Hexagon Metrology has released the Optiv Classic 443 tp, the newest model in the Optiv Classic series. Each unit comes touch probe-ready and includes a high-resolution CCD (charge-coupled device) camera for multi-sensor applications with micro- to nano-scale precision measurement requirements. The Classic 443 tp is designed to provide a first term accuracy of 1.9 microns. It may be used for the inspection of small scale features and parts like micro-hole dies, sieves, filters, fiber optics and inkjet nozzles as well as complex, densely populated precision parts from the medical, aerospace, electronics or automotive industries, according to the company. This entry level, high-capacity multi-sensor CMM (coordinate measuring machine) provides over five times the measurement volume of its smaller brother, the Optiv Classic 321GL tp.
Highlights of the Classic 443 tp's vision technology include calibrated lighting, a high resolution color CCD camera and a multi-segment LED triple angle ring light to create better contrast for edge detection. The multi-sensor CMM features a 12x CNC motorized zoom for continuous adjustment of field of view and resolution and an LED status indicator to provide a quick visual check of the machine's status.
The Classic 443 tp comes standard with PC-DMIS Vision image processing software and optional online 3D CAD capabilities for live programming of the machine to compare measured values to nominals. The software includes the MultiCapture feature which finds all 2D characteristics in the field of view, regardless of their type, and measures them simultaneously. MultiCapture then moves the camera to the next cluster of features and measures them. This sequence continues until the inspection program is complete, and is automatically optimized by creating the most efficient path with the fewest number of stage movements. According to the company, inspection speeds increase by 50% or more, depending on feature size and density, which can significantly raise throughput.
"The Classic 443 tp offers increased capacity without sacrificing accuracy," said Dan Farnsworth, Product Manager for Hexagon Metrology. "The increased measurement volume makes it ideal for palletized parts and offers good accessibility to the measuring table from all sides. It is the perfect fit for high-volume measurement of small, tightly toleranced parts."
For more information contact:
Cathy Hayat
Marketing Specialist
Hexagon Metrology, Inc.
1558 Todd Farm Drive
Elgin, IL 60123
Direct: 847-214-5263
Main: 847-931-0100 Ext. 5263
cathy.hayat@hexagonmetrology.com
www.hexagonmetrology.us