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True Color Measuring Systems colorSENSOR The colorSENSOR series from MICRO-EPSILON ELTROTEC True Color sensors from Micro-Epsilon ELTROTEC measure color values, intensities and functions on different surfaces. As a result, they are used in a variety of applications and stand for high productivity and cost reduction in manufacturing, automation and quality assurance. Powerful True Color controllers for highest accuracy Color sensors for large distances Robust fiber optic sensors for versatile fields of application Easy configuration via web interface

General information Measuring principle & fields of application Selection criteria Circular sensor Transmission sensor Reflex sensor (standard) High precision True Color sensor controller Color sensor for high offset distances Connection cables & Accessories Basics and selection criteria

Measuring principle & fields of application colorSENSOR Relative color measurement (= color inspection): The colorSENSOR measuring principle Relative color measurement is often referred to as color inspection. A In the field of color inspection, a measurement channel usually consists color sensor first detects the color of a reference pattern and then the of a sensor (also referred to as probe head or sensor head) and a color of the measuring object. The controller calculates the so-called controller (evaluation unit). The surface to be measured is illuminated color distance (ΔErel) from the...

Advantages and special features colorSENSOR High precision True Color measuring system The colorSENSOR CFO is a True Color controller for precise color recognition in industrial measurement tasks. The CFO series is distinguished by unmatched repeatability, state-of-the-art interfaces and intuitive operation. CFS sensors with integrated optical fibers which can be individually adapted for various measurement tasks, are connected to the controller. Intuitive operation via web interface A decisive advantage of the colorSENSOR CFO controller is its easy operation. The integrated, intuitive web interface...

SeriesCFS1-Vxx Special features Standard sensor ■ For high-gloss surfaces, diffuse reflection without gloss ■ Ideally suited for solid colors, anti-reflective coating or chrome colors ■ Max. working distance of 125 mm (with reflecting surfaces) ■ Very precise positioning of the detection point CFS2-Mxx CFS3-Axx / CFS3-Cxx Circular sensor ■ For structured and metallic-effect surfaces ■ Ideally suited for textile, paper, metallic paint, metallic nail polish, sand, granulate or masterbatch ■ Homogeneous illumination of the measuring point ■ Max. working distance of 100 mm (with reflecting surfaces)...

Special features ■ Universal True Color sensor controller ■ Measuring rate max. 10 kHz (up to 2,500 parts per second with asynchronous measurement) ■ Color memory for 256 colors in 6 color groups ■ Operation via keys or web interface ■ High light output > 130 lm ■ Color control of self-luminous objects also possible ■ 3 switching outputs (digital I/O); 8 switching outputs (binary) ■ High precision True Color sensor controller ■ Measuring rate max. 30 kHz (up to 7,500 parts per second with asynchronous measurement) ■ Color memory for 320 colors in 254 color groups ■ Operation via keys or web interface...

Applications colorSENSOR Painted car body components Comparing colors of parking sensor and car body Color inspection on front spoilers Car attachments such as parking sensors are painted separately. Before installing front aprons, Micro-Epsilon color sensors check if However, the colors of the parts must be identical during assembly. the color of the attachment matches the body color. Different color For color assignment, the colorSENSOR CFO sensors are used groups can be defined to cover all coatings. which ensure a direct color comparison between the parking sensor and the rear bumper. Recommended...

Sorting of plastic components (connector colors) Distinction of shiny nuts Particularly with automated mounting, components must be sorted In modern machining centers, the automatic distinction of supplied according to their color. With its high measuring rate up to 30 kHz, parts is state of the art. To reliably distinguish shiny nuts made of the colorSENSOR CFO200 is used for sorting different plastic stainless steel and tin, color sensors are used. The measurement is components. Adjustable colors and tolerances enable high flexibility performed with a compact fiber optic sensor which can also...

■ Standard sensor for high-gloss surfaces With the standard sensor, the light emitted by the controller is sent laterally at an angle of 45° (depending on type) onto the surface of the part to be inspected. The diffuse back reflection (surface color) of the sample is detected by the sensor at 0° (parallel) to the surface and transmitted to the controller via an optical fiber. The sensors are available with different measuring angles and spot sizes. Further measuring geometries are optionally available (e.g., 40°x:0°; 18°x:0°; ...) The angular illumination of the CFS1 enables a punctual illumination...

The specified data apply to a white, diffuse reflecting surface (zenith white reference) 11 In combination with colorSENSOR CFO200 and a repeatability of AE <0.3 2) On titanium pearl mica from a distance of 30 mm 3) With potted connection cable also available with IP67 4) Valid for optimal working distance

Circular sensor for structured and metallic-effect surfaces colorSENSOR CFS2 For textiles, paper, metallic paint, sand, granulate, wood veneers or masterbatch For structured and metallic-effect surfaces Homogeneous illumination of the measuring point Max. working distance of 100 mm (on strongly reflecting surfaces) Very precise positioning of the detection point With the circular sensor, the light emitted by the controller is sent as Measurement geometry an illuminated ring at an angle of 11° or 34° (depending on type) to the surface of the object to be tested. The diffuse back reflection (surface...