Accurate, robust, and easy to use
Built to perform even in harsh conditions
Easier to set up and use than ever
The latest Absolute Arm 6 Axis delivers market-leading accuracy, on average 8% improved over previous versions, for scanning and probing in the widest-ever range of production and product development processes.
Engineered to operate flawlessly in demanding industrial environments, preventing water and dust particle ingress, withstanding vibrations from heavy machinery, temperature, and humidity extremes
Even for less experienced operators. Ergonomic designs, connected technologies and smart interfaces minimise set up times, ensure measurement reliability and increase productivity.
Probes and Scanners
IP54
Productivity
Ease-Of-Use
Connected
Range
A wide range of easily interchangeable, compatible devices. With some 100 probes available within the Absolute Arm accessory range to meet every tactile measurement need. The Absolute Arm 6 Axis is also compatible with the entry-level HP-L-8.9 Laser Scanner.
Offering the best protection available against water and particle ingress – the first measurement arm to be IP54 rated for dusty and wet conditions. The Absolute Arm range can now withstand ambient temparatures of up to 45 degrees Celsius – thanks to its robust, Advanced Frame Structure. Reassurance in all industrial situations – as well as confidence in new more harsh conditions.
Unparalleled productivity. Quick and easy switching between a wide range of modular devices, fast measurements, zero warm up times, wifi connectivity and software compatibility, hotswap batteries, inline conditions monitoring and a weightless arm.
Collaborative feedback alerts users and helps ensure reliability even in noisy, vibration filled environments. The Modular wrist improves user comfort, allowing longer work periods, and the ability to measure in tight spaces, enabling operators to gather more details of each part. A Zero G or weightless arm, on-wrist touchscreen for control and display of results and notifications.
Robust, stable Wi-Fi means cables are avoided in all industrial environments. Absolute Arm models are compatible with all major metrology data and asset management tools.
The Absolute Arm is available in three models, three accuracy levels and seven sizes: 36 different configurations. The Models – Compact, 6 Axis and 7 Axis – have 3 accuracy Levels, 83, 85 and 87. Sizes range from the 1.2 metre diameter measurement volume of the Compact to, for the other models a range of measurement volume diameters from 2.0 - 4.5 metres.
Features & Benefits
Probing and Scanning
High-accuracy touch probing performance while also compatible with the entry-level HP-L-8.9 Laser scanner. The Absolute Arm 6-Axis is a multifunctional measurement tool that delivers clear productivity improvements through increased accuracy, versatility, robustness and ease of use.
High-accuracy touch probing performance while also compatible with the entry-level HP-L-8.9 Laser scanner. The Absolute Arm 6-Axis is a multifunctional measurement tool that delivers clear productivity improvements through increased accuracy, versatility, robustness and ease of use.
Absolute Encoders
Placed in every articulated joint of the Absolute Arm, making it the only portable measuring arm on the market to eliminate encoder referencing and frustrating system warm-up times, boosting productivity while delivering high-end accuracy, even in confined spaces.
Advanced Frame Structure
Built on a foundation of high-tech carbon-fibre tube construction, the Absolute Arm maintains strength and thermal stability under any environmental conditions, offering reliable accuracy whatever the environment
Complete Protection
The world’s first portable measuring arm with an IP54 rating, and guaranteed functionality in temperatures of up to 45 degrees Celsius, the Absolute Arm is the perfect partner for measurement in even the most challenging environmental conditions.
Precise, Effortless Movement
Counterbalanced "Zero G" arms help ensure accuracy and minimise user fatigue in operation, especially in crampled conditions.
Counterbalanced "Zero G" arms help ensure accuracy and minimise user fatigue in operation, especially in crampled conditions.
Security and Protection
Stowing and locking in place, with HomeDock and SmartLock functions, ensures that the arm is secure between measures and when not in use, and helps to avoid misalignment.
Essential security
Stow and lock in place the Absolute Arm between measurements with the HomeDock and SmartLock functions, ensuring that scanners and probes remain undamaged and factory-accurate.
Real-Time User Feedback
With haptic feedback functions, the user is alerted to any problems, without having to see the computer screen, in even the harshest industrial environments.
Absolute portability
Even the largest Absolute Arm 6-Axis systems weigh only 10.5 kilograms, making setup and repositioning a quick and easy process, while the functionally designed and shock-resistant carry case keeps everything secure during transport.
ISO certification
The probing accuracy of the Absolute Arm 6-Axis is certified according to ISO 10360-12 as standard, allowing users to maintain consistent certification.
Asset management
Every Absolute Arm is now compatible with the Metrology Asset Manager solution, allowing users to monitor arm health and performance in real time from anywhere in the world.
Technological foundation
The Absolute Arm 6-Axis is part of the 8th generation of Portable Measuring Arms, whose legacy dates back to the mid 1970's. Today, all Absolute Arm systems benefit from a 2 year warranty as standard and the largest global service network of any metrology provider.
