Renishaw MP11 Installations- Und Anwenderhandbuch Seite 19

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WEAK LINK FOR STYLI WITH STEEL SHAFT - Optional
In the event of excessive stylus overtravel the weak link stem, fitted between the
probe and stylus is designed to break, thereby protecting the probe from damage.
Weak link
Stylus
➤
12mm (0.47in)
To remove a broken stem
Fitting stylus with weak link onto probe
Take care to avoid stressing the weak link
during assembly - see page 1-18.
Note:
THE WEAK LINK IS NOT USED WITH CERAMIC SHAFT STYLI