HB400

HB400

HB400

Product catalog summary
Overview
Starrett optical comparators offer a reliable and cost-effective solution for non-contact measurement. They project an image of a part onto a screen at a known magnification, allowing for precise measurements or comparisons with overlays. These devices combine mechanical stability with precision optics and versatile lighting, providing bright, sharp images and exceptional accuracy.

Specifications
The HB400 model features a 16" diameter screen, dual mirror design for vertically erect images, and a 21.3"x5.1" stage surface. It offers 12"x6" XY stage travel, 2" focus travel, and a 110lb load capacity. The system includes a bayonet lens socket for quick magnification changes and Heidenhain glass scales for 0.00002" resolution. Illumination is provided by 250W quartz halogen surface lighting and 150W profile lighting.

Options
Available options include projection lenses ranging from 5X to 100X, fiber-optic edge detection, and video edge detection via the OV2 Video Adapter. Users can choose between manual, motorized, or CNC stage motion control, and various digital readouts or PCs with MetLogix software.

Video Edge Detection
The HB400 can be upgraded to a vision metrology system with the Starrett OV2 Optical Video Adapter, enhancing system flexibility.

Software and Digital Readouts
MetLogix M2 and M3 software provide 2D geometry capabilities, CAD file import/export, and support for optical and video edge detection. Quadra-Chek digital readouts offer additional features like CNC control and touch-screen operation.

Accessories
Starrett offers a range of accessories, including precision centers, rotary vises, and magnification check gradules, all manufactured to high quality standards.

Lens Selection Guide
The guide provides details on magnification options, field of view, and working distances, ensuring users can select the appropriate lens for their needs.
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Catalog excerpts

HB400-3

Starrett Optical Comparators Rugged, Accura te & easy to use Starrett optical comparators provide a time-tested, cost-effective solution for non-contact measurement. In this easy-to-learn technology, the image of a part is projected on a screen at a precisely known magnification. Measurements can then be taken off the image by moving the system’s X-Y stage, or the image can simply be compared to a transparent overlay. Our optical comparators combine mechanical stability with precision optics and versatile lighting to produce bright, sharp images and exceptional accuracy. We offer models in different...

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HB400-4

Horizontal Benchtop Optical Projector The Starrett HB400 horizontal optical comparator provides exceptional performance with a fully-usable 16" diameter viewing screen, a 21"x5" workstage, 12"x6" of stage travel, and high 110lb workload capacity. Linear glass scales provide 0.00002" (0.5pm) of resolution. A bayonet lens socket accepts a choice of seven lenses or an Ov2 Video Adapter for video edge detection (VED). Optional optical edge detection removes operator subjectivity in locating edges. Video Edge Detection The HB400 can be converted from optical comparator to vision metrology system operation...

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HB400-5

HB400 MetLogix M2 Software on tablet PC with, color touch-screen (10"), 2D geometry software for point, line, circle, distance, angle and skew. Windows® 7 operating system and Wi-Fi network connectivity for import/export of CAD files and data. Supports optical edge detection and CNC control. MetLogix M3 on an all-in-one PC. All features of the M2 tablet, but with a larger 21.5" touch-screen. Supports both optical edge detection and video edge detection. Quadra-Chek QC221/ND1203 Digital Readout. Monochrome LCD screen (5.7"), sealed metal housing, 2D geometry software. Supports optical edge detection....

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HB400-6

HB4DD Optics The HB400 is available with a choice of seven projection lenses and the Starrett OV2 Optical Video Adapter, a video camera which can be installed in place of a projection lens to provide video edge detection (VED). All lens assemblies and the OV2 are mounted by a bayonet fitting, which allows quick changeover between magnifications or between optical projector and VED operation. Field Of View Terminology Accessories Starrett manufactures a comprehensive range of fixtures and accessories for our line of optical comparators. Each accessory is made from the highest material and is machined,...

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