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Akrometrix makes no warranty of any kind with respect to this TherMoiré® is a registered information. trademark of Akrometrix, LLC. Akrometrix shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damage alleged in connection with the furnishing or use of this information.
Table Top Shadow Moiré User Manual Contents 1 Introduction ......................... 4 Overview ......................4 Warnings and Precautions .................. 4 System Configuration ..................6 System Components ................... 6 Technical Support ....................8 2 System Set-up and Use ....................9 System Set-up ..................... 9 System Shutdown ....................
Table Top Shadow Moiré User Manual 1 Introduction Overview The Akrometrix Table Top Shadow Moiré (TTSM) is a small-scale system designed to measure sample surface warpage at room temperature. It uses a full-field, non-contact optical technique called shadow moiré in combination with automated image processing.
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1.2.3 System Operating Precautions Do not install additional software on the TTSM computer, change computer system settings, or upgrade system software or hardware without consulting Akrometrix. Unauthorized modifications can cause problems in normal system operation. In order to eliminate any eye, hand, or back strain, adjust the monitor and keyboard cart for ease and comfort of use.
Table Top Shadow Moiré User Manual System Configuration A Line Light E Heat Sink I Sample Tray B Camera F Door J Mirror C Lens G Sample Drawer K Grating Support D Light Source H Grating L Motor Stage Figure 1.3 Overall System Components System Components This system contains four main hardware components.
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200 lines per inch. These frequencies, when combined with appropriate camera lenses, allow the user good accuracy at a variety of part sizes and working distances. Please see Table 1.1 and the Akrometrix Optical Techniques and Analyses 101 document for more details.
Atlanta, GA 30345 When contacting Akrometrix, please provide the system serial number, the version numbers of the Akrometrix software being used, a description of the problem or question, and contact information for reply. If the question concerns a particular measurement or analysis, please provide electronic copies of the phase images, reference images, and final results and a description of data acquisition and/or analysis conditions.
Table Top Shadow Moiré User Manual 2 System Set-up and Use System Set-up 1. Turn the TTSM system on. a. Ensure that the TTSM System is correctly connected to the computer (see Section A.2). b. Turn on the light source and ensure that it is set to 100% power. 2.
Loss of resolution on samples with a wide range of reflectivity. Fine pitch surface patterns. For further troubleshooting details, please see the Surface Analysis User Manual as well as the Akrometrix Optical Techniques and Analyses 101 manual. Page 10 of 14 40-5000-8100 Rev. A...
Table Top Shadow Moiré User Manual Appendix A - Miscellaneous Information A.1 Equipment Ratings Electrical 100 – 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz Supply Voltage Full Load Amp Rating 10 A Mechanical Footprint 490 (w) x 531 (d) x 678 (h) mm Weight 32 kg (70.5 lbs) A.2 Installation and Assembly...
Table Top Shadow Moiré User Manual A.3 Transport When transporting the TTSM system to a new location, Akrometrix recommends that certain components be removed from the system and packed separately. These include: Grating System Mirror Camera lenses (place lens caps on lenses, both ends, and a cap over the...
A.5.1 Stage Lubrication A syringe of lubricant called Lubriplate (see Figure A.3) is supplied with each Akrometrix system. This lubricant should be applied to the stage leadscrews at 6 month intervals. The procedure to do so is as follows. Figure A.3 Lubriplate Stage Lubricant 1.
A.5.2 Servicing the Light Source The LED light source in the TTSM has a serviceable life of ~50,000 hours. If any problems are encountered with this light source, contact your local Akrometrix representative for repair or replacement. A.6 Camera Lens Clean the lens as needed.
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