Starrett Multisensor Vision System Inspects Large, Complex Parts

The L.S. Starrett Company’s AVR-FOV 0.14X Multisensor Vision System has a 0.14 magnification lens, providing a large field of view at 2.36" × 1.90" (60 mm × 48 mm). More of the part can be viewed in every image, which means greater efficiency and accuracy for quality control processes.

Combining this image technology (in which multiple images can be stitched together to form one larger image) with the system’s touch probe technology enables the AVR-FOV 0.14X to more accurately inspect a wide range of features on large or complex parts, as well as on multiple small parts.

The system’s automated part programs deliver accurate results to the micron level in a matter of seconds with go/no-go tolerance zones, and data is provided in one easy-to-interpret report, the company says. These features enable metrology users in manufacturing facilities or QC labs to produce accurate, fast and repeatable results. It can be used to measure and inspect a wider range of parts, including those that are complex with intricate features.

The system also features an intuitive, user-friendly interface. Equipped with the M3 software package from MetLogix, a traditional mouse as well as a touchscreen monitor make user interaction easy. Auto part recognition enables creating a part measurement program that comprises the desired features of a part for inspection, which can automatically be saved in the system or to a network.

Programmable light output options can be built into the program as defined steps, including being called up as the part recognition program initiates. Once the program is created, placing that part within the camera’s field of view enables the saved program to initiate and run the inspection. A Renishaw touch probe may also be utilized for quick acquisition of discreet points along a part’s profile as well as Z-axis measurements.  The AVR-FOV 0.14X has X-Y-Z travels of 12" × 8" × 8" (300 mm × 200 mm × 200mm).