{"product_id":"thm3s1504031","title":"ITP Straight Styli - Type A - Silicon Nitride Ball - M3 Thread x 30.75mm Overall Length - THM3S1504031","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eITP Straight Styli Type A with a silicon nitride ball and M3 thread offers a robust, precision probing solution for CMM and scanning applications. Designed for everyday measurement tasks, this carbide-stem stylus delivers reliable contact and repeatable results, especially on aluminum workpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBall Material\u003c\/b\u003e: Silicon nitride ball provides excellent wear resistance and stable contact for accurate scans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStem Material\u003c\/b\u003e: Carbide stem delivers exceptional rigidity to maintain geometry during probing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThread\u003c\/b\u003e: M3 thread for secure mounting in standard probe holders and stylus assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/b\u003e: 30.75 mm, offering a practical reach for common fixtures and recessed features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBall Size Range\u003c\/b\u003e: Part of a product family with ball sizes from Ø1.5 mm to Ø5.0 mm; exact size available within the range, with additional dimensions offered on request via configurator or email.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/b\u003e: Particularly well-suited for scanning workpieces made of untreated aluminum, where the silicon nitride ball minimizes wear and maintains precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCustom Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: If you need dimensions outside standard offerings, submit a request through the configurator or by email for a tailored solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis combination of high rigidity, wear-resistant ball material, and a concise 30.75 mm length translates into reliable, repeatable measurements across a variety of test setups. The carbide stem resists bending under typical probing loads, while the silicon nitride ball preserves a precise contact point, helping you achieve tighter tolerances on aluminum parts. The M3 mounting and standard length streamline integration with existing equipment, making this stylus a dependable choice for routine quality checks, fixture validation, and process control in manufacturing environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ITP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42228953776206,"sku":"ITP-THM3S1504031","price":88.14,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3747\/4382\/files\/THM3S1504031_60f74697-3736-4e59-aa03-d2f3b4b53e9e.png?v=1739362003","url":"https:\/\/www.protool-ltd.co.uk\/products\/thm3s1504031","provider":"Protool Precision Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}