What is optical micrometer?

Similar to laser micrometers, optical micrometers are thrubeam sensors that measure any object that blocks the light passing from the transmitter to receiver. These sensors are designed without moving parts to provide accurate measurement without regular maintenance.

What is an optical micrometer used for?

The Optical Micrometer is capable of making non-contact measurements on any surface, curved or flat. This instrument is useful for measuring depth of scratches, fractures, crazing, embedded voids and thickness of transparent materials (i.e. glass, acrylic).

How does an optical micrometer work?

The laser beam is deflected at constant speed by a turning mirror positioned at the focus of a transmitting lens, so as to obtain a parallel-moving scanning beam in the measuring field. During the scanning period, the laser beam intercepts the object being measured and casts its shadow onto the receiver.

What is the depth of a Taber 966A micrometer?

Model 966A provides 200x power, which allows depth measurement up to 0.260″. Both models are supplied with a standard tripod base that can be used on flat or simple curved surfaces.

What is the depth of an optical micrometer?

The Optical Micrometer is designed with a rugged housing and easy-to-read vernier scale. Model 966 provides 100x power permitting depth measurement up to 0.665″. Model 966A provides 200x power, which allows depth measurement up to 0.260″. Both models are supplied with a standard tripod base that can be used on flat or simple curved surfaces.

What can a Taber optical micrometer be used for?

This instrument is useful for measuring depth of scratches, fractures, crazing, embedded voids and thickness of transparent materials (i.e. glass, acrylic). It can also measure scratches, cracks, corrosion, pits, blemishes, small dents and other imperfections.