About The Optimap; Tm Psd - Rhopoint Optimap3 PSD Operating Instructions Manual

About the Optimap

TM PSD
Optimap™ PSD – The technology
Optimap™ PSD is an advanced portable handheld instrument capable of performing fast, full field 3D surface
measurements.
Using an optical measurement technique known as Phase Stepped Deflectometry (PSD) it objectively
measures and characterises many aspects of surface quality including texture, waviness and local defects
including orange peel, inclusions, dents, and scratches.
The instrument has a large area of measurement (65 mm x 54 mm) allowing the instrument to analyse larger
structure sizes that are visible from longer distances.
A lateral resolution of 37µm and fixed reference plane also allows the device to detect surface defects that are
invisible to the naked eye.
Optimap requires no movement over the surface as all measurements are made optically therefore
preventing any damage during operation. Although surface contact is needed, the devices measurement port
is rubberised to protect it during operation. Measurement results are displayed in graphical, image map and
numeric format according to the measurement scale selected.
A wide range of surface finishes can be measured from low gloss (2.0GU@60°) to mirror finish allowing the
complete characterisation of manufacturing processes from machining, moulding, and forming, through to
surface preparation and final coating.
Further technical information about PSD can be found later in this manual.
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