Assembly and error-proofing applications can be costly if not done correctly. Solutions for these applications range from single point lasers to complex camera systems requiring appropriate lighting.
By projecting a straight laser line, the pmd Profiler determines the height profile of objects it inspects. It compares the height profile with the reference taught profile and helps you identify non-conforming parts in real time and reject them earlier in the manufacturing process.
At its simplest, the profiler is a point-and-shoot device that provides highly accurate pass/fail information. It is immune to extraneous light, so anyone can get up and running quickly with no prior experience.
The pmd Profiler reaches a whole new dimension in error control. Camera systems can be sensitive to external light and 1D distance sensors require precise positioning making alignment challenging. The pmd Profiler is unaffected by external light and it reliably inspects objects even at varying distances.
Transmit additional information such as reject rate or match value to your higher level plant network for trending and process optimazation.
Application | Camera system | 1D distance sensor | pmd Profiler | |
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Sort by colors | ||||
Sort by height | ||||
Difficult ambient light | ||||
Complex setup | ||||
Shiny objects | ||||
Variable alignment | ||||
Contained object | ||||
Uncontained object | ||||
Dynamic application | ||||
Contour detection | ||||
Precision |