QC Inspection Technology Features Wireless, Long-Range Transmission

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The L.S. Starrett Co. highlights its latest quality control inspection technology. IMTS attendees can see demonstations of automated, wireless measurement data capture and transmission from handheld wireless/electronic gages via its DataSure 4.0 Wireless Data Collection System, or from Vision Systems and Optical Comparators via integrated software.

The Starrett DataSure 4.0 System operates on wireless networking technology that uses short-wave radio frequencies to interconnect cell phones, computers and wireless electronic devices, enabling much faster speed, greater bandwidth and longer range for higher data throughput. The range of DataSure 4.0 is ten to twenty times that of any data collection system on the market, according to the company. With the system, data can be transmitted hundreds of yards, which is ideal in larger manufacturing operations or multiple facilities.

DataSure 4.0 features higher bit rates and a high-speed connection of less than 50 ms of data travel time. It has an ultra-low latency network that enables high data volumes to be processed without delay. Users of DataSure 4.0 can versatilely utilize multiple gateways which serve as central or distributed points for data collection.

Starrett DataSure 4.0 is built on a secure, specialized wireless platform. Transported data is encrypted using a multi-layered approach that prevents any outside access to the data, whether passive or active.

With DataSure 4.0, a network topology can be configured to many simple or complex situations. Data is transmitted from gages that have either built-in radio transmitters or externally-mounted end nodes to gateways. The system is operable on Android or IOS mobile platforms and Windows-based computers. DataSure 4.0 repeater and bridge components can also connect directly to PLCs and other high-speed serial automation equipment for real-time data collection or remote machine operation.

Starrett DataSure is compatible with all Starrett electronic digital gages, as well as electronic gages of other tool manufacturers. DataSure 4.0 works with gages that have built-in wireless capability, such as Starrett W798 calipers, W733.1 micrometers and W2900 indicators, or via Starrett and other tool manufacturers’ electronic gages by externally mounting Starrett DataSure End Nodes on the gages. Starrett Wireless Tools as well as the DataSure 4.0 End Nodes include an IP67 level of protection for use in harsh shop environments. DataSure 4.0 End Nodes are also rechargeable.