In industry, position measurements are fundamental to ensuring the precision and efficiency of many processes.
These measurements make it possible to determine the exact position of an object in relation to a reference point and to carry out dimensional checks in real time.
Typical applications of position measurement are many, including the production of industrial machinery, metalworking, the manufacture of mechanical parts, the assembly of electronic components, tool production, steel fabrication and woodworking.
The use of measuring instruments for position measurement offers numerous advantages, including greater precision in industrial operations and a reduction in processing times. Accurate and rapid results allow professionals in the sector to assess the quality level of their products, to prevent possible production problems and to maximize the company’s productivity.
Product categories for position measurement
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Some applications of position measurement products
Technical insight
In industrial and manufacturing environments, position measurement is a fundamental operation for ensuring the correct functioning of various applications. Using dedicated instruments, precise and accurate information can be obtained on the displacement of moving parts or on the dimensional variations of elements being processed. In particular, there are three main categories of position measuring instruments: contact micrometers, digital comparators and LVDT linear transducers.
Position measurement with contact micrometers
Contact micrometers are mechanical instruments that use a calibrated screw and a graduated thimble to take precise measurements of linear displacement. Thanks to a small contact lever, light pressure can be applied to the surface to be measured, thus obtaining a precise alignment value. They are commonly used to take reference measurements, or to check the actual tolerance value on complex mechanical components.
Position measurement with digital comparators
Digital comparators are electronic instruments that use a graduated scale, or an electronic controller, together with a system of sensors to measure the position of moving elements. Thanks to a bright display, the measurement results can be shown precisely and quickly. These instruments are particularly suitable for analyzing complex objects that require precise and accurate measurements, such as small and medium-sized mechanical components.
Position measurement with LVDT linear transducers
LVDT linear transducers, finally, are electromechanical instruments that make it possible to obtain a very precise measurement of the position of moving objects. Thanks to their high sensitivity, they are particularly useful in precision applications, such as precision control on CNC machinery.
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