Precision Metrology Systems and Measuring Instruments TKN

Engineering selection and supply of high-precision TKN measuring instruments: portable roughness testers TC300, optical flash measuring systems TCF, and bridge CMMs.

Portable Surface Roughness Tester TKN TC300 Series

The TKN TC300 portable surface roughness tester features a detachable drive unit and DSP processor to evaluate Ra, Rz, Rq, Rt according to ISO, DIN, ANSI, and JIS standards. The battery supports over 20 hours of operation, storing 100 measurement profiles for shopfloor inspection.

Detachable drive unit architecture for measurements in confined spaces and deep channels
Multi-standard evaluation complying with international ISO, DIN, ANSI, and JIS standards
Internal memory holding 100 waveform datasets with direct USB data transfer to computers
Wide selection of interchangeable stylus pickups for micro-bores and curved surfaces

Compact Surface Roughness Gauge TKN TC160 Series

TKN TC160 compact surface roughness gauge features an integrated portable housing for rapid workshop inspection. The instrument evaluates Ra, Rz, Rq, and Rt parameters across flat, cylindrical, and inclined workpieces, transferring measurement data via standard digital communication links.

Integrated lightweight body design engineered for quick measurements on machine tools
High-speed DSP processor executing multi-parameter surface calculations with low power
Rechargeable battery providing over 20 hours continuous run time with auto-sleep modes
Complete package including reference calibration block, charger, and protective holster

Dual-View Optical Flash Measuring System TKN TCF

TKN TCF series dual-view optical flash measuring systems combine wide field-of-view lenses with high-magnification optics for rapid batch inspection. Automated T-Vision software captures complete component geometry within two minutes and synchronizes inspection reports directly to factory systems.

Dual-lens optical design integrating wide field scanning and high-magnification zoom
Simultaneous multi-feature dimensional evaluation completed within a two-minute run
Proprietary T-Vision inspection software supporting automated enterprise data exports
Optional tactile probes and optical laser displacement sensors for height measurements

High-Precision Bridge CMM TKN EXPERT Series

TKN EXPERT bridge coordinate measuring machines feature rectangular granite guide rails, metal friction drives on the long axis, and four-sided air bearings for scanning metrology. Dual-wall columns minimize thermal distortion, enabling micron-level dimensional verification.

Precision rectangular granite guideways on all three axes for reliable compensation
Metal friction transmission on the primary axis eliminating tooth engagement vibrations
Four-sided surround air bearing arrangement with individual preloading regulation
Structural design compatible with passive dampers and active pneumatic vibration mounts

Semi-Automatic Motorized Thread Gauge TKN Series

TKN semi-automatic motorized thread gauge accelerates internal thread inspection by automating plug rotation without manual twisting. The torque-controlled drive prevents thread jamming and premature gauge wear during high-volume component verification in precision manufacturing workshops.

Motor-driven thread plug rotation with adjustable torque cut-off to protect threads
Universal quick-change chuck accepting standard metric and imperial thread plug gauges
Substantial reduction in manual operator strain when checking repeated threaded holes
Maintains established quality inspection standards without altering approved protocols

TKN Balloon Drawing Inspection Software Suite

TKN Balloon quality management software automates drawing dimension recognition and bubble numbering for precision engineering drawings. The software generates complete APQP and FAI inspection tables within minutes, eliminating manual transcription errors when compiling verification documentation.

Automated recognition of nominal dimensions, geometric tolerances, and surface callouts
Rapid compilation of First Article Inspection (FAI) and APQP quality control sheets
Revision comparison tool highlighting geometric revisions between drawing versions
Seamless export of structured dimension schedules to spreadsheet and analytical formats

Surface Roughness Metrology and Evaluation Standards

TKN portable roughness gauges implement international ISO 4287, DIN 4768, ANSI B46.1, and JIS B0601 filtration standards to evaluate critical texture parameters including Ra, Rz, Rq, and Rt.

Interchangeable inductive pickups equipped with diamond styli evaluate internal bores, deep grooves, and curved profiles directly within production setups or metrology inspection laboratories.

High-Speed Optical Flash Inspection Architecture

TKN TCF optical flash inspection systems combine wide field telecentric optics with high-magnification auxiliary lenses to measure multiple component dimensions in a single operation.

The proprietary T-Vision metrology platform automatically aligns component geometry, compares detected feature boundaries against nominal engineering drawings, and records inspection data.

Granite Bridge Guideway Design in EXPERT Coordinate Machines

EXPERT series bridge coordinate measuring machines utilize rectangular granite guideways across all three axes to ensure exceptional structural rigidity and thermal stability.

A specialized metal friction drive eliminates mechanical engagement vibrations on the longitudinal axis, while four-sided wrap-around air bearings provide smooth motion during continuous surface scanning.

Automated Thread Testing and Quality Verification

TKN motorized thread testing instruments automate the insertion and extraction of standardized thread plug gauges to accelerate quality inspections across high-volume production lines.

An integrated torque-limiting clutch prevents thread jamming and prevents damage to delicate workpieces, allowing rapid transitions between metric and imperial thread specifications.

Engineering Drawing Digitization and Inspection Planning

TKN Balloon software digitizes 2D engineering drawings by automatically extracting dimensional callouts, geometric tolerances, and surface finish annotations into structured inspection plans.

The digital inspection engine generates complete First Article Inspection schedules and APQP documentation while highlighting dimensional modifications between drawing revisions.

Metrology Integration and Data Management in Production

TKN metrology systems support seamless bidirectional data communication with workshop execution networks, quality management databases, and industrial automation controllers.

Standard digital interfaces enable direct transmission of inspection records from shopfloor measuring stations to central quality repositories for statistical process control.

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