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ProTrak HD: 2D/3D Laser
Accurate Long Range Non-contact Laser Sensor for 2D and 3D profiling Download Brochure Request a Quote Accurate Long Range Non-contact Laser Sensor for 2D and 3D profiling The ProTrak HD long range profiling laser displacement sensor is built to satisfy the most demanding automated dimension, angle, curvature and height in the industrial application. At a fast speed of 6,000 frames per second and up to 2.5µm resolution, it also has measuring of up to 800 mm. 1 gigabit per second transfer rate 6,000 frames per second TCP/IP GbE Built-in display and [...]
Vibration and Balancing Systems
Rotating Engine and Vibration Balancing Systems Looking for balancing systems? Commercial aviation companies and the U.S. military rely on MTI Instruments’ vibration analysis and engine trim balance solutions to identify any jet engine problems quickly, saving the time and cost of engine repair and maintenance. Request a Quote PBS eXpress View Product PBS-4100+ Gen4 Portable Vibration and Balancing System View Product PBS-4100+ Portable Vibration and Balancing System View Product PBS-4100R+ Test Cell Vibration and Balancing System View Product End of Life/Support View Product About MTI [...]
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Measurement Fundamentals
Measurement Fundamentals
Vitrek Knowledge Center
Vitrek Knowledge Center Welcome to Vitrek's Knowledge Center! As the industry leader for test, measurement and high-speed data acquisition, we are proud to provide a wealth of knowledge and resources for our industries and markets we serve. Use the links below to learn more about Vitrek's vast portfolio of products. Measurement Fundamentals Advanced Sensing & Physical Measurement Technology Principles Laser Triangulation Sensors Laser triangulation sensors can be divided into two categories based upon their performance and intended use. High-resolution lasers are typically used in [...]
Important Terminology for Measurement System Selection
Important Terminology for Measurement System Selection Mounting conditions / Mounting mode – to properly measure an object/target with the aid of a laser displacement sensor, you must reflect the light from the object to the receiver. Measurement systems that use a triangulation method for measurement, along with variable surface conditions of the object, have sensor heads that are installed at an angle so that light can be reflected and received in the proper manner. Opaque targets – both the sensor head and the target must be installed parallel to each other so that a portion of light hit the [...]
Important Terminology for Measurement System Selection
Important Terminology for Measurement System Selection Mounting conditions / Mounting mode – to properly measure an object/target with the aid of a laser displacement sensor, you must reflect the light from the object to the receiver. Measurement systems that use a triangulation method for measurement, along with variable surface conditions of the object, have sensor heads that are installed at an angle so that light can be reflected and received in the proper manner. Opaque targets – both the sensor head and the target must be installed parallel to each other so that a portion of light hit the [...]
Enclosure Ratings
Enclosure Ratings When it comes to an enclosure rating a good standard rating system needs to be utilized to define the types of environments in which certain kinds of enclosures cane be used (such as electrical). A rating system also identifies whether a fixed enclosure can stand up to certain environmental conditions. Users as well as manufacturers benefit when quality standards are in place. Overall communication, economics, and safety are improved between the seller and the buyer. Below we will be looking at the National Electrical Manufacturers Association’s (NEMA) rating scale for enclosures. NEMA defines the standards used in [...]
Contact vs Non-Contact Measurements
Contact vs Non-Contact Measurements Contact Sensors: Linear displacement sensors measure the distance between two points or two plane surfaces. Contact gauges imply that the sensor must touch the surfaces. Such sensors could be a LVDT (linear variable differential transformer), string pot gauge (Fig. 1), glass scale gauge, sliding scale, and more. These gauges provide a continuous output of the distance being measured, such as a voltage proportional to the distance, or digital indication in engineering units such as inches or meters. Proximity sensors can be linear but typically are just a switched output indicating when a fixed distance is reached. A [...]
Calibration
Calibration Calibration in measurement technology is the evaluation of measurement values that is delivered by a device that can deliver a calibration standard of known accuracy. Think of this standard as another measurement device of known accuracy. This device would generate the quantity that would be measured, such as voltage. The outcome of the comparison can result in three possible outcomes: no significant error is noted on the device that is being tested, a significant error was noted but no adjustments were made, or an adjustment was made to correct the error to an acceptable level. BIPM The International [...]