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3D Sensor Enables Precision Glass Inspection
SmartRay introduces ECCO X 050G to extend inline metrology to reflective and transparent surfaces in industrial manufacturing.
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SmartRay's New ECCO x 050G
SmartRay has launched the ECCO X 050G, a 3D sensor designed to enable high-precision inline inspection of reflective and transparent materials such as glass, expanding the capabilities of its ECCO X sensor range.
Context: Challenges in inspecting reflective surfaces
Inline metrology systems are widely used for quality control in high-speed manufacturing, but reflective and transparent materials such as glass present challenges for conventional 3D laser triangulation methods.
Industries including electronics, automotive, and optics require accurate inspection of such surfaces to ensure product quality and process reliability.
Technology: 3D scanning for reflective materials
The ECCO X 050G integrates SmartRay’s glass-scanning technology into the ECCO X platform, enabling measurement of shiny and transparent surfaces while maintaining high resolution and speed.
Using a blue laser wavelength (450 nm), the system improves data capture on reflective materials, delivering consistent 3D measurement results where traditional methods are less effective.
Performance: High-speed, high-resolution measurement
The sensor provides a scan rate of up to 40 kHz and captures up to 163 million data points per second. It delivers vertical resolution in the range of 2.2–2.9 µm and lateral resolution of 11–13 µm, supporting precise measurement of fine surface features.
With 4,096 points per profile and a measurement range of 15 mm, the system is designed for detailed inspection in demanding production environments.
Design: Compact and integration-ready
The ECCO X 050G is designed with a compact form factor, supporting integration into space-constrained production lines. It includes Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, encoder interfaces, and configurable input/output options for synchronisation with industrial systems.
The system supports flexible triggering and data acquisition, enabling deployment in automated inspection processes.
Applications: Electronics, optics, and automotive
The sensor is suited for applications including inspection of mobile device components, semiconductor elements, camera and eyewear lenses, and automotive glass such as windscreens.
By enabling accurate measurement of reflective surfaces, the system supports quality control across a range of manufacturing processes.
Portfolio expansion and industrial relevance
The ECCO X 050G extends the existing ECCO X product family, complementing earlier models and broadening the range of applications for inline 3D metrology.
The development reflects increasing demand for inspection systems capable of handling complex materials while maintaining production speed and accuracy.
Conclusion: Expanding capabilities of inline metrology
With the introduction of the ECCO X 050G, SmartRay addresses a key limitation in industrial inspection by enabling reliable 3D measurement of reflective and transparent surfaces. The solution supports improved quality control and process optimisation across advanced manufacturing sectors.
Edited by an industrial journalist, Lekshman Ramdas, with AI assistance.
www.smartray.com
SmartRay has launched the ECCO X 050G, a 3D sensor designed to enable high-precision inline inspection of reflective and transparent materials such as glass, expanding the capabilities of its ECCO X sensor range.
Context: Challenges in inspecting reflective surfaces
Inline metrology systems are widely used for quality control in high-speed manufacturing, but reflective and transparent materials such as glass present challenges for conventional 3D laser triangulation methods.
Industries including electronics, automotive, and optics require accurate inspection of such surfaces to ensure product quality and process reliability.
Technology: 3D scanning for reflective materials
The ECCO X 050G integrates SmartRay’s glass-scanning technology into the ECCO X platform, enabling measurement of shiny and transparent surfaces while maintaining high resolution and speed.
Using a blue laser wavelength (450 nm), the system improves data capture on reflective materials, delivering consistent 3D measurement results where traditional methods are less effective.
Performance: High-speed, high-resolution measurement
The sensor provides a scan rate of up to 40 kHz and captures up to 163 million data points per second. It delivers vertical resolution in the range of 2.2–2.9 µm and lateral resolution of 11–13 µm, supporting precise measurement of fine surface features.
With 4,096 points per profile and a measurement range of 15 mm, the system is designed for detailed inspection in demanding production environments.
Design: Compact and integration-ready
The ECCO X 050G is designed with a compact form factor, supporting integration into space-constrained production lines. It includes Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, encoder interfaces, and configurable input/output options for synchronisation with industrial systems.
The system supports flexible triggering and data acquisition, enabling deployment in automated inspection processes.
Applications: Electronics, optics, and automotive
The sensor is suited for applications including inspection of mobile device components, semiconductor elements, camera and eyewear lenses, and automotive glass such as windscreens.
By enabling accurate measurement of reflective surfaces, the system supports quality control across a range of manufacturing processes.
Portfolio expansion and industrial relevance
The ECCO X 050G extends the existing ECCO X product family, complementing earlier models and broadening the range of applications for inline 3D metrology.
The development reflects increasing demand for inspection systems capable of handling complex materials while maintaining production speed and accuracy.
Conclusion: Expanding capabilities of inline metrology
With the introduction of the ECCO X 050G, SmartRay addresses a key limitation in industrial inspection by enabling reliable 3D measurement of reflective and transparent surfaces. The solution supports improved quality control and process optimisation across advanced manufacturing sectors.
Edited by an industrial journalist, Lekshman Ramdas, with AI assistance.
www.smartray.com
