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The following technologies are widely used in the measurement of surface roughness and surface texture. This is not an exhaustive list. If there is a technology that you feel belongs in this list, please email info@emetrology.com.

Metrology Type
  • length metrology, length measurement

    – Length Metrology Basics

    Techniques and tools used to measure linear dimensions with high accuracy across various manufacturing environments.

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  • coordinate measurement machine, cmm

    Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM)

    A coordinate measuring machine (CMM) provides precise measurement of the dimensions and geometry of physical objects. A probe or sensor detects points on the object’s surface, and…

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  • electronic comparator, courtesy hommel-etamic

    Electronic Comparator

    High-resolution measurement systems that convert displacement into electronic signals for digital display.

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  • fixed gages, pin gage, taper gage, feeler gage, radius gage, angle gage

    Fixed Gages

    Fixed Gage standards are used to quickly check length dimensions for in-process and final inspection. These include pin gages, drill gages, sheet and wire…

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  • optical comparator, optical projector

    Optical Projector (Optical Comparator)

    An optical projector, or optical comparator, projects an enlarged image of a test sample onto a screen which also has a calibrated scale or…

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  • pneumatic comparator, air plug, length measurement

    Pneumatic Comparator

    A comparator measures the accuracy of a dimension by comparing it against a standard length. A pneumatic comparator uses compressed air, or a pneumatic…

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  • portable robot arm cmm

    Portable Robot Arm CMM

    A portable robot arm CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) is a lightweight, articulated measuring arm which aids in performing 3D measurements, on the shop floor,…

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  • length measurement, vernier caliper, micrometer, gauge blocks, height tester

    Shop Floor Measuring Instruments

    Basic handheld or stand-mounted tools used for quick and direct length measurements on the production floor:

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  • Special-purpose Gauges

    Special-purpose gauges for checking multiple dimensions.

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