Hexagon 80-471 Ball Bar / Ball Bar Sphere – Brown & Sharpe / Tesa
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Description
The Hexagon 80-471 Ball Bar/Ball Bar Sphere, manufactured by Brown & Sharpe/Tesa, represents a cutting-edge solution for precision measurement and calibration of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs). This ball bar system consists of a high-quality ball bar and a ball bar sphere, both meticulously crafted to exacting standards to ensure accuracy and reliability in CMM calibration procedures. The ball bar serves as a dynamic reference artifact, enabling comprehensive assessment of CMM performance by simulating complex measurement paths. Its spherical design and precise dimensions allow for precise evaluation of machine errors such as scale linearity, volumetric accuracy, and positioning repeatability. With its versatility and robust construction, the Hexagon 80-471 Ball Bar/Ball Bar Sphere is an indispensable tool for maintaining the accuracy and performance of CMMs across various industries.
Specifications
– Ball Bar Length: Available in various lengths ranging from [specify minimum length] to [specify maximum length] millimeters to accommodate different CMM sizes and measurement requirements.
– Ball Diameter: Precision-machined ball with a diameter of [specify diameter] millimeters, ensuring consistent and accurate measurement reference.
– Material: Constructed from high-grade steel or other materials with excellent dimensional stability and durability.
– Accuracy: Precision-ground surfaces and meticulous calibration ensure accuracy within micrometers or better over the entire length of the ball bar.
– Spherical Form: Spherical form deviation within ±[specify spherical form deviation] micrometers ensures uniform contact with CMM probing systems for accurate measurement evaluation.
– Surface Finish: Highly polished surfaces minimize wear and friction, ensuring smooth movement and consistent contact with CMM probing systems.
– Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of CMM brands and models, facilitating seamless integration into existing metrology setups.
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Our Capabilities
Micro Precision can perform instrument calibration services on equipment from variety of applications for specific industries and lines of business. If you have a calibration need that is not listed in this area, please contact us.
Electrical
Micro Precision accredited electrical calibration lab services with multimeter, multifunction calibrator, oscilloscope, and power supply capabilities.
Optical
Micro Precision accredited optical, light, and fiber optic calibration lab services.
Thermodynamics & Chemical
Micro Precision accredited thermodynamic & chemical calibration lab services with temperature, humidity, life science, and pharma capabilities.
RF - Microwave
Micro Precision accredited RF & microwave calibration lab services.
Mechanical & Dimensional
Micro Precision accredited mechanical and dimensional calibration lab services with pressure, torque, force, flow, velocity, and aircraft jack load capabilities.
Laboratory Standards
Calibration laboratory standards are critical for your organization’s most accurate measurements.
Semiconductor Calibration
Micro Precision utilizes state-of-the-art technology to analyze semiconductor wafer thickness and step height.


