NEW Image Dimension Measurement System

IM-6120 Series
Wide-field Model
Wide-field Model

Instant
Measurement
IM Series Image Dimension
Measurement System

200 mm
Wide-field Model
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 Faster and
More PRECISE
Optical
comparator Just Place and Press
A Completely New Way of Inspecting Parts

Image dimension
measurement system

Measuring How can functionality be improved while retaining

microscope
the advantages of conventional measurement systems?
After facing this question squarely and thoroughly,
we have reached an answer:
Combine revolutionary technology with a cutting edge
user interface.

By providing both overwhelming measurement speed

Optical CMM
and high measurement accuracy, the IM Series
image dimension measurement system changes your
measurement operations dramatically.

Comparison with various measurement systems

Hand caliper/
micrometer Measurement Individual
User friendliness Data management
time differences

Optical comparator × × ✓ ×

Measuring microscope × × ✓ ×

Optical CMM × ✓ × ✓
GD&T and Profile
Measurement System × ✓ × ✓

Hand caliper ✓ × ✓ ×

IM Series ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
GD&T and Profile
Measurement
System

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 Four Advantages

Drastically Reduced Eliminating

Measurement Time Operator Error

Conventional Conventional

Manual part positioning and focus adjustment are Measurement results vary depending on habits and skill
required. The more the measurement points, levels of individual operators such as a measurement point
the longer the time required for measurement. selection, part alignment procedure, and focus position.

Example: ? mm
When 300 or more seconds are required to measure Different results among different operators...
10 points with an optical comparator
Operator A Operator B Operator C

300 seconds or more

Optical
comparator Positioning time Focus adjustment time Measurement time

78.4 mm < 78.6 mm < 78.8 mm

IM Series IM Series

No individual differences!
5 seconds or less
Operator A Operator B Operator C

IM Series No need for focus adjustment and positioning

78.6 mm = 78.6 mm = 78.6 mm

Measurement requires only placing a target The location and orientation of a target are
on the stage and pressing the measurement automatically adjusted and measurement is
start button. This simple operation enables 99 performed using the specified points. Manual
features to be measured in seconds, leading to operations, which used to cause measurement
significant reduction in time required for dimension differences are not required such as measurement
measurement. point selection, edge alignment, and focus
adjustment.

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Easy Data Easy Operation
Management for Everyone

Conventional Conventional

Data management requires time and effort such as The higher the magnification, the narrower the field
recording results on paper and entering data into of view, which decreases operation efficiency and
a PC. user friendliness.

1 MEASUREMENT COMPLETE

2 FILLOUT AN INSPECTION RECORD

Partial view of a target,
3 INPUT DATA TO A PC requiring point-by-point
measurement
4 PROCESS WITH SPREADSHEET SOFTWARE

5 PREPARE AN ANALYSIS/INSPECTION REPORT

IM Series IM Series

1 MEASUREMENT COMPLETE Industry first

Captures the entire

PREPARE AN ANALYSIS/ image of a target and
2
INSPECTION REPORT measures
simultaneously
Inspection report

Measurement results are saved automatically in The IM Series enables you to set measurement
the controller. Manual operations such as statistics points while checking the entire image of a target.
management of measurement results and data In addition, measurement points can be selected
transfer to a PC can also be done easily. simply with the mouse. This ensures simple
operation for everyone.

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 Optical Technologies for Achieving
“Place-and-Press” Measurement

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Clear focus regardless of height differences Target viewed from front

KEYENCE’s specifically designed lens

Zoom lens IM Series
provides a super wide field of view.
Coupled with the Auto-Focus
capability, the IM Series ensures the
part is always in focus regardless of
height differences. This allows for
optimal accuracy at all times without
worrying about setup.
The image is out of focus due to height differences The image is in focus regardless of height
differences

Target viewed
Apparent feature size not affected by height differences from upper right

A telecentric lens maintains a constant Zoom lens IM Series

image size regardless of height
differences of a target. This allows
accurate measurement of targets with
uneven surfaces.

Less distortion even along circumference

A lens with a low distortion even for
Zoom lens IM Series
the area along the outer edge of the
field of view. Targets can be measured
without concerns of their placement.

The area along the outer edge is shown distorted The image is less distorted throughout the field
of view

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 High-precision Stage for Achieving
“Place-and-Press” Measurement

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Achieving twice* the measurement range as conventional systems
A newly developed high-precision
stage enables multiple images to be
stitched so that you can measure an Image binding
entire target simultaneously even
when it is not contained in the same + +
field of view.
* Comparison with our IM-6015/6025 Series

Measurement and setup possible with the entire target in view

Everyone can operate this system Conventional method IM Series
easily because not only the entire
target can be measured simultaneously
but also measurement points can be
specified while checking the entire
image.

Partial view of a target

Stage technologies that support measurement

High-precision stage Without adjustment IM Series
with high linearity
Turning force applied High linearity
Range of FOV Range of FOV
High linearity is achieved by using Measured dimension

precision cross roller bearings for high

Smaller difference
accuracy and increased rigidity. Actual dimension between actual and
measured dimensions
Stage movement Stage movement

Specifically designed,
high-precision linear scale
A specifically designed linear scale
is mounted to achieve dimension
measurement accuracy in micron
increments. Linear scale
module

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 Measurement Time Drastically Reduced through Unparalleled Speed
Just Place and Press to Complete Dimension Measurement

MEASUREMENT COMPLETE

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Industry first

Pattern search for automatic location and orientation correction

The location and orientation of the
target placed on the measurement
stage are automatically detected and
measured based on the recorded
shape of the target. There is no need
for positioning of the target or
preparation of a jig at the beginning of
measurement.

Industry first

Simultaneous measurement of 99 features by capturing an entire part

This is a completely new
measurement system which measures
by capturing the entire image of
a target within the field of view.
Measurement is completed in a short
time because all features are
measured after the entire image is
captured.

Industry first

Batch measurement for further reduction in measurement time

The dimensions of all targets on the
stage are measured simultaneously.
Even when the targets are placed
randomly, their locations and
orientations are detected and
measured automatically.

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 61.200 mm
61.200 mm

61.200 mm

61.200 mm

61.200 mm

Same Results no Matter who Carried Out the Measurement

Latest Image Processing Technology Eliminates Individual Differences

61.200 mm
61.200 mm
61.200 mm

61.200 mm

61.200 mm

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Sub-pixel processing for measurement down to
one hundredth or less of one pixel
Sub-pixel processing allows one pixel One pixel of the light
receiving element
on the light receiving element to
essentially be processed as 100 or
more pixels. This allows for
One pixel is
high-resolution measurement even
divided into
with a wider field of view.
100 or more
squares
Without sub-pixel processing With sub-pixel processing
The target is measured by one pixel of the The target is measured by one hundredth or
light receiving element. less of a pixel of the light receiving element.

A line or circle is recognised using 100 or more points*

The shape of a line or circle used for
measurement is recognised by the
least square fit algorithm using
approximately 100 points detected
automatically. Using many points
ensures stable measurement.
* The exact number of points is user adjustable
for optimal detection.

About 100 points are detected automatically. The shape is recognised by the least square method
using the detected points.

Eliminating discrepancies in results caused by burrs and chips

During the extraction of a line or circle,
the system eliminates the influence of
burrs or chips by ignoring points at
abnormal locations in comparison with
other points. It is also possible to set
the system to interrupt measurement
when burrs or chips are found.

Options for processing abnormal points, Abnormal points (red points) are ignored during shape
burrs, and chips recognition.

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 Data Management
as You Like It
This Single System Covers All from
Data Management to Analysis

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Automatic calculation of major statistical values.
Group extraction is also easy.
Critical statistical values required for
inspection reports are automatically
calculated and displayed, including
maximum, minimum, average, σ, 3σ
and Cpk. You can also set various
conditions for group extraction for
Groups can be extracted on various
statistical, analysis, and inspection conditions.
records.

Critical statistical values required for inspection reports are provided

by default.

Trend graph/histogram functions for on-site analysis of

product trends and variations
The trend graph/histogram function
allows on site analysis of production
trends and variations. Quick feedback
helps quality management prevent
production of defective parts.

The trend graph shows tendencies of a product at a Histogram settings can be adjusted as required.
quick glance.

Data can be used easily in reports or spreadsheet software.

Inspection records and analysis
reports can be prepared with the press
of a button. No additional work is
required such as data transcription or
input to a PC. It is also easy to import
measurement data to spreadsheet
software for processing.

Inspection records and reports can be prepared Measurement data can also be used easily on
easily. spreadsheet software.

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 Easy Operation for Everyone
The higher the magnification, the narrower the field of view, which decreases operation efficiency and
user friendliness. The IM Series enables you to set measurement points while checking the entire image
of a target. In addition, measurement points can be selected simply with the mouse. This ensures simple
operation for everyone.

Just click the points to be measured with the mouse

To set up feature inspections, just
select the desired tool from the menu
and roughly specify the measurement
points on the screen with the mouse.
Since the entire image of a target is
displayed, you can set details
intuitively through simple mouse
operations.

Select a desired measurement type from the menu. Roughly specify the measurement points with the
mouse.

NEW

Automatic focus adjustment of targets with height differences

The focus is also adjusted
automatically according to the shape
Only upper image is
of the target. The system is even in focus

capable of focusing on different

surfaces on the same part for the
same measurement, allowing greater
Only lower image
flexibility. is in focus

Even when the target is out of focus due to The focus is automatically adjusted for
height differences... measurement

Easy measurement using centre lines or virtual points

Various options are available for
facilitating the measurement using
centre lines or virtual points for which
complicated setup was required.
Moreover, a special menu is available
for measuring small rounded corners,
curved surfaces, and geometric
tolerances such as position or
concentricity.
Various options including a midline Various options from basic measurement to geometric dimensioning and
and intersection. tolerancing

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 Industry first

Automatic element extraction function

Just specify the points along the
perimeter of the target, and the
element required for measurement
such as a “line”, “circle” or “arc” is
automatically extracted. All you have to
do now is select an option for
measurement and click the extracted
element.

Highlight the target area. Any lines, circles, or arcs are extracted automatically.

NEW

Thread tool
A special menu is also available for
thread measurement. Dimensions
required for threading such as outer
and effective diameters can be
measured easily just by surrounding
where to measure with the mouse.

Just surround the thread section Simple measurement also for outer, effective, and root
diameters

Profile comparison function & perimeter measurement

The profile tolerance (difference from
the reference dimension) or perimeter
of a target can be measured.
The reference dimension for the profile
tolerance measurement can be
created from CAD data*.
* Optional software required.

Perimeter measurement (sealing material) Profile tolerance measurement (moulding)

NEW

Consolidate measurement settings

Separate measurement settings can
be bound to one data set. It is also
possible to output one collective result
after successive measurements.

Binding multiple measurement settings Viewable as one result

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 Networking Function & Software
The IM Series is provided with network communication function and various software to improve its
usability further after introduction.
This facilitates communication between field and office as well as onshore and offshore factories.

Central data management

A LAN connection allows you to easily obtain
measurement data or setting files for IM Series Remote
factory
units located in remote locations. You can also PC
Setting file Setting file
send the setting files created on a PC or Server
Internal LAN
one IM Series unit to another IM Series unit.
Managing data centrally on a server reduces
the risk of data loss. Measurement data Measurement data

Statistics/analysis viewer
With the statistics/analysis viewer, the results of
measurement with the IM Series can be checked
also on a PC. This viewer can also be used for
aggregating operations such as statistics/analysis
and report preparation.

Statistics/analysis viewer

Statistical data

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CAD import module [Optional: IM-H1C]
Even when a target is not at hand,
an IM setting file can be created
based on CAD data.
* Measurement setup editor required
separately.

CAD import module Measurement setting data

Measurement setup editor [Optional: IM-H1EE]

The setup editor lets you edit or set up
new setting files all from your PC.

Measurement setup editor Measurement setup

NEW

Data transfer software [Optional: IM-H1T]

The results can be exported directly

from the IM Series to your PC in a
user-defined format.

❙ Operating system environment

Windows XP Professional/Home Edition SP3 or later (32-bit version),

Applicable OS Windows Vista Ultimate/Business/Home Premium/Home Basic SP2 or later (32-bit version),
Windows 7 Ultimate/Professional/Home Premium SP1 (32/64-bit version), preinstalled version

CPU Intel Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz or higher

Memory capacity 2 GB or more
HDD free space 2 GB or more
Display colour 32 bits or more

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 Performance and Reliability for Field Use

Traceability system diagram

The reference scales used for National Metrology Institute of Japan (NMIJ) of National
manufacturing, inspection, and
International standard Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology

calibration conform to the reference

JCSS accredited calibration laboratory Reference scale
scale of JCSS accredited calibration
laboratories to establish traceability
Secondary standard Precision coordinate measuring instrument
back to the national standard.

Common standard Reference scale

Measuring instrument to be calibrated IM Series image dimension measurement system

Highly rigid body and temperature sensor ensures

practical installation anywhere.
The highly rigid body and built-in
Built-in
temperature sensor have enabled temperature sensor
“installation anywhere”. Deformation
is limited as to not affect measurement
and temperature compensation
ensures accurate measurement in
the field.

Frame strength analysis diagram Temperature sensor ensures more stable measurement.

Space-saving design small footprint

In addition to the compact body,
the built-in monitor saves significant
space in the installation process. It can
be installed anywhere. These
important features allow you to take
your lab to the production line for
immediate part feedback.

Small
footprint

Image Measure IM Series Measuring microscope

Projector

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Support System that Ensures Secure Operation after Introduction

Training tools
To enable you to start using this system immediately after
introduction, various training tools are available, including Easy
Setup Manual and Setup Training Cards, so that you can easily
master how to operate the system.
Your First choice in Dimension Measurement Settings Dictionary - Search by Purpose

IM-6000 Image Dimension Measurement System IM-6500 Image Dimension Measuring System
QUICK SETUP MANUAL QUICK SETUP MANUAL II

Quality support only possible with direct sales system

Our comprehensive after-sales service and support through
technical sales representatives with extensive expertise and [[eneral manufacturer[

knowledge can only be achieved by our direct sales system from

the manufacturer where no agents or distributors intervene. It is
ensured that you can consult us immediately whenever you want.
Customer [endor [ gent Manufacturer

[[E[E[CE[

[ir ect sales

Customer [E[E[CE

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 Global Support System

Comprehensive Coverage All Over the World

Canada

United Kingdom United States

China

Germany

Korea

Italy

India
Japan

Taiwan
Belgium Mexico

Thailand Philippines

France
Malaysia
Vietnam

Singapore
Indonesia

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Support system
Our technical sales staff respond promptly to your requests.
We offer not only technical support but also various advices on [Direct sales from manufacturer]
export, import, and customs. Even overseas, we maintain our
direct sales system from the manufacturer so that you can
receive consistent support from selection to startup of a system. Consistent support by technical sales representatives

After-sales
Selection Introduction service

Support in various languages

Not only operation screens on the main unit but also other
materials such as the instruction manual are available in various [Supported languages]
languages. After introduction into overseas production sites, local
staff can also use this system smoothly.
English German French

Italian Simplified Traditional

Chinese Chinese

Thai Korean Japanese

Instant delivery system even for overseas

A wide variety of products are stocked at distribution sites in
each country so that they can be delivered promptly on the day
we receive order. You do not need to worry about if it may take
considerable effort and time to obtain a product from an overseas
factory.

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 Two Types of Illumination for a Wide Range of Measurements

A high intensity green LED light is mounted at the bottom of the head unit. Uniform, parallel
light has been achieved through KEYENCE’s accumulated expertise in lens development.
Backlighting Optimised illumination ensures a wide field of view and stable measurement of targets even
with significant height differences.

Torsion spring Lead frame

Gear Stamped part

A high intensity white LED ring light surrounds the image pickup lens.
Ring The light is divided into four parts along the circumference. These can be turned on/off
individually. These settings are then retained as part of the inspection routine, allowing each
illumination individual feature to have individually optimised lighting settings.

Plastic cap Moulded connector

Ceramic capacitor Keypad

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Optional Illumination

With this illumination unit, the light emitted from the LED light source mounted on the side is
Coaxial illuminated straight downward through a half mirror. This is effective for measurement of
illumination slanting surfaces such as tapered sections or glossy targets.

CA-DXW7 Rivet (ring illumination) Rivet (coaxial illumination)

CA-DXW5A Plastic moulding (ring illumination) Plastic moulding (coaxial illumination)

Low-angle Using a LED light source to illuminate the target from a low angle, it is possible to effectively
light targets with uneven surfaces or diffuse edges.
illumination

CA-DLR12 Plastic cap (ring illumination) Plastic cap (low-angle illumination)

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 System configuration

Head Controller PC software

(shipped together with the main unit)

IM-6120 IM-H1VE
IM-6600E
Wide-field model Statistics/
analysis
viewer

Software (optional)

IM-H1EE IM-H1C IM-H1T

Measurement CAD import Data
setup editor module transfer
software

Options (illumination)

IM-DXW12 CA-DXW7 CA-DXW5A

Scanning coaxial illumination Coaxial illumination Coaxial illumination
(50 x 50 mm) (35 x 35 mm)

CA-DLR12
Low-angle
illumination

OP-87167 OP-87168 OP-87169

IM illumination IM illumination IM illumination
expansion base bracket bracket
(for CA-DXW7) (for CA-DXW5A)

Options (others)

OP-87761 OP-87501
Precision fixturing base Precision fixturing base
(for long measurement target)

Options (stage glass)

OP-87677 OP-87678 OP-87679

Stage glass Sapphire glass Offset glass

[System Configuration Diagram]

Head
IM-6120

Statistics/analysis viewer
Controller Monitor
IM-6600E

Editor software

PC
CAD import module

Inkjet printer
Data transfer software

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Specifications
Controller IM-6600E
Model
Head IM-6120
Image pickup device 1" 6.6 mega pixel CMOS
Display 10.4" LCD monitor (XGA: 1024 x 768), external monitor connectable (clone output)
Light receiving lens Double telecentric lens
Wide-field measurement mode ø100 x 200 mm
Field of view
High-precision measurement mode 25 x 125 mm
Minimum display unit 0.1 μm
Wide-field measurement mode W/o stage movement: ±1 μm With stage movement: ±2 μm
Repetition accuracy
High-precision measurement mode W/o stage movement: ±0.5 μm With stage movement: ±1.5 μm
Wide-field measurement mode W/o binding: ±5 μm*1 With binding: ±(7 + 0.02 L) μm*2
Measurement accuracy (±2σ)
High-precision measurement mode W/o binding: ±2 μm*3 With binding: ±(4 + 0.02 L) μm*4
External remote input No-voltage input (with and without contact)
Comparator output (OK/NG/FAIL) Relay output / Rated load: 24 VDC 0.5 A / ON resistance: 50 mΩ or less
External output LAN RJ-45 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T)
USB 2.0 series A 6 ports (Front: 2, Rear: 4)
Record Hard disk drive 250 GB
Operating ambient temperature +10 to 35°C
Resistance to environment
Operating ambient humidity 20% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Transparent Telecentric transparent illumination (green LED)
Illumination system Ring Four division (white LED)
External Externally connected illumination
Z stage Moving range 30 mm (electric)
Moving range 100 mm (electric)
X stage
Withstand load 1 kg
Voltage 100 to 240 VAC 50/60 Hz
Power supply
Power consumption 215 VA max.
Controller Approx. 8 kg
Weight
Head Approx. 28 kg
*1 In the range of ø80 mm from the centre of the stage at the operating temperature range of +23 ±1°C at the focused focal point position
*2 In the range of ø80 x 180 mm from the centre of the stage at the operating temperature range of +23 ±1°C at the focused focal point position
(L = amount of stage movement in mm units)
*3 In the range of ø20 at the operating temperature range of +23 ±1°C at the focused focal point position
*4 In the range of ø20 x 120 mm at the operating temperature range of +23 ±1°C at the focused focal point position (L = amount of stage movement in mm units)

Measurement points 99 points max. (99 x 9 points possible when the measurement setting binding function is used)
Pattern search (Profile tracking function) XYθ (with 360° rotary position compensation)
Registration of measurement configuration 1000 or more*5
Measurement time 2 sec*6
Distance measurement 8 types (point-point/line-point/line-line/circle-point/circle-line/circle-circle/circle/arc)
Basic measurement function Angle measurement Provided
Calculation Provided
Point Middle point/intersection
Conjunction edge Line conjunction/circular conjunction
Virtual line function
Line 6 types (midline/perpendicular line/parallel lines/tangent line/line passing through the point/approximate line)
Circle Middle circle/approximate circle/auxiliary circle/inscribed and circumscribed circle
Pitch measurement Line/circumference
Pitch angle Line/circumference
Application tool Width measurement Edge width
Thickness measurement Thickness measurement/gap measurement between inner and outer diameters
Special tool Rounded corner/curved surface/oval/reticle/point position/perimeter/area/screw
Shape tolerance Straightness/circularity/profile
GD&T Orientation tolerance Squareness/parallelism
Position tolerance Point position/concentricity
Point Point (on a line or arc) / maximum/minimum (rectangle, circle, arc)
Line Line/centre line/peak line
Element tool Circle Circle/arc/peak circle/peak arc
Profile extraction Provided
Special tool Automatic generation/gauge line
Manual measurement Provided
Coordinate system configuration Provided
Batch configuration of tolerance Provided
Element list editing Provided
Measurement setting data binding function Provided
DXF export function Provided
*5 Depending on the measurement setting data and number of data pieces being stored *6 W/o pattern search, applied measurement, and stage movement

Dimensions
264 Unit: mm

Head Controller
IM-6120 IM-6600E

586

243
343 when X stage is maximally moved) 482

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 General-purpose Model

Just place and press General-purpose type

image dimension measurement system

A totally new dimension measurement system born from

a new concept which eliminates the need for X-Y stages.
With a built-in ø100 optical lens,
this model enables all points in the entire field of view
to be measured in a batch.

Field of view: ø100 mm

IM-6015/6025

High-precision Model

Just place and press even for micro machined parts

High-precision type image dimension measurement system

An innovative stage designed for reducing measurement

time achieves place-and-press measurement even for
micro machined parts.
99 points can be measured in seconds
without concerns of target placement and focus.

Repetition accuracy: ±0.1 μm

IM-6140

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