SISCO portable digital profilometer surface roughness gauge is compatible with ISO, DIN, ANSI, and JIS standards and is widely used in production settings to measure the surface roughness of various machined parts.
Guided / Unguided Measurement Capability
- Flexible Guided and Unguided Measurement Modes: Supports both guided measurement with a skid (guide head) and unguided measurement without a guide, providing flexible solutions for different surface inspection requirements.
- Guided Measurement for Stable Surface Tracking: The guide head helps maintain stable contact with the workpiece surface, reducing the influence of surface irregularities and improving measurement consistency on general machined surfaces.
- Unguided Measurement for Precision Profile Analysis: The no-guide measurement mode directly traces the actual surface profile, making it suitable for high-precision evaluation of waviness, contour changes, and complex surface structures.
- Adaptable to Various Workpiece Conditions: Users can select the appropriate measurement mode according to surface characteristics, material type, and inspection requirements, improving measurement flexibility.
Industrial Connectivity
- Seamless Software Integration: Connects with dedicated measurement software for real-time data viewing, advanced analysis, report generation, and measurement result management.
- Data Storage & Sharing: Supports saving measurement data, profiles, and analysis reports for future reference, quality tracking, and team collaboration.
- Real-Time Measurement Monitoring: Enables instant transmission of measurement results to a computer, allowing operators to monitor surface parameters and analyze trends efficiently.
- Professional Data Analysis: The software provides comprehensive evaluation of roughness parameters, profile curves, statistical analysis, and customized measurement reports.
- Easy Data Export: Measurement results can be exported in common formats for documentation, quality control systems, and production process management.
Applications
The digital surface roughness gauge can be widely used in:
- Construction Site
- Transportation Terminal
- Oil Extraction
- Production Workshop
Transportation Terminal
Oil Extraction
Production Workshop
Construction Site
| Model | SISCO-SRT-SSR320 |
| Measuring Range | X-axis: 200 mm; Z-axis: ±500 μm |
| Sensor Resolution | 0.0016 μm / ±50 μm ~ 0.016 μm / ±500 μm |
| Drive Straightness | 1 μm / 100 mm |
| Standards Compliance | JIS-82, JIS-87, JIS-94, JIS-01, JIS213, ISO-84, ISO297, DIN-90, ASME95, GB-14 |
| Roughness Evaluation Parameters | Ra, Rq, Rp, Rv, Rc, Rt, S, R3z, PPI, Ra, Rsk, Rku, Ry, Sm, RΔa, RΔq, Rz, Pc, Rλa, Rλq, lr, RSm, Rz94, RPC, RS, RzJ, Rpm, HSC |
| Waviness Evaluation Parameters | WCA, WCC-q, WCC-p, WCC-v, WCC-m, WCC2Sm, WCA, WC-q, WC-p, WC-v, WCM, WC2Sm, WC-t, Wa, Wq, Wsk, Wku, Wp, Wv, Wz, Wc, Wt, WSm, WΔq, WPc |
| Primary Profile Parameters | Rsk, Rku, Rmax, Sm, Δa, Δq, Rz, λa, λq, TILT A, AVH, Hmax, Hmin, AREA, RzJ, Pa, Pq, Psk, Pku, Pp, Pv, Pc, Pλ, PSm, PΔq, PPc |
| Bearing Area Curve Parameters | Rk, Rpk, Rvk, Mr1, Mr2, V0, K, A1, A2 |
| Graph Display | NCRX, AR, R, Rx, NR, CPM, SR, SAR, AW, W, Wx, Wte, NW, SW, SAW, Rke, Rpke, Rvke, Mr1, Mr2, V0, K |
| Evaluation Curves | Roughness Profile Curve, Waviness Profile Curve, Primary Profile Curve, Bearing Area Curve, Graph Display |
| Feature Curves | Bearing Area Curve (Rmr(c)), Rmr2(c), Rδc, tp(c), tp2(c), Htp(c), Amplitude Analysis Curve, Amplitude Distribution Curve |
| Form Removal | Full Length, Front Section, Rear Section, Center, 2-Point, Curve |
| Filter Types | Gaussian, FFT, PC, DP, 2RC |
| Cutoff Wavelength | λs: 0, 2.5, 8, 25 μm; λc: 0.08, 0.25, 0.8, 2.5, 8 mm; λf: 0.8, 2.5, 8, 25 mm |
| Evaluation Length | Sampling Length × Number of Sampling Lengths (Standard Mode and Custom Mode Available) |
| Measurement & Return Speed | 0.05 mm/s, 0.10 mm/s, 0.50 mm/s, 1.00 mm/s, 2.00 mm/s |
| Stylus Material | 5 μm Diamond Stylus, 90° |
| Measuring Force | ≤4 mN |
| Data Output | TF Card / USB Flash Drive / WiFi Printing |
| Power Supply & Consumption | AC 220V ±10%; Built-in rechargeable battery charger; Charging time: approx. 8 hours; Continuous measurement: up to 50 times; Power consumption: approx. 30 VA |
| Size | Actuator: 516*378*168mm; Controller: 245*162*68mm |
| Weight | 16kg |
Q1: What is a 3.2 RA finish?
A1: 3.2 RA finish refers to a surface roughness measurement where the roughness average (RA) is 3.2 micrometers (µm) or 125 microinches. RA is a common parameter used to quantify the smoothness or texture of a surface, indicating the average deviation of the surface profile from the mean line over a specified length.
3.2 RA finish is often considered a moderately smooth finish and is typically used in various industries where a certain level of surface smoothness is required for functional or aesthetic reasons. This level of roughness can be achieved through different machining processes such as grinding, polishing, or other finishing techniques.
Q2: What is the difference between surface finish and surface roughness?
A2: Surface finish and surface roughness are related but distinct concepts. Surface roughness specifically refers to the fine irregularities on the material's surface, which are a result of the manufacturing process. These irregularities are usually quantified in micrometers (µm) or microinches (µin) using parameters such as Ra (roughness average) and Rz (average maximum height). Surface finish, on the other hand, is a broader term that includes surface roughness, waviness, texture, and flaws. Waviness refers to larger-scale surface deviations, texture indicates the directionality of surface patterns, and flaws include defects such as cracks and scratches. In summary, surface roughness is a part of surface finish, and surface finish provides a comprehensive assessment of surface quality.
Q3: What is SA and SQ in surface roughness?
A3: In surface roughness measurement, Sa and Sq are parameters used to quantify three-dimensional surface texture. Sa (Arithmetic Mean Height) represents the arithmetic mean of the absolute values of surface height deviations measured from the mean plane, analogous to the 2D parameter Ra .Sq (Root Mean Square Height), on the other hand, is the root mean square (RMS) value of surface height deviations from the mean plane, akin to the 2D parameters Rq or Rms.
Sa provides a measure of the average height variation on the surface, while Sq emphasizes larger deviations due to squaring and averaging the deviations. These parameters are crucial for comprehensively assessing surface texture and roughness in three dimensions, widely applied in fields such as materials science, manufacturing, and quality control.
Tips: Can the surface roughness & waviness tester be used for large workpieces?
Yes. The Surface Roughness & Waviness Tester is suitable for measuring large workpieces and components that are difficult to move or disassemble. With an extended X-axis measuring range of up to 200 mm, it can evaluate longer surface profiles and provide accurate roughness and waviness analysis on large parts.
The flexible measurement design makes it ideal for applications such as large mechanical components, automotive parts, molds, precision-machined surfaces, and industrial equipment, helping manufacturers perform reliable surface quality inspections directly on the workpiece.
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