Optical measurement of microcomponents

Microcomponents are precision parts produced through advanced manufacturing processes such as micromachining, turning, milling, and precision stamping.

Their miniature dimensions, intricate geometries, and extremely tight tolerances demand high-precision optical inspection to ensure dimensional accuracy, product reliability, and consistent manufacturing quality.

Thanks to advanced optical measurement technology, you can:

  • capture the complete profile of the component in seconds

  • perform objective and highly repeatable measurements

  • avoid contact with miniature or delicate components

  • obtain immediate results for quality control

As a result, optical measurement is the ideal solution for the fast, accurate, and non-contact dimensional inspection of microcomponents.

VICIVISION systems are specifically designed for the measurement of axially symmetrical microcomponents, such as micro shafts, micro screws, and precision pins. The optical system captures the complete profile of the part along its longitudinal axis, enabling fast and accurate inspection of all critical dimensions.

METRIOS by VICIVISION, on the other hand, is ideal for inspecting microcomponents that can be placed on a flat surface. Its optical measurement technology enables the simultaneous inspection of multiple parts in just a few seconds by capturing the entire measurement area in a single acquisition.

Electronic microcomponents inspected with optical measurement technology for dimensional verification and quality control

Measurable dimensions and characteristics

These systems provide fast and accurate dimensional inspection of microcomponents, measuring all critical dimensions with exceptional precision.

Typical measured components

  • micro shafts and precision pins

  • micro screws and miniature connectors

  • miniaturized electrical contacts

  • watchmaking components

  • medical needles

  • dental implant components

  • miniature inserts and cutting tools

Key measurable dimensions

  • outside diameters

  • distances between geometric features

  • radii, angles, and chamfers

  • threads

  • roundness and cylindricity

  • angular orientation

Overcome the most common challenges in measuring microcomponents

The dimensional inspection of microcomponents can be particularly challenging:

Problem

Typical measurement challenges include: difficulty handling extremely small components, risk of part damage during contact measurement, difficulty inspecting intricate micro-features, time-consuming inspection processes, poor measurement repeatability.

Solution

Key benefits: non-contact optical measurement, ideal for miniature components, exceptional accuracy, even on complex micro-features, high-speed inspection, consistent and highly repeatable measurement results, easy integration into automated quality control processes.

Recommended models

VICIVISION

FLOW Series

Fully automated inspection of screws and dental microcomponents.

VICIVISION

X Series

Designed for micromechanics, watchmaking, dental screws, and biomedical components. Maximum efficiency in measuring extremely small and complex parts.

Metrios

Metrios HD / Metrios HD CROSS

High-resolution optical measurement, the ideal solution for small and micro components.

Metrios

Metrios 332 / Metrios 532

Ease of use, speed, versatility, and precision in a single system designed for the shop floor.

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