In industries where precision, consistency, and surface integrity are critical, non-contact surface profilers have become an essential tool for accurate measurement and analysis of surface topography. From research laboratories to high-throughput production environments, these systems offer reliable, high-resolution data without the limitations or risks associated with traditional contact-based methods.
Why Choose Non-Contact Surface Profiling?
Unlike traditional stylus profilometers that physically trace a surface with a probe, non-contact surface profilers use advanced optical technologies—such as white light interferometry, confocal microscopy, or digital fringe projection—to scan and reconstruct a detailed 3D map of the surface. These technologies enable precise measurement of micro- and nano-scale features, delivering superior insight into surface structure and quality.
- No Risk of Surface Damage: Ideal for delicate, soft, or coated surfaces where contact could alter or damage the sample.
- High Resolution and Accuracy: Optical methods capture detailed 3D surface data at sub-micron or even nanometre-level resolution.
- Faster Measurement Times: Non-contact systems often scan entire areas at once, enabling quicker results compared to point-by-point contact methods.
- Measurement of Complex Geometries: Easily analyse curved, angled, or textured surfaces that would be challenging with a stylus.
- Greater Repeatability: No physical wear or mechanical variation, ensuring stable and repeatable data over time.
- Low Maintenance: With fewer moving parts and no stylus to replace, non-contact profilers typically offer reduced maintenance requirements.
Omniscan: Your Partner in Surface Metrology
At Omniscan, we provide cutting-edge non-contact surface profiling solutions tailored to meet the needs of demanding industrial and research applications. We partner with industry-leading manufacturers to offer systems that deliver traceable, high-precision results across a wide range of materials and surface types.
Whether you are developing next-generation devices, maintaining critical manufacturing tolerances, or conducting in-depth surface analysis for research, our expert team is here to support your goals with the right technology and guidance.
To learn more about how non-contact profilers can enhance your surface inspection process, get in touch with the team at Omniscan today.