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2D/3D Laser Profile Sensors
2D/3D Laser Profile Sensors Achieve precision and speed with MTI’s 2D/3D Laser Profile Sensors, ideal for real-time measurement of weld seams, adhesive beads, step heights, thickness, flatness, and alignment across curved or complex surfaces. Using advanced CMOS and laser triangulation technology, these profile sensors create detailed 2D profiles and accurate 3D models for quality control and process automation. Built for easy integration with PLCs and HMIs, ProTrak™ 2D/3D laser profile sensors feature plug-and-play setup, built-in displays, and SDKs for LabVIEW, C++, and .NET. With scan rates up to 6,000 Hz and resolution as fine as 2.5 microns, they [...]
Capacitance Displacement and Gap Measurement Probes
Capacitance Displacement and Gap Measurement Probes High resolution, low cost sensors to measure gap and displacement in industries such as semiconductor, electronics, R&D applications and many more. REQUEST A QUOTE For grounded targets MTI offers standard capacitance probes. For ungrounded or poorly grounded targets MTI offers push/pull dual sensor probes. Both types of probes are available in stainless steel construction or flat and flexible polyimide construction. Polyimide flat probes are perfect for gap applications or confined spaces. Learn more about our capacitance probes in these brochures: ACCUMEASURE Capacitance Probes for ACCUMEASURE D-series [...]
Fun and Educational Measurement Activities for Kids (Preschool to High School)
Fun and Educational Measurement Activities for Kids (Preschool to High School) Image Source: Pixabay Did you know we perform measurement activities every day without even realizing it? From measuring ingredients for a recipe to estimating the distance to a destination, measurement is part of everyday life. Teaching children how to measure helps develop critical thinking, math skills, and real-world problem-solving abilities. Understanding measurement early on lays the groundwork for future success in math and science. Concepts like length, weight, volume, and time aren't just academic—they’re practical skills children will use throughout their lives. Making [...]
Selecting a Displacement Sensor / Measuring System
Capacitive displacement sensors Capacitive displacement sensors are non-contact devices that are used for measurements at a high-resolution. It can also be used to check the position of any conductive object as well as measure the width or density of non-conductive materials. Capacitive displacement sensors have a large variety of uses including precision thickness measurements, assembly line testing, assembly metrology, and semiconductor processing. Capacitive displacement sensors can be found in manufacturing facilities all around the globe. There’s more to selecting the proper type of displacement sensor and measurement system than meets the eye. To select the appropriate type of device [...]
International System of Units (SI)
International System of Units (SI)
Target Material and Characteristics
Target Material and Characteristics Transparent/Opaque Targets There are a number of measurement systems that are capable of measuring a target that is opaque. When it comes to transparent targets, the measurement system being used must match the material of the target being measured. For example, if you’re attempting to measure plastic you should use a contact-type measurement system such as a micrometer. When performing a soft target measurement, such as film, a non-contact measurement system (such as a laser displacement sensor) should be utilized. Hard/Soft Targets Objects made out of hard material (such as a block of wood), would [...]
Tolerance and Measurement Accuracy
Tolerance in Measurement: Understanding the Concept Tolerance refers to the total allowable error within a manufactured item or measurement process. It is typically represented by the symbol +/-, indicating the range of acceptable deviation from the desired measurement. During the manufacturing process, it is almost inevitable that products can experience some form of damage or alteration. Various factors such as changes in temperature, humidity, or improper feedback from process control devices can lead to warping or distortion. Regardless of the cause, tolerance in measurement plays a crucial role in defining the acceptable error range during production. This error range is [...]
Measurement Errors
Measurement Errors: Definition, Types, Examples, Causes, and Prevention In any measurement process- whether in a physics lab, manufacturing line, or metrology test setup—differences between measured values and actual values are inevitable. These discrepancies are known as measurement errors, and understanding them is essential to improving accuracy, precision, and the reliability of results. Understanding these errors is essential for reliable decision-making in engineering, science, and manufacturing. What Is a Measurement Error? A measurement error is the difference between a measured value and the true value of the quantity being measured. These errors can arise from instrument limitations, human mistakes, environmental [...]
What is Measurement?
Measurement is about determining the quantifiable attributes of a target object. Examples of these attributes include: length weight distance thickness position capacity size The following sections explain more about what measurement is – and isn’t. Why is measurement misunderstood? Sometimes, people use the term “measure” instead of “calculate” or “quantify”. All these terms are related, but they’re not the same. For clarity’s sake, think of measurement as a single action that you perform with instrumentation. Collectively, “instrumentation” describes devices (i.e., instruments) that measure, indicate, and sometimes record values. Today, there are many different types of specialized measuring instruments. Bakers [...]