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If you require intelligent, non-contact, fast and accurate measurements then the comprehensive range of laser triangulation displacement sensors from Micro-Epsilon will meet your needs. With a very small measuring spot and high stand off between sensor and target, almost any target surface can be measured with ranges from 2mm to 1m. Laser Triangulation Measuring Principle A laser diode projects a visible point of light onto the surface of the object being measured. The diffusely reflected light reflected from this point is then projected onto a CCD/CMOS array by a high quality optical lens system. The measurements are processed digitally in the integral controller and then converted into a scaled output via analogue (I/U) and digital interfaces such as RS232, RS422 or Ethernet and EtherCAT. This non-contact principle enables fast, wear-free measurements as the sensors are not subject to any physical contact with the target. The method does require a relatively clean optical path for the sensor to operate reliably. View video on laser triangulation measuring principle Laser Sensor Innovations Already a pioneer in the field of CCD sensors, Micro-Epsilon has continually raised the bar in industrial laser displacement measurement. The current optoNCDT range now offers an extensive range from simple, low cost entry level models (optoNCDT 1302, optoNCDT 1402), to mid range performance (optoNCDT 1700, optoNCDT 1610/1630) and highest precision (optoNCDT 2300). Additionally, application specific versions including blue laser spot for hot, glowing materials (optoNCDT 1700BL) and optoNCDT LL series for shiny metal and rough surfaces are available from the standard product range. Compact, with integrated electronics, the sensors are supplied with Micro-Epsilon's ILD software tools which can also be freely downloaded for easy set up and configuration of the sensor. The series can also be used with Micro-Epsilon's CSP2008 universal controller – a powerful, flexible programmable controller that enables the real time processing of up to six input and output signals from the company's laser and optical sensors. The sensors can be used in a variety of environments including production, R&D and test labs. Typical applications include; position control of virtually any target material, length, angle and thickness measurements; flatness control; checking dimensional accuracy of components; impact/drop/crash tests and vibration measurements. Read more – New 100kHz true analogue laser displacement sensors Micro-Epsilon's Laser Displacement Sensors Brochure For more information contact one of our Measurement Experts on 0151 355 6070 or visit micro-epsilon.co.uk