High performace 5-axis measurement
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RENISHAW. apply innovation™ High performance 5-axis measurement Fast scanning and discrete point measurement Elimination of measurement bottlenecks Unparalleled flexibility

5-axis measurement technology For more than 40 years, Renishaw has delivered innovations that have been milestones in industrial metrology, from the original touch-trigger probe and motorised indexing head to repeatable stylus changing and modular scanning systems. Renishaw’s 5-axis measurement technology represents the biggest step-change in measurement capability that we have ever introduced, resulting from the biggest research and development program that we have ever undertaken. What is 5-axis measurement? Based on advanced head, sensor and control technology, Renishaw’s 5-axis...

Increased throughput The ultimate scanning speed of a CMM is limited by machine dynamics, typically to between 80 and 150 mm/sec. However, long before we reach this limit, measurement accuracy falls away - often limiting the effective maximum measuring speed to between 10 and 20 mm/sec. How? Non-linear motion on a Cartesian CMM induces accelerations and decelerations that twist and deflect the machine structure, and these dynamic deflections result in measurement errors that increase with measurement speed and acceleration. To avoid dynamic deflections, Renishaw's 5-axis measurement...

Renishaw’s unique 5-axis measuring features Renishaw’s 5-axis measurement technology not only allows you to replicate your current measurement strategies faster than before, but also makes new ways of scanning possible. The 5-axis motion and infinite positioning capability of the REVO head enable blended scanning, seamlessly combining two different scanning techniques. Bores can be measured using touch points, circular scans or helical scans, whilst data on contoured surfaces and edges can be captured with a sweeping motion of the head. • Simultaneous motion control of 5 axes •...

REVO® – 5-axis multi-sensor scanning system REVO-2 dynamic scanning head REVO is a revolutionary measuring head and probe system from Renishaw. Every process and feature in a REVO system has been designed to enable users to achieve previously unobtainable levels of inspection throughput: The REVO-2 measuring head features spherical air bearing technology in each of its 2 axes, driven by brushless motors linked to high-resolution encoders to provide fast, ultra-high accuracy positioning. • 5-axis scanning of complex form; REVO’s ability to gather very large quantities of accurate inspection...

REVO® system probes RSP2 RSP2 is a dedicated lightweight tip-sensing probe for use on REVO systems, capable of 2D-scanning (x, y) and 3D-touch trigger measurement. The RSP2 has a universal body to which a number of different length stylus holders, with a maximum reach of 500 mm, can be fitted. The RSP2 works by using an enclosed laser that is directed onto a reflector at the stylus tip. As the stylus touches the part and bends, the reflector is displaced. The altered return path of the laser is then sensed and the exact tip position of the stylus is known because the reflector and stylus...

SFP2 surface finish probe Surface finish measurement has traditionally required the use of hand-held sensors or moving the part onto a dedicated measuring machine. The REVO SFP2 probe makes surface finish inspection an integral part of your CMM measurement, enabling automatic switching from dimensional to surface finish measurement. The SFP2 probe, part of the REVO system, offers numerous benefits: • SFP2 benefits from REVO’s infinite positioning and 5-axis movement, and features an integral motorised C-axis. • CMM programs can now include automated and operator-independent surface finish...

RSP3-6 RSP3-6 provides enhanced capability for accessing deep bores and inspecting features within large parts. The probe can carry a range of stylus holders for applications requiring straight and cranked extensions and can be used for both touch-trigger and 2D scanning measurement. Probe characteristics: • Reach - Available with straight extensions up to 800 mm from REVO-2's A-axis centre of rotation, and cranked extensions up to 600 mm. • Accuracy - Scanning accuracy; typically better than 10 pm form error (filtered) and 5 pm diameter error. Touch-trigger accuracy; typically better than...

5-axis measurement controller technology The motion controller is a vital factor governing the performance of any CMM. Renishaw’s UCC controllers provide the powerful platform for 5-axis measurement systems, bringing unprecedented flexibility and productivity to CMM users. The UCC is designed to meet the exacting demands of 5-axis scanning and the processing of 4,000 data points per second at speeds of up to 500 mm/sec. It also provides smooth, simultaneous motion of the CMM and head axes ensuring minimal dynamic deflection of the CMM structure for optimal metrology performance. Renishaw’s...

The 5-axis technology pioneered by Renishaw’s award-winning REVO is available for touch-trigger applications with dramatic impact on inspection timescales, costs, capability and flexibility on all sizes of CMM. Increased throughput PH20’s unique head touches allow measurement points to be taken by moving only the head rather than the CMM structure. Using only the rapid rotary motion of the head, points can be taken faster, and with improved accuracy and repeatability. Furthermore, 5-axis motion eliminates time spent indexing the head. Together, these speed increases typically result in a...

Improved touch-trigger metrology performance • Repeatability – mproved when ‘head touch’ method is used i • Accuracy – improved by using feature orientation based calibration and ‘head touches’ • Pre-travel variation – automatically compensated during the calibration • Module changing tip offset – automatically corrected following a module change. Available with your new CMM or as a retrofit to existing equipment • Compact design – suitable for a wide range of CMMs • Renishaw CMM controller – I++DME communication, wide selection of metrology software • Indexing head compatibility – no...