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DIGITAL MEASURING NETWORK
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DIGITAL MEASURING NETWORK

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Overview
The document provides a comprehensive overview of Solartron Metrology's Orbit® digital measuring network, emphasizing its integration of precision measurement solutions for industrial and laboratory applications. It highlights the system's ability to incorporate both contact and non-contact sensors into a cohesive network.
Orbit® Digital Measuring Network
The Orbit® system is designed for high precision and reliability, featuring robust mechanical design and electrical protection. It supports a wide range of sensors and interfaces, including USB, Ethernet, and wireless connections, facilitating seamless integration into existing systems.
Applications
Orbit® is versatile and suitable for applications such as part profiling, temperature monitoring, process monitoring, and automatic gauging. It is particularly beneficial in industries like electronics and bearing manufacturing, where precision and reliability are critical.
Product Specifications
The document details various probes and sensors, including Standard Gauge Probes, Block & Flexure Gauges, Non-contact Laser and Confocal Sensors, and Mini & Lever Probes, each designed for specific measurement needs.
Key Features
Orbit® offers high-speed data capture, robust data processing, and compatibility with software like Excel® and LabVIEW®. It supports both contact and non-contact measurement methods, providing flexibility for various industrial needs.
Recommendations
For optimal use, it is recommended to select sensors based on specific application needs, considering factors like environment, material, and measurement speed. Solartron provides support for custom solutions and integration into existing systems.
Conclusion
Solartron Metrology's Orbit® network offers a comprehensive solution for precision measurement, combining robust hardware with flexible software integration to meet modern industrial demands.
Technical Specifications and Features
The document outlines detailed specifications for various measurement transducers and probes, including contact and non-contact solutions. It covers technical aspects such as contact tip mounting, length extensions, and specific probe designs like Mini Probes and DL - Lever Probes.
Environmental and Material Considerations
Probes and gauges are made from durable materials like stainless steel and fluoroelastomer, ensuring longevity and reliability. Operating and storage temperature ranges are specified to ensure optimal performance.
Interface and Connectivity
The Orbit® Measurement Network is compatible with various interface options, including USB, Ethernet, and Bluetooth™, offering high reading rates and selectable bandwidths for precise data acquisition.
Applications
The document highlights typical applications such as checking camshaft bearings, phone glass measurement, and hip replacement checks, demonstrating the versatility of Solartron's measurement solutions.
Laser Measurement and Wireless Gauging
The document provides specifications for laser measurement systems and the WiGauge™ system, which offers wireless measurement capabilities. It includes details on sample rates, resolution, and the need for ND filters for high reflective surfaces.
Power Supplies and Accessories
Details on power supply options and accessories for the Orbit® system are provided, including specifications for AC and DC power supplies and various probe accessories.
Special Orbit® Modules and Interface Modules
Modules for integrating third-party sensors and instrumentation tasks are available, expanding the Orbit® system's capabilities. Interface modules and PLC gateways support various communication protocols and data rates.
Digital Readouts
Solartron offers a range of digital readouts for different applications, supporting multiple channels and providing features like data logging, RS232 connectivity, and programmable I/O.
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“Working with our customers and partners to provide complete precision linear measurement solutions” “配合客户和合作伙伴提供完整的精密 线性测量解决方案” “Travailler avec nos clients et partenaires pour fournir des solutions de mesures linéaires précises et complètes” “Zusammenarbeit mit Kunden und Partnern für die Bereitstellung präziser Messlösungen” “Lavoriamo con i nostri clienti e partner per fornire soluzioni di misura lineare complete ed accurate” “お客様へ高精度のリニア測定を実現す るためのソリューションを提供します。 ” “Trabalhando com nossos clientes e parceiros para fornecer soluções precisas em medição linear” “Сотрудничество с клиентами и...

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Orbit® Overview Page 4 - 5 Selecting a Sensor & Output Page 8 - 11 Standard Gauge Probes Page 12 - 13 Light Tip Force Probes Page 14 Compact Probes Page 15 Block & Flexure Gauges Page 18 - 19 Mini & Lever Probes Page 20 - 21 Non-contact Confocal Page 24 Non-contact Laser Page 28 Linear Encoder Page 32 Power Supply Modules & Accessories - Page 33 Special Input Modules Page 34 Interface Modules Page 36 - 37 Probe Tips Page 40 - 41

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Strain Gauge Analogue Input Encoder Input Digital Digimatic Input / Output Input Ethernet Interface Wireless Interface DIGITAL MEASURING NETWORK Displacement Transducer Orbit® Confocal Laser Triangulation DP with in Line Connector TEMPERATURE Logic IO POSITION CONTACT ENCODERS DIGITAL PRECISION MECHANICAL ENGINEERING LASERS ANALOGUE GAUGING DISTANCE DISPLACEMENT CURRENT STRAIN

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Block Gauge Mini Probe Higher performance does not mean higher costs. Quality standards in industry and research are becoming tighter, while demands for cost savings continue to increase. Orbit® provides the way forward for all precision measurement or positioning needs, whether on the production line or in the laboratory. DUSM Single Leaf Flexure Lever Probe Linear Encoder Digital Gauging Probe (DP) Ultra Feather Touch Feather Touch Orbit® provides a complete solution for integrating different measurement position and control sensors smoothly and simply into network solutions. The Orbit® system...

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Orbit® Applications Want to know a part’s profile? Combine Measuring Transducers with Rotary Encoders using the Encoder Interface Module to perform part profiling. Combine this with the high speed synchronised data capture modes of the Orbit® Measurement Network (Dynamic Modes) and you have full profile for products like Cam Shafts or indeed any product where the profile is of importance. Scared of damaging the part? Check the part weight The low tip force options of contact transducers can solve your problems, or consider our non-contact products. Use Analogue Input Module in conjunction with...

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Orbit® Applications Connect and synchronise up to 150 Contact, Non-contact or 3rd party sensors per network. Checking of crank shaft using encoders, contact probes and non-contact lasers. Angles and Flatness The precision measurement of angles requires high resolution + excellent linearity and repeatability. Automatic Gauging Automatic gauging on-line or post-process is made possible with pneumatic probes and mechanical Interfaces. Bearing Industry Post process gauging or the grading of bearing components are among the most demanding of all post process gauging applications. Both Flexures and...

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Select a Sensor for the Orbit® Network Choose from a full array of linear measurement sensors, each with their own application advantages Digital Probes and Transducers ► Accurate ► Repeatable ► Robust ► Small size ► Low tip force ► Long life ► Displaces light, dirt and oil ► Absolute measurement ► Works on all surfaces ► Best cost vs performance ► Can be used in most environments ► Very wide range of products Specialised Sensors ► Sensors for hard to reach areas, such as bores or gaps ► Multiple ranges and sizes ► Excellent resolution and repeatability ► Robust designs “Feather Touch” Probes...

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Chromatic Confocal ► Compact 8 mm diameter sensor ► Excellent on shiny surfaces ► Excellent on clear materials ► Clear Material Thickness measurement with one sensor ► Small measurement spot size ► No beam interference between adjacent sensors Laser Triangulation ► Auto Gain Circuitry ► Long measurement range ► Up to 40 kHz sample rate ► Excellent on dull / rougher surfaces ► Large visible spot size ► Excellent for dynamic / scanning applications Position Control and Displacement Measurement Solartron offers full ranges of displacement sensors for industrial position, laboratory and test environments....

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Orbit® Using the Digital Measuring Network The Orbit® Measuring Network is a modular system that can be put together quickly, easily and cost effectively allowing many different types of sensors, not just linear probes, to be simply interfaced. Key elements of the network are the software drivers and library giving the network vast scope for high speed data capture and process. Go straight into a spreadsheet Install the Orbit® Support Pack for Windows® Install the Orbit® Support Pack for Windows® Use Orbit® Measure Lite Display the transducer readings, log data to a file Read data from Orbit®...

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Connect Orbit® to SPC, Excel®, or build your own program with the Orbit® Support Pack. Use our PLC interface modules or Readouts for a stand alone system. Create your own PC Program or connect to existing software 9 Install the Orbit® for Windows® Support Pack Use the simple proven Orbit® Library commands to get data from the Orbit® Network. For high speed synchronised data capture use the high speed measurement modes like Dynamic and Readburst. Use a PLC =0= Protocol Modules for standard PLCs (Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP) —Q— Simple PC based configuration tools for easy set up Stand Alone...

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Orbit® - A universal truth Data is only of value when it is processed from a reliable source Machined from solid, hardened stainless steel Titanium core carrier, inert and able to withstand lateral shock Tight tolerance bearing with carbon/ chrome balls providing good repeatability with long life All standard transducer cables feature a polyurethane sheath with a foil screen layer for excellent electrical screening. The cable is very flexible Internal screen to protect from magnetic fields Unerring data collection Strong, and lightweight body with internal electrical screening PIE (Probe Interface...

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