REAL-TIME ANGLE METROLOGY
F-POWER Iris Plus Angle Measurement System
Advanced laser-based measurement technology with automatic angle correction for precision bending operations. The IRIS Plus integrates a high-speed digital camera and image processing system for real-time feedback, eliminating manual measurement errors and compensating for material springback.
- Universal tool compatibility: Works with V8-V35mm dies and all standard punch profiles
- ±0.1° measurement accuracy within 3.6 meter working range
- Collision-avoidance system prevents contact with workpieces
- Precision measurement on perforated materials and complex geometries
- Non-contact measurement principle ensures reliability in heavy-duty environments
- Real-time correction algorithms adapt to material variations during bending
AUTOMATED ANGLE CONTROL
LaserCheck® Real-time Bending Compensation System
Integrated with Data-M Engineering's precision algorithms, our fully-automatic laser measurement system achieves ±0.1° bend angle accuracy in single bending operations. Eliminating material springback errors across carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper substrates without manual intervention.
- Universal Material Compatibility: Accurately measures thickness variations from 0.5-25mm regardless of surface oxidation or rolling patterns
- Real-time CNC Integration: 100Hz data refresh rate synchronizes with Y1/Y2 axis control and deflection compensation systems
- Collision-Proof Design: Motorized sensor retraction mechanism prevents workpiece impact during high-speed operation
- Dynamic Learning Mode: AI-powered algorithms memorize material rebound characteristics after initial measurement for batch processing efficiency
- Multi-Point Compensation: Simultaneous measurement at 3 positions (left/center/right) detects asymmetric deformation
- Thermal Drift Immunity: Patented temperature compensation (ZL2023 3 0567890.2) maintains accuracy in 0-50°C operating range
Performance Parameters
Technical Specifications & Capabilities
Variable working distance: 50-300mm dynamic adjustment range with ±0.1mm positioning accuracy Die width compatibility: Supports up to 60mm tooling without mechanical reconfiguration Automatic height compensation: Real-time Z-axis tracking at 100Hz sampling rate High-speed data transfer: GigE Vision interface with 1Gbps throughput & <1ms latency Optical system: S-Mount lenses with <0.1% distortion / fixed f/2.8 aperture Measurement range: Full 0°-180° coverage with 0.01° angular resolution
Operating Principle & Correction Technology
Laser triangulation: 650nm Class 2M laser projects reference line on sheet metal surface High-speed imaging: 2MP global shutter CMOS captures at 120fps with HDR capability Geometric calculation: Angle derived from beam-camera axis intersection geometry Springback compensation: Material-specific algorithms reduce bending force by 15-30% Closed-loop correction: Real-time CNC adjustment during ram descent phase
Precision Measurement Workflow
Laser projection onto bending area
Real-time image acquisition & processing
Instantaneous angle calculation (20ms cycle)
Springback prediction & force adjustment
CNC ram position correction during bending