WCA March 2013

Heads in comparison

Diameter gauge devices are an essential part of the Sikora product portfolio. These measuring devices deliver a brilliant performance with precise diameter measure- ment and with reliable lump detection. The Sikora App shows measuring results, trends, statistics or video signals of the Laser on the iPhone* or other smartphones. The Laser Series 6000 performs at an extremely high measuring rate of 2,500 measurements per second, each one with a high single value precision by default. With a dedicated accuracy of 0.2 micrometre and a repeat accuracy of 0.1 micrometre the diameter of tubes and hoses is continuously measured online. A wide size range of gauge heads covers a diameter range from 50µm to 500mm. Three gauge head models of Laser 6000 Series are available for product diameters from 0.2mm to 78mm and combine a large number of features which help to simplify your daily production routine. The high measuring rate of the diameter measuring devices progressively and effectively enables the detection of lumps and neck-downs on the product surface. This reduces the cost of investment and increases space on the line, since only one gauge head need be installed. The LCD display and operator panel are directly integrated into the gauge head providing easier operation and process control. The operator can see the diameter results on the display at a glance. Simultaneously, the panel shows the diameter rated value and the control module can be activated. The control module automatically adjusts the diameter to nominal value via control of the line speed or extruder rpm. The physical aperture of the gauge head is twice as big as

❍ ❍ Laser 6040 XY with integrated display and control panel

the product range, permitting easy and safe feed-through of the product. A special feature is the pivoting head design. The gauge head can be temporarily swung out of the production line path if required. The bottom of the unit is open, so water or dirt fall through rather than contaminating the measuring field. The feeding of the connection cables is protected, directly in the gauge head stand. In keeping with the multimedia generation, the Laser Series 6000 offers an optional Wi-Fi interface. Sikora provides its own special app for displaying measuring results, trends, statistics or video signals directly on compatible smartphones. The app also offers the possibility to calibrate the gauge head according to ISO 9000. Correct operation can be proved by comparing test probe measurements against its calibration values which are scanned in via QR code, then the measured results are saved in a log-file which may be transferred via Wi-Fi to the quality management depart- ment. * iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc, registered in the US and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc Sikora AG – Germany Website : www.sikora.net

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