Runout

Runout can cause vibration, uneven wear and reduced component life in rotating machinery. Even when shafts and spindles are properly aligned, radial or axial runout may still be present. Non-contact laser measurement provides fast runout inspection without contacting the rotating surface.

​Delta Laser systems can be used to measure:

• Radial runout (OD and ID)
• Axial and face runout
• Total Indicator Reading (TIR)
• Wobble

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Applications include shafts, spindles, rods, rollers, wheels, tires and other rotating components.
Systems can be configured for quick periodic inspection or continuous monitoring. Single- or multi-sensor configurations can dramatically reduce inspection time compared with manually repositioning a dial indicator. Compatible displays and software can perform runout calculations automatically, while optional data acquisition allows measurements to be recorded and analyzed over time.

Delta Laser system configured for quick, non-contact runout inspection of a rotating shaft.

EXPLORE RUNOUT MEASUREMENT

Delta Laser Compact measuring displacement as the target moves toward or away from the sensor.

Position / Displacement / Distance

Non-contact displacement measurement monitors the position, movement or distance of an object without touching the target surface. Delta Laser systems provide real-time displacement data and can be calibrated to a known distance for accurate absolute distance measurements.

Delta Laser systems can be used to measure:

• Position, movement and displacement
• Distance, gaps, clearance and part presence
• Height, step changes and thickness variation
• Surface profile, wear and material buildup
• Deflection, deformation, bending and thermal expansion
• Liquid level and other surface-level changes

​Applications include part inspection and quality control, automated assembly, machine monitoring, electronics manufacturing, material processing and other industrial applications where non-contact measurement is advantageous. Systems support manual inspection, continuous monitoring and integration with external equipment. Digital displays provide real-time readouts, while analog outputs and optional data acquisition allow measurements to be monitored, recorded and analyzed over time.

Parallelism

Parallelism measurement verifies that the distance between opposing surfaces or components remains consistent across a given area. Delta Laser systems can compare measurements at multiple locations to determine deviation from parallel, providing fast, repeatable measurements for inspection, machine setup and alignment.

Delta Laser systems can be used to measure:

• Platen and press parallelism
• Roll, guide and rail alignment
• Machine table and plate parallelism
• Die, mold and forming-tool gap consistency

Applications include thermoforming equipment, injection molding machinery, industrial presses and complex machine assemblies where maintaining parallel surfaces or consistent spacing is critical. Systems can be used for quick static inspection at multiple measurement points or configured with multiple sensors for simultaneous, real-time measurement during machine adjustment. Individual digital displays can provide immediate measurement feedback, while optional data acquisition and software can consolidate multiple sensor readings on a single screen for easier monitoring and adjustment. Application-specific software can also provide calculations, tolerance or pass/fail indication, visual status indicators and audible alerts, while measurement data can be recorded for further analysis. Analog outputs and available I/O also support integration with external machine or control systems when required.

Parallelism measurement concept using multiple Delta Laser sensors to compare platen-to-platen distance deviations at 4 corners simultaneously. Realign platens quickly in real-time. Alternative configurations included remotely positioned or stacked displays or connection to remote PC for consolidated measurement view.

Mounting configurations are application-dependent. Standard magnetic mounting can be used where suitable, while extended or custom mounting may be required for large machines, restricted-access measurement points or applications using short-range, high-precision sensors.

Dual-Laser Conveyor Inspection Concept for Flatness and Surface Height Variation. Laser beam brightness exaggerated for clarity.

Flatness / Surface Variation

Flatness & Surface Profiling
Flatness and surface variation measurements identify dimensional changes across manufactured components and raw materials that can affect product quality. Delta Laser systems provide high-speed, non-contact measurement for stationary or rapidly moving targets, making them well suited for surface inspection where contact gauges are impractical or continuous measurement is required.

Delta Laser systems can be used to measure:

• Flatness, waviness and surface profiles
• Bow, warp and twist distortion
• Thickness variation and dimensional deviations
• Step changes and structural deflection

Applications include inspecting boards and panels, metal sheets, composites, packaging materials, building materials and automotive components where surface precision is important. Systems scale from a single sensor monitoring one measurement location to multi-sensor arrays evaluating wide or large parts simultaneously.
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Digital displays provide real-time measurement feedback, while optional data acquisition and application-specific software can consolidate multiple sensor inputs on a single screen, perform measurement calculations, monitor tolerance limits and provide visual or audible out-of-spec indication. Available sensor control outputs can also provide direct limit/judgment signaling or integration with PLCs and external control systems.

Automated Measurement & Machine Integration

Delta Laser systems can be integrated into automated equipment, robotic systems and production processes for continuous, non-contact measurement and monitoring. The same measurement capabilities used for runout, displacement, parallelism, surface inspection and other applications can be incorporated into automated machine and process-control environments.

Automated applications include:

• Part inspection and dimensional verification
• Position, displacement and presence detection
• Robotic positioning and measurement
• In-process tolerance monitoring and quality control

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Analog outputs and available control I/O support integration with PLCs, machine controls, robotic systems and other automation equipment for real-time measurement, monitoring and control. Systems can also be configured with optional data acquisition and application-specific software for applications requiring independent data recording, multi-sensor visualization, calculations, tolerance monitoring or additional measurement analysis.

Conceptual robotic integration with a Delta Laser displacement sensor for automated non-contact measurement.

Conceptual custom measurement system using an ID-mounted self-centering chuck, laser displacement and 360° angular-position data with external software to calculate roundness.

Special Measurement Applications

Not every measurement challenge fits a standard application. Delta Laser systems can be configured for specialized measurement tasks using different sensor ranges, mounting arrangements, multiple sensors, I/O, data acquisition and application-specific software.
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Have an unusual measurement requirement? Tell us about the part, process, measurement range and accuracy requirements. Sample parts can also be evaluated when practical to help determine an appropriate measurement approach before purchase. Select systems are also available for rental to U.S.-based customers for short-term measurement projects and application evaluation.

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