Wireless hand-probe for large-scale measurement to be unveiled by Hexagon Metrology at MACH 2014

The entry-level Leica B-Probe is designed to extend the capability of the Leica Absolute Tracker AT402 and works within a 10 m radial distance of the machine to an accuracy of ± 0.2 mm over the full measurement range, offering greater capabilities and flexibility than similar systems with fixed-base stations, says the company. The 190 g probe is IP50-certified and powered by AAA batteries, making it a complementary device to the ultra-compact, user-friendly design of the AT402. By using the move-station method, the working range of the system can easily be multiplied, with virtually no loss in probing accuracy. For even larger parts or measurements that require higher accuracies, the probe can be used in conjunction with a standard retroreflector to take full advantage of the AT402's accuracy and 160 m radial measuring range. Says Brett Green, Hexagon Metrology UK's director of sales and marketing: "The B-Probe fills a niche between reflector-based measurements and our high performance 6DoF offering based on the Leica T-Probe and the Absolute Tracker AT901." The probe is one of a number of new products to be showcased by Hexagon Metrology UK at MACH. Visitors will also be able to see the latest equipment added to its range of Romer portable measuring arms and TESA hand tools. MACH 2014 - Birmingham NEC, 7-11 April