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Inspection/Measurement Small CMM O-INSPECT 322 coordinate measuring machine from Carl Zeiss is the smallest system with which Carl Zeiss is expanding the range of applications of its coordinate measuring machines. The system unites contact ZEISS scanning and optical measuring. This combination is now available in two sizes: O-INSPECT 322 and the original O-INSPECT 442. Both machines use the same sensors and function; the difference is in the measuring range. In many industries, the parts being inspected are no bigger than a hand, e.g. a mobile phone case or dentures. The O-INSPECT 322 is now available for the measurement of these parts. The measuring range is somewhat smaller (300 x 200 x 200) mm, but the system is also more affordable compared to other O-INSPECT machines. Where other machines can only offer single-point scanning and thus relatively high probing forces, O-INSPECT 322 from Carl Zeiss IMT offers scanning as a standard feature, in which the VAST XXT probe enables precision probing with forces in the millinewton range, the company reports. Therefore, true 3D measurements that permit form and position statements are possible. This is a key benefit for users because most precision parts or plastic workpieces are three dimensional. Telecentric optics are very elaborate and therefore not used on most optical measuring machines. Unlike the central perspective principle, the distance to the object is irrelevant in telecentrics: test objects in the camera image can always be measured with the right imaging scale. O-INSPECT 322 comes standard with the 12x telecentric zoom lens from Carl Zeiss Microscopy, which compensates for these deviations with an additional zoom range. O-INSPECT 322 also works reliably under varying ambient temperatures. Where other machines need climate-controlled measuring labs, O-INSPECT delivers reliable measuring results at a wide range of temperatures and can also be deployed on the shop floor, the company notes. Other configurations will be available in the future, which will tolerate temperatures up to 26 or 30 degrees Celsius thanks to TVA (Temperature Variable Accuracy). The operator always knows the tolerance range to be expected of the measured values. O-INSPECT 322 is therefore ideal for locations with difficult climate conditions. For more information from Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology, LLC of Maple Grove, MN, phone 800-327-9735 or visit zeiss. com/metrology Manual Coordinate Measuring Arm Nikon Metrology has introduced the MCAx Manual Coordinate Measuring Arm—a precise, reliable and easy-to-use portable sevenaxis measuring arm. It is the perfect partner for the ModelMaker MMDx/MMCx digital handheld laser scanners and Focus 10 Handheld scanning and inspection software. This total solution's accuracy, capability and portability make it feel perfectly at home in the metrology lab, on the shop floor and in-the-field. The MCAx arm can be equipped with a wide range of probing systems for laser scanning, touch-trigger measurements and continuous scanning. The new seven-axis MCAx range of articulated arms is available with a measurement volume ranging from 2.0 and 4.5 meter diameter. Already known for its industry-leading data capture of almost any material (ESP3), the arm and scanner now offer improved total solution accuracy. It offers compactness in packaging and an unprecedented seamless transition between probing and scanning. This high-precision portable scanning solution reaches better than 50µm of measurement accuracy while encased in an enhanced ergonomic design. Applications such as automotive R & D, quality labs and contract inspection facilities will benefit from a shortened learning curve due to the ease of use, while delivering measurement data faster and with greater confidence in the results. Specifications for these sevenaxis arms range from 2.0m to 4.5m, and include infinite rotation of the principle axes. Absolute encoders are standard as is the locking counterbalance feature. Base options include bolt-down base plates or a magnetic base, wifi, battery and probes. For more information from Nikon Metrology, Inc. of Brighton, MI, phone 810-220-4360 or visit nikonmetrology.com 106 MoldMaking Technology July 2013 Inspection Software Verisurf Software, Inc. has released Verisurf X, version 6, loaded with innovative software features that enhance in-process, portable inspection, tool building, CATIA interoperability, and 3D scanning and reverse engineering, the company states. This software can be used with a number of brands of 3D scanners and generate massive point clouds for manufacturing inspection, part verification and reverse engineering. Verisurf customers also can import very large CAD models and perform real time model-based inspection. Verisurf X6 release has many new features and enhancements including: enhanced Windows 64 bit performance for working with massive 3D scanner point clouds, and very large CAD assemblies; new report manager with customizable HTML, Excel, XML, PDF, document encryption, document verification checksum and AS9102 first article inspection report generator; CATIA V5 R22 translation validation support; 3D SPC option for integrated statistical process control of key characteristic inspection measurements; InspectionExpert option for automating the creation of a drawing based AS9102 first article inspection and reporting; and metrology device interfaces extending Verisurf's standard metrology platform leadership. For more information from Verisurf Software, Inc. of Anaheim, CA, phone 714-970-1683 or visit verisurf.com