Taking A Closer Look at Portable Measuring Arm Servicing

Portable measuring arms have come a long way thanks to incredible advancements in technology! One of the biggest game-changers is repeatable mounting, which saves you time and ensures rock-solid accuracy. These improvements are making portable CMM a must-have for manufacturing businesses across all kinds of industries. We’re getting more questions than ever about portable metrology and how to get the most out of it.

Just like traditional bridge CMMs, portable systems need regular TLC to stay accurate. Typically, a yearly check-up does the trick, but if you’re using your equipment all day every day or in tough environments, you might want to schedule maintenance more often.

What Does Servicing Your Portable Measuring Arm Involve? Let’s Dive In!

1. Thorough Inspection

First things first: a good service starts with a thorough inspection. Here’s what we look at:

• Overall Arm Check: We give the whole arm a detailed once-over to spot any wear and tear.
• Cable Testing: Every single cable gets tested to make sure there are no faults.
• TESA Kinematic Joint Connectors: For Hexagon arms, we inspect these joints to ensure they’re in tip-top shape.
• Feedback LEDs and Pictograms: We check all LEDs and pictograms to ensure they’re working correctly.
• Button Functionality: Every button is tested to make sure it’s responsive.
• Accessories and Artifacts: All accessories and artifacts are tested to ensure they’re fully operational.

2. Performance Check

Next up is a full performance check:

• System Performance: We confirm that your machine meets all required specifications, ensuring accurate movements and measurements.
• Counterbalance Compliance: The counterbalance gets a thorough check to make sure it’s functioning properly, keeping your measurements stable and precise.

3. Alignment, Calibration, Certification, and Software Updates

Now for the nitty-gritty details:

• Alignment: We start by aligning the arm’s probes to ensure accurate testing and calibration.
• Calibration Tests: We perform several tests to ensure the arm meets the highest standards, including:
  • Length Test (Euni): Checks unidirectional length accuracy.
  • Sphere Test One (Ldia): Verifies articulation location accuracy.
  • Sphere Test Two (Ldia): Ensures spherical diameter measurements are within permissible error limits.
  • Sphere Test Three (Pform): Assesses the form measurement of a sphere.
• Certification: Once all tests are done, we provide new certifications if needed, confirming that your arm is up to standard.
• Firmware and Software Updates: We update your firmware and software to the latest versions, keeping your system current and efficient.

4. Thorough Cleaning

During Inspection, we clean the inside of the arm and all its cases, cables, artifacts, and accessories in preparation for servicing. This thorough cleaning helps keep everything in great condition and ready for action.

Looking for a Reliable Service Partner?

If you’re using a portable measuring arm and need a reliable service partner, look no further than Status! Our fully trained service engineers are dedicated to delivering top-quality absolute arm servicing to help you avoid costly repairs and keep your equipment in peak condition. Get in touch.