Micro-Epsilon extends 3D snapshot sensor range with even more affordable high performance version

The surfaceCONTROL 3D 3200 is a 3D snapshot sensor with a compact design and resolution from 1.5µm in the Z-axis. Repeatability is up to 0.6µm, while a data processing speed of up to 2.2 million 3D points per second enables the sensor to increase productivity in the respective application.

With what it describes as an attractive price-performance ratio, Micro-Epsilon says the surfaceCONTROL 3200 is suitable for an even wider range of applications, including: surface defect detection; flatness inspection of circuit boards; planarity inspection of unpopulated PCB substrates; completeness check of electronic components on fitted PCBs; 3D measurement of high precision mechanical parts; width, tilt angle and position measurement of rivets; detection and evaluation of breaks on clutch discs; 3D text recognition of embossments that cannot be solved using 2D image processing due to lack of contrast; inspection of height and thickness of adhesive beading on smartphone shells; and determination of shape deviation defects on injection moulded parts.

The surfaceCONTROL 3D 3200 is available in two models, each offering a different measuring area and depth of field. Both models are fully integrated industrial sensors that are protected to IP67 with passive cooling (active cooling is available for higher operating temperatures).