Quick Vision Pro Series for Faster, More Versatile Measurements
Mitutoyo’s noncontact measuring machines feature high-performance technologies that are said to deliver more speed, efficiency and versatility.
Edited by Angela Osborne
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Mitutoyo America Corp. says its Quick Vision (QV) Pro Series machines feature high-performance technologies that can greatly improve 3D noncontact measurement and productivity. This noncontact measuring system is said to deliver even more speed, efficiency and versatility to the Mitutoyo Vision Measurement line.
The QV Pro Series features a StrobeSnap vision measuring function that is said to speed up run time by approximately 35 to 45 percent, regardless of measurement position or continuity, while achieving higher throughput and high-precision measurements.
The company also says the series’ auto focus is about 39 percent faster than previous models without loss of accuracy.
An optional Stream function is said to realize high throughput using nonstop measurements that synchronize the main XY unit drive and strobe lighting. Stream takes images intermittently without stopping the stage and performs batch measurements at the same time to greatly improve measurement speeds, the company says.
Optional Tracking Auto Focus (TAF) utilizes a laser tracker that is said to keep the part in focus while moving the joystick, eliminating the need to keep manually focusing on the part if it is not flat. When a part program is running, TAF keeps the part in focus, so the program does not have to stop for auto focus and stops potential errors from occurring if the part is out of focus, the compay says. TAF is also said to cut speed measurement times by approximately 30 percent, further improving throughput while maintaining high accuracy.
All QV Pro Series machines can be retrofit with Stream capability, RGB (Red, Green, Blue) illumination systems and side-mounted touch probe kits.
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