8-Axis Compatibility with the Edge FaroArm and ScanArm
Overview
Faster and more efficient 3D measurement is now available with the new FARO® 8-Axis – a seamless integration of your existing Edge FaroArm®/ScanArm® with an eighth-axis part rotation axis – enabling uninterrupted data capture via real-time rotation of what’s being measured/scanned.
Adding the 8-Axis to your existing FaroArm eliminates difficulty reaching around an object or stopping your measurement process to relocate the Arm, allowing for:
- Faster data collection
- Extended measurement volume
- Ultimate ergonomics and ease-of-use
- Reduced damage-risk to delicate objects
Available Kits
For existing Edge FaroArm and ScanArm users, FARO offers two 8-Axis kits. Contact your FARO sales representative for more information and pricing.
Requirements:
- Edge model revision 3.6 or newer
- Firmware 711.18 or newer
- Supports standard hard probes, V6 FaroBlu HD, and SD LLPs only
FARO Edge 8-Axis Kit (p/n 900-000025-001)
Contents:
- 8-Axis unit w/250mm plate (optional 500mm plate available)
- Mounting ring and hardware
- Interface cable
- Shipping case
- Custom Edge 8-Axis upgrade software (provided by FARO, specific to each arm serial number)
Also requires firmware version 711.18 or greater, downloadable here.
FARO Edge Upgrade Kit (p/n 810-000087-000)
For customers who already own a Quantum 8-Axis unit, this upgrade kit will allow the use of the 8-Axis with the Edge FaroArm/ScanArm.
Note: Quantum 8-Axis units cannot be used with the Edge FaroArm/ScanArm without purchase of this upgrade kit.
Contents:
- Edge extension cable
- Custom Edge 8-Axis upgrade software (provided by FARO, specific to each arm serial number)
Also requires firmware version 711.18 or greater, downloadable here.
Attention TP20 Touch Probe Users:
- TP20 touch probes are not supported on the Edge FaroArm with the 8-Axis.
- TP20 touch probes are supported on the Quantum/Quantum Max FaroArm with the 8-Axis. However, you must compensate the 8-Axis using the 6mm or 3mm hard probe. Once complete, then reattach the TP20 touch probe.
See Also
- Assembly Instructions for the 8-Axis Edge FaroArm and ScanArm
- User Manuals for the FaroArm, ScanArm and Gage
Keywords
8axis, 8th axis, edge upgrade, arm, technical specifications