Hexagon AS1 Absolute Arm Scanner User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- HEXAGON
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Hexagon AS1 Absolute Arm Scanner User Guide
Absolute Arm 7-Axis w/ Absolute Scanner AS1
Criteria for choosing Absolute Arm 7-Axis with Absolute Scanner AS1|
Hexagon| Other
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Availability of various system sizes and accuracy levels?| Yes
6 sizes, 3 levels
|
Availability of extended‑volume measurement options
(i.e. up to 5‑10 times the system’s standard volumetric range)?
| Yes
Leap Frog Kit/GridLOK
|
Probing accuracy specifications according to ISO 10360‑12 (certification
included)?| Yes|
Compliance with impact, shock vibration, emissions and environmental norms
(CE, IEC, etc.)?| Yes
(full list in manual)
|
Does the system include artefacts and software so you can verify its accuracy
performance compared to the specifications (software scripts/guides)?| Yes|
Does the system include software for diagnostics and performance monitoring?|
Yes|
Is the system thermally stable (i.e. high‑end carbon‑fibre construction)?|
Yes|
Can the system measure immediately after power‑on (no warm‑up time)?| Yes|
Does the system feature Absolute Encoders
(with no need to be reset or ’zeroed’ before measurement)?
| Yes|
Does the system’s counterbalance mechanism allow the arm to be used
comfortably and with a single hand (with an ergonomically designed wrist)?|
Yes|
Does the arm allow infinite rotation on major axes?| Yes|
Does the wrist feature an OLED touchscreen for easy control and results
feedback?| Yes|
Does the system provide the operator with suitable feedback in any shop‑floor
environment (audio, visual and haptic warnings)?| Yes|
Are multiple hand‑grip sizes offered (small, medium, large) as standard?| Yes|
Can the operator use the arm as a mouse (for remote computer control)?| Yes|
Does the system have a built‑in display providing the operator with instant
feedback on the arm status and the measurements taken?| Yes|
Does the arm include a safety locking mechanism when at the home position to
prevent accidental tilt?| Yes|
Is the arm able to lock at least one axis at a desired angle for measurements
in low‑ceiling or confined areas?| Yes
(for arms up to 3.5 m)
|
Does the system have options for ergonomically positioned handling grips?| Yes
(SpinGrip/SpinKnob)|
Does the system include a 2‑year subscription to an asset management platform
providing real‑time remote performance monitoring and location tracking
through a user‑friendly dashboard?| Yes|
Is complete Scanning System Accuracy (arm and scanner) certified according to
ISO 10360‑8 annex D (certifications included)?| Yes|
Can you remove the hand‑grip for easier laser scanning inside tight spaces or
cavities?| Yes|
Can you remove the laser scanner and hand‑grip for easier probing inside tight
spaces or cavities?| Yes|
Does the system offer both automatic and manual laser scanner exposure
adjustment for scanning surfaces of different colours and reflectivity but
without affecting the frame rate or laser line width?| Yes|
Can the system accept the mounting of a structured light scanner in addition
to a laser scanner with easy swapping between the two?| Yes|
Is wireless measurement available for probing and scanning?| Yes
Control Pack Wireless – CP‑W
|
Is battery operation available (with hot‑swappable batteries)?| Yes
Control Pack Wireless – CP‑W
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Does the system feature built‑in Bluetooth® that allows connection to several
accessories (headphones, temperature sensors, etc.)?| Yes|
Can the system accept the mounting of an external laser scanner?| Yes|
Can probes or scanners be mounted and used without stopping to calibrate or
select the probe in the software?| Yes|
Is the arm and the scanner IP54 rated for protection in harsh measurement
environments?| Yes|
Can the arm measure repeatably in an environmental temperature up to 45°C?|
Yes|
Can you easily swap probes without extra tools?| Yes|
Are other probe types (extended or ’hooked’ probes) available,in case you need
to add more measurement capabilities later?| Yes|
Is there a variety of mounting options (magnetic, tripod, vacuum base)?| Yes|
Is a dust cover for the arm included?| Yes|
Does the system come with a single carrying case with wheels for mobility?|
Yes|
Can the scanner also be used with a laser tracker for larger‑scale
measurement?| Yes|
Is a 24‑month warranty offered as standard with all systems?| Yes|
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References
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