TPT July 2011

T echnology U pdate

Coordinate measuring machine THANKS to the low trigger force of Leitz’s measurement head of up to 0.005 N, no scratch marks or any other damage are caused to the part during inspection. Typically the device is most useful when measuring coated lenses or highly polished, high-precision copper, titanium or aluminium parts. In general whenever the inspected parts have delicate or reflective surfaces and require to be accurately measured using tactile sensors. From now on, the Leitz Infinity will also have vision metrology capability. The LSP-S4 or LSP-S4 ultra low force simply automatically replaces its stylus with a Precitec chromatic white light sensor (CWS). The optical chromatic white light sensor is based on the chromatic confocal measurement technique. The advantages of this proven visual measurement procedure: successful precise measurements – whether the surface is inclined, reflective or dispersive. High axial resolution is also available for measuring complex structures. The sensor is therefore ideal for complex applications such as measuring glass or plastic lenses, surfaces and profiles. The high-precision optical sensor excels in particular because it is not affected by variable ambient light. But the big changes to the Leitz Infinity have not been confined to the field of sensors. The additional machine size also offers more flexibility. As well as the existing machine size of 1,200 x 1,000 x 700mm (X x Y x Z), a new series with dimensions 1,200 x 1,000 x 600mm will soon be available. The new model can be used in measuring rooms with lower ceiling heights. The Leitz brand as part of Hexagon Metrology stands for high accuracy coordinate measuring machines, gear inspection centres and probes. Leitz measurement systems master quality assurance tasks equally well both in metrology labs as well as on the shop floor. The development and production are located in Wetzlar, Germany. For more than 30 years Leitz has been offering its customers the best innovative measurement technology available. The primary goal remains offering modern solutions for demanding measurement tasks. Hexagon Metrology is part of the Hexagon AB Group

and includes leading metrology brands such as Brown & Sharpe, Cognitens, DEA, Leica Geosystems (Metrology Division), Leitz, m&h Inprocess Messtechnik, Optiv, PC-Dmis, Quindos, Romer and Tesa. Hexagon Metrology brands represent an unrivalled global installed base of millions of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), portable measuring systems and handheld instruments, and tens of thousands of metrology software licenses. Hexagon Metrology empowers its customers to fully control

manufacturing processes that rely on dimensional precision, ensuring that products manufactured precisely conform to the original product design. The company offering of machines, systems and software is complemented by a wide range of product support, aftermarket and value-added services. Hexagon Metrology – UK Email: press@hexagonmetrology.com Website: www.hexagonmetrology.com Website: www.leitz-metrology.com

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