Optical Surface Metrology Delivers New Insights into Surface Structures and Processing for Medical Applications

The MarSurf CM series of Optical 3D surface metrology systems from Mahr Inc. (Providence, RI) use innovative confocal technology with high precision 16-bit HDR technology to deliver high resolution 3D surface topography data that enables new insights into surface structures and processing used in medical applications and more. Rugged construction, robust technology and results that conform to international standards ensure optimum results in a wide variety of applications. The technology allows for the physical acquisition of a true-height signal, as opposed to measuring height via pixel contrast, pattern projection, etc. Confocal technology can be used on any material from highly light scattering to highly reflective. Stable construction and a robust optical principle produce reliable results that can be used in laboratory or production environments. The entire process from data acquisition to creating reports with accurate and reproduceable data is streamlined and simple.

MarSurf CM systems provide micron and nanometer resolution surface finish and micro-geometry information, including 2D and 3D surface roughness, bearing area, flatness, depth, volume and much more. These measurement and data evaluation processes can be fully automated. From fiducial recognition, which automatically detects and corrects possible errors in sample positioning without user input, to automatic generation of Go No-Go reports, MarSurf CM systems deliver automation seamlessly as part of the standard package. Surface-finish and micro-geometry results are provided according to the current, relevant, ISO, EN and ASME standards for both 2D and 3D. “There is a growth in demand for optical measurement technology for medical applications and more due to its high measurement speed and accuracy,” said Pat Nugent, the vice president of product management at Mahr.

Mahr Inc., 1144 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02905, 401-784-3100, www.mahrexactly.com.