Patent ID: 6222436
Filing Date: 2001-04-24
Classification: F16C,G01B

Abstract:
A linear gauging head including:support and protection devices with a casing that defines a longitudinal geometrical axis;a spindle, axially movable with respect to the support and protection devices;a feeler element coupled to an end of the spindle;a position transducer including a fixed portion, connected to the casing and a movable portion connected to the spindle;a thrust device arranged between the support and protection devices and the feeler element, andguide means, for guiding axial displacements of the spindle with respect to the casing, with at least an axial bearing with a through hole, for the partial insertion of the spindle, wherein the support and protection devices further comprise longitudinal positioning and clamping elements for cooperating with the casing and the axial bearing for defining and removably fixing the position of said axial bearing with respect to the casing.