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The "Touch Probe Series for CNC Machine Tools" can be mounted on NC machines such as lathes, machining centers, grinders, dedicated machines, and robots, allowing for measurement of workpiece dimensions, centering, and positioning. When the probe makes contact with the workpiece or table, it outputs a high-precision ON/OFF signal that can be input into NC or PC devices. 【Features】 ■ The built-in switch is contact-type, providing high precision with no hysteresis. ■ No amplifier is needed, eliminating self-heating of the sensor part and temperature drift due to temperature characteristics. ■ Over-travel signals can be output (only for E2A). *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "CSF Series" is a low-contact-force switch that uses a non-contact circuit in its contact structure, maintaining the reliability of contact-type switches while achieving a low contact force of 0.1N. It is suitable for detecting delicate workpieces that are prone to scratches, such as semiconductors and ceramics, as well as finely detailed components that are easily deformed. 【Main Specifications (Excerpt)】 ■ Contact Structure: Non-contact type ■ Operating Mode: A: NO ■ Repetition Accuracy of Operating Point: 0.01mm (range) for both ON and OFF ■ Movement to Operation: Approximately 0.4mm ■ Stroke: 2mm ■ Protection Structure: IP40 ■ Operating Temperature Range: 0℃ to 60℃ (no freezing) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "DPA-SR/LR" is a pneumatic precision seating sensor that can prevent the occurrence of machining defects in CNC machine tools before they happen. It has a small variation in signal points and can reliably detect any lifting of the workpiece caused by chip entrapment. It confirms precision seating within allowable tolerances, preventing the occurrence of defective products. Additionally, the sensor can be installed inside the machine tool. By shortening the air piping to the air nozzle, the response speed is increased, enhancing productivity. 【Features】 ■ Prevents the occurrence of machining defects in CNC machine tools ■ IP67 coolant protection structure ■ Easy master setting ■ New two-point setting type released ■ ±0.5μm or better repeatability *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "RC-K3E Series" is a super compact, high-precision touch probe that is resistant to radio interference compared to conventional infrared communication and is unaffected by obstacles or coolant. With its unique four-point support mechanical structure, it achieves a repeatability accuracy of 1μm. It constantly searches the wireless radio environment and automatically selects the most suitable channel. Additionally, it enables high-precision measurements on five-axis machining centers and large multifunction machines where infrared communication is difficult. 【Features】 ■ Adopts a new wireless communication method that is resistant to noise ■ 1μm repeatability accuracy ■ Energy-efficient ■ Can be used continuously for 180 hours on a single battery ■ φ40 ultra-compact design *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "HT Series" is a heat-resistant switch designed specifically for high-temperature environments, made entirely of heat-resistant components. It is being increasingly adopted for positioning in high-temperature environments, such as molds and injection molding machines. The continuous maximum operating temperature is 150°C / 200°C. 【Main Specifications】 ■ Contact Structure: Contact Type ■ Operating Form: A: NO ■ Repetition Accuracy of Operating Point: 0.01mm (range) for both ON and OFF at room temperature ■ Hysteresis: 0 ■ Mechanical Life (Spring): 3 million cycles ■ Contact Rating: DC5V to DC24V, steady current 10mA or less (inrush current 20mA or less) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This catalog introduces the precision positioning switch series "High-Precision MT-Touch Switch" handled by Metrol. It includes explanations of selection methods based on application, the advantages of the High-Precision MT-Touch Switch, as well as detailed descriptions of the features and specifications of each product. [Featured Products] ■P08 / P10 / P12 ■P10DH ■P11 ■P10MC *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "GN Series" is a positioning switch specifically designed for high vacuum environments, manufactured solely with low outgassing compatible components. It is being increasingly adopted by major semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufacturers for positioning applications of wafers and masks within vacuum deposition and sputtering equipment. 【Main Specifications】 ■ Contact Structure: Contact Type ■ Operating Mode: A: NO / B: NC ■ Repetition Accuracy of Operating Point: 0.003mm (range) for both ON and OFF ■ Compatible Vacuum Level / Baking Tolerance Temperature: 10-5Pa / 120℃ ■ Movement to Operation: Approximately 0.3 (A: NO) / None (B: NC) ■ Hysteresis: 0 ■ Contact Precision Life: 3 million cycles ■ Stroke: 1.5mm ■ Contact Force: 0.5N ■ Contact Rating: DC5V to DC24V, steady current below 10mA (inrush current below 20mA) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "DFM3 Series" is a tool breakage detection sensor that can be installed on machine tools such as automatic and dedicated machines, detecting tool damage by making contact with drills, taps, reamers, etc. It exhibits outstanding durability in harsh environments and has a long lifespan even in conditions where chips and cutting oil are present. Additionally, it employs a new method that does not use a control motor, eliminating failures caused by coolant. 【Features】 ■ Protection structure IP67 ■ Detects tool damage by making contact with drills, taps, reamers, etc. ■ Outstanding durability ■ Long lifespan even in harsh environments with chips and cutting oil ■ No failures caused by coolant *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "TD1" is a tool setter for measuring tool diameters that accommodates various tools such as drills, end mills, and cutters, featuring a large contact diameter. The contact parallelism is pre-adjusted to 10μm, eliminating the need for installation adjustments. Fine-tuning of the parallelism is also easy. Additionally, its compact design allows for installation in tight spaces of CNC machine tools without requiring specific locations. 【Features】 ■ φ20 large diameter contact ■ 10μm parallelism ■ 70% space-saving ■ Compatible with various tools such as drills, end mills, and cutters *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "STM Series" is a mini switch equipped with a hardened stopper surface. By embedding it directly into limited installation spaces, it enables the miniaturization of machines, such as confirming the chuck of a robotic hand or the seating of a workpiece. It is an effective product for reducing the size and cost of devices and equipment. Additionally, the mounting reference dimension accuracy is good, making replacement work easy. 【Features】 ■ Minimum size of φ8×8mm with a hardened stopper surface ■ Suitable for narrow spaces ■ Effective for miniaturization and cost reduction of devices and equipment ■ Available for direct impact and angular impact ■ The movable part is frictionless due to the use of a leaf spring, preventing seizing of the movable part *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "BP4S/BP5M" is a ultra-compact ball plunger switch for indexing confirmation and sliding contact applications. It enables indexing and positioning functions through notches in the indexing rotating body and sliding body, as well as the output of confirmation signals. This reduces the number of components and design workload, contributing to the miniaturization of machinery. 【Features】 ■ Outputs indexing positioning and confirmation signals through notches in the indexing rotating body and sliding body. ■ Reduction in the number of components. ■ Achieves miniaturization of machinery. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "SP Series" is a product that incorporates a positioning switch within a spring plunger. It outputs a confirmation signal while ejecting the workpiece using the spring plunger. This reduces the number of components and enables miniaturization of the machine. Additionally, since it is dedicated to ejection confirmation, it features a large movement before operation and minimal movement after operation. 【Features】 ■ Two functions in one unit ■ Switch integrated into the spring plunger ■ Ejects the workpiece and outputs a confirmation signal using the spring plunger ■ Reduces the number of components and achieves machine miniaturization ■ Dedicated to ejection confirmation *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "ST Series" is a product that incorporates a positioning switch into the stopper bolt. It stops the workpiece with the stopper bolt and outputs a confirmation signal. This eliminates the need for conventional switches/sensors and dog-intermediary mechanisms, enabling the miniaturization of machinery. 【Features】 ■ Two functions in one unit ■ Positioning switch built into the stopper bolt ■ Reduction in the number of parts and design man-hours ■ Achieves miniaturization of machinery ■ The switch section is cartridge-type, significantly reducing maintenance costs *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "PT Series" is a high-precision PT touch switch designed for direct impact detection. Available in M5 or φ5, with a minimum length of 17mm. You can choose the repeat accuracy (range) of the operating point from 1μm or 3μm. By embedding it directly in limited installation spaces, it enables the miniaturization of machinery in semiconductor manufacturing, automotive manufacturing, mold making, medical devices, and more. 【Features】 ■ M5 or φ5, with a minimum length of 17mm ■ Repeat accuracy (range) of the operating point can be selected from 1μm or 3μm ■ Enables miniaturization of machinery by embedding directly in limited installation spaces *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This catalog introduces the precision positioning switch series "CS-Touch Switch" handled by Metrol. It includes explanations of selection methods based on usage, the advantages of the CS-Touch Switch, and detailed descriptions of the features and specifications of each product. 【Featured Products】 ■CS / CSJ / CSS / CSK / CSP ■CSHP ■CSH ■CSM ■CSC ■CSR *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "CSC" is a defect detection switch (OK, ±NG) that allows for low-cost sorting of defective products. Traditionally, full inspection would output limit value signals for -NG and +NG using two switches each for the OK range, and these signals would be converted into -NG, OK, and +NG regions by a sequencer (logic circuit) for three-class classification. This product classifies into three classes (-NG, OK, +NG) as pass (OK) or fail (±NG). It can easily determine good or bad with a detection accuracy of 3μm. 【Features】 ■ Low-cost sorting of defective products ■ Significant cost reduction by eliminating the need for a sequencer ■ Adjustable OK range *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "CSR" is a sliding and angular contact CS touch switch that outputs a signal from the internal non-contact transmission unit when the rotating lever slides and makes angular contact with the detection body. The stroke can be adjusted by changing the lever length, which can also reduce the contact force. Additionally, the contact part can be changed according to the detection body. It can be used for winding checks and detecting the presence of fresh food items. 【Features】 ■ The rotating lever slides and makes angular contact with the detection body ■ Outputs a signal from the internal non-contact transmission unit ■ Stroke can be adjusted by changing the lever length ■ Contact force can be reduced ■ The contact part can be changed according to the detection body *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "CNC lathe tool setter" is used for presetting cutting tools. When the cutting edge is pressed against the sensor contact, a highly accurate ON→OFF touch signal is output to the CNC and PC, and the cutting edge position is automatically recorded. This eliminates the need to repeat the conventional processes of trial cutting, measurement, calculation, and inputting into the NC, making tool setting less reliant on skill and removing the worry of damaging the machine due to setup errors. 【Features】 ■ No false detection as the tool's cutting edge directly contacts the sensor for signal output, ensuring high reliability. ■ The built-in switch is contact-type and highly precise (repeatability of 1μm). ■ No hysteresis. ■ No amplifier required. ■ No self-heating or temperature drift due to temperature characteristics of the sensor part. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This product is a tool presetter for CNC machine tools, including CNC machining centers equipped with a "precision positioning switch." In addition to presetting tool lengths, it is also used for wear and breakage detection, as well as thermal displacement compensation of the machine. Since the tool's cutting edge directly contacts to output signals, there are no false detections, making it highly reliable. 【Features】 - No false detections due to direct contact of the tool's cutting edge for signal output, ensuring high reliability. - The built-in switch is contact-type and highly accurate (repeatability of 1μm). - No hysteresis. - No amplifier required. - No self-heating of the sensor part, eliminating temperature drift due to temperature characteristics. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "RC-P10DB" is a wireless dimensional discrimination switch for CNC turret lathes that can be directly mounted on tool holders of turret lathes where wiring is difficult, allowing for the detection of the length of bar stock before processing with a repeatability accuracy of 1μm. It feeds back the length of the bar stock before processing to the NC machine. This prevents the occurrence of defective products before processing, eliminating the need for 100% inspection after processing, and significantly reducing labor hours. 【Features】 - Discriminates "L dimension defects" of bar stock with 1μm repeatability accuracy - Identifies the length of bar stock before processing and feeds it back to the NC machine - Prevents the occurrence of defective products - Eliminates the need for labor-intensive 100% inspection after processing - Achieves significant reduction in labor hours *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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