Versatile scanning without the hassle

For over a decade, Nikon Metrology pioneered laser scanning and gradually sharpened the capabilities of this non-contact measuring technology. Nikon's optics with innovative 3D laser scanning technology resulted in the new, Nikon scanner. The digital laser scanner LC15Dx provides significant benefits for a wide variety of high-precision parts and geometry, including small details, semi-rigid parts and the more demanding materials.

A greater range and mix of surface materials, finishes, colours and transitions can be measured more efficiently without user interaction, manual tuning and part spraying. Nikon Metrology's unique third generation Enhanced Scanner Performance (ESP3) technology maintains accuracy, speed and data quality by intelligently adapting the laser settings for each measured point in real-time. An advanced software filter neutralises unwanted reflections while a high-grade daylight filter absorbs changes in ambient light. The LC15Dx digital laser scanner brings laser scanning in the accuracy range of tactile inspection. It is a viable alternative to a tactile probe for an increasing number of high precision CMM applications, including moulds, small turbine blades, medical devices and other complex geometry.

Closing the gap with tactile probe accuracy
Following an intense R&D phase involving engineering from Nikon Japan, the LC15Dx is the first CMM laser scanner to benefit from a high quality Nikon lens and receive the Nikon branding. "The LC15Dx is a significant breakthrough product, our customers can now realise the measurement possibilities and productivity gains they have been asking for. Kenji Yoshikawa, Chairman and CEO of Nikon Metrology states, "this further bolsters our position as industry innovator and market lead for metrology grade laser scanners."

LC15Dx accuracy comes close to the accuracy expected when using a CMM and tactile probe. Thanks to new solid state laser scanner technology, an innovative calibration method and high quality Nikon lens, the LC15Dx achieves a probing accuracy of 2.5μm (0.0001in) and a multi-stylus test accuracy of 6μm (0.00024in) in tests comparable to EN/10360-2 and -5. A unique thermal stabiliser inside the scanner body eliminates the uncertainty and delay caused when scanning before it reaches operating temperature. Probe tip compensation errors are also eliminated by using non-contact triangulation between the laser source, work piece and CCD sensor to measure the surface of the work piece directly.

Versatile scanning without the hassle
The LC15Dx provides significant benefits for a wide variety of high precision parts and geometry, including small details, semi-rigid parts and the more demanding materials. A greater range and mix of surface materials, finishes, colors and transitions can be measured more efficiently without user interaction, manual tuning and part spraying. Nikon Metrology's unique ESP3 technology maintains accuracy, speed and data quality by intelligently adapting the laser settings for each measured point in real-time. An advanced software filter neutralises unwanted reflections while a high-grade daylight filter absorbs changes in ambient light.

Better quality
Manufacturers gain a full appreciation of the dimensional quality of their products without compromising on cycle times. As the LC15Dx passes over the work piece, a laser line is projected onto the surface. The line measures 70,000 points per second at intervals of 22μm (0.0008in). As the entire part is checked to the design intent CAD model, any areas of concern are immediately highlighted using colour mapping. Further investigation and analysis is possible using fly-outs, sections and a library of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

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