HELIO-SCOPE

The Helio-Scope from Mahr is a universal optical measuring system designed to facilitate precision control of complex turned parts. Operating both in the lab and on the shop floor, Helio-Scope allows the measurement of many characteristics on turned parts in seconds and without contact. A fully-automatic measuring sequence eliminates operator influence from measurement results, and a graphic interface simplifies instrument use.

The Mahr Helio-Scope can measure parts up to 750mm in length, 120mm in diameter and up to 30kg in weight. The system incorporates a telecentric precision optical system with a high resolution CCD camera and can resolve lengths and diameters up to 0.0001%.

Operation of the Mahr Helio-Scope is via an automatic sequence, which is controlled through an easy- to-use graphical interface. The part is mounted vertically between centers or special fixtures, and once measurement is initiated, a CCD camera located on a measuring carriage scans the part, acquiring millions of points every second. Results are displayed on the screen within seconds and can be stored or printed out. Measurement printout can also be easily customized to meet customer requirements.