Surface Macro Ring Light

The surface light can be controlled as one unit, by rings, octants or quadrants, or by individual sectors.

Each sector can be controlled separately to define the image of measuring pieces, eliminate the interference of the shadow part, and enhance the difficult-to-see edges.

Buttons at the bottom of the lighting display allow you to change between these settings. The slider on the right adjusts intensity of the selected channel. You may select a group of sectors by clicking on the sector and holding the Ctrl key or by click and-dragging over multiple sectors.

Examples of 5 rings surface light

Control by Rings

Control by Segments

Control by Octants

Control as a Whole

Long and Short Working Distances

Using the 2X adapter shortens the working distance of the lens. This requires a 2X light ring because it will be closer to the part. A 2X light ring appears brighter with lighting angles closer to horizontal that help enhance difficult edges and chamfers.

Conversely, without the 2X, the working distance is longer; lighting appear slightly dimmer, and lighting angles are closer to vertical.

Additional Information:

The advanced lighting source of Micro-Vu vision measurement system includes surface light, profile light, coaxial light.

Profile Light

The profile light originates below the part. It is the best light to use on through holes and the edges of parts. Using the profile light alone creates a black and white image with sharp, high contrast edges.

Coaxial Light

The coaxial light originates at the side of the zoom lens, reflects off a 45° split mirror in the zoom lens, and shines straight down on the part through the center of the lens. Axial light is useful at high magnification or for looking in blind holes and at features on flat surfaces.