Redesigned mounting: A new kinematic mount supports longer probe configurations, adding 107 mm of reach for features deep inside parts and hard-to-reach areas.
- Extended reach: The PH20 PLUS 5-axis touch-trigger system delivers over 50% more inspection reach than the original PH20 head, with up to 300 mm working length using a 50 mm stylus.
- Protected investment: Existing PH20 users can reuse existing part programmes and measurement strategies, with TP20 module compatibility maintained via the PB20 adaptor.
- Automation-ready: A new modular rack system on an MRS2 rail enables automated probe module changing, and the system integrates directly with Renishaw's UCC controller.
Building on a Proven Platform
The original PH20 touch-trigger system was launched in 2010 and utilizes head motion technology from the REVO® 5-axis measurement system. The PH20 PLUS system was launched to replace that established head while letting existing users carry their work forward. Existing PH20 users can adopt the new head while reusing existing part programmes and measurement strategies.
"With PH20 PLUS, we've focused on extending capability which we think will appeal to both existing PH20 customers and those with measurement requirements which could previously not be met by the existing head," said Nathan Fielder, Product Manager at Renishaw.
Where the Reach Comes From
The PH20 PLUS system features a redesigned kinematic mount that supports longer probe configurations, adding 107 mm of reach. With a 50 mm stylus, the PH20 PLUS head provides a maximum working length of up to 300 mm. The system is designed to improve access to features deep inside parts and in hard-to-reach areas — exactly the measurement scenarios that push conventional touch-trigger heads to their limits. New PE20 modules support the extended configurations.
Compatibility and Automation
Backwards compatibility is central to the design. The PH20 PLUS system maintains compatibility with the existing range of TP20 modules, with existing TP20 probe modules usable via the PB20 adaptor. The system is also fully compatible with Renishaw's UCC controller, integrating as a drop-in replacement.
On the automation side, the PH20 PLUS system includes a new modular rack system for automated probe module changing. The rack mounts to an MRS2 rail, and the powered PH20 PLUS PCR20 rack provides a standalone option for holding multiple probe modules and accessories.
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