Miniature Single Leaf Flexure0 pages
Miniature Single Leaf Flexure
Solartron Metrology has introduced another variant to its already
comprehensive range of flexure based contact probes. The
miniature single leaf flexure has a calibrated range of 0 – 500
microns and provides the means for alternative configurations of
contact tip mounting.
Description
The gauge body mounting to the fixture is accomplished using a single M2.5 screw. Contact tip
mounting is attached by using either the integral M3 locking thread insert, primarily intended for use
with length extensions, OEM’s fixed length contact tips or with Solartron’s tip adapter, which when
applied with Solartron’s dedicated tip allows for 1 mm of height adjustment. OEM tips may be fitted to
either option, but it is advised that the height be limited to a maximum of 6 mm above the gauge top
surface, to avoid significantly prejudicing gauge life and repeatability. Mid adjustment range is the
reference point for the calibration using the standard tip.
Length extensions may be applied to this style of gauge but should be used with care. A maximum
length of 12mm centres, between tip and mounting thread, is advised, but this does depend on other
variables such as tip height approach angle and measurement deflection – extremes of these
conditions will significantly reduce the gauge life and severely degrade the repeatability.
To enable direct reading of the gauge using extensions, the use of a software multiplier will be
necessary. However, as the reference dimension for the gauge is 18 mm by using a 12 mm
extension, a range of 833 microns is achieved but a reading of only 500 microns is observed.
Features
• 0.5 mm measurement range
• IP68 Sealing
• Excellent repeatability: <0.5 µm
• Accuracy better than 1 µm
• 3D drawings available
EDCR number: 21812 Issue number: 15/06
Datasheet number: 503282
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