Metrology Fixtures Support Numerous Inspection Tasks

Renishaw has released a line of modular metrology fixtures for use on CMMs, Equator™ gauging systems, and multisensor inspection systems.

Sold in preconfigured kits, the fixturing system for vision applications supports numerous inspection tasks, regardless of part size, shape, and material. A comprehensive range of microcomponents is available for very small parts, and clamps with soft tips are recommended for delicate workpieces.

New features for vision and multisensor machine applications include Quick Load Corners (QLCs) and Interchangeable Vision Fixtures (IVFs). QLCs have built-in magnets so that the company’s acrylic plates can snap into a repeatable position and can be loaded/unloaded quickly and easily. Steel pins are pressed into the sides of the acrylic plates to correspond with the magnets in the QLC. The edges of the QLC are serrated so that parts can be mounted and fixed directly against them using the company’s M4 and M6 fixturing components.

IVFs are custom-designed to enable fast and repeatable plate loading for larger vision and multisensor machines. Multiple plate setups are possible on a single machine bed to improve inspection process throughput and efficiency.

Fixtures for CMM and Equator gauges are also sold in preconfigured kits typically consisting of one base plate and a comprehensive selection of components. All kits include a component tray for organizing and storing the parts. Additional components can be purchased to increase the system’s flexibility.