Starrett releases the AVR400, its largest measurement and inspection system
December 11, 2024
LS Starrett Co, a manufacturer of metrology systems, precision measuring tools and gages, based in Athol, Massachusetts, USA, has launched its new A4VR400 CNC Vision benchtop inspection system. The new model is the largest benchtop platform from Starrett, with stage travel twice the speed of earlier AVR models. The measurement envelope is 400 x 300 x 200 mm in the X-Y-Z axes, and operates at a speed of up to 120 mm/sec.
“We are very pleased to offer customers a new, faster vision system capable of measuring a broader range of larger part sizes, as well as providing the ability to put more parts on the stage at one time,” said Mark Arenal, General Manager, The LS Starrett Company – Metrology Division. “Users will reduce inspection and measurement time, while maintaining accuracy.”
The Starrett AVR400 offers full CNC capabilities including X-Y-Z positioning and comprehensive zoom and telecentric lens options. Users can choose between a motorised manual positioning via a pendant with a joystick and track ball, a traditional mouse and a touchscreen monitor. The machine is enabled through an M3 software package from MetLogix.
Auto part recognition enables the creation of a part measurement program that comprises the desired features of a part for inspection, which can automatically be saved in the system or to a network. Programmable light output options can be built into the program as defined steps, including being called up on opening the part measurement programme.
Once the programme is created, placing that part within the camera’s field-of-view allows for the saved programme to initiate and run the inspection. A Renishaw Touch Probe may also be utilised for the quick acquisition of discreet points along a part’s profile as well as Z-axis measurements.
For stability, the AVR400 features a granite base. A line of accessories is available including a modular system workstation on rolling caster wheels, allowing repositioning on the shop floor and in QC labs.
www.starrettmetrology.com
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