Installation guide

H-4071-8504-05-B

OMP40-2 optical machine probe

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Renishaw part no: H-4071-8504-05-B

Issued: 02.2009
Revised 11.2019
09.2022
Contents

Before you begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1

Disclaimer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1

Trademarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1

CNC machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1

Care of the probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2

Patents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2

Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3

Microchip software licensing agreement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5

OMP40-2 basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Getting started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
System interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Trigger Logic™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2

Probe modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2

Configurable settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3

Switch-off methods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
Enhanced trigger filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4
Optical transmission method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4
Optical power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5

OMP40-2 dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5

OMP40-2 specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6

Typical battery life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7

System installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1

Installing the OMP40-2 with OMM-2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface or OMI-2 /
OMI-2T / OMI-2H interface / receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1
Operating envelope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1
Positioning the OMM-2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface or OMI-2 / OMI‑2T /
OMI-2H interface / receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2

Installing the OMP40-2 with a OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3
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Operating envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3

Positioning the OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4

Preparing the OMP40-2 for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5

Contents

Fitting the stylus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5

Stylus weak link. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6
Installing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.7
ii
Mounting the probe on a shank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.8
Stylus on-centre adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.9

Calibrating the OMP40-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10

Why calibrate a probe? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
Calibrating in a bored hole or on a turned diameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
Calibrating in a ring gauge or on a datum sphere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
Calibrating the probe length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.11

Trigger Logic™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1

Reviewing the probe settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1

Probe settings record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2

Changing the probe settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3

Master reset function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4

Operating mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1

Cleaning the probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1

Changing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2

OMP40M system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1

OMP40M system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1

OMP40M dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1

OMP40M screw torque values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2

OMP40-2LS system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1
Performance envelope with an OMM-2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface or OMI-2 /
OMI-2T / OMI-2H interface / receiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1

Fault-finding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.1
Parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.1
Before you begin

1.1

Disclaimer
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EQUIPMENT, AND/OR SOFTWARE AND THE SPECIFICATION DESCRIBED HEREIN WITHOUT
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Trademarks
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Warranty
Unless you and Renishaw have agreed and signed a separate written agreement, the equipment
and/or software are sold subject to the Renishaw Standard Terms and Conditions supplied with such
equipment and/or software, or available on request from your local Renishaw office.

Renishaw warrants its equipment and software for a limited period (as set out in the Standard Terms
and Conditions), provided that they are installed and used exactly as defined in associated Renishaw
documentation. You should consult these Standard Terms and Conditions to find out the full details of
your warranty.

Equipment and/or software purchased by you from a third-party supplier is subject to separate terms
and conditions supplied with such equipment and/or software. You should contact your third-party
supplier for details.

CNC machines
CNC machine tools must always be operated by fully trained personnel in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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Care of the probe

Before you begin

Keep system components clean and treat the probe as a precision tool.

Patents
Features of the OMP40-2 probe, and other similar Renishaw probes, are subject of one or more of the
1.2
following patents and / or patent applications:

EP 1457786
US 7285935
US 7486195

Intended use
The OMP40-2 is an optical spindle probe that enables automated workpiece inspection and job set-up
on multi-tasking machines and machining centres.
Safety

Before you begin

Information to the user
This product is supplied with non-rechargeable lithium metal batteries. Refer to the battery
manufacturer’s literature for specific battery operating, safety and disposal guidelines.

• Do not attempt to recharge the batteries.

1.3
• Replace the batteries only with the specified type.
• Do not mix new and used batteries in the product.
• Do not mix different types or brands of batteries in the product.
• Ensure that all batteries are inserted with the correct polarity in accordance with the instructions in
this manual and indicated on the product.

• Do not store the batteries in direct sunlight.

• Do not expose the batteries to water.
• Do not expose the batteries to heat or dispose of the batteries in a fire.
• Avoid forced discharge of the batteries.
• Do not short circuit the batteries.
• Do not disassemble, apply excessive pressure, pierce, deform or subject the batteries to impact
• Do not swallow the batteries
• Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
• If the batteries are swollen or damaged do not use them in the product and exercise caution when
handling them.

• Dispose of waste batteries in accordance with your local environmental and safety laws.
Ensure that you comply with international and national battery transport regulations when transporting
the batteries or this product with the batteries inserted.

Lithium metal batteries are classified as dangerous goods for transportation and require labelling and
packaging in accordance with the dangerous goods regulations before being offered for transportation.
To reduce the risk of shipment delays, should you need to return this product to Renishaw for any
reason, do not return any batteries.

Information to the machine supplier/ installer

It is the machine supplier’s responsibility to ensure that the user is made aware of any hazards
involved in operation, including those mentioned in Renishaw product literature, and to ensure that
adequate guards and safety interlocks are provided.

Under certain circumstances, the probe signal may falsely indicate a probe seated condition. Do not
rely on probe signals to halt the movement of the machine.
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Information to the equipment installer

Before you begin

All Renishaw equipment is designed to comply with the relevant EC and FCC regulatory requirements.
It is the responsibility of the equipment installer to ensure that the following guidelines are adhered to,
in order for the product to function in accordance with these regulations:

• any interface MUST be installed in a position away from any potential sources of electrical noise,
i.e. power transformers, servo drives etc;
1.4
• all 0 V/ground connections should be connected to the machine ‘star point’ (the ‘star point’ is a
single point return for all equipment ground and screen cables). This is very important and failure to
adhere to this can cause a potential difference between grounds;

• all screens must be connected as outlined in the user instructions;

• cables must not be routed alongside high current sources, i.e. motor power supply cables etc, or be
near high speed data lines;

• cable lengths should always be kept to a minimum.

Equipment operation
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.

Optical safety
This product contains LEDs that emit both visible and invisible light.

OMP40-2 is ranked Risk Group: Exempt (safe by design).

The product was evaluated and classified using the following standard:

BS EN 62471:2008 The photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems.

Renishaw recommends that you do not stare at or look directly into any LED device, irrespective of its
risk classification.
Microchip software licensing agreement

Before you begin

This product’s firmware has been developed by Renishaw with the use of the Microchip libraries, under
the following licensing terms:-

This software is developed by Microchip Technology Inc. and its subsidiaries (“Microchip”).
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided
that the following conditions are met:
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1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and
the following disclaimer.

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and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the
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without specific prior written permission.

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CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING
IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGE.

(c) Copyright 1999-2013 Microchip Technology, All rights reserved

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see Section 1, “RMP60 basics”

OMP40-2 basics

2.1

Introduction
The OMP40-2 is an optical machine tool probe suitable for use on small to medium machining and
small multi-tasking centres. It is designed to resist optical interference, false triggering and shock.

The OMP40-2 can be operated in either ‘Modulated’ or ‘Legacy’ optical transmission modes (see page
4.1, “Reviewing the probe settings”, for further information).

When operating in ‘Modulated’ mode, the OMP40‑2 becomes compatible for use with an OMM-2 or
OMM-2C receiver with an OSI or OSI-D interface, or with an OMI-2 / OMI‑2T / OMI‑2H / OMI‑2C
receiver / interface, to provide substantially increased resistance to light interference.

In ‘Modulated’ mode, it is possible to define the probe ID. This is factory set to PROBE 1, but can be
changed to PROBE 2 for use with twin probes or PROBE 3 for use with multiple probe systems.

In ‘Legacy’ mode, the OMP40-2 is compatible with an OMM receiver and an MI 12 interface, or with an
OMI receiver / interface.

All OMP40-2 settings are configured using Trigger Logic™. This technique enables the user to review
and subsequently change probe settings by deflecting the stylus whilst observing the LED display.

Configurable settings are:

• Switch-on / switch-off method

• Enhanced trigger filter setting
• Optical transmission method
• Optical power

Getting started
Three multicolour probe LEDs provide visual indication of selected probe settings.

For example:

• Switch-on and switch-off methods

• Probe status – triggered or seated
• Battery condition
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System interface
OMP40-2 basics

The interface conveys and processes signals between the probe and CNC machine controller.

OMM-2 or OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface or OMI-2 / OMI-2T / OMI-2H / OMI-2C
receiver / interface (modulated transmission)

The OMI-2T receiver / interface or OMM‑2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D interfaces are the recommended
2.2 interfaces for use with the OMP40-2 as they provide substantially increased resistance to light
interference whilst providing the user greater flexibility to operate a multiple probe system.

OMI receiver / interface or OMM receiver with MI 12 interface (legacy transmission)

Alternative interfaces are the OMI receiver / interface or OMM receiver with the MI 12 interface.

Trigger Logic™
Trigger Logic™ (see Section 4, “Trigger Logic™”) is a method that allows the user to view and select
all available mode settings in order to customise a probe to suit a specific application. Trigger Logic is
activated by battery insertion and uses a sequence of stylus deflections (triggering) to systematically
lead the user through the available choices to allow selection of the required mode options.

A Probe setup app is available that simplifies this process with clear, interactive instructions and
informative videos and is available for download on the App Store and Google Play.

or

Current probe settings can be reviewed by simply removing the batteries for a minimum of 5 seconds,
and then replacing them to activate the Trigger Logic review sequence (see page 4.1, “Reviewing the
probe settings”, for further information).

Probe modes
The OMP40-2 probe can be set in one of three modes:

Standby mode – probe is waiting for a switch-on signal.

Operational mode – when activated by one of the switch‑on methods described later in this section.
The probe is switched on and ready for use.

Configuration mode – where Trigger Logic may be used to configure the following probe settings.

NOTE: A visual indication of currently selected probe settings is provided on battery insertion, by the
three multicolour LEDs located within the probe window (see Section 4, “Trigger Logic™”).
Configurable settings

OMP40-2 basics
Switch-off methods
The following switch-off options are user-configurable.

1. Optical on / Optical off

2. Optical on / Timer off 2.3

OMP40-2 switch-on method OMP40-2 switch-off method Switch-on time

Switch-off options are configurable
Optical on Optical off Legacy (start filter off):
0.3 seconds
Optical switch-on is Optical switch-off is commanded by
commanded by machine machine input. A timer automatically Legacy (start filter on):
input. switches the probe off 90 minutes 0.8 seconds
after the last trigger if it is not
Modulated: 0.3 seconds
switched off by machine input.

Optical on Timer off (timeout)

Optical switch-on is Timeout will occur 12, 33 or 134

commanded by machine input seconds (user configurable) after the
or auto start. last probe trigger or reseat.
NOTE: Issuing a further M code
during the timeout period will also
reset the timer.
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Enhanced trigger filter

OMP40-2 basics

Probes subjected to high levels of vibration or shock loads may output probe trigger signals without
having contacted any surface. The enhanced trigger filter improves the probe’s resistance to these
effects.

When the filter is enabled, a constant nominal 10 ms delay is introduced to the probe output.

It may be necessary to reduce the probe approach speed to allow for the increased stylus overtravel
2.4 during the extended time delay.

The enhanced trigger filter is factory set to OFF.

Optical transmission method

Probes subjected to particular forms of light interference may accept spurious start signals.

The OMP40-2 can be operated in either ‘Modulated’ or ‘Legacy’ optical transmission mode.

Modulated mode

The OMP40-2 becomes compatible for use with the OMM‑2 or OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D
interface or with an OMI‑2 / OMI‑2T / OMI-2H / OMI-2C receiver / interface to provide substantially
increased resistance to light interference.

Modulated transmission in the OMP40-2, is capable of providing three different coded start signals.
This allows the use of two probes with an OMI‑2T receiver / interface and up to three probes with an
OMM-2 receiver with a OSI or OSI-D interface respectively.

Twin / multiple probe system

To operate in a twin or multiple probe system, one probe must be set to PROBE 1 start and the other
probe must be set to PROBE 2 start (OMI-2T or OMM-2 with OSI or OSI-D) or PROBE 3 start (OMM‑2
with OSI or OSI-D only). These settings are user configurable.

In a twin probe system, such as a spindle probe and an optical tool setting probe, the spindle probe
must be set to PROBE 1 start and the tool setter to PROBE 2 start.

In a multiple probe system, with two spindle probes and one optical tool setting probe, the two spindle
probes must be set to PROBE 1 and PROBE 2 start, respectively, and the tool setter must be set to
PROBE 3 start.

Legacy mode

A start filter improves the probe’s resistance to light interference.

When ‘Legacy’ (start filter on) is enabled, an additional one second delay is introduced to the probe
activation (switch on) time.

It may be necessary to revise the probe program software to allow for the increased activation time.
Optical power

OMP40-2 basics
Where the separation between the OMP40-2 and the receiver is small, low optical power may be
used. In this setting, the optical transmission range will be reduced, as shown on the performance
envelopes, so that battery life will be extended.

Ultra low power is recommended for any machine using the OMM-2C receiver or for use in small
machining centers where the maximum separation distance between probe to receiver is less than 1.5
m (4.9 ft), for further increased battery life. 2.5
Low or ultra low optical power should be used whenever possible for increased battery life.

Dotted lines on the performance envelopes represent the OMP40-2 in low and ultra low optical power
modes.

Maximum battery life is achieved when lithium-thionyl chloride (LTC) batteries are used in conjunction
with ultra low power mode.

The probe is factory set to standard optical power.

OMP40-2 dimensions

Window
50 (1.97) 19 (0.75)

Battery cassette A range of probe-ready shanks

are available from Renishaw

M4 stylus
12.5°
Ø40 (1.57)

12.5°
XY overtravel

Transmit diode Probe status LED

Receive diode 50 (1.97)

Dimensions given in mm (in)

Stylus overtravel limits

Stylus length ±X/±Y +Z
50 (1.97) 12 (0.47) 6 (0.24)
100 (3.94) 22 (0.87) 6 (0.24)
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OMP40-2 specification
OMP40-2 basics

Principal application Workpiece inspection and job set-up on small to medium machining
centres and small multi-tasking machines.
Dimensions Length 50 mm (1.97 in)
Diameter 40 mm (1.57 in)
Weight (without shank) With batteries 250 g (8.82 oz)
2.6 Without batteries 234 g (8.25 oz)
Transmission type 360° infrared optical transmission (modulated or legacy)
Switch-on method Optical on
Switch-off methods Optical off or Timer off
Spindle speed (maximum) 1000 rev/min
Operating range Up to 5 m (16.4 ft)
Compatible receiver/ Modulated Legacy
interface OMM‑2 or OMM-2C with OMI / OMM with MI 12
OSI or OSI-D or with
OMI-2 / OMI-2T / OMI-2H
/ OMI-2C
Sense directions ±X, ±Y, +Z
Unidirectional repeatability 1.00 µm (40 µin) 2s (see note 1)
Stylus trigger force
(see notes 2 and 3)
XY low force 0.50 N, 51 gf (1.80 oz)
XY high force 0.90 N, 92 gf (3.24 oz)
Z 5.85 N, 597 gf (21.04 oz)
Stylus overtravel XY plane ±12.5°
+Z plane 6 mm (0.24 in)
Environment IP rating IPX8, BS EN 60529:1992+A2:2013
IK rating (OMP40-2 and IK01, BS EN 62262:2002+A1:2021
OMP40-2 LS) [for glass window]
IK rating (OMP40M) IK02, BS EN 62262:2002+A1:2021
[for glass window]
Storage temperature –25 °C to +70 °C (–13 °F to +158 °F)
Operating temperature +5 °C to +55 °C (+41 °F to +131 °F)
Battery types 2 x ½AA 3.6 V lithium-thionyl chloride (LTC)
Battery reserve life Approximately one week after a low battery warning is first given
(based on 5% usage).
Typical battery life See page 2.7

Note 1 Performance specification is tested at a standard test velocity of 480 mm/min (18.9 in/min) with a 50 mm stylus.
Significantly higher velocity is possible depending on application requirements.

Note 2 Trigger force, which is critical in some applications, is the force exerted on the component by the stylus when the
probe triggers. The maximum force applied will occur after the trigger point (overtravel). The force value depends
on related variables, including measuring speed and machine deceleration.

Note 3 These are the factory settings; manual adjustment is not possible.
Typical battery life

OMP40-2 basics
Modulated transmission
2 × ½AA 3.6 V LTC batteries Standard power Low power Ultra low power
(typical)
Standby life 600 days 1500 days 1500 days
2.7
Light usage 1% 460 days 1000 days 1200 days
Heavy usage 5% 220 days 480 days 600 days
Continuous use 480 hours 960 hours 1350 hours
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see Section 2, “System installation”

System installation

3.1

Installing the OMP40-2 with OMM-2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D

interface or OMI-2 / OMI-2T / OMI-2H interface / receiver

OMI-2 / OMI-2T
OMP40-2 probe OMM-2
or OMI-2H

OSI or OSI-D
interface unit

Workpiece CNC machine CNC machine

controller controller

Operating envelope
When used with the OMM-2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface or the OMI-2 / OMI-2T / OMI‑2H
interface / receiver, the OMP40-2 uses modulated transmission.

Natural reflective surfaces within the machine may increase the signal transmission range.

Coolant and swarf residue accumulating on the probe or receiver / interface windows will have a
detrimental effect on transmission performance. Wipe clean as often as necessary to maintain
unrestricted transmission.

WARNING: Ensure the machine tool is in a safe condition and power is removed before removing
covers. Only qualified persons should adjust switches.
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CAUTION:

If two or more systems are operating in close proximity to each other, take care to ensure that signals
installation

transmitted from the OMP40-2 on one machine are not received by the receiver on the other machine,
System

and vice versa. When this is the case it is recommended that the OMP40-2 low or ultra low optical
power is used and that the low range setting is used on the receiver.

3.2
Positioning the OMM-2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface or OMI-2 / OMI‑2T /
OMI-2H interface / receiver

WARNING: Ensure the machine tool is in a safe condition and power is removed before removing
covers. Only qualified persons should adjust switches.

To assist in finding the optimum position for the OMM-2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface or the
OMI‑2 / OMI-2T / OMI-2H receiver / interface, signal condition is indicated on a multicoloured LED.

Performance envelope when using the OMP40‑2 with a OMM-2 receiver or OMI‑2 / OMI‑2T or
OMI‑2H interface / receiver (modulated transmission)

The diodes of the OMP40-2 and the OMM-2 receiver / OMI-2 / OMI‑2T / OMI-2H interface / receiver
must be in each other’s field of view and within the performance envelope shown. The OMP40‑2
performance envelope is based on the optical centre line of the OMM-2 / OMI-2 / OMI-2T / OMI‑2H
being at 0° and vice versa.

75° 75°
60° 60°

45° 45° OMM-2

OMP40-2 OMI-2T
30° 30°
OMI-2H
15° 15° OMI-2

0° 0°
Optical centre line
1 (3.3)
1 (3.3)
15° 15°
2 (6.5) 2 (6.5)

30° Switch-on / switch-off 30°

3 (9.8) 3 (9.8)

45°
Operating – standard power mode 45°
4 (13.1) 4 (13.1)

60° Operating – low power mode 60°

5 (16.4) 5 (16.4)
75° 75°
Operating – ultra low power mode

Typical plot at 20 °C (+68 °F) 360° transmission around probe axis in m (ft)
Installing the OMP40-2 with a OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D
interface

installation
System
Cable
CNC machining
centre spindle
3.3

OSI or OSI-D interface unit

CNC
OMM-2C machine
controller

OMP40-2
inspection probe

Stylus

Workpiece

Operating envelopes
When used with a OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface, the OMP40-2 uses modulated
transmission.

Natural reflective surfaces within the machine may increase the signal transmission range.

For best system performance, ensure that the OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface is
mounted in a position which is not directly in front of a light source.

Coolant and swarf residue accumulating on the probe, interface or receiver windows will have a
detrimental effect on transmission performance. Wipe clean as often as is necessary to maintain
unrestricted transmission.

WARNING: Ensure the machine tool is in a safe condition and power is removed before removing
covers. Only qualified persons should adjust switches.

CAUTION: If two systems are operating in close proximity to each other, take care to ensure that the
signals transmitted from the OMP40-2 on one machine are not received by the receiver on the other
machine, and vice versa. When this is the case, it is recommended that the OMP40-2 ultra low power
setting is selected.
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Positioning the OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface

WARNING: Ensure the machine tool is in a safe condition and power is removed before removing
installation

covers. Only qualified persons should adjust switches.

System

The OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface should be mounted as near to the machine spindle
as possible.
3.4
When mounting the OMM-2C receiver, it is important that the sealing ring forms a tight seal around the
rim of the bore into which the body of the OMM-2C receiver is to be located.

Performance envelope when using the OMP40‑2 with a OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface
(modulated transmission).

The diodes of the OMP40-2 and the OMM‑2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface must be in each
other’s field of view and within the performance envelope shown. The OMP40-2 performance envelope
is based on the optical centre line of the OMM-2C receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface being at 0° and
vice versa.

75°
60°
OMM-2C

0.5 (1.6)

1.0 (3.3)

1.5 (4.9)
45°

2.0 (6.5)

2.5 (8.2)
OMP40-2 30°

75° 75°

15°

60° 60°

0°
45° 45°
0.5 (1.6)
15° 30° 30°
15° 15°
1.0 (3.3)
0°
1.5 (4.9) 30°

45° Optical centre line

2.0 (6.5)
60°
2.5 (8.2)
75°
Switch-on / switch-off

Operating – standard power mode

Operating – low power mode

Operating – ultra low power mode

Typical plot at 20 °C (+68 °F) 360° transmission around probe axis in m (ft)
Preparing the OMP40-2 for use

Fitting the stylus

installation
System
1
3.5

2
1.8 Nm – 2.2 Nm
(1.3 lbf.ft – 1.6 lbf.ft)

M-5000-3707
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Stylus weak link

NOTE: Must be used with steel styli. For optimum metrology performance do not use a weak link with
installation

ceramic or carbon fibre styli.

System

Fitting a stylus with a weak link onto the OMP40-2

3.6 In the event of excessive stylus overtravel, the weak link is designed to break, thereby protecting the
probe from damage.

Take care to avoid stressing the weak link during assembly.

1 2
1.8 Nm – 2.2 Nm
(1.3 lbf.ft – 1.6 lbf.ft)
5 mm A/F
2 Nm (1.7 lbf.ft)

Removing a broken weak link

Installing the batteries

installation
NOTES:

System
See page 5.2, “Changing the batteries”, for a list of suitable battery types.

If dead batteries are inadvertently inserted, the LEDs will remain a constant red. 3.7
Do not allow coolant or debris to enter the battery compartment. When inserting batteries, check that
the battery polarity is correct.

After the batteries have been inserted, the LEDs will display the current probe settings, for details,
(see page 4.1 “Reviewing the probe settings”, for further information).

CAUTION: Remove the battery isolation device from the battery compartment before use.

¬ Take care not to short the battery contacts as this may be a fire hazard. Ensure the contact strips
are located securely.

1 2

3 4


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Mounting the probe on a shank

installation

1
System

3.8 2 mm A/F
×2

×2 2 mm A/F
×4

×4

2 mm A/F
×2

0,5 Nm – 1,5 Nm
(0.4 lbf.ft – 1.1 lbf.ft)
Stylus on-centre adjustment

installation
NOTES:

System
If a probe and shank assembly is dropped, it must be rechecked for correct on-centre adjustment.

Do not hit or tap the probe to achieve on-centre adjustment. 3.9

1 2

×4 ×2
1.5 Nm – 2.2 Nm
(1.1 lbf.ft – 1.6 lbf.ft)

360° 360°

1.5 Nm – 2.2 Nm
(1.1 lbf.ft – 1.6 lbf.ft)
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Calibrating the OMP40-2

Why calibrate a probe?

installation

A spindle probe is just one component of the measurement system which communicates with the
System

machine tool. Each part of the system can introduce a constant difference between the position that
the stylus touches and the position that is reported to the machine. If the probe is not calibrated,
3.10 this difference will appear as an inaccuracy in the measurement. Calibration of the probe allows the
probing software to compensate for this difference.

During normal use, the difference between the touch position and the reported position does not
change, but it is important that the probe is calibrated in the following circumstances:

• when a probe system is to be used for the first time;

• when the enhanced trigger filter delay is changed;
• when a new stylus is fitted to the probe;
• when it is suspected that the stylus has become distorted or that the probe has been crashed;
• at regular intervals to compensate for mechanical changes of your machine tool;
• if repeatability of relocation of the probe shank is poor. In this case, the probe may need to be
recalibrated each time it is selected.

It is good practice to set the tip of the stylus on-centre, because this reduces the effect of any variation
in spindle and tool orientation (see page 3.9, “Stylus on-centre adjustment”, for further information).
A small amount of run-out is acceptable, and can be compensated for as part of the normal calibration
process.

Three different operations are to be used when calibrating a probe. They are:

• calibrating either in a bored hole or on a turned diameter of known position;

• calibrating either in a ring gauge or on a datum sphere;
• calibrating the probe length.

Calibrating in a bored hole or on a turned diameter

Calibrating a probe, either in a bored hole or on a turned diameter of known size, automatically stores
values for the offset of the stylus ball to the spindle centre line. The stored values are then used
automatically in the measuring cycles. Measured values are compensated by these values so that they
are relative to the true spindle centre line.

Calibrating in a ring gauge or on a datum sphere

Calibrating a probe either in a ring gauge or on a datum sphere with a known diameter automatically
stores one or more value for the radius of the stylus ball. The stored values are then used
automatically by the measuring cycles to give the true size of the feature. The values are also used to
give true positions of single surface features.

NOTE: The stored radius values are based on the true electronic trigger points. These values are
different from the physical sizes.
Calibrating the probe length
Calibrating a probe on a known reference surface determines the length of the probe, based on the
electronic trigger point. The stored value for length is different from the physical length of the probe

installation
assembly. Additionally, the operation can automatically compensate for machine and fixture height

System
errors by adjusting the probe length value that is stored.

3.11
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System

3.12

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see Section 3, “Trigger Logic™”

Trigger Logic™

4.1

Reviewing the probe settings

3 2
>5s LED check
Key to the symbols
LED short flash 1

LED long flash

×
Switch-off method
Optical off Short timeout Medium timeout Long timeout
or 12 s or 33 s or 134 s

Enhanced trigger filter

Off On
0 ms or 10 ms

Optical transmission method

Legacy Legacy Modulated Modulated Modulated
(start filter off) or (start filter on) or PROBE 1 or PROBE 2 or PROBE 3

Optical power
Low Standard Ultra low
or or

Battery status
Battery good Battery low
or

Probe in standby mode (after 8 seconds)

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Probe settings record

This page is provided to note your probe’s settings.
Trigger Logic

 tick
Factory New
settings settings
4.2 Switch-on method Optical Switch-on

Switch-off method Optical off

Short timeout (12 s)

Medium timeout (33 s)

Long timeout (134 s)

Enhanced trigger Off (0 ms) 

filter

On (10 ms)

Optical transmission
Legacy (start filter off)
method

Legacy (start filter on)

Modulated PROBE 1 
Modulated PROBE 2

Modulated PROBE 3

Optical power Low

Standard

Ultra low

Factory settings are for kit A-4071-2001 only.

OMP40-2 serial no ........................................
Changing the probe settings
Insert the batteries or, if they have already been installed, remove them for five seconds and then refit them.

Trigger Logic
Following the LED check, immediately deflect the stylus and hold it deflected until eight red flashes
have been observed (if the battery power is low, each red flash will be followed by a blue flash).

Keep the stylus deflected until the “Switch-off method” setting is displayed, then release it.
4.3
CAUTION: Do not remove the batteries whilst in configuration mode. To exit, leave the stylus
untouched for more than 20 seconds.

Key to the symbols

3 2
LED short flash
>5s
LED long flash LED check
Deflect the stylus for less
1
than 4 seconds to move


to the next menu option.
Deflect the stylus for
more than 4 seconds to
move to the next menu.
To exit, leave the stylus Deflect the stylus and hold it deflected until after the battery
untouched for more than status has been displayed at the end of the review sequence.
20 seconds.

Battery status
Battery good Battery low
or

Switch-off method
Optical off Short timeout Medium timeout Long timeout
12 s 33 s 134 s

Enhanced trigger filter

Off On
0 ms 10 ms

Optical transmission method

Legacy Legacy Modulated Modulated Modulated
(start filter off) (start filter on) PROBE 1 PROBE 2 PROBE 3

Optical power

Low Standard Ultra low

New settings
Return to “Switch-off method” complete
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Master reset function

OMP40-2 features a master reset function to assist users who have mistakenly changed the probe
Trigger Logic

settings into an unintended state.

The application of the master reset function will clear all current probe settings and return the probe to
default settings.

4.4 The default settings are as follows:

• Optical switch-on
• Optical switch-off
• Enhanced trigger filter off
• Modulated PROBE 1
• Standard optical power
The default settings may not be representative of the required probe settings. Further configuration of
OMP40-2 may subsequently be necessary to achieve the required probe settings.

To reset the probe

1. Insert the batteries or, if they have already been installed, remove them for five seconds and then
refit them.

Following the LED check, immediately deflect the stylus and hold it deflected until eight red flashes
have been observed (if the battery power is low, each red flash will be followed by a blue flash).

Keep the stylus deflected until the “Switch‑off method” setting is displayed, then release it.

2. Hold the stylus deflected for 20 seconds. After this the status LEDs will proceed to flash yellow
eight times. A confirmation for master reset is required, if nothing is done the probe will timeout.

To confirm that a master reset is required, release the stylus and then hold the stylus deflected
again until the eight yellow flash sequence has ended. This action will clear all probe settings and
return the probe to default settings. Following an LED check the OMP40‑2 will then go back into
Trigger Logic and will display “Switch-off method”.

3. Further configuration using Trigger Logic may be necessary to achieve the required probe settings.
1. 3 2
>5s

LED check


 Battery status

Trigger Logic
Battery good Battery low
or

Switch-off method
Optical off Short timeout Medium timeout Long timeout 4.5
or 12 s or 33 s or 134 s

×
2.

Deflect the stylus for 20 seconds until the

status LEDs start to flash yellow eight times.

Whilst the status LEDs are flashing yellow to confirm that

a master reset is required, release the stylus and then
hold the stylus deflected again until the eight yellow flash
sequence has ended.
× System status LED


LED check Previous settings have been cleared.
The probe now has default settings.

Probe is now back in the Trigger

Switch-off method
Logic menu and will display
“Switch-off method”.

3. Configure probe settings as required using Trigger Logic

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Operating mode
Trigger Logic

LEDs LEDs LEDs

flashing flashing flashing
4.6 green red red

Z
X/Y

Probe status LEDs

LED colour Probe status Graphic hint

Flashing green Probe seated in operating mode

Flashing red Probe triggered in operating mode

Flashing green and blue Probe seated in operating mode – low battery

Flashing red and blue Probe triggered in operating mode – low battery

Constant red Battery dead

Flashing red
or
Flashing red and green Unsuitable battery
or
Sequence when batteries are inserted

NOTE: Due to the nature of lithium-thionyl chloride batteries, if a “low battery” LED warning is ignored,
it is possible for the following sequence of events to occur:

1. When the probe is active, the batteries discharge until battery power becomes too low for the
probe to operate correctly.

2. The probe stops functioning, but then reactivates as the batteries recover sufficiently to provide
the probe with power.

3. The probe begins to run through the LED review sequence (see page 4.1, “Reviewing the probe
settings”, for further information).

4. Again, the batteries discharge and the probe ceases to function.

5. Again, the batteries recover sufficiently to provide the probe with power, and the sequence repeats
itself.
see Section 4,“Maintenance”

Maintenance

5.1

Maintenance
You may undertake the maintenance routines described in these instructions.

Further dismantling and repair of Renishaw equipment is a highly specialised operation, which must
be carried out at an authorised Renishaw Service Centre.

Equipment requiring repair, overhaul or attention under warranty should be returned to your supplier.

Cleaning the probe

Wipe the window of the probe with a clean cloth to remove machining residue. This should be done on
a regular basis to maintain optimum transmission.

CAUTION: The OMP40-2 has a glass window. Handle with care if broken to avoid injury.
 OMP40-2 installation guide

Changing the batteries

Maintenance

CAUTIONS:

Do not leave dead batteries in the probe.

When changing batteries, do not allow coolant or debris to enter the battery compartment.
5.2 When changing batteries, check that the battery polarity is correct.

Take care to avoid damaging the battery cassette gasket.

Only use specified batteries.

Dispose of dead batteries in accordance with local regulations. Never dispose of batteries in a fire.

1 2

3
NOTES:

After removing the old batteries, wait more than 5 seconds before inserting the new batteries.

Maintenance
Do not mix new and used batteries or battery types, as this will result in reduced life and damage to
the batteries.

Always ensure that the cassette gasket and mating surfaces are clean and free from dirt before
reassembly. 5.3

If dead batteries are inadvertently inserted, the LEDs will remain a constant red.

Battery type
½ AA lithium-thionyl chloride (3.6 V) × 2

 Saft:
Tadiran:
LS 14250
SL-750
× Dubilier:
Maxell:
SB-AA02
ER3S
Xeno: XL-050F Sanyo CR 14250SE
Tadiran: SL-350, SL-550,
TL-4902, TL-5902,
TL-2150, TL-5101
Varta: CR ½AA

4 5

×
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 OMP40M system

6.1

OMP40M system
OMP40M is a special modular version of OMP40‑2 which has an enhanced window and metal battery
cassette. It enables probe inspection of part features inaccessible to OMP40-2, by fitting selected
adaptors and extensions as shown below.

See page 9.1, “Parts list”, for more information.

MA4 90° adaptor

M4 stylus
LP2 probe LPE1 extension bar (50 mm)
OMP40M module

LPE2 extension bar (100 mm)

LPE3 extension bar (150 mm)

OMP40M dimensions
(Ø0.98)
Ø25

40.75 50 / 100 / 150 54

(1.60) (1.97 / 3.94 / 5.91) (2.13)

Dimensions given in mm (in)

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OMP40M screw torque values

OMP40M system

6.2

10 Nm to 12 Nm
(7.37 lbf.ft to 8.84 lbf.ft)

10 Nm to 12 Nm
(7.37 lbf.ft to 8.84 lbf.ft)
OMP40-2LS system

7.1

Introduction
The OMP40-2LS probe has a reduced switch-on range when compared to an OMP40-2 probe.

Performance envelope with an OMM-2 receiver with OSI or OSI-D interface or

OMI-2 / OMI-2T / OMI-2H interface / receiver
75° 75°
60° 60°

45° 45°
OMM-2
OMP40-2LS 30° OMI-2T
30°
OMI-2H
15° 15° OMI-2

0° Optical centre line 0°

1 (3.3) 1
15° 15° (3.3)
2 (6.5) 2 (6.5)
Switch-on / switch-off
30° 30°
3 (9.8) Operating – standard power mode 3 (9.8)

4 (13.1) 45° Operating – low power mode 45° 4 (13.1)

60° Operating – ultra low power mode 60°

5 (16.4) 5 (16.4)
75° 75°

Typical plot at 20 °C 360° transmission around probe axis in m

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see Section 5,“Fault-finding”

Fault-finding

8.1

Symptom Cause Action

Probe fails to Dead batteries. Change batteries.

power up (no LEDs
illuminated or fails Unsuitable batteries. Fit suitable batteries.
to indicate current
Batteries inserted incorrectly. Check battery insertion/polarity.
probe settings).
Batteries removed for too short a time Remove batteries for a minimum
and probe has not reset. of 5 seconds.

Poor connection between battery Remove any dirt and clean the
cassette mating surfaces and contacts before reassembly.
contacts.

Probe fails to Wrong transmission mode selected. Reconfigure transmission mode.

switch on.
Dead batteries. Change batteries.

Unsuitable batteries. Fit suitable batteries.

Batteries inserted incorrectly. Check battery insertion/polarity.

Probe out of range/not aligned with Check alignment and if receiver

receiver. fixing is secure.

Optical/magnetic interference. Check for interfering lights or

motors.

Transmission beam obstructed. Check that the OMP40-2 and

receiver windows are clean and
remove any obstruction.

No receiver start signal. Check start signal by reviewing

receiver start LED.

Refer to relevant user’s guide.

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Symptom Cause Action

Machine stops Optical communication obstructed. Check interface / receiver and

Fault-finding

unexpectedly during a remove obstruction.

probing cycle.
Interface / receiver / machine fault. Refer to interface / receiver /
machine user’s guide.
8.2
Dead batteries. Change batteries.

False probe trigger. Enable enhanced trigger filter.

Probe unable to find target Check that part is correctly

surface. positioned and that stylus has not
broken.

Adjacent probe. Reconfigure adjacent probe to a

lower power mode and reduce
range of receiver.

Probe crashes. Workpiece obstructing probe path. Review probing software.

Probe length offset missing. Review probing software.

Controller wired to respond to tool Review installation wiring.

setter instead of inspection probe.
 Symptom Cause Action

Poor probe repeatability Debris on part or stylus. Clean part and stylus.

Fault-finding
and/or accuracy.
Poor tool change repeatability. Redatum probe after each tool
change.

Loose probe mounting on shank Check and tighten as appropriate.

8.3
or loose stylus.

Excessive machine vibration. Enable enhanced trigger filter.

Eliminate vibrations.

Calibration out of date and/or Review probing software.

incorrect offsets.

Calibration and probing speeds Review probing software and

not the same. make speeds the same.

Calibration feature has moved. Correct the position.

Measurement occurs as stylus Review probing software.

leaves surface.

Measurement occurs within Review probing software and

the machine’s acceleration and probe filter settings.
deceleration zone.

Probing speed too high or too Perform simple repeatability trials

slow. at various speeds.

Temperature variation causes Minimise temperature changes.

machine and workpiece
movement.

Machine tool faulty. Perform health checks on

machine tool.
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Symptom Cause Action

Probe fails to switch off. Incorrect “switch-off” method Reconfigure to optical off mode.
Fault-finding

configured.

Optical/magnetic interference. Check for interfering lights or

motors.
8.4
Consider removing the interfering
source.

Probe is inadvertently switched Check position of receiver.

on by the receiver when using
Reduce receiver signal strength.
autostart.

Probe out of range. Review performance envelopes.

Probe is regularly falsely Enable optical transmission

switched on by light interference. legacy mode (start filter on), or
consider upgrading to modulated
system.

Transmission beam obstructed. Check that the probe and receiver

windows are clean, and remove
any obstruction.

Probe fails to switch Incorrect switch-off method Check configuration and alter as
off (where timer off is configured. required.
required).
Probe placed in carousel when in Consider using a carbon fibre
timeout mode. Timer can be reset stylus.
by carousel activity.
Enable enhanced trigger filter.

Shorten timeout setting.

Consider use of optical on/optical

off setting.

Probe false triggers. Excessive machine vibration or Enable enhanced trigger filter.
heavy stylus.
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Parts list

9.1

Item Part number Description

OMP40-2 A-4071-2001 OMP40-2 probe with batteries, tools and product card (set to
optical on / optical off) – modulated transmission, PROBE 1
start.
OMP40-2 A-4071-2002 OMP40-2 probe with batteries, tools and product card (set
to optical on / time off 134 sec) – modulated transmission,
PROBE 1 start.
OMP40-2LS A-4071-3001 OMP40-2LS probe with batteries, tools and product card (set
to optical on / optical off) – modulated transmission, PROBE 1
start.
Batteries P-BT03-0007 ½AA battery – lithium-thionyl chloride (pack of two).
Stylus A-5000-3709 PS3-1C ceramic stylus 50 mm long with Ø6 mm ball.
Styli tool M-5000-3707 Tool for tightening/releasing styli.
Tools A-4071-0060 Probe tool kit comprising Ø1.98 mm stylus tool,
2.00 mm A/F hexagon key and shank grub screw (× 6).
Battery cassette A-4071-1166 OMP40-2 battery cassette assembly.
Battery cassette A-5625-1166 OLP40 metal battery cassette assembly.
Battery gasket A-4038-0301 OMP40-2 battery cap gasket kit.
Shank adaptor A-4071-0031 Shank adaptor assembly for mounting to OMP60, RMP60,
assembly MP700 type shanks.
OMI-2 A-5191-0049 OMI-2 complete with cable 8 m (26.25 ft) long.
OMI-2 A-5191-0050 OMI-2 complete with cable 15 m (49 ft) long.
OMI-2T A-5439-0049 OMI-2T complete with cable 8 m (26.25 ft) long.
OMI-2T A-5439-0050 OMI-2T complete with cable 15 m (49 ft) long.
OMM-2 A-5492-0049 OMM-2 with cable 8 m (26.25 ft), tool kit and product card.
OMM-2 A-5492-0050 OMM-2 with cable 15 m (49 ft) tool kit and product card.
OSI interface A-5492-2000 OSI (multiple probe mode) with DIN rail mounting, terminal
block and product card.
OSI interface A-5492-2010 OSI (single probe mode) with DIN rail mounting, terminal
block and product card.
OSI-D interface A-5492-3000 OSI-D (multiple probe mode) with DIN rail mounting, terminal
block and product card.
OSI-D interface A-5492-3010 OSI-D (single probe mode) with DIN rail mounting, terminal
block and product card.
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Item Part number Description

Weak link A-2085-0068 Weak link (part no. M-2085-0009 × 2) and 5 mm A/F spanner.
Mounting bracket A-2033-0830 Mounting bracket with fixing screws, washers and nuts.
Parts list

OMP40M module A-5626-2001 OMP40M module with batteries, tool kit and quick-start guide
(set to optical on / optical off) – modulated transmission,
PROBE 1 start.
9.2
LPE1 A-2063-7001 LPE1 extension bar – 50 mm long.
LPE2 A-2063-7002 LPE2 extension bar – 100 mm long.
LPE3 A-2063-7003 LPE3 extension bar – 150 mm long.
MA4 A-2063-7600 MA4 90° adaptor assembly.
LP2 A-2063-6098 LP2 probe complete with two C spanners and TK1 tool kit.
Publications. These can be downloaded from our website at www.renishaw.com.
OMI-2 H-5191-8504 Installation guide: for set-up of the OMI-2.
OMI-2T H-5439-8510 Installation guide: for set-up of the OMI-2T.
OSI/OSI-D with H-5492-8504 Installation guide: for the set-up of the OSI/OSI-D interface
OMM-2 with OMM-2.
OSI/OSI-D with H-5991-8504 Installation guide: for set-up of the OSI/OSI-D interface with
OMM‑2C OMM-2C.
Styli H-1000-3200 Technical specification: Styli and accessories or visit our
Online store at www.renishaw.com/shop.
Probe software H-2000-2298 Data sheet: Probe software for machine tools – programs and
features.
Taper shanks H-2000-2011 Data sheet: Taper shanks for machine tool probes.
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