TPT March 2009

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Innovative diameter gauges for hose and tube extrusion lines

of profiles are available. The Laser 2000 T-series offers gauge heads for a precise diameter measurement, inclusive of minimum, maximum and values, ovality and direction. The ovality is accurately calculated inde- pendently from the orientation of the minimum and maximum values to the 3 measuring axes. For the online-measurement of rubber and tube profiles, the Laser 2000 Profil defines distinctive positions of a profile in the measuring field, from the functional equations of tangential laser diodes. This device is suitable for the exact measurement of round or oval profiles – even if the profiles are arranged in an inclined position. The Laser 2000 XY-gauges offer various interfaces such as Profibus-DP, CANopen, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP (for the direct connection to a PC), or the display and control devices Remote 2000 – respectively Ecocontrol

Sikora, Germany, is the manufacturer of the Laser 2000 XY-series of gauge heads for high quality diameter measurement. These XY-gauge heads provide the highest precision, reliability and continuous function- ality for a product range of 0.05 to 300mm. Due to their functional design, the systems can be easily integrated into every production line. Sikora measuring systems are known for their unique non-contact and non-destructive measuring principle. The technology is based on CCD-line sensors and laser light sources in combination with powerful signal processors. The outer diameter is calculated by diffraction analysis directly from the shadow image. Extremely short exposure times ensure a high single value precision at all line speeds – even when the product is vibrating.

a unique and proven multi-slot protection. A special feature of the larger Laser 2000 XY-models is the swivelling gauge head design, which enables the head to be moved up out of the extrusion line.

 Sikora’s diameter

gauges of the Laser 2000 XY series

The Laser 2000 XY-series guarantees an almost unlimited operating time at the highest productivity. The mean time between failures (MTBF) – the statistical average time after which a device of this series shows a repairable defect – is 15 years. For specific applications the Laser 2000 T-models for 3-axis measurement and the Laser 2000 Profil for the measurement

600, 1000 and 2000. Sikora AG – Germany Fax : +49 421 48900 90 Email : sales@sikora.net Website : www.sikora.net

5621-CL-NEW QUART PG AD 5/3/08 2:44 pm Page 1 In terms of design, the gauge heads of larger size are open at the bottom, which prevents water and dirt falling into the gauge head, while the smaller devices have

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