First select a product category. Here you can choose between linear encoders, angle encoders or length gauges.
Select the accuracy of the incremental length gauge that meets your requirements. You can choose between two accuracy classes, SPECTO for ±1 µm or METRO for ±0.5 µm.
The position detection can be incremental or absolute. The incremental measuring method provides a relative position as well as direction of movement, which requires an assignment to a reference point (starting point) at the beginning of the measurement. This is done by homing the axis. The absolute measuring method provides concrete position information at any axis position. A reference run at the beginning of the measurement is not necessary.
At this point you can select the type of bolt actuation. You can choose between two variants, spring-driven or pneumatic. With spring-driven length gauges, the built-in spring extends the measuring bolt into the measuring position and builds up the measuring force. The measuring bolt is extended in the rest position. On length gauges with pneumatic bolt actuation, the bolt extends when compressed air is applied. When the compressed air connection is vented, the built-in spring retracts the measuring bolt.
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In a customer-specific inspection system, components are measured for their quality and then sorted. Special camera and microscope techniques are used to monitor the specifications of the components and ensure appropriate sorting. The positioning of the testing technology is carried out by high-resolution measuring technology, which was individually adapted to the requirements of the testing system and the available installation space.
According to the customer's requirements, a measuring range of up to 90° should be realized and the measuring system should be able to be integrated into the installation space provided. In addition, it should be able to detect very fast changes in direction with high precision in order to meet the high measurement requirements of the test system.
The choice was made for the RIK 4 rotary optical measuring system from NUMERIK JENA, as this system was able to meet all the required specifications. Due to extremely limited space, only a section of a graduated disk (disk segment) was integrated into the system instead of a complete graduated disk with 360° measuring range. This meant that the specified installation space could be maintained. A reference mark positioned on the graduated disk segment according to the customer's specifications enabled the customer to reference the system precisely when starting it.
The new platform design offers many advantages for users in a wide range of (metrology) applications such as quality assurance or production metrology.
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Its extremely compact design as well as many configuration options make this product series an all-round talent for incremental path measurements
The outstanding characteristics of this encoder are based on a combination of incremental and absolute measuring technology
The flat and lightweight design of the encoder enables users a wide range of applications for rotary measuring tasks
The LIA series offers a wide range of application possibilities and is configurable with expandable features such as optional switching sensors
We have specialized in developing individual solutions together with our customers for 25 years. A large number of our customers receive specially developed encoder solutions from us that make their products unique and set them apart from competitors.
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