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Renishaw's CMM Lineup and Characteristics

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Renishaw's Primary CMM and its Accessories

REVO 5-Axis Measurement System

The REVO 5-Axis Measurement System is a CMM equipped with high-performance scanning measurement capabilities, non-contact measurement features, and the ability to analyze surface roughness. What sets it apart from conventional CMMs is its utilization of 5-axis measurement technology, which effectively mitigates CMM dynamic errors during ultra-high-speed measurements. This technology significantly enhances the accuracy and performance of the entire system. Moreover, the system benefits from versatile probes that can be exchanged and combined with a change rack, reducing initial investment costs and allowing for customization according to specific usage requirements.

REVO Multi-Sensor System – REVO-2

Source: Reinshaw website
(https://www.renishaw.jp/jp/revo-2-and-the-atom-encoder--39784)

The Multi-Sensor System is a crucial component of the REVO 5-Axis Measurement System. It enables the 3-axis CMM to perform 5-axis measurements, enhancing measurement speed and responsiveness to changes in shape without dynamic errors. Additionally, the REVO-2 incorporates the world's first ultra-small encoder with a high optical filter, known as ATOM. This feature optimizes the performance of the REVO-2 by minimizing eccentricity errors during rotation, resulting in top-level measurement accuracy and speed.

Controller System – UCC S5

Source: Reinshaw website
(https://www.renishaw.jp/jp/ucc-s5--35921)

The controller system for the REVO-2 enabling 5-axis scanning is the UCC S5. Its patented technology facilitates unique motion commands, synchronization, and 5-axis measurement capabilities. The UCC S5 integrates the control loop into the 5-axis measurement system, enabling high-speed scanning. Through the collaboration of the REVO-2 and UCC S5, the 5-axis CMM is capable of performing non-contact image measurement and surface roughness measurement.

About Renishaw

Investing in R&D and Manufacturing

Renishaw was founded in 1973 by the current Executive Chairman, David McMurtry, and Non-Executive Deputy Chairman, John Deer. Their first product, the touch-trigger probe, invented by David McMurtry, revolutionized the CMM field. Over the past 50 years, Renishaw has been instrumental in driving changes in the manufacturing industries. A consistent aspect of their approach over this period has been their commitment to investing an average of 13% to 15% of their annual sales into R&D and manufacturing. This ongoing investment enables them to design, develop, and provide ultra-high accuracy equipment and stable control solutions.

Producing Products that Touch People's Hearts Through a Pursuit of Excellence

Renishaw embraces "Transforming Tomorrow Together" as the core objective driving every aspect of their activities. They provide manufacturing technology and analytical/medical equipment worldwide, serving as two pillars of the company. Guided by their objectives, Renishaw has cultivated close relationships with customers, collaborating to address challenging tasks and enhance products and manufacturing processes. By steadfastly pursuing their objectives, Renishaw has continually advanced their technology, introducing innovative instruments that captivate various industries with pioneering research and unique strategies.

Delivering World-Class Measurement Systems for CMMs

Renishaw's sensors, such as the touch-trigger probe, positioning motorized head, repeatable stylus change, and modular scanning system, have become industry standards. Among these, the 5-axis measurement product stands out as the most innovative advancement in measurement technology, offering high-speed measurement for various applications. This 5-axis measurement technology represents Renishaw's most distinctive characteristic and has established the company as a leader in the field.

Optimal Environments for Renishaw CMMs

Renishaw's high-accuracy measurement and process control technology find applications in the fields of automation and motion systems. Their encoders play a crucial role in supporting automation requirements, with a variety of lineups available to suit diverse needs. Moreover, Renishaw leverages precision technologies such as calibration and Raman spectroscopy to tackle medical challenges head-on and make significant contributions to the field.

For those seeking process optimization and reduction in capital expenditure, Renishaw offers excellent solutions and proposals backed by its strong technical capabilities.

   

Top 3 Recommendations for CMM
by Application

For Ease of Use
and Versatility
XM Series(KEYENCE)

Source: KEYENCE Website(https://www.keyence.com/products/measure-sys/cmm/xm/index_pr.jsp)

This CMM has a caliper-like feel, enabling even beginners to perform high-precision measurements. It can be carried without the need for temperature control, allowing for immediate measurements at any desired location and time. As it doesn't require a large installation space, it's a CMM with a low entry barrier.

  • A unique handheld-type CMM that can be used with a caliper-like feel
  • Usable outside of the measurement room
  • Wide measurement range of up to 2m
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For Measurement Accuracy
and Stability
ZEISS XENOS(Carl Zeiss)

Source: Carl Zeiss Website(https://www.zeiss.com/metrology/products/systems/cmm.html)

Utilizing linear drive on all axes, this CMM boasts high precision with a maximum permissible length measurement error of 0.3+L/1000μm, repeatability of ±0.2μm, and resolution of 0.001μm. The reduced occurrence of errors allows for a decrease in the need for remeasurement.

  • Maximum permissible length measurement error of 0.3+L/1000μm
  • Repeatability of ±0.2μm
  • Resolution of 0.001μm
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For Smart Factory
Integration
CRYSTA-Apex(Mitutoyo)

Source: Mitutoyo Website(https://www.mitutoyo.com/products/coordinate-measuring-machines/)

A CNC CMM that was first developed in 1976.

It features applications that respond to the demand for "Smart Factories" by allowing monitoring of operational status and maintenance management of the machine through the network.

  • Developed by drawing on over 80 years of manufacturing expertise
  • Selection of optimal probe for the workpiece
  • Compatible with Smart Factory environments
Mitutoyo Website Read More

Reasons for Selection

  • Ease of Use and Versatility: Based on our research, these CMMs offers the highest precision and a wide measurement range among handheld devices usable outside the measurement room.
  • Measurement Accuracy and Stability: Among the surveyed options, these CMMs exhibit the highest values in terms of maximum allowable length measurement error, repeatability, and resolution.
  • Smart Factory Integration: Among the surveyed manufacturers, these CMMs are most extensively implemented as CNC CMM compatible with S.M.S. (SMART Measurement System).