Portable Coordinate Measuring Machine for High-End 3D Measurement

In Booth E-5202, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence (North Kingstown, RI) will display their new, top-of-the-line ROMER Absolute Arm 77 Series portable coordinate measuring machine (PCMM), the most accurate ROMER Absolute Arm to date. The 77 series arm is designed to provide absolute accuracy for high-end 3D measurement applications. This advanced PCMM achieves nearly a 20 percent improvement in scanning accuracy and a 15 percent improvement in touch-probe measurement accuracy over the popular 75 Series. It is available in five sizes, from 2.5 m to 4.5 m measuring volumes.

The 77 series arm combines its high precision measurement advances with the proven technology of the ROMER Absolute Arm – the only PCMM in the industry that can be switched on and used immediately without warm-up or referencing – while retaining the arm’s user-friendly nature. Probe changes can also be made without recalibration to maximize flexibility on the job. Acoustic and haptic operator feedback facilitate usage in harsh shop-floor environments. The standard, versatile 3000 N magnetic base offers mounting options for all kinds of applications and part sizes.

“The 77 Series takes accuracy performance to a new level for dimensional control applications found in safety-critical industries, such as aerospace, defense, medical, and more,” said Zvonimir Kotnik, the business unit manager for portable products at Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence. “Users will gain speed and precision with confidence utilizing this new PCMM line developed with our signature sensing, thinking, acting approach to product design. Alongside the 73 and 75 Series arms, the 77 Series gives us a three-level product range, so it is easier than ever for our customers to choose the right PCMM for their specific application requirements.” Like the 73 and 75 Series arms, 77 Series arms are compatible with all Hexagon laser scanners, including the RS3 integrated scanner and the HP-L-20.8 and HP-L-8.9 external units. All ROMER Absolute Arms are available in 6-axis and 7-axis configurations. The 6-axis models are ideal for touch-probe measurement, while the 7-axis design is well suited for high-speed laser scanning.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, 250 Circuit Drive, North Kingstown, RI 02852, 401-886-2000, www.hexagonmi.com.