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ITP Straight Styli - Type J - Silicon Nitride Ball - M3 Thread x 78mm Overall Length - TCM3S6004078
| Styli Type | Type J |
| Thread Size | M3 |
| Ball Diameter (DK) | 6 |
| Overall Length (L) | 78 |
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Description
The ITP Straight Stylus Type J with a silicon nitride ball and M3 thread is a precision probing accessory engineered for long reach, high rigidity, and reliable scans on CMMs and measurement arms. Ideal for technicians who need a lightweight yet dependable stylus for demanding aluminum workpieces.
- Model / Tooling: ITP Straight Stylus Type J, silicon nitride ball, M3 thread — part number TCM3S6004078
- Overall length: 78 mm
- Stem material: Carbon fiber for excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio
- Ball material: Silicon nitride ball, optimized for scanning untreated aluminium surfaces
- Thread: M3 compatible for secure attachment to standard probe heads
- Primary use: Long-reach probing with high rigidity for precise measurements on aluminum workpieces
- Customization: Other dimensions available on request via configurator or by email
Designed to deliver stable contact and minimal deflection during measurement, this stylus combines a lightweight carbon fiber stem with a durable silicon nitride ball to handle repeated scans of untreated aluminium. The 78 mm reach expands access to recessed features and deep contours, enhancing accuracy and repeatability across inspection tasks. Compatible with common M3–threaded probe heads, it’s a practical choice for quality control, reverse engineering, and precision metrology workflows on aluminum parts. For projects requiring a different length or configuration, additional dimensions can be requested through the configurator or by email to ensure a precise fit within your measurement setup.
Part Numbers
- Protool Part Number
- ITP-TCM3S6004078
- Brand
- ITP
- Category
- Styli
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Delivery
Free UK mainland delivery on orders over £50 ex VAT. In-stock items ordered before 4:30pm are dispatched the same working day. Full delivery information.
Returns
14-day returns on unused stock items in original packaging. Special-order and bespoke tooling is non-returnable. Read our returns policy.
Technical Support
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Do you offer Free Next Day delivery?
Yes! We offer Free Next Day delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 on all orders over £50 ex VAT*. We also offer Free DPD Local Next Day delivery on all orders over £100 ex VAT*.
We also offer the following:
- Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.90 (FREE on orders over £50 ex VAT*). Order before 4:30pm for next day delivery. No signature required.
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- DPD Saturday Delivery — £25.00. Must be ordered on Friday before 4pm. Pre-12pm delivery.
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