V-Blocks       V Blocks are utilized in conjunction with Surface Plates while performing Layout Inspection, and as a holding fixture for CMM, Optical Comparator, and other devices Typically many users are unaware of the uncertainties and unable to assess the validity of V-Blocks   Common issues are, using the wrong angle type, lack of considering […]

Optical Comparators It’s important to understand that each type of Optical Comparator has a preferred application to specific part geometry Vertical Types (upward or downward light source) are best for flat thin work, stampings, etc. Horizontal types are generally for cylindrical work, however can be utilized for most applications, and are generally what is seen […]

Angle Plates             Angle Plates are utilized in conjunction with Surface Plates while performing Layout Inspection Typically many users are unaware and unable to assess the validity of Angle plates In many cases there may not be a significant issue, however in some cases there may be significant impact to product and […]

CMM vs. other Inspection Techniques   Many times this is an issue, lots of variables to consider Optical Comparator, Surface Plate Layout, Hard Gaging, all will have variation and needs to be considered If you have a concern in this area please call us to discuss how we may assist Many times this is an […]

Resolution vs. Accuracy  In the Digital world that we live in , its easy to make the assumption that a precision measuring devices’ resolution is the same as it’s accuracy It seldom is, and a good way to remember is this, “a watch reads to a second, but its not accurate to a second“, might […]