Part, Vise and Fixture Probing: Automatically Set Zero points fast and accurate.
3 axis CNC Touch Probe triggers in all directions. Use the KP-1 probe to quickly and accurately find zero points on a vise, fixture or part. Eliminate operator error when setting zero points, finding edges, or center locations of bosses or bores, slots and webs. Eliminates the need for a center finder or an edge finder. You'll never have to spend 30 minutes using a center finder to locate the center of a bore again. The probe will find and set the center of a bore in just seconds. In addition, the probe can be used to verify part dimensions and locations, 3D digitizing and many other applications. The KP-1 mounts in any 1/2" tool holder and has concentric adjustment screws. Also compatible with Mach3/4, WinCNC, LinuxCNC, Pathpilot and others.
KP-1 Users Manual
KP-1 Specifications
-Probing directions X+/-, Y+/-, Z-
-Unidirectional repeatability (2 sigma) 0.0001” (2.54 micron)
-Practical use results on a good milling machine .0005”
-Probe deflection force (X,Y) 3 ounce minimum with 40mm stylus
-Probe deflection force (Z) 15 ounce minimum
-Probe body diameter and length D= 1.625” (41.275mm) L= 1.68” (42.672mm)
-Mounting shank diameter and length D= 0.5” (12.7mm) L= 1.47” (37.3mm)
-Stylus mount thread M3 thread
-LED status indicator: Red when triggered, Green when not triggered or when powered.
-Weight of probe and ½”shank 0.40 lb
-Over travel limit angle (X,Y) +/- 12 degrees from vertical
-Over travel limit (Z-) 0.25” (6.25mm)
-Patented concentric alignment (spindle/tool holder/probe body run out adjustment)
-The KP-1 Probe closes the input on the CNC controller when triggered.
-The KP-1 Probe is equipped with a detection wire so the CNC control knows that the probe is plugged in
-Works with Centroid's Probe Protection mode which prevents probe crashes while user is jogging
KP-1 review by Uwe Mattern.
Allin1DC and Oak users can purchase an Oak/Allin1DC to Cabinet Bulkhead connector Cable (#11211) here
Hickory and AcornSix users can purchase an AcornSix/Hickory to Cabinet Bulkhead connector Cable (#15371) here.
Replacement or additional probe styli can be purchased here.
Need a replacement cable or a cable for a different system? Additional KP-1 USB-C Cables are available here.
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Matt Urshel –
This is another Centroid tool I have been using to setup my parts. Its fast and easy to use, and shares the same port as the TT-4 tool touch probe for my configuration. Between these 2 probes I am saving an unbelievable amount of time running parts. I would definitely buy this Touch Probe again!