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Inspection/Measurement Pages 101 to 108 CMM/Vision System Packaging Plan Mitutoyo America Corporation has announced a sales program based on "packaging" select CMMs and vision systems with related equipment and service packages at no extra cost over the price of the base machine. By closely listening to the "cost of ownership" and "simplified buying" desires of metrology equipment buyers over the last 50 years, Mitutoyo's new "Gold Care" program packages peripheral equipment and multi-year service packages with a larger select group of these types of machines. The program is available to U.S.-based companies served by the company for a limited time period throughout the year. Measuring machines covered in the program include: CNC CMMs: CRYSTA-Plus Series (400/500/700 Models); manual CMMs: CRYSTA-Apex S CNC Series (500/700/900/1200 Models); and Vision machines: QV-Apex Pro, QV-Apex TP Systems. Every machine group offers a "Gold Care" package that includes: - A "second year" extended warranty covering all labor and part costs (industry standard is one year) - A two-year "Bronze" calibration agreement (A2LA accredited) - A five-year technical phone support program covering all of the machine's software needs (explaining specific product information and answering technical support questions) - Mitutoyo's MeasurLink® Pro Edition software package - Workholding solutions: • For CMMs: Mitutoyo's Eco-Fix® fixturing system (a "plug and play" workholding solution) • For VISION MACHINES: Mitutoyo's Opti-Fix® fixturing system (helps to facilitate workholding and faster throughput) - Measurement devices: • For CMMS: starter stylus kit (multiple probes and extensions for touch applications) • For Vision systems with touch probes: starter stylus kit (multiple probes and extensions for touch applications) For more information from Mitutoyo America Corp. of Aurora, IL, phone 734-459-2810 or visit mitutoyo.com Surface Finishing Measurement for CMMs Renishaw's new SFP1 probe option for the REVO® five-axis measurement system is the first to allow surface finish inspection to be fully integrated within coordinate measurement routines, the company reports. With a measurement capability of 6.3 to 0.05 Ra, the SFP1 surface finish probe makes the CMM a "single platform" metrology system. It eliminates the need for hand-held surface measurement devices or transporting parts to a dedicated surface measuring machine, reducing labor costs and inspection lead times. The system allows automated switching between dimensional measurement and surface finish measurement, with the analysis contained in a single report. The SFP1 probe is a fully integrated option for the REVO 5-axis measurement system, supplied with two dedicated styli, straight and cranked, which are selected via the measurement program control using the system's modular rack system (MRS). The probe incorporates a C axis that, combined with the infinite positioning of the REVO head and choice of stylus holders, allows the probe tip to be automatically oriented to any angle to suit the part, ensuring that the highest quality surface data is acquired. This enables flexible access to component features, combined with the consistency of fully automated CNC control. Using the straight stylus, the SFP1 can perform a measurement trace within a 10 mm diameter bore to a depth of 100 mm. A skidded probe with a 2 µm (0.000079") radius diamond stylus tip, the SFP1 probe outputs Ra, RMS and raw data formats to the metrology application software via Renishaw's UCCServer software, using the I++ DME protocol. The raw data can subsequently be presented to specialized surface analysis software for more detailed reporting. For more information from Renishaw of Hoffman Estates, IL, phone 847-286-9953 or visit renishaw.com Multi-Channel Optical Touch Probe System Marposs Corp. will present its Mida VOS optical touch probe system for use on large three- and five-axis machining centers. The multi-channel system consists of a receiver with integrated interface and a transmitter unit that is compatible with the full range of Mida touch-trigger probes. It is available in both a compact and modular version for application flexibility. As many as four transmitter/probe units can be used in an application with only one receiver, the company states. For machines with multiple spindles, two probes can be used simultaneously, making it possible to implement two applications on the same machine. The Mida VOS is designed to reduce interference, and its modulated optical transmission system increases the operating range and transmission angle. Carbon extensions as long as 1 m can be used with the VOP60 modular transmitter/probe unit for reaching into deep bores. The robust system is controlled entirely by the machine tool via a simple PLC command, and the receiver can be easily programmed using a remotecontrol unit. For more information from Marposs Corporation of Auburn Hills, MI, phone 248-370-0404 or visit marposs.com moldmakingtechnology.com 107