COMET L3D 8M – The new dimension of efficient 3D data acquisition from Steinbichler Optotechnik

By Niraj M Wanikar, Chief Editor, CNCTimes.com, 2014-05-10 10:56:03

Steinbichler Optotechnik GmbH, the worldwide leading supplier of optical measuring and sensor technolo-gy presents the new 8 Megapixel Sensor COMET L3D 8M. In the development of this device Steinbichler made use of the continuously improved one-camera technology as well as the experience gained through the premium product range COMET 5. In comparison to competing systems on the market, the COMET L3D 8M offers detailed results in the premium segment and remains true to the COMET L3D series in terms of pricing, resulting in an unbeatable price-performance ratio.

The package consisting of the COMET L3D 8M and the COMETplus software offers all the necessary functions for easy and efficient work processes.The COMETplus software and the integrated correction models enables the COMET L3D 8M to render impressive data quality and density. "Single and multi-axis rotary tables are available as accessories, which enable fully automated measurements in connection with the COMETplus software and therefore also a very comfortable entry-level solution in automated optical measurement technology. The new STEINBICHLER COMET L3D 8M is particularly convincing with its high degree of detail, providing high resolution structures even for larger measurement fields", adds Her-bert Daxauer, Product Manager 3D Digitalisation at Steinbichler Optotechnik GmbH.

The particularly compact and efficient COMET L3D 8M opens up a new dimension of efficient 3D data acquisition with its innovative LED lighting technology. The ultra-portable device does this even more easi-ly, faster and more precisely. Therefore, and as it is economic, the 3D sensor presents an ideal entry-level solution for users who would like to use the wide range of optic measuring technologies without compro-mising on technology, service and data quality. Yet the COMET L3D 8M is also ideal for challenging appli-cations, such as quality control. The robust construction and the dust-proof optical components allow the device to be used under industrial conditions. Furthermore, the extremely compact dimensions and the low weight mean the user can use conventional accessories such as a camera tripod to position the sen-sor. As already known from COMET L3D, the transport and commissioning of the complete system re-quire minimum effort. The particularly easy handling and usability of the system offer the user the greatest possible flexibility as well as maximum efficiency when handling any measuring work.

The BLUE-LED technology of the COMET L3D 8M sensor provides for extremely fast recording of up to 8M measuring points. In the case of components with many features, this procedure is far faster than measuring using conventional, tactile systems. The contact-less measuring principle of the COMET L3D 8M impressively showcases its advantages, particularly when measuring delicate objects (e.g. made from plastic or foam material), which is very difficult to do with tactile sensors and conventional measuring ma-chines. The low working distance also ensures problem-free work, even in confined spaces The sensor housing of the COMET L3D has the tried and tested single camera technology from Steinbichler. The in-telligent software concept also provides for the combination with photogrammetric measuring procedures to digitalise large objects.

Besides quality control and inspection, particularly of small and medium-sized plastic and metal parts, the 3D sensor has various other demanding areas of application: actual/target comparison of measuring data for the CAD data record, tool and mould manufacture, tool reconstruction, scanned data to generate mill-ing paths, recording of actual data after tool release, the design field, when scanning design models for CAD further processing and documentation, rapid manufacturing, when recording 3D data for rapid proto-typing procedures, reverse engineering and 3D scanning as well as when recording historical art objects, for example for archaeology, etc.

Steinbichler Optotechnik GmbH of Neubeuern stands for many years of competence in high-precision optical measur-ing and sensor technology as well as for efficient hardware and software solutions predominantly for the automobile, aviation and tyre industry. Founded in 1987, the international company now employs 150 members of staff and, in addition to a global dealer network, also has sales subsidiaries in the USA, Brazil, China, India and Portugal. Steinbichler Optotechnik's customer references include Airbus, Audi, BMW, Boeing, Daimler, EADS, Siemens, Sony and Thyssen. Please visit our website for further information: http://www.steinbichler.in 

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Steinbichler Vision Systems Pvt Ltd, # 68,Chinnappa Garden Link Road, Nandidurga Road, Jayamahal Extension, Bangalore -560046.
Main: +91 80 - 40909839; Fax: ++91 80 – 40909842; email: rm@steinbichler.in ; Web: http://www.steinbichler.in

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