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THICKNESS, CONTOUR, AND FLATNESS: MEASUREMENT FOR BLANKING LINES
alpha.xi compact / Precision Laser Measurement System

 

Measurement System for blanking lines

 

Laser-based Thickness, Contour, and Flatness Measurement Optimized for Automotive Blanking Applications

Ensure precise quality control of automotive blanks with advanced laser-based thickness, contour, and flatness measurement. The alpha.xi compact system accurately verifies material dimensions against DXF drawings, helping manufacturers meet stringent industry standards.

Key Features of alpha.xi compact:

  • Accurate Thickness Measurement – Single-track measurement, expandable up to six parallel tracks for enhanced coverage.
  • Contour & Flatness Inspection – Real-time visualization of measurement data for precise quality assessment.
  • Reliable Performance – Designed for seamless integration into blanking lines, optimizing process efficiency and reducing material waste.

 

Measurement of automotive blanks checked against DXF drawing

Vertical - Thickness Measurement with one track; expandable up to six tracks in parallel
Horizontal - Contour and Flatness Measurement

 

Display of Measurement Results for Thickness, Contour, and Flatness

Display of measurement results

 

Standard System Configuration

  • Compact portal system with built-in measuring technology
  • Automatic monitoring using MSA Method 1
  • Control cabinet (2100 x 1200 x 800 mm) with IPC for data evaluation
  • Operator PC (desktop version with monitor, keyboard, and mouse)
  • 30-meter cable set (extendable up to 80 meters)
  • Safety interfaces for emergency stop and door monitoring
  • Standard communication protocols: Profinet, TCP/IP
  • Remote maintenance access via Ethernet
  • Graphical result visualization with 2D heatmap & 3D view
  • Storage capacity of 4 TB for measurement history and data management
  • Real-time display and storage of warnings and fault messages
Measurement Width up to 3200 mm
Measurement Length up to 5000 mm
Scan Speed max. 0.5 m/s
Material Width 50 mm to measurement width
Material Length 100 mm to measurement length
Material Thickness 0.5 mm to 250 mm (others on request)
Material Shape flat objects of any shape and any cutouts/holes
Material Type all non-transparent materials
Material Surface no restrictions, smooth or textured, reflective or matt
Material Temperature max. 80 °C
Measurement Resolution Height 5 μm
Measurement Resolution Width 10 μm
Measurement Resolution Length 5 μm
Measurement Accuracy Flatness +/- 0.05 mm (without flatness influence of the base)
Measurement Accuracy Width +/- 0.15 mm
Measurement Accuracy Length +/- 0.10 mm
Flatness Evaluation acc. to DIN EN ISO 12781; strip edge waviness acc. to DIN EN 10251; various other ruler evaluations
Measurement Principle laser triangulation (laser light-section sensors)
Laser Class 2 (no laser safety officer)
Laser Wavelength 660 nm (red)
Laser Life Time (MTBF) 80000 h @ 20 °C

Interested in optimizing your blanking line measurement process?

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