Hexagon unveils portable white light measurement system at MACH 2014
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At MACH 2014 (Birmingham NEC, 7-11 April), a portable white light device for performing 3D measurement and inspection tasks on the shop floor is to be launched on Stand 5710, Hall 5 by Hexagon Metrology UK. The non-contact WLS qFLASH uses three digital cameras, advanced blue LED technology and Hexagon Metrology's CoreView white light measurement software for data capture.
The compact device projects a random pattern on to the object being measured and analyses surfaces, features and edge lines using stereo vision. According to Hexagon Metrology, the system is suitable for inspecting small to medium size plastic parts, interiors and small moulds as well as metal parts and castings. It can be used in tight spaces in busy production areas as it is said to be unaffected by industrial light, machinery vibrations and temperature changes. In addition, it can be operated in handheld mode or on a tripod.
Part of the WLS400 product range, the qFLASH is housed in a rugged carbon fibre case and fits into a single box for easy transportation.
"The WLS qFLASH makes advanced white light solutions more portable and affordable," states Brett Green, Hexagon Metrology UK's sales and marketing director.
Other new products to be unveiled at MACH include the Leica B-Probe, a wireless handheld probing device, which extends the capability of Hexagon Metrology's Leica Absolute Tracker AT402.
