Taylor Hobson Ultra Precision Metrology Instruments and Systems

Supply of high-precision surface finish profilometers Form Talysurf, roundness measurement systems Talyrond, non-contact 3D optical profilers LUPHOScan and alignment telescopes Taylor Hobson.

Form Talysurf PGI NOVUS Surface Finish and Contour Profilometers

Form Talysurf PGI NOVUS utilizes a dual bias gauge offering 20 mm gauge traverse and 0.2 nm resolution for combined surface finish and contour assessment. The instrument performs automated profiling of complex radii and step heights. Replaceable diamond styli and gauge arms are available.

Gauge range 20 mm expandable to 40 mm with stylus
High gauge resolution down to 0.2 nm across range
Dual bias gauge architecture for bi-directional scans
Interchangeable diamond styli and inductive modules

Talyrond 585H PRO Roundness and Cylindricity Measuring Systems

Talyrond 585H PRO integrates a frictionless air bearing spindle with radial limit of ±0.01 µm and 4 mm gauge range for automated roundness and cylindricity metrology. The system features an automatic centring stage and Metrology 4.0 software. Replaceable pneumatic filtration modules are provided.

Air bearing spindle radial precision limit ±0.01 µm
Inductive measuring gauge range up to 4 mm
Frictionless spindle design with high thermal stability
Automated table centring and levelling mechanism

Surtronic S-100 and DUO II Portable Surface Roughness Testers

Surtronic S-100 and DUO II portable testers deliver rapid shop floor assessment of parameters Ra, Rz, Rp, Rv and Rt directly at machine tools. Instruments incorporate an intuitive 2.4 inch colour screen, inductive pick-up mechanism and rechargeable battery. Calibrated specimens are supplied.

Evaluation of surface parameters Ra, Rz, Rp, Rv, Rt
Intuitive 2.4 inch colour LCD display interface
Precision inductive pick-up mechanism with diamond tip
Rechargeable internal lithium-polymer battery unit

LUPHOScan 260 and HD Non-Contact 3D Optical Profilometers

LUPHOScan 260 performs non-contact 3D scanning of aspheric and freeform optical surfaces using Multi-Wavelength Interferometry MWLI. The metrology platform inspects optical components up to 260 mm diameter with automated centring. Master reference spheres and chuck assemblies are available.

Multi-Wavelength Interferometry MWLI technology
Non-contact measurement of aspheric and freeform optics
Accommodates optical component diameters up to 260 mm
Automated high precision centring and levelling stage

Micro Alignment Telescopes and Talyvel 6 Electronic Levels

Micro Alignment Telescopes generate a true optical line of sight from zero to infinity for checking straightness and coaxiality of machine ways. Complementary Talyvel 6 electronic levels measure angular deviations. Available parts include optical micrometers, targets and mounting brackets.

Optical line of sight generated from zero to infinity
Integrated dual-axis optical micrometers for deviation
Precision alignment of bearing journals and machine ways
Talyvel 6 differential electronic inclination sensors

Diamond Styli, Calibration Standards and Accessories Taylor Hobson

Tooling options include calibrated diamond styli with 2 µm nominal tip radius, extension rods and stylus arms for Form Talysurf and Talyrond instruments. Calibrated glass hemispheres and step height masters enable traceable inspection routines. Modular chucks secure intricate components.

Precision styli with 100 mm reach and 2 µm diamond tip
Calibrated glass hemispheres and step height masters
Stylus arms for inductive surface texture transducers
Modular chucks and adjustable part holding fixtures

Form Talysurf Contact Profilometry and Gauge Calibration

In Form Talysurf PGI NOVUS profilometers, the Dual Bias Gauge inductive transducer records vertical stylus displacement in both upward and downward orientations with 0.2 nm resolution over the full 20 mm range.

Traceable calibration utilizes calibrated roughness and step height standards with automated loop gain compensation. The diamond stylus tip with 2 µm nominal radius is inspected regularly against reference optical flats to prevent distortion of high-frequency profile parameters.

Metrology 4.0 software automatically balances tracking force and establishes zero baseline when replacing stylus arms.

Talyrond Frictionless Air Bearing Spindle Maintenance

Talyrond 585H PRO roundness instruments rely on an ultra-precision air bearing spindle delivering rotational radial limits of ±0.01 µm without mechanical contact or dry friction.

Spindle reliability demands three-stage filtration of compressed air to remove moisture, oil aerosols and particulate matter larger than 0.01 µm. An automatic pneumatic interlock protects journal surfaces by disabling the drive if supply pressure drops below safe thresholds.

Routine inspection covers air consumption monitoring, filter drainage and harmonic form analysis using calibrated glass hemispheres.

LUPHOScan Non-Contact 3D Optical Scanning Metrology

LUPHOScan 260 optical profilers utilize Multi-Wavelength Interferometry MWLI for high-speed 3D surface mapping of aspheric, spherical and freeform optical components.

The automated motorized stage completes component centring and levelling relative to the optical axis in under 120 seconds prior to measurement. The optical probe fiber maintains fringe contrast across steep local slopes on complex lenses.

Preventive maintenance requires periodic verification of laser source stability, cleaning of optical connectors with lint-free wipes and verification against reference spheres.

Shop Floor Roughness Inspection with Surtronic Instruments

Surtronic S-100 and DUO II portable testers measure surface parameters Ra, Rz, Rp, Rv and Rt directly alongside machine tool machining centres.

The traverse drive advances the inductive pick-up mechanism across workpieces at controlled velocity, evaluating microgeometry using standardized digital filtering algorithms.

Operational accuracy is validated prior to production runs by inspecting calibrated reference specimens with known Ra values. Worn diamond styli are replaced with protective enclosures, followed by routine sensitivity adjustments in the setup menu.

Geometric Alignment with Micro Alignment Telescope Systems

Micro Alignment Telescopes inspect guideway straightness, foundation flatness and bore coaxiality across heavy manufacturing equipment. The instrument establishes a true optical line of sight spanning zero distance to infinity within a rigid cylindrical housing.

Integrated dual-axis optical micrometers quantify positional deviations of target markers with micrometric repeatability. Paired with Talyvel 6 electronic levels, the system delivers comprehensive geometric inspection of structural assemblies, turbine casings and machine foundations.

Selection of Precision Styli, Fixtures and Calibration Masters

The accessory catalogue encompasses calibrated diamond styli with 100 mm and 200 mm reach, high-stiffness transducer arms and quick-release adapters for Taylor Hobson metrology systems.

Traceable recalibration is performed using calibrated glass hemispheres, traceable step specimens and precision optical flats. Modular workholding chucks and adjustable staging fixtures guarantee repeatable workpiece clamping during surface roughness, waviness and roundness evaluation.

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