Sensors & transducers
completeness of the pins are critical quality factors. Even slightly bent, missing or misaligned pins can cause contact issues and system failures. The scanCONTROL sensors scan the connector surface and generate a highly accurate height or profile image of the entire pin row. The number, position and flatness of the pins are reliably checked – quickly, consistently and with high resolution. Inspection is fully integrated into the production process without interrupting the flow of materials.
Presence detection and flatness inspection on PCBs
To ensure reliable assembly and further processing of printed circuit boards, it is essential to verify the presence and flatness of the components. Minor height deviations can cause soldering defects, contact issues or mechanical stress. Their exceptionally high z-resolution enables scanCONTROL sensors to detect even the smallest differences in height. This allows for the precise measurement of presence, height profiles and coplanarity, even in very small structures. The measuring programs are stored directly on the scanner and transmitted to the PLC.
Precise 3D geometric inspection of cylindrical battery cells
In the production of cylindrical cells, precise positioning and alignment of the individual cells are critical to quality and safety. Cells that are installed at an angle or positioned too low or too high carry the risk of short circuits, poor electrical contact or mechanical damage during the rest of the manufacturing process. The scanCONTROL LLT8x00 sensors capture the cell geometry in high resolution and verify both the correct alignment and the exact installation height of each individual cell. This ensures that all
cell tops fall
within production tolerances.
Inspection of the mesh structure of stents Quality control for stents demands the highest standards of precision and reliability. Even the smallest defects in the mesh can compromise the implant’s function and safety. The scanCONTROL 8x00 sensors enable high resolution, inline inspection directly within the manufacturing process. They detect the intricate mesh structure, defects, geometrical deviations, deformations and surface irregularities. Defective stents are detected early and removed before they enter downstream processes.
Inline inspection of adhesive beads In modern manufacturing processes, particularly in the automotive, packaging and electronics industries, the application of adhesives is a critical quality factor. The scanCONTROL 8x00 laser scanners are used for precise monitoring of the adhesive application. The compact scanners are mounted in a fixed position or directly on the robot and measure the height, width and position of the bead. This allows for immediate quality control and enhances process reliability.
OPTIMUM COOLING FOR HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES All scanCONTROL 8x00 models can be equipped with additional heat sinks. Options include passive heat sinks, active heat sinks with
fans, or a connection to the customer’s own cooling solutions. This means the sensors can be used reliably even in challenging production environments such as in steel manufacturing or welding applications.
Automatic weld seam inspection The scanCONTROL scanners are used in the welding process to continuously monitor the weld seam in real time. The sensor detects the seam geometry and generates a height or cross- sectional profile. The results are immediately fed back to the process control system, enabling corrections to be made during the process or defective welds to be detected early on.
Micro-Epsilon
www.micro-epsilon.co.uk
Instrumentation Monthly May 2026
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