ScanWorks Advantages:

PRINCIPLE
The ScanWorks® portable scanning system combines the ease-of-use of portable CMM arms with the sophistication of Perceptron's scanning technology. The ScanWorks® V4i sensor uses solid state, non-contact, laser based technology. Using triangulation, the scanner captures profiles generated by the intersection of a projected laser plane and the target topography. Users can easily control data collection through buttons on the portable CMM. For each profile, the arm position is used to translate the profile data into a common coordinate frame. Once translated, the profile is married with the other profiles to produce digital 3D part topography.

SPEED
A maximum of 768 points along the laser line at a rate of 30Hz provides the user with high-density scan data. This rate of up to 23040 points per second gives a minimum point to point resolution of 42µm.

FIELD OF VIEW
Having a maximum width and depth of field of 73mm and 109mm, respectively, enables users of the ScanWorks® V4i sensor to rapidly capture large, geometrically complex, areas.

RANGEFINDER
An audible tone which changes frequency depending on depth of field and a moving graphical output dynamically aid the user in finding the optimum scanning location with respect to the target surface.

DYNAMIC RANGE
The ScanWorks® V4i sensor’s class-leading dynamic range negates the need for harmful white powder sprays and paints. The addition of advanced software filters enables dynamic reflection removal and hardware filters make the sensor impervious to ambient light. The superior optical design gives the user the ability to measure almost any surface finish, including gloss black and chrome.

ACCURACY
Field calibration of the sensor is entirely independent of the hard probe. Within a few minutes, the user can precisely align the sensor to the PCMM co-ordinate frame without having to calibrate the hard probe first. Factory rectification of the V4i sensor ensures measurement accuracy of 24µm 2s throughout the entire field of view.

REAL-TIME INTEGRATIONS
Direct integration with RapidformXO and Delcam PowerINSPECT allow the user to scan within a familiar interface. Time consuming file management becomes a thing of the past because the data is captured real-time within your preferred reverse engineering or inspection suite.

USABILITY
The lightweight ergonomic design of the ScanWorks® V4i scanning solution makes easy work of even the most arduous measurement tasks. With the PCMM’s hard probe exposed, using a 7-axis PCMM configuration, at the flick of a switch, the user can alternate between non-contact and contact measurement. This feature can be extremely useful when setting up alignments or datum features. A combination of the small triangulation angle of 20°, large depth of field and extremely compact casing design mean collecting data in deep and narrow areas requires much less user interaction than with conventional scanning systems. The machined aluminium casing gives unparalleled sensor stability and durability in the PCMM-based scanner market, making the V4i sensor rugged enough for the most demanding tasks.

PORTABILITY
The ScanWorks® V4i sensor is transported in a wheeled flight case similar in size to a small suitcase. Along with the PCMM and laptop computer, the entire scanning solution easily fits into a family car. Magnetic mounts on the PCMM base ensure a robust setup in a manufacturing environment. When a magnetic surface is not on hand, a range of tripods is available at extra cost.

VERSATILITY
ScanWorks® V4i is suitable for numerous industries and applications, from the factory floor to inspection rooms and laboratories. Industries where ScanWorks® is delivering value and cost savings include: Aerospace, animation, automotive, consumer products, cultural heritage, forging, investment casting, mould & die, plastics, prototyping and stamping.

SUPPORT
Perceptron provides unparalleled service and support to our scanning solution users. With both ISO9001 and QS9000TE certifications and through a network of qualified Value Added Resellers, Perceptron provides a combination of excellent large, medium and small enterprise support on a local level.

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