Apparatus for changing operating modules on a coordinate positioning machine

摘要

A storage port 20 for separating a magnetically coupled task module 18 from a modular probe 16 mounted on a machine comprises a housing 22 and arm 24 receivable by the task module 18. A member is provided on the storage port for engagement with the task module 18. On moving the probe upwards, the member levers the task module 18 and retaining module apart, causing the task module to rotate and break contact with the retaining module, thereby separating the task module (18) from the retaining module (16) with a tilting action.