Coil diameter and position measurement with LASER distance meters is used in many process control applications in the metallurgical and steel industry.
Coil dimensional control requires reliable and precise measuring instruments. Laser distance meters, thanks to their ability to perform non-contact measurements, offer an innovative and versatile solution.
Compared to traditional methods, laser distance meters eliminate the risk of damaging the material and allow for real-time measurement data.

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Benefits and insights
- Accuracy and resolution: Laser distance meters offer extremely high resolution, allowing even small dimensional changes to be detected.
- Non-invasiveness: Laser measurement occurs without contact with the material, preserving the integrity of the coil surface.
- Speed: Measuring times are extremely fast, allowing continuous control of the production process.
- Flexibility: Laser distance meters are easily integrated into industrial automation systems, optimizing production processes.
- Diversified applications: They are used in numerous sectors, from metallurgy to automotive, guaranteeing rigorous quality control.
Specific applications:
- Dimensional control: Precise verification of coil diameter and position at every stage of the production process.
- Online Monitoring: Real-time detection of any dimensional changes, allowing immediate corrective interventions.
- Process optimization: Using measurement data to refine process parameters and improve production efficiency.
Conclusions:
The adoption of laser distance meters in coil measurement represents a significant step forward towards more efficient and high-quality industrial production. The precision, speed and non-invasiveness of this technology make it an indispensable tool to ensure product compliance with the highest quality standards.
Products used in this application

Industrial LASER distance meters

AK1 – Application Kit for LASER distance meters LDM42 series

Data acquisition software DATASINK 100

Astech LDM300 series industrial LASER distance meters
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