike pulses in the STA signal
Tool
Output signals during shape inspection of individual teeth
Measure Inspection of individual teeth
Tool OK Tooth 2 defective
x = 4; n = 3750
x
Output signals during tooth inspection in the measuring and individual tooth inspection modes
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Connection to CNC controls
HEIDENHAIN touch probes feature

universal interfaces that permit connection
with practically all relevant CNC controls
for machine tools. Where necessary,
HEIDENHAIN offers UTI interface
electronics and optional software
packages to supplement the touch probe
cycles in the control. This ensures a reliable
connection and functional application of
HEIDENHAIN touch probes regardless of
the make of the control.
CNC Touch probes Control input Interface Cycles

required
CNC internal Separate software from
HEIDENHAIN
HEIDENHAIN Cable: HSCI: – Workpiece measurement –

TNC 640 TS 248 X112, X113 • Workpiece alignment
TNC 620 TS 260 • Datum setting
iTNC 530 TT 160 Other: – 1) • Workpiece measurement
TNC 320 X12, X13 Tool measurement
TNC 128 Radio/infrared: • Length, radius
TS 460 • Wear, breakage
TT 460 • Individual teeth
Via SE 660
Siemens X121, X122 or – Workpiece measurement
828D X132 • Workpiece alignment
840D Infrared: • Datum setting
840D sl TS 460 • Workpiece measurement
TS 444 Tool measurement
TS 642 • Length, radius
TS 740 • Wear, breakage
TT 460
Fanuc Via SE 642, Recommended: UTI 491 (only for – Workpiece measurement
0 SE 540 HIGH SPEED connection of an • Workpiece alignment
0i SKIP SE) • Datum setting
16 • Workpiece measurement
18 Possible: – Tool measurement
21 SKIP (24 V) • Length, radius
30 • Wear, breakage
31
32
Mitsubishi SKIP (24 V) Basic cycle for

M70/M700 series • Setting a datum
M64/M640 series • Tool length
Mazak
Mazatrol Fusion
Mazatrol Matrix
Mazatrol Smart
1)
UTI 240 required if TS 460 and TT 460 are operated together
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Interface electronics for integration
To adapt the touch probe signals to the

CNC control, a UTI interface unit might
be required under certain circumstances.
This applies in particular for connecting SE
transmitter/receiver units to Fanuc controls
or for retrofitting old CNC controls with a
touch probe.
UTI 491
Die UTI 491 interface unit is a simple
optocoupler relay. It serves to galvanically
isolate the touch probes at the High Speed
Skip input from Fanuc controls.
ID 802467-01
UTI 192
The UTI 192 interface unit is used when
additional adaptation is required, such
as logical gating of signals or automatic
starting of a touch probe, etc., that cannot
be realized in the CNC control. The UTI 192
is usually used for retrofitting touch probes
(see the product overview Touch Probes
for Retrofitting on Machine Tools).
ID 579092-01
UTI 240
The UTI 240 interface unit is required when
the TS and TT are to be retrofitted with a
common SE on the TNC 320 or other old
HEIDENHAIN controls. It distributes the TS
and the TT signals to the corresponding
inputs of the TNC and sets up a connection
to the PLC for starting the TT and
transmitting the warning signal.
ID 658883-01
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Connecting elements and cables
General information
Connector (insulated): Connecting Coupling (insulated): Connecting element with external thread;
element with coupling ring; available available with male or female contacts (see symbols).
with male or female contacts (see
M23
symbols). Symbols M12
Symbols
M12
Mounted coupling M23

M12 with flange
right-angle connector
Flange socket: With external thread; M23

M23
permanently mounted on a housing,
available with male or female contacts.
Symbols
The pins on connectors are numbered Accessory for flange sockets and M23
D-sub connector for HEIDENHAIN
in the direction opposite to those on mounted couplings
controls, counters and IK absolute value
couplings or flange sockets, regardless of
cards.
whether the connecting elements have Threaded metal dust cap
ID 219926-01
Symbols
male contacts or
Accessory for M12 connecting element
female contacts. Insulation spacer
ID 596495-01
When engaged, the connections provide

protection to IP67 (D-sub connector:
IP50; EN 60 529). When not engaged,
1)
Interface electronics are integrated in the
there is no protection.
connector
Quick disconnect: Compact connector with push/pull lock
Symbol
You will find information on cable routing

and bend radii under General electrical
information in the Interfaces of
58
TS, TT, and SE pin layouts
SE 660, SE 642
12-pin flange socket or coupling M12
Voltage supply Signals
1 12 11 5 2 10 3 4 6 9 7 8
UP 0V R(TS) R(TT) B(TS) B(TT) S S W / / /
Brown/ White/ Blue White Green Brown Gray Pink Violet Yellow Red Black
Green Green
External shield is on housing. Unused pins or wires must not be engaged.

UP = Voltage supply; R = Start signal; B = Ready signal; S, S = Trigger signal; W = Battery warning
SE 540 (adapter cable)

7-pin coupling, M23 15-pin D-sub connector, 2 or 3 rows
2 3
2 1 7 3 5 4 6
2 5 8 1 4 3 10 7
3 10 9 / 6 3 2 4
UP 0V Internal shield R B S W
Brown White White/Brown Yellow Gray Green Blue

UP = Voltage supply; R = Start signal; B = Ready signal; S = Trigger signal; W = Battery warning
TS 248, TS 260, TT 160

8-pin connector, M12
2 7 3 4 1 5 6 8
UP 0V S S B Trigger NO Trigger NC Trigger 0 V
Blue Violet Gray Pink White White/Green Yellow Brown/Green

UP = Voltage supply; B = Ready signal; S, S = Trigger signal;
Trigger = Floating switching outputs (NC = normally closed, NO = normally open)
Please note: Important information on

electrical connection, voltage supply and
cable routing is available under General
electrical information in the Interfaces of
59
SE 660, SE 642, SE 540 connecting cables
15-pin
7-pin/M23
15-pin
12-pin/M12 15-pin 15-pin
15-pin
12-pin/M12
15-pin
15-pin/9-pin
(old)
9-pin
(old)
1) If total length > 20 m: Select a cable ID 701919-xx/1073372-xx longer than ID 663631-xx.
**) TS 444/64x/740 not possible in combination with SE 660.

F/S/M = Fanuc/Siemens/Mitsubishi/Mazak, F* Fanuc High Speed Skip via UTI 491
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TS 248, TS 260, TT 160 connecting cables
8-pin/M12 8-pin/M12 15-pin
15-pin
7-pin/M23 9-pin
8-pin/M12
667674-01 15-pin
(up to PLB variant -02, not for UEC)
8-pin/M12 9-pin
15-pin
F/S/M = Fanuc/Siemens/Mitsubishi/Mazak, F* Fanuc High Speed Skip via UTI 491
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Pin layouts and adapter cables
TL, DA 301 TL
Connecting cable included in items supplied with the DA 301 TL

3 outputs
560040-xx
or
560041-xx
3 inputs
3 outputs
560039-01
TNC 320
TNC 426/430
826269-01
TNC 640
X113 TNC 620
iTNC 530 HSCI
Adapter cable  14 mm/ 6.5 mm

With one M23 connector (female), 12-pin
Smallest permissible bending radius Protective sleeve
60 mm, suitable for use in drag chains 3m
With PUR protective sleeve

ID 560040-xx
Adapter cable length 5 m

With one D-sub connector (male), 9-pin
Integrated interface for TNC 320/426/430,
iTNC 530
ID 560039-01
With one D-sub connector (male), 15-pin,

3-row
Integrated interface for TNC 620/640,
iTNC 530 HSCI
ID 826269-01
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TL laser system
12-pin connector M23
Voltage supply Signals Outputs
2 1 4 12 6 3 5 7
24 V 0V ENABLE 0 ENABLE 1 ENABLE 2 DYN STA LASER OK
Brown White Yellow Pink Violet Green Gray Blue
9-pin D-sub connector
Channel inputs
0V DYN
White Brown
3-pin connector
Outputs
Trigger signal 0V Protective conductor
Black Black Yellow/Green
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Touch Probes

for Machine Tools

Touch probes from HEIDENHAIN were

With the TT triggering touch probes, the

The TL laser systems operate without any

Touch probes from HEIDENHAIN

Experience and profile 4

TS touch probes Selection guide 10

HEIDENHAIN has been developing

Of course, many years of experience in

Wear-free optical sensor

Reliable measurement results

Furthermore, the collision protection

Battery-free TS 444 touch probe

Center of a rectangular stud Center of a circular stud

Center of a bolt hole circle Outside corner

Measuring the angle of a line

Measuring a diameter Measuring the angle of a plane

Tool wear measurement

Tool breakage monitoring

Tool radius measurement, detection of tooth

Single tooth and shape inspection

Tool length measurement

Detection of tool breakage

The TS workpiece touch probes from

The stylus of a TS touch trigger probe is

Voltage supply Batteries, rechargeable Air turbine generator Batteries,

Interface to control HTL via SE

Touch probes with wireless signal

TS 460 – New generation standard touch

Touch probes with cable connection for

TS 260 – New generation, axial or radial

Infrared Cable Transmission range 16

SE 540, SE 642 – Optical status indicator 17

TS 248, TS 260, TS 460, TS 642 TS 740

LED Contact plate

Probe accuracy Probe repeatability

The probe accuracy also includes the Influence of probe styli

The probe accuracy of a touch probe is

The TS 740 triggering touch probe is

New device Number of probes 

Typical repeatability curve of a TS 2xx/4xx/6xx touch probe: results of

Signal transmission by cable

When the TS 260 is used for milling, drilling

Wireless signal transmission SE 660 SE 540 SE 642

The SE 660 communicates with the TS 460

The following signals are transmitted:

Radio transmission (only TS 460, TT 460)

Hybrid technology: Signal transmission

No matter whether you work with radio or

360° transmission range

Quality of signal transmission

Touch probes and transmitter/receiver units

SE 540 transmitter/receiver unit

SE 642 transmitter/receiver unit

SE 660 transmitter/receiver unit Start signal of TS Start signal of TT

The TS workpiece touch probes from

DIN 2080 JIS B 6339