Hawk Family

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Hawk Family

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Certification and Quality Management
Vision Engineering Ltd is certified under the ISO 9001:2008 quality management system, ensuring high standards in manufacturing processes.
Product Overview
The Hawk family of non-contact measuring microscopes is designed for precision measurement and inspection of 3D parts, featuring the patented Dynascope™ viewing head for superior image clarity.
Key Features
  • High repeatable accuracy with 3-axis non-contact measurements.
  • Patented optical image technology for clear edge definition, offering superb resolution and contrast.
  • Optional video edge detection for higher throughput measurements.
  • Wide range of system configurations, including fully automated CNC control.
Hawk Elite
An optical measurement system ideal for measuring difficult-to-view parts, providing high-resolution, high-contrast images for accurate measurements.
Hawk Duo
Integrates optical and video measuring technologies, allowing seamless switching between optical and video measurements for flexibility.
Technology and Ergonomics
Dynascope™ technology eliminates the need for conventional microscope eyepieces, enhancing image quality and measurement accuracy.
Applications
Used globally for non-contact measurement applications in industries such as plastics, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, and military components.
Measurement Systems and Software
Offers modular construction for customization, featuring advanced measurement software with multi-touch capabilities to simplify processes and reduce errors.
Precision Measuring Stages
High precision measuring stages are available, manufactured to high tolerances with factory-set NLEC calibration.
Conclusion
Vision Engineering’s Hawk systems provide high accuracy and flexibility for precision measurement applications, supported by advanced technology and ergonomic design.
Specifications
Hawk systems offer macro and micro objective lenses with magnification options from 10x to 1000x, LED ringlight and episcopic illumination, and high-resolution CCD video cameras for image capture.
Software
The M3 measurement software supports multi-touch control, geometric measurement tools, and CAD file import. The IK 5300 software offers advanced features for complex measurement tasks.
Calibration and Support
Ensures high accuracy with Non-Linear Error Correction (NLEC) and provides international traceability to National Measurement Standards, with worldwide training and support.
Quality Assurance
ISO 9001:2008 certified, ensuring compliance with quality management standards, with comprehensive user training and application development support.
Company Profile
Founded in 1958, Vision Engineering is known for innovative optical technology and ergonomic design, holding patents for optical techniques.
Contact Information
Offices in Europe, Asia, North America, and other regions, providing local support and information through their website and contact emails.
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Non-Contact Measuring Microscopes For precision measurement and inspection of 3-dimensional parts § § certified for the quality management system ISO 9001:2008. Patented optical image clearly defines edges, offering superb resolution and contrast High repeatable accuracy 3-axis non-contact measurements Optional video edge detection for higher throughput measurements Wide range of system configurations and options, including fully automated CNC control

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The Hawk family of precision non-contact measurement systems The Hawk family of non-contact measurement systems have been designed for companies who demand the highest levels of manufacturing quality, providing high accuracy, repeatable measurement of complex components of all materials, especially difficult-to-view samples, such as black, or transparent plastics. OneHawk family The Hawk family comprises of a wide range of systems, individually tailored for specific measurement applications. All Hawk systems feature Vision Engineering’s patented Dynascope™ viewing head, providing unrivalled image...

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easy to use and flexible enough to capability allows me to capture a data file for every component we which component traceability. Twomain variants Hawk Elite = Optical measurement When your quality is essential. Hawk Elite’s success is to combine accuracy with simplicity. High resolution, high contrast images, software make accurate measurement easy, even on difficult-to-view samples, such as black, or transparent plastics, so you can have complete confidence in your results. The superb optical clarity also allows detailed visual Hawk Duo = Optical + Video measurement When ultimate quality...

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Manvs. Machine optical vs. video In the modern era of the computer, it is sometimes assumed that human capabilities cannot compete in a digital world. What can be forgotten is that computers, although capable of determine results. Hawk uses a microscope-resolution, pure optical image, together with the best known to man - the human brain. Combined together, this provides highly particularly for difficult-to view components or complex applications, ensuring that you can get accurate results, time after time.

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ConfigurationsSummary Modular construction Hawk Elite and Hawk Duo are modular systems, so you can build a tailored system specific for your application. Hawk Elite Optical measurement Video measurement Data processing Rugged microprocessor Requires touch-screen monitor for multi-touch use. Have a question about your application? Measurement choosing a measurement system, it is essential to consider the benefits of different measurement technologies. Why not get in touch and discuss your application with our metrology specialists? Option Option (for use with manual systems only) Manual Motorised...

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HAWK ELITE CNC control options available Hawk Elite = Optical measurement When your quality is essential Hawk Elite is a revolutionary high accuracy measuring microscope, designed to transform High accuracy, 3-axis (X, Y, Z) measurement of precision component parts Patented optical imaging clearly defines edges, making accurate measurement easy Highly configurable for individual applications inspection capabilities. For companies who demand the highest Employing Vision Engineering’s patented Dynascope™ optical levels of manufacturing quality, Hawk Elite viewing head, Hawk Elite provides simple,...

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Hawk Elite’s success is in the simplicity. In order to take Customers around the world use Hawk systems for a wide accurate measurements, you need high contrast, high range of non-contact measurement applications, including: resolution images and an accurate measuring stage. Microscope-resolution images are viewed through Vision Engineering’s patented Dynascope™ optical viewing head, providing unrivalled image clarity, so you can see what you want to measure. See it – Measure it ... Small, intricate parts, even difficult-to-view samples, such as black plastics, white, or transparent subjects...

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CNC control options available Hawk Duo = Optical + Video measurement When ultimate quality and flexibility is required. Two measurement systems in one! Hawk Duo combines both optical and video - View and measure challenging components through the patented ‘eyepieceless’ microscope. measuring technologies in a single system, - Seamlessly switch to video measurement for routine component features. so whatever component you are measuring, you can be sure you have the best tools for the job. Whether you need to make routine, or Ultimate flexibility with combined optical and video measurement technologies...

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Why optical and video measurements? ‘Duo’ optical and video measurement technologies provide the best of both worlds, so whatever component you are measuring, you can be sure you have the best tools for the job, in a single system, without any hold-ups. In order to take an accurate measurement, you need to clearly identify the edge of the feature being measured. Hawk Duo incorporates a patented eyepieceless measuring microscope, providing high contrast, microscope-resolution image of your components. Complex, or difficult-to-view features can be viewed in intricate detail, ensuring you can take...

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System options Modular in design, all Hawk systems are individually tailored around your specific application requirements. Precision measuring stages A range of high precision measuring stages are available, all manufactured to the highest tolerances, with factory-set NLEC calibration. (See Technical Specifications for full details) 150mm x 150mm, manual stage 200mm x 150mm, manual or motorised operation 250mm x 150mm, manual stage 300mm x 225mm, manual stage 400mm x 300mm, manual stage Software & microprocessor options Industry-leading software and microprocessor options, for both shop-floor...

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Illumination Surface illumination Episcopic illumination Bright white, multi-point LED ringlight provides Projects light through the lens. Particularly useful uniform and shadow-free surface illumination for for viewing blind bores, deep surface features, or a wide range of applications.. for higher magnifications where the subject is flat, or reflective. Substage illumination Micro objectives require episcopic illumination. Provides a sharp edge profile, plus can be used to view through-holes in components, or highlight Combine both ringlight and episcopic illumination features in translucent...

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