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Sensors & Applications Additive Manufacturing/ 3D Printing

Sensors & Applications Additive Manufacturing/ 3D Printing

Sensors & Applications Additive Manufacturing/ 3D Printing

Product catalog summary
Overview
This document provides an overview of high precision sensors and applications in additive manufacturing and 3D printing, focusing on position monitoring and quality assurance. It highlights various sensor systems from Micro-Epsilon designed for displacement, distance, and position measurements.
Capacitive and Eddy Current Sensors
  • capaNCDT 6200: A capacitive multi-channel measuring system for machine position monitoring, offering nanometer-level displacement and distance measurements with ranges from 0.05 to 10 mm. It is ideal for dynamic and long-term measurements.
  • eddyNCDT 3005: A miniature eddy current measuring system suitable for integration into machinery, providing non-contact measurements with ranges from 1 to 6 mm. It is highly accurate, pressure-resistant up to 2000 bar, and resistant to oil, dust, and dirt.
Applications in 3D Printing
  • Monitoring the Tilted Squeegee: Capacitive sensors (capaNCDT 6200) monitor the squeegee's position to ensure even powder bed distribution.
  • Building Platform Orientation: Eddy current sensors (eddyNCDT 3005) monitor the platform's position for precise alignment during selective laser sintering.
  • Print Head Distance Control: Laser displacement sensors (optoNCDT 1420) control print head positioning, ensuring high-speed and precise measurements.
  • Glue Bead Measurement: Laser sensors (optoNCDT 1420) inspect glue bead thickness post-soldering for circuit protection.
  • PCB Fine Positioning: Laser sensors (optoNCDT 1420) ensure precise print head positioning during PCB manufacturing.
Quality Monitoring and Inspection
  • scanCONTROL: A compact laser scanner with integrated controller, offering high profile frequency and Blue Laser Technology for precise surface measurements.
  • 3D Scanning for Laser Cladding: Laser scanners (scanCONTROL 2900) detect object contours before welding.
  • Coating Deposition Control: Laser scanners (scanCONTROL 2610) monitor weld deposition in coating processes.
  • CAD Comparison: Blue Laser scanners (scanCONTROL 3060BL) inspect printed components against CAD data.
  • Robot Path Calculation: Laser scanners (scanCONTROL 2700) determine welding areas for repair processes.
Conclusion
Sensors from Micro-Epsilon play a crucial role in enhancing product quality and process efficiency across various industries, including machine building and automated production lines. Their high precision and reliability make them essential for quality assurance, predictive maintenance, and automation.
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High precision position monitoring

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Monitoring the tilted squeegee Capacitive displacement sensors monitor the position of the squeegee. Two synchronized sensors measure with high resolution both ends of the squeegee to provide exact statements about its tilt angle. This is to ensure that the powder bed has been pulled off evenly. Sensor: capaNCDT 6200 eddyNCDT 3005 ■ Miniature eddy current measuring system, ideal for integration into plant and machinery ■ Non-contact displacement and distance measurements with measuring ranges from 1 to 6 mm ■ High accuracy and high frequency response ■ Pressure-resistant versions up to 2000 bar,...

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Glue bead measurement in dispensing systems After the reflow soldering process, glue is applied on some points to protect the circuit. The glue bead thickness is a critical factor that is reliably inspected using laser sensors. Sensor: optoNCDT 1420 High-resolution fine positioning when printing PCBs With printing, soldering and assembling processes of printed circuit boards, the exact height positioning of the print head is crucial for a flawless process. optoNCDT laser sensors enable precise positioning of the print head. Regardless of surface reflections, these sensors provide precise measurement...

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scanCONTROL ■ Compact laser scanner with integrated controller ■ High profile frequency for dynamic measurements ■ Synchronization enables multi-scanner applications ■ Various measuring ranges ■ Blue Laser Technology for high precision measurement of various surfaces

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Deposition control of coatings In coating processes based on laser cladding or laser deposition welding, laser scanners from Micro-Epsilon monitor the coating. Their high profile resolution enables reliable monitoring of the weld deposition. Sensor: scanCONTROL 2610 Robot path calculation in repair welding processes In order to calculate the robot path, scanCONTROL laser scanners determine the areas that need to be welded. Providing a high profile resolution and profile frequency, these laser scanners enable quick repairs. 3D scan prior to laser cladding / laser deposition welding Laser scanners...

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Sensors and Systems from Micro-Epsilon Sensors and measurement devices for non-contact temperature measurement Measuring and inspection systems for metal strips, plastics and rubber Optical micrometers and fiber optics, measuring and test amplifiers Color recognition sensors, LED analyzers and inline color spectrometers 3D measurement technology for dimensional testing and surface inspection More Precision Whether it is for quality assurance, predictive maintenance, process and machine monitoring, automation or R&D – sensors from Micro-Epsilon make a vital contribution to the improvement of products...

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