The new surfaceCONTROL 3D 3560 combines high-precision 3D measurement, processing and evaluation directly in the sensor. SMART data processing enables exceptionally fast execution of measurement programs while reducing system complexity and data volume at the same time.
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With the surfaceCONTROL 3D 3560, Micro-Epsilon offers a new generation of powerful 3D snapshot sensors for automated quality inspection. As an all-in-one solution, the sensor combines acquisition, processing and evaluation in a single device. High-resolution 3D data is processed directly in the sensor, and the determined measured values or evaluated results are output directly to the controller. This reduces system complexity, integration effort and the volume of data to be transmitted. At the same time, the integrated controller enables significantly faster processing and shortens the measurement time severalfold.
High Level of Detail for Demanding Inspection Tasks
With a single acquisition, the surfaceCONTROL 3D 3560 captures complete 3D data of the target. Thanks to a Z-axis repeatability of up to 0.25 µm and a lateral resolution of up to 8 µm, even the smallest structures and height differences are reliably detected. The resulting dense 3D point cloud enables precise evaluation of shape, geometry and surface characteristics. Four different measuring fields provide additional flexibility for a wide variety of component sizes and measurement tasks.
Direct Evaluation for Fast Automation Processes
A key advantage is the integrated evaluation. The measurement data does not first have to be transferred to an external computer, but can be evaluated directly in the sensor in terms of shape, geometry, surface or quality. Only the required measured values or already evaluated results are then transferred to the PLC or higher-level system. Interfaces such as PROFINET, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP and UDP are available for integration into automation environments. Alternatively, the 3D data can be integrated into compatible image processing systems via GenICam and GigE Vision.
Industrial-Grade for a Wide Range of 3D Measurement Tasks
The surfaceCONTROL 3D 3560 is suitable for numerous applications in industrial quality assurance, for example for inspecting the coplanarity of assembled printed circuit boards, inline inspection of thermal interface pastes or high-resolution 3D inspection of smartphone components. Thanks to its IP67 aluminum housing, ambient light resistance of up to 10,000 lux and high resistance to shock and vibration, the sensor is also designed for reliable use under industrial production conditions.