The CRYSTA-Apex EX 500T/700T/900T series are CNC CMMs equipped with the PH20 5-axis control touch-trigger probe. 5-axis operation reduces the time required for probe orientational movements and allows more flexible positioning. This also ensures easy access to complex workpieces and saves time both during programming and measurement. In addition to 3-axis point measurement similar to conventional coordinate measuring machines, the PH20 probe head also supports 'head touch' operation for quick point measurement using the two rotational axes of the probe only, with no movement required along the CMM axes.