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32SS Optical Comparator

The 32SS offers the same quality features as the 32P Horizontal Beam comparator, however the 32SS offers an offset screen for working with large overlay applications. This machine has an erect correct image, a 9.5" working distance and through the lens surface illumination.

Feature List

  • 32" (800mm) Vertical screen for optimum viewing of erect and correct image
  • High resolution ground glass screen with calibration reticle, 90 degree cross lines and chart clips
  • Machined chart ring with vernier protractor, 1 minute graduation facilitates optimal alignment
  • 6 position motorized lens turret with selector switch
  • Coated telecentric parfocal optics
  • Floor leveling screws and heavy duty steel feet
  • Linear Scale Resolution 0.00025mm/.00001"
  • Solid cast iron nickel plated stage
  • Solid crossed roller stage system
  • Triple universal dovetails
  • 36" x 8" Overall size
  • 500 lbs capacity
  • 18" X Axis motorized adjustment
  • 14" Y Axis motorized adjustment
  • Joystick control in X, Y and Focus Axes
  • ±15 Degree true parfocal helix stage adjustment, with 5 minute vernier
  • Quartz halogen light source fan cooled and electronically dimmed for long lamp life
  • Extra bright through lens surface illumination via LED
  • NIST traceable calibration certificate
  • 2 Year limited warranty

Optional Features

  • External edge detection
  • Internal edge detection
  • Output for electronic rotary screen protractor (Q axis) with selectable 1 minute or 1/100 of a degree resolution
  • Choice of readout options
  • CNC computer controlled readout systems
  • 24" extended stage travel on "X" axis
  • Harsh Environment package
  • Extended hood & curtains

Profile Illumination
Built-in 24V/150W direct collimated halogen
Surface Illumination
LED Lights
Screen Size
32” (800mm) Ground glass with cross-lines
Stage Specs
Cast iron, nickel plated, 36” x 8”, triple dovetails
Stage Travel X
18” (460mm), Motorized
Stage Travel Y
14” (355m), Motorized
Stage Focus
3” (75mm), Motorized & 9.5" of working distance
Stage Accuracy
Within +/- 0.004mm +[(L/20).001]
Scale Resolution
0.00025mm/.000010”
Repeatability of Scales
+/- 1 Scale count (0.00025mm/.000010”)
Lens Magnification
5x, 10x, 20x, 25x, 31.25x, 50x, 62.5x, 100x
Profile Accuracy
+/- .10%
Surface Accuracy
+/- .15%
Power Requirements
120V or 240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 10 Amp
Weight
5100 lbs/2313 kg
Warranty
2 years
NIST Cert
Yes

Attachment Size
Optical Comparators Overview 1.24 MB
Optical Comparators How-to 85.99 KB
Accessories 778.94 KB
Digital Readouts 359.07 KB
M2 Software 380.44 KB
Workstage Tooling 773.23 KB
Workstage Tooling Page 2 750.59 KB

Part Number
Lens Magnification
5X
Max Part Diameter
630mm
Focal Distance
315mm
Lens Face Diameter
196mm

M2 display

Metlogix M2 Readout

Part Number
M2
Manufacturer
Metlogix

Fixture Banking Plates 6" x 1"

Fixture Banking Plates 6" x 1"

Part Number
ACC-BF
Feature List
  • Precision ground steel
  • Reversible for left or right bank
  • Can be used on horizontal stages
  • Part# ACC-BF 6" x 1" (150x25mm)

Fixture Banking plates 3" x 2.5"

Fixture Banking plates 3" x 2.5"

Part Number
ACC-LBF
Feature List
  • Precision ground steel
  • Reversible for left or right bank
  • Can be used on horizontal stages
  • Part# ACC-LBF 3" x 2.5" (75x63mm)

Precision V Block

Precision V Block

Part Number
ACC-VB1
Feature List
  • 90 degree V 2.7" (70mm)high
  • Hardened and ground steel
  • Precision V block

1.25" Precision Fixture Vise

1.25" Precision Fixture Vise

Part Number
ACC-V1
Feature List
  • Jaw opening of 1.25" (32mm)
  • Precision ground steel
  • Vertical and horizontal V

2.12" Precision Fixture Vise

2.12" Precision Fixture Vise

Part Number
ACC-V2
Feature List
  • Jaw opening of 2.12" (54mm)
  • Precision ground steel
  • Vertical and horizontal V

Vertical glass fixture

Vertical glass fixture

Part Number
ACC-VF7x5
Feature List
  • Used to mount flat parts on horizontal comparators
  • 7" x 5" (178x127mm) glass
  • 2 Chart clips & V

Precision Vise Stand

Precision Vise Stand

Part Number
ACC-PVS
Feature List
  • For use with ACC-V1 vise only.
  • Fixture to hold vise in 2 axes (ACC-V1 sold separately)

1.25" Rotary Vise Stage

1.25" Rotary Vise Stage

Part Number
ACC-RV1
Feature List
  • Jaw opening of 1.25" (32mm)
  • Precision ground steel
  • Positions vise in X, Y, or Z axis
  • 360 degree rotation with 1 degree graduation

2.12" Rotary Vise Stage

2.12" Rotary Vise Stage

Part Number
ACC-RV2
Feature List
  • Jaw opening of 2.12" (54mm)
  • Precision ground steel
  • Positions vise in X, Y, or Z axis
  • 360 degree rotation with 1 degree graduation

Bench Centers

Bench Centers

Part Number
ACC-VBC5.38
Feature List
  • Matched ground hardened steel
  • 90 degree V
  • 5.385" (137mm) tall
  • 3/4" (19mm) diameter centers with fine adjustment
  • 1.25" (32mm) fixed center

Heavy Duty V Block & Center Kit

Heavy Duty V Block & Center Kit

Part Number
ACC-VBCHD
Feature List
  • Matched ground cast iron
  • 90 degree V
  • 5" (127mm) tall
  • 1" (25mm) diameter centers with interchangeable Morse taper insert and clamps

Machinable Fixture Blocks

Machinable Fixture Blocks

Part Number
ACC-FBX
Feature List
  • Used to make custom fixtures
  • Precision machined steel
  • 2" (50mm) Part #ACC-FB2
  • 4" (100mm) Part #ACC-FB4
  • 6" (150mm) Part #ACC-FB6
  • 8" (200mm) Part #ACC-FB8

Precision V Block & Center Kit

Precision V Block & Center Kit

Part Number
ACC-VBC2.5
Feature List
  • Matched ground hardened steel
  • 90 degree V
  • 2.7" (70mm) tall
  • 1" (25mm) diameter centers with interchangeable Morse taper insert and clamps

Glass Reading Master

Glass Reading Master

Part Number
ACC-MAGMM
Feature List
  • 3" X 16" Overall size
  • 14" scale
  • Fitted storage box
  • NIST Traceable accuracy certification
  • For magnification calibration (measuring the projected image)

Calibration Projection Master

Calibration Projection Master

Part Number
ACC-MAGPM
Feature List
  • Chrome targets with 6" x 3" rule
  • Inch/metric graduations
  • Fitted storage box
  • NIST Traceable accuracy certification
  • For linear calibration and projection of magnification image

Projection Master Stand

Projection Master Stand

Part Number
ACC-MAGPMF
Feature List
  • Designed to accurately hold and protect ACC-MAGPM during use on horizontal optical comparators
  • Precision ground base
  • Wooden storage box

Iris Diaphragm

Iris Diaphragm 24"/32"Models

Part Number
ACC-24/32ID
Feature List
  • Part #ACC-24/32ID for 24" & 32" floor models
  • Mounts over condenser
  • Used to improve collimation and reduce glare
  • Improved measurement accuracy for cylindrical parts

Green Filter

Green Filter 24"/32"Models

Part Number
ACC-24/32GF
Feature List
  • Part #ACC-24/32GF for 24" & 32" floor models
  • Mounts over condenser
  • Monochromatic filter increases contrast
  • Reduces optical aberrations
  • Reduces operator eye fatigue

Polarizing Filter

Polarizing Filter 24"/32"Models

Part Number
ACC-24/32PF
Feature List
  • Part #ACC-24/32PF for 24" & 32" floor models
  • Mounts over condenser
  • Used to reduce glare on ground parts
  • Improves contrast on translucent plastic