Arm-type CMMs feature a multi-jointed arm, allowing for versatile and dynamic measurements. This flexibility makes them suitable for use in various settings, including production facilities and workshops.
Here, we introduce a selection of arm-type CMMs offered by various manufacturers. If you are considering the implementation of an arm-type CMM, this information will be helpful for your decision-making process.
The Gage Max FARO ARM is an arm-type CMM provided by technology company FARO that contributes to optimizing production processes and quality assurance. Utilizing articulated-arm measuring technology, it is suited for a range of applications including inspection, imaging, reverse engineering, assembly, production planning, inventory documentation, and surveying.
This measuring machine can be brought directly to the production site for measurements and supports wireless inspections via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. It is cable-free and doesn't require a dedicated mesurement room, which makes it versatile across various environments.
Compact in design, the Gage Max FARO ARM allows easy single-handed operation. Consistent measurement results can be achieved despite setup taking only a few seconds. Its ergonomic design facilitates smooth operation for those accustomed to using vernier calipers or micrometers.
FARO also provides comprehensive support with various service plans, such as Basic Care and Complete Care. There are also training options to help operators master using the device. Customer support is available in 14 languages, and services such as warranty, maintenance, and product certification are offered at service centers in various countries.
Compact, user-friendly, and offering reliable measurements with FARO technology, Gage Max FARO ARM simplifies work processes, significantly reducing measurement time and costs on-site. It is an excellent option for sites considering their first implementation of a CMM.
MCAx S is an articulated-arm CMM manufactured by Nikon, a leading Japanese optical equipment maker. This advanced measuring device, with infinite rotation and 7-axis freedom of movement, can measure everything from the exterior to the interior of large parts, including steps and gaps. Thanks to Nikon's sophisticated encoder technology, no warm-up is required, allowing for rapid setup and inspection.
Available in sizes from 2.0 to 4.5 meters and in three performance levels, MCAx S can be chosen to fit specific budgets and purposes, offering flexibility for various fields such as machined parts, presswork, plastic molding, casting, and forging. It supports simultaneous use of scanners and tactile probes, enabling easy measurement of intricate features and hard-to-reach areas.
Equipped with a battery operation mode and Wi-Fi connectivity, MCAx S allows for cable-free measurements in various locations. Its compact and lightweight design, combined with carbon fiber arm tubes, reduces operator fatigue. The user-friendly automatic probe switching and wrist display features improve work efficiency.
MCAx S excels in environments where advanced quality control is demanded, providing guaranteed accuracy compliant with ISO10360-12. It is highly user-friendly, making it especially recommended for companies considering the introduction of a CMM or for companies who are dissatisfied with using vernier calipers or micrometers for measurements.
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.
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.
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.
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