Optical Measuring

Optical Measurement and Inspection Systems

Optical measurement is a key business area for Metrology Direct with a product portfolio including several world leading brands.

The range of products includes Non-contact Shaft Measurement, Vision Measurement, Borescopes and Microscopes, together with an array of options and accessories.

Optical measurement provides many benefits to forward thinking companies. These include speed, accuracy and ease of use. Each resulting in very cost effective measurement and inspection solutions.

Products include:-

Hommel-Etamic Opticline – A range of high accuracy non-contact shaft measuring systems with capacities ranging from 0.2-280mm diameter and lengths up to 2500mm. The Opticline range comes in both vertical and horizontal configuration and with high resolution cameras, difficult to measure features such as chamfers, blend radii and threads are all possible.


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Micro-Vu Sol, Vertex and Excel – An impressive range of vision measuring systems incorporating video camera technology. Micro-Vu has an unrivalled range of systems, with stage capacities from 160 x 160mm to an incredible 2500 x 1600mm. Z capacities are available up to 400mm. The entry level SOL system has manually operated X and Y axes, whereas the Vertex and Excel ranges come with full CNC control as standard.


Download the Sol Vision System Brochure Download the Vertex 251 BrochureDownload the Excel 05001001600 CLR Brochure Download the Excel Multisensor Measuring Center Brochure

Hawkeye Rigid and Flexible Borescopes - simplicity, easy of use and quality of image make the Hawkeye range of borescopes very unique in their field. A wide range of diameters, lengths and ‘direction of views’ are all available to ensure most applications are catered for. Both built in and optional remote lighting can be provided, as too can camera, imaging system and stands.


Download the Hawkeye Classic Brochure Download the Hawkeye ProSlim & ProHardy Brochure Download the Hawkeye Pro MicroSlim & Pro SuperSlim Brochure Download the Hawkeye Classic Flexible & Pro Flexible Brochure

Carl Zeiss Microscopes – Whether the need is for a basic stereo zoom or a sophisticated industrial microscope, the Carl Zeiss range will have a suitable system. Multiple system configurations are available with a wide selection of lenses, stands and lighting options. Image capture with high resolution cameras and powerful analysis software are offered to complement the uncompromising image quality obtained with the Carl Zeiss optics.

Bruker ContourGT optical microscopes and NPFLEX 3D surface metrology systems - a range of high accuracy, high resolution products for the measurement and inspection of surface profiles and structure. Using white light interferometry(WLI), these systems are suited to both production and research applications. The Bruker range is extensive and adaptable, with many optional accessories ensuring a solution can be tailored for individual customer needs.

If you would like to make an enquiry, contact Metrology Direct on +44 (0)1452 725241 or use our enquiry form.

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