Overcoming Low-Contrast Challenges in Aerospace Components

Overcoming Low-Contrast Challenges in Aerospace Components 1
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Aerospace components frequently feature specialized surfaces like polished metals, optical glass, or mirror-like coatings. These characteristics often create low or non-existent contrast, which makes standard dimensional measurement tools struggle to acquire reliable data. For manufacturers working with critical components, this lack of contrast can severely compromise the accuracy and repeatability needed for quality assurance.

Fortunately, Cross partner OGP solves this precision problem with specific accessories designed for their M-Series systems. By introducing specialized tools, OGP ensures that even the most challenging materials can be accurately analyzed, providing the high-fidelity data required in the aerospace industry.

How OGP Solves the Precision Problem
Two key M-Series accessories from OGP are instrumental in reliably measuring these complex surfaces:

  • The OGP Grid Projector: This device projects a distinct pattern onto challenging, low-contrast surfaces. This projection allows the autofocus routine of the M-Series system to reliably bypass the material’s reflective or transparent properties, enabling the system to establish a clear focal point.
  • The TeleStar Probe: This innovative probe provides sub-micron resolution with an impressive 70 mm working distance. This generous working distance is critical for safely measuring complex parts and delicate structures without risking contact or damage.

By combining these technologies, the M-Series can accurately analyze these difficult surfaces, guaranteeing the necessary high-fidelity data and significantly improving repeatability for critical components where quality cannot be compromised.

Choosing the right distributor is just as important as choosing the right equipment. Cross Company is the ideal partner for implementing OGP products, including the M-Series and its specialized accessories. Our team doesn’t just sell technology; we offer deep application expertise, certified training, and long-term technical support. We work with you to ensure these advanced measurement solutions are perfectly integrated into your specific quality processes, maximizing performance and accelerating your path to reliable, repeatable precision measurement, especially for the most challenging components.

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