ATEK FARO 8-Axis Quantume Faroarm Portable Coordinate Measuring Machine Owner’s Manual
- June 12, 2024
- ATEK
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ATEK FARO 8-Axis Quantum Faroarm Portable Coordinate Measuring Machine
Product Information
The QuantumE is an advanced measurement device manufactured by Advanced Test Equipment Corp. It is designed to provide cost-effective factory inspection solutions. The device is commonly used for various applications such as alignment, dimensional analysis, CAD-based inspection, first article inspection, incoming inspection, in-process inspection, on-machine inspection, part inspection, final inspection, reverse engineering, tool building, and setup.
QuantumE is widely used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, metal fabrication, and molding/tool & die. In the aerospace industry, it is used for part inspection and certification, alignment, tool & mold certification, and reverse engineering. In the automotive industry, it is used for tool building and certification, alignment, part inspection, and reverse engineering. In metal fabrication, it is used for first-article inspection and periodic part inspection. In molding/tool& die, it is used for mold and die inspection and prototype part scanning.
The QuantumE offers various features and benefits. It is certified to meet the rigorous ISO 10360-12:2016 measurement standard for articulated arms, ensuring maximum measurement consistency and reliability. The device has excellent ergonomics and usability with an advanced ergonomic design and overall weight optimization. It also features tool-less quick-change and kinematic intelligent probes, providing unequaled freedom of movement and an unparalleled measurement experience. The 8-Axis QuantumE allows real-time rotation of the component being measured, improving ergonomic functionality and ease of use.
The QuantumE operates wirelessly at high speed, thanks to its sophisticated and robust electronic design. It guarantees optimal wireless operation for scanning and probing, allowing unmatched reach across the manufacturing floor. The device has extended battery use with dual hot-swappable battery capability, supporting prolonged cable-free use without the need for external power.
Product Usage Instructions
To use the QuantumE, follow these instructions:
- Ensure that the device is within the recommended operating temperature range.
- Connect the power supply to the QuantumE, using a universal worldwide voltage source (100-240VAC; 47/63Hz).
- Turn on the device using the power button.
- For contact measurement (arm), select the appropriate arm and probe combination based on the desired accuracy and measurement range.
- Position the QuantumE near the component to be measured.
- Hold the device firmly and move it around the component to capture measurements. The device allows for easy rotation of the component in real-time.
- For non-contact measurement (ScanArm), choose the desired scanning option (FAROBlu HD, FAROBlu SD, or Prizm) based on system accuracy requirements.
- Follow the same procedure as contact measurement to capture measurements using the selected scanning option.
- After measurement, review and analyze the captured data using compatible software or tools.
- When finished, turn off the QuantumE and disconnect the power supply.
Note: All measurements should be within the specified maximum permissible error (MPE) values for accurate results.
For more information and support, visit the official website of Advanced Test Equipment Corp. at www.atecorp.com or contact their customer service at 800-404-ATEC (2832).
For additional technical specifications and details, visit the official website of FARO Technologies at www.faro.com.
FARO® 8-AXIS QUANTUM FAROARM®
The New Standard for Cost-Effective Factory Inspection
Seamlessly integrating a QuantumE FaroArm with an eighth-axis, the FARO 8-Axis QuantumE FaroArm is the world’s first eight-axis portable coordinate measuring machine (PCMM). The QuantumE offers an entry-level portable solution for organizations looking for a cost-effective, user-friendly and efficient factory inspection system. Reliable and robust, QuantumE has been tested to withstand the harshest shop-floor environments, enabling manufacturers to have full confidence in their quality assurance processes and ensuring high quality production. Additionally, the QuantumE delivers market-leading portability and ergonomics along with 3D laser scanning when combined with the optically- superior FAROBluTM Laser Line Probe or 3D color scanning when used with the FARO PrizmTM Laser Line Probe. The measurement speed and ergonomics of the 8-Axis QuantumE are taken to an even greater level. The eighth-axis enables rotation of what is being measured in real-time – meaning no difficulty reaching around the object, and no need to move the Arm into different locations within the process. This eliminates wasted time and offers an easy- to-use measurement solution that allows users to focus on the actual measurement and not on the measurement processes.
Most Common Applications
Alignment | Dimensional Analysis | CAD-Based Inspection | First Article Inspection | Incoming Inspection | In-Process Inspection | On-Machine Inspection | Part Inspection | Final Inspection | Reverse Engineering | Tool Building & Setup
Typical Industries
- Aerospace: Part Inspection and Certification, Alignment, Tool & Mold Certification, Reverse Engineering
- Automotive: Tool Building and Certification, Alignment, Part Inspection, Reverse Engineering
- Metal Fabrication: First Article Inspection, Periodic Part Inspection
- Molding/Tool & Die: Mold and Die Inspection, Prototype Part Scanning
Features & Benefits
Certified to Meet the Most Rigorous ISO 10360-12:2016 Measurement Standard
Quantum Arms are the first Arms in the market that are certified against ISO 10360-12:2016 for articulated arms, setting a new industry performance bar, and ensuring maximum measurement consistency and reliability.
Innovative Design for Highest Performance and Factory Stress-Tested for Reliability
Cutting-edge design ensures superior performance and confidence in measurement results in the most challenging working environments, delivering high consistency and reliability. The QuantumE in combination with the FAROBlu Laser Line Probe offers best-in-class scanning capability while combined with the Prizm Laser Line Probe, it delivers high-resolution, 3D color scanning. The 8-Axis QuantumE allows for capture with only small movements, reducing repositioning needs and time to capture measurements. Every Quantum is tested for ruggedness and is factory-ready to ensure accuracy and performance.
Excellent Ergonomics and Usability
The advanced ergonomic design, overall weight optimization, combined with new features such as tool-less quick-change, and kinematic intelligent probes, provide unequaled freedom of movement and an unparalleled measurement experience. With the ability to rotate the component being measured in real- time, the 8-Axis QuantumE dramatically improves ergonomic functionality and ease of use.
High-Speed Wireless Operation
The new sophisticated and robust electronic design delivers superior reliability and guarantees optimal wireless operation for scanning and probing, allowing unmatched reach across the manufacturing floor.
Extended Battery Use
Dual hot-swappable battery capability supports prolonged cable-free use, making it easy to go to the part without the need for external power.
Blue and Green Laser
The FAROBlu Laser Line Probe leverages an optically-superior blue laser technology. The blue laser has a shorter wavelength compared to red laser and delivers improved scanning results with higher resolution thanks to its greater ability to discover smaller details in an object. The blue laser also provides a 50% reduction in speckle noise compared to a red laser. In contrast, the Prizm Laser Line Probe takes advantage of green laser technology’s ability to provide high color visual definition to deliver color scanning capabilities for high resolution color point cloud data capture and analysis.
Performance Specifications
Contact Measurement (Arm)*
Measurement Range| SPAT1| EUNI
2
| PSIZE
3
| PFORM
4
| LDIA
5
| 7 axis| 7 axis| 7 axis| 7 axis| 7 axis
QuantumE 2.5m (8.2ft)| 0.035mm (0.0014in)| 0.050mm (0.0020in)| 0.025mm
(0.0010in)| 0.050mm (0.0020in)| 0.065mm (0.0026in)
QuantumE 3.5m (11.5ft)| 0.075mm (0.0030in)| 0.095mm (0.0037in)| 0.050mm
(0.0020in)| 0.075mm (0.0030in)| 0.120mm (0.0047in)
QuantumE 4.0m (13.1ft)| 0.095mm (0.0037in)| 0.120mm (0.0047in)| 0.060mm
(0.0024in)| 0.100mm (0.0039in)| 0.150mm (0.0059in)
Non-Contact Measurement (ScanArm)***
| FAROBlu HD| FAROBlu SD| Prizm
Measurement range| System Accuracy6| System Accuracy6| System Accuracy6
QuantumE 2.5m (8.2ft)| 0.075mm (0.0030in)| 0.075mm (0.0030in)| 0.082mm
(0.0032in)
QuantumE 3.5m (11.5ft)| 0.110mm (0.0043in)| 0.110mm (0.0043in)| 0.130mm
(0.0051in)
QuantumE 4.0m (13.1ft)| 0.130mm (0.0051in)| 0.130mm (0.0051in)| 0.155mm
(0.0061in)
Hardware Specifications
- Operating temp range: 10°C – 40°C (50°F – 104°F)
- Temperature rate: 3°C/5min (5.4°F/5min)
- Operating humidity range: 95%, non-condensing
- Power supply: Universal worldwide voltage; 100-240VAC; 47/63Hz
8-Axis System**
Measurement range| System Accuracy6
QuantumE 2.5m (8.2ft)| 0.065mm (0.0026in)
QuantumE 3.5m (11.5ft)| 0.120mm (0.0047in)
QuantumE 4.0m (13.1ft)| 0.150mm (0.0059in)
All values represent MPE (Maximum Permissible Error)
- Contact Measurement (Arm): In accordance with ISO 10360-12
- 8-Axis System (Arm + 8-Axis): Full system performance based on ISO10360-12 Sphere Location Diameter Error (LDIA)
- Non: Contact Measurement (ScanArm and ScanArm + 8-Axis): Full System performance based on ISO 10360-8 Annex D
- 1 SPAT : Single Point Articulation Test
- ² EUNI: Distance Error between two points comparing measured versus nominal values
- 3 PSIZE : Sphere Probing Size Error comparing measured versus nominal values
- 4 PFORM : Sphere Probing Form Error
- 5 LDIA : Sphere Location Diameter Error (Diameter of the spherical zone containing the centers of a sphere measured from multiple orientations)
- ⁶ System Accuracy: Based on Sphere Location Diameter Error
Laser Line Probe & Color Laser Line Probe Specifications
| FAROBlu HD | FAROBlu SD | Prizm | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | ±25μm (±0.001in) | ±25μm (±0.001in) | ±30μm (±0.0012in) |
| Repeatability | 25μm, 2σ (0.001in) | 25μm, 2σ (0.001in) | 30μm, 2σ (0.0012in) |
| Stand-off | 115mm (4.5in) | 115mm (4.5in) | 115mm (4.5in) |
| Depth of field | 115mm (4.5in) | 115mm (4.5in) | 115mm (4.5in) |
| Effective scan width | Near field 80mm (3.1in) Far field 150mm (5.9in) | Near | |
| field 80mm (3.1in) Far field 150mm (5.9in) | Near field 80mm (3.1in) Far field |
150mm (5.9in)
Points per line| 2,000 points/line| 1,000 points/line| 2,000 points/line
Minimum point spacing| 40μm (0.0016in)| 80μm (0.0031in)| 40μm (0.0016in)
Scan rate
| ****
300 frames/second, 300 fps x 2,000 points/line = 600,000 points/sec
| ****
120 frames/second, 120 fps x 1,000 points/line = 120,000 points/sec
| Color| Grayscale| Monochromatic
120 frames/ second, 120 fps x 2,000 points/line
= 240,000
points/sec
| 120 frames/ second, 120 fps x 2,000 points/line
= 240,000
points/sec
| 300 frames/ second, 300 fps x 2,000 points/line
= 600,000
points/sec
Laser| Class 2| Class 2| Class 2
Weight| 485g (1.1lb)| 485g (1.1lb)| 485g (1.1lb)
Accuracy and repeatability specified at Full Field of View (FOV)
Meets OSHA requirements, NRTL TÜV SÜD C-US Listed, Complies with Electronic Code of Federal Regulations 47 CFR PART 15, 17 CFR Parts 240 and 249b – Conflict Material, 21 CFR 1040 Performance standards For Light-Emitting Products, and 10 CFR Part 430 – Department of Energy; Energy Conservation for External Power Supplies. Complies with the following EC Directives: 93/68/EEC CE Marking; 2014/30/EU Electrical Equipment; 2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive; 2011/65/EU RoHS2; 2002/96/EC WEEE; 2006/66/EC WEEE; 2006/66/EC Batteries and Accumulators; 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive; 2009/125/EC Ecodesign requirement. Conforms to the following standards: EN 61010-1:2010 / CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1; EN 61326-1:2013 EMC; ETSI EN 300 328 V2.1.1; ETSI 301 489-1 V1.9.2; ETSI 301 489-17 V2.2.1; ETSI EN 62311:2008; IEEE 802.11 b/g; FCC Part 15.247 (WLAN and Bluetooth); Japanese Radio Law MPT No. 37 Ordinance (MIC classification WW); UN T1-T8; IEC 62133 2nd ed.; IEC 60825-1:2014 ed3.0; FDA (CDRH) 21 CFR 1040.10 / ANSI Z136.1-2007; EN 50581:2012; 21 CFR 1002 (Records & Reports); 21 CFR 1010 (Performance Standards).
Shock and Vibrations Testing per International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standards: IEC 60068-2-6; IEC 60068-2-64; IEC 60068-2-27 Extreme Temperature Cycling (-20°C to 60°C). Based on: IEC 60068-2-1; MIL-STD-810G; ISTA
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