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Key features and Benefits Metrosoft CM 3.110

Modules and functions

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Metrosoft CM Modules ..............................................................................................................................3

BAG Basic Module .....................................................................................................................3

PROG Professional Geometry ......................................................................................................4

SQL Data base with SQL server ...............................................................................................4

SCAN Scanning ...........................................................................................................................5

DME DME-SERVER ...................................................................................................................6

Geometric Elements .................................................................................................................................7

EXEL Extended Elements ...........................................................................................................7

EXCO Extended Coordinates .......................................................................................................7

ISO Form and Position Tolerance according to ISO 1101 / ASME Y14.5M ............................8

TOTA Tolerance Tables ...............................................................................................................8

EXFE External Features, VDA initial sample report ....................................................................9

VDA1 Export and Import of Point Data ........................................................................................9

IGES1 Converter VDA to IGES .....................................................................................................9

GFIT Geometrical Bestfit ............................................................................................................9

Profiles and Surfaces defined by points ............................................................................................. 10

BAFF Basic Free Forms ........................................................................................................... 10

Surfaces and Profiles with CAD data ................................................................................................... 11

SURF Basic Module for Surface Measurement ........................................................................ 11

BORD Border Measurement ...................................................................................................... 11

CURVE Curve Measurement ....................................................................................................... 12

COFF Approximate Alignment and Bestfit ................................................................................ 12

CADVDA Import of Surface Data in VDA-FS Format ..................................................................... 13

CADIGES Import of Surface Data in IGES Format ......................................................................... 13

STEP Import of Surface Data in STEP Format ......................................................................... 13

DXF Import of Surface Data in DXF Format ........................................................................... 13

CATIA-4 Import of Surface Data in native CATIA 4 Format .......................................................... 13

CATIA-5 Import of Surface Data in native CATIA 5 Format .......................................................... 13

PRO-E Import of Surface Data in native PRO-E, Creo Format .................................................. 14

UG Import of Surface Data in native Siemens NX / Unigraphics Format ............................. 14

PS Import of Surface Data in native Parasolid Format ........................................................ 14

SW Import of Surface Data in native SolidWorks Format ..................................................... 14

INV Import of Surface Data in native Autodesk Inventor Format .......................................... 14

General Modules .................................................................................................................................... 15

STAT Statistics ......................................................................................................................... 15

SPC Statistical Process Control ............................................................................................. 15

DMIS-IMP DMIS Import of Part Programs ....................................................................................... 16

DMIS-EXP DMIS Export of Part Programs ....................................................................................... 16

DMIS-DMO DMIS Protocol of Measuring Results ............................................................................. 16

DMIS-DIP DMIS Native Interpreter .................................................................................................. 17

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Modules for CMM Equipment ........................................................................................................... 18

MPH Motorized and Manual Probe Heads ......................................................................... 18

MPH-CAA CAA compensated Motorized Probe Head......................... ...................................... 18 PHS Rotary & Swivel Servo Probe Head .......................................................................... 18

REVO Scanning Probe REVO .............................................................................................. 19

SP25 Scanning Probe SP25 ............................................................................................... 19

SP600 Scanning Probe SP600 ............................................................................................. 19

SP80 Scanning Probe SP80 ............................................................................................... 20

PHOENIX Optical Sensor PHOENIX .......................................................................................... 20

APC Automatic Probe Changer ......................................................................................... 21

ACR2 Probe Changer ACR2 ................................................................................................ 21

SCR200 Stylus Changing Rack SCR200................................................................................. 21

SCR600 Probe Stylus Changer SCR600 ................................................................................. 22

SCR800 Stylus Changing Rack SCR800................................................................................. 22

MRC20 Stylus Changer MCR20 ............................................................................................. 22

FCR25 Flexible Probe Changer FCR25 ................................................................................ 23

SCP80 Probe Stylus Changer SCP80 ................................................................................... 23

SCP600 Probe Stylus Changer SCP600 ................................................................................. 23

ROT Rotary Table Control ................................................................................................. 23

3CMM Multi Carriage Mode .................................................................................................. 24

1DMV 1-Dimensional External Measuring Tools Online ...................................................... 24

CMM Error Compensation ................................................................................................................ 25

CAA1 Linear Error Compensation ....................................................................................... 25

CAA2 Straightness and Square ness Compensation .......................................................... 25

CAA3 Volumetric Compensation ......................................................................................... 25

CAAT1 Temperature Compensation ...................................................................................... 26

Offline Programming ........................................................................................................................ 27

GRIPS Graphic Interactive Programming System ................................................................. 27

External Workstation ........................................................................................................................ 28

EXTERN External Workstation ................................................................................................. 28

CADCO CAD Converter as independent Program .................................................................. 28

CNC Modules / Process Integration ................................................................................................ 29

SNC1 CNC Control for Geometry ........................................................................................ 29

SNC2 CNC Control for Free Form Surfaces ........................................................................ 29

Automation / Process Integration.................................................................................................... 30

IO I/O Interface for commands in Metrosoft CM part programs ..................................... 30

RCI Programmable interface for remote control of Metrosoft CM .................................... 30

General Information .......................................................................................................................... 31

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Basic Module BBAAGG

BAG is the basic component of Metrosoft CM.

Metrosoft CM operates under Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7..

It features various functions such as a graphic user interface, a part oriented data base and the making of part inspection programs in the 'teach-in' mode.

Probe calibration and the definition of coordi-nate systems are part of this module. An acoustic detection of outliers allows the user to react immediately.

Metrosoft is supplied with a variety of templates for inspection report headers and report lines. Graphic header templates are saved in the standard format *.wmf and can be modified by the user by means of standard programs to obtain individual outfits.

16 different user languages are available, sep-arately for the dialogues and for the output protocol.

BAG is the essential basis for all other modules of Metrosoft CM.

Windows functionality

Graphic user interface

Part orientated data base

Separate language choice for the user dialog and the inspection report

Metric / Inch selection

Online Help in the chosen dialog language

Measuring of point, straight line, plane, circle, cylinder, cone, sphere; outlier detection with acoustic signal

Compensation of material thickness

Stylus calibration and storage

Processing functions: intersection, sym-metry, connection, projection, normal, paral-lel, tangent, n-point construction, extract el-ement out of curve, top of cone, point shift, create min/max point or surface

Definition and storage of an unlimited number of part coordinate systems

Features: form deviation, size, half size, position, distance, angle, Min Max feature

Min. / max. point distance and element span

Numeric inspection report with individual headers and report lines

Part inspection programming with error handling (continue, repeat, abort)

Easy editing of part inspection programs by means of parameter modification

Multi-machine mode

Metrosoft CM Simulator for offline mode

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PPRROOGG Professional Geometry

PROG enhances BAG with additional functions for a more comfortable measurement of geometric elements with unlimited use of all functions of the integrated data base.

Part programs can be started easily by means of a quick selection table.

Part inspection programming is completed with subroutine- and loop techniques.

Measurement statistics, range trend chart and point distribution allow you to evaluate results just while they are measured.

The user help is context sensitive: just point the courser onto any function and press the F1 key to display help for that function.

Automatic calibration algorithms increase the CMM system accuracy. These algorithms take the cali-bration sphere shaft position into account.

Automatic graphic display of geometric elements while they are measured. Additional graphic report with individual point boxes for a clear overview at one glance.

Measuring elements as well as features may be visualized graphically.

The display and printout of element graphics with form deviations of geometric elements are also part of the functional range of the PROG module.

Quick selection table for call on of part inspection programs

Context sensitive online help

Automatic graphic display of measured geometric elements and coordinate sys-tems

Graphic protocol for geometric elements and features

Large coordinate display (Live Display)

Automatic measurement of straight lines, planes, circles, cylinders, cones and spheres; continue measurement

Automatic calibration of spherical, discoidal and cylindrical styli

Repetition of elements and calibration

Mathematical filter functions for elements

Display of measurement statistics, range trend chart and point distribution

Re-alignment function for mobile measur-ing systems and measuring arms

Export of coordinate system differences

Pallet coordinate systems

Standard tolerance input for linear and angular dimensions

Automatic correction of probing direction

Relative measurement to reference ele-ment

Mirror function for part inspection program

Insertion of loops, dialogs and bitmaps (photos, drawings) in part inspection pro-gram

Graphic and numerical positioning aid

Extended database functions (Search, Sort, Filter, Export inot different for-mats,…)

SSQQLL Data base with SQL server

The SQL module allows you to use data bases with Microsoft SQL Server®.

If the customer has already installed an SQL Serv-er, this may be used for the data base administra-tion of Metrosoft CM. Otherwise, the supplied "Mi-crosoft SQL Server Desktop Engine" can be used.

The SQL Server supports very large data bases of more than 1.2 GB size, and it features true multi-user operation.

The SQL Server is mandatory for multi-machine operation with one common data base.

Both data base types (Access and SQL Server) support long names for parts, measurements, ele-ments, features etc…

Optional use of with Microsoft Access® or Microsoft SQL Server® data bases

CM SQL Manager for the configuration of data bases

Multi-user and multi-machine operation in conjunction with Microsoft SQL Server®

Supports large data bases > 1.2 GB size in conjunction with Microsoft SQL Serv-er®

Supports long denominations for parts, measurements, elements, features etc…

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Scanning SSCCAANN

The SCAN module allows you the continuous point measuring by means of various scanning probes in conjunction with the related modules SP 600, SP25 resp. SP80.

Flat curves and freeform surfaces may be scanned as well as all geometric elements.

The selected scanning paths are displayed online in an OpenGL preview.

The use of star probes and angular probes will enhance measuring flexibility on complex part geometries.

A choice of parameters permits the optimum configuration of the scanning process and its evaluation.

If the scanning path is known the CMM follows exactly that specific curve. This allows you to obtain dramatically increased scanning speeds.

Various mathematical filter functions allow to smoothen scanned points and to eliminate outli-ers.

Configuration of measuring parameters: - Scanning speed - Time interval, step width, chord height - Probe deflection (probing force) - Lead-in / lead-out distance - Known / unknown scanning path - End body: plane / sphere

Scanning of geometrical elements: - Flat profile - Free form curve - Straight line - Plane- - Circle - Cylinder - Cone - Sphere (incl. ISO10360-4)

Filter functions for scanned points: - Median filter (outliers) - FFT-Filter (scatter)

Selection between continuous scanning and single point measurement

Self centering point measurement in center hole and V-flute

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DDMMEE DME-SERVER

The DME Server allows you to use measuring machines with WPC 2030 / 2040 controllers as-sociated with alien software.

It is based on Metrosoft CM and employs all hardware oriented measuring functions such as calibrating and managing of probe systems, defi-nition and management of reference systems and geometrical and temperature error compen-sation.

The DME server communicates to alien measur-ing software via I++DME or Zeiss CMM-OS inter-face.

The Metrosoft DME server supports multi ma-chine mode as well as rotary table applications.

The exact versions of the specifications can be found in the documentation "I++ DME support".

Interface between alien measuring software and Metrosoft CM supported CMM hard-ware with WPC 2030 / 2040 controller

Calibration and management of probe sys-tems

Compensation of geometrical and tempera-ture errors

Supports multi machine mode

Supports rotary table

Communication via I++DME interface or Zeiss CMM-OS

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Extended Elements EEXXEELL

The EXEL module allows you to measure and evaluate the geometric elements surface point, slot and rectangle.

The probing direction of surface points can be determined automatically by means of neighbor points when measuring in CNC mode. This method achieves the most accurate results.

Circles can be evaluated according to Gauss or for practical use as circumscribed and inscribed circle.

All geometric elements may be processed as theoretical elements through parameter input and successively evaluated like they were measured.

Measurement of the geometric elements sur-face point, slot and rectangle

Primary vector and surrounding points in combination with surface points

Position feature of surface points

Keep coordinates when measuring surface points

Calculate circumscribed and inscribed circle

Create theoretical elements

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Extended Coordinates EEXXCCOO

EXCO allows you to define the part coordinate system by means of known reference points. A number of 3 to 6 points may be used for the so called RPS alignment process.

Also the nominal co-ordinate values can be ex-tracted from a CAD mode (3D graphic).

Straight lines and planes which can not be probed are generated through the relational functions offset-line or offset-plane.

Define part coordinate system with reference points

Calculate offset-plane

Calculate offset-line

Geometric elements

IISSOO Form & Position tolerance according to ISO 1101/ASME Y14.5M This module is used for calculation and output of

form and position tolerances of features accord-ing to ISO 1101 / ASME Y14.5M.

The relevant reference system can be defined throw multiple relations according to the ASME or the 3-plane-system.

The tolerance zone can be exactly limited or projected by limit elements. The form of the tol-erance zone can be selected.

The tolerated as well as the reference can be processed according the maximum-/minimum material principle.

An integrated openGL graphic display shows the tolerated elements as well as its related and limiting elements. The feature color shows if the element lies within or out of tolerance.

Straightness / flatness

Roundness / cylindricity

Line / shape / surface shape

Angularity / perpendicularity

Parallelism

Cartesian and polar position tolerance

Coaxiality / concentricity

Symmetry

Radial / axial runout

Graphic display of element and tolerance zones

Multiple relations (3-plane-reference)

Reference system according to ASME

MMC / LMC processing for tolerated ele-ment and reference elements

Limit elements

Select table form of tolerance zones

TTOOTTAA Tolerance Tables

TOTA searches the tolerance tables for you. Universal tolerances of various standards are integrated in TOTA. Customer tolerances can be generated in text files and used with Metrosoft. Fitting tolerances according to ISO 286 are fully integrated. The system decides automatically for shafts (e.g. h6) and bores (e.g. H6) and will cor-rect wrong user inputs. Reading and input errors are therefore minimized.

General dimensional tolerances ISO 2768 for machined and formed parts

General dimensional tolerances DIN 16901 for plastic parts

General dimensional tolerances DIN 1688 1-4 for light metals, sand-, moulds- and die cast parts

Customer specific dimensional tolerances

Fitting tolerances ISO 286

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External Features, VDA initial sample report EEXXFFEE

EXFE is capable of implementing user defined features in Metrosoft CM and to print inspection reports. This includes the ability to integrate and evaluate part features (e.g. roughness) that can not be measured on a CMM.

EXFE allows you to create an initial sample re-port according to VDA standard and to print it on the corresponding VDA form.

User defined measuring features

VDA initial sample report

User defined measuring reports (Templates created with Crystal Reports from Seagate Software)

Export and Import of Point Data VVDDAA11

The VDA-FS format is the interface for surface element and point data. It has been defined by the German association Verband Deutscher Automobilhersteller.

The VDA1 module in Metrosoft CM supports the import and the export of point and element data (POINT, PSET, MDI, CIRCLES) as well as the transformation matrix TMAT.

Import and Export of point and element data in VDA-FS Format (POINT, PSET, MDI, CIR-CLE)

Transformation Matrix TMAT

Converter VDA to IGES IIGGEESS11

This module allows you to convert point and element data from VDA-FS into IGES format. It supports the IGES elements 100 circular arc, 106 copious data, 116 point and 124 transfor-mation matrix.

Conversion of VDA-FS point and element data to IGES format

100 circular arc, 106 copious data, 116 point, 124 transformation matrix

Geometrical Bestfit GGFFIITT

This function generates an optimized coordinate system through 3 dimensional Bestfit. The actual geometry (measured elements) is compared with the nominal geometry, so that the actual coordi-nate system is fitted (translation) and turned (rotation) until the actual element points corre-spond at minimum distance to the nominal ge-ometry.

Various options to limit the degrees of freedom, as well as the consideration of tolerances in the Bestfit calculation provide even solutions to very complex part alignment tasks.

GFIT is also ideal for the mathematical definition of multi defined alignment systems such as sheet metal plate fittings.

3D Bestfit for an optimal coordinate system out of points or parameters of geometric ele-ments Define nominal geometry

Deliberate limiting of degrees of freedom

Consideration of tolerances in the Bestfit cal-culation

Define maximum translation and rotation

Define reduction of elements

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provide the evaluation of nominal / actual com-parisons.

Flat curves (profiles) are measured automatically in the scanning mode. They are processed to nominal curves by means of mathematical splines. Measuring points may be distributed with different distance criteria.

The successive Bestfit to the nominal curve pro-vides optimum measuring results which graphic display and printout.

Measurement of point surfaces

Measurement of flat curves (profiles), grid curves and 3D curves

Insert kink and interrupt in curves

Graphic display of point surfaces and pro-files with printout

Nominal / actual comparison of surface points, profiles and point surfaces

Automatic measurement of curves (profile scanning)

Create nominal curves through splines

Calculate extract element from a curve

Calculate Bestfit to the nominal curve

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Basic Module for Surface Measurement SSUURRFF

SURF contains the basic functionality for the measurement of free form surfaces with online comparison of nominal to actual values. Online means that each point is compared to the nomi-nal surface as soon as measured.

SURF is the basis and precondition for the mod-ules BORD, CURVE and COFF.

SURF features CAD functionality for the man-agement of surface data, the preparation of measurement as well as the probing of surface points, circles, rectangles and slots on surfaces. Surface points, circles, rectangles and oblong holes are automatically measured with a simple mouse click, including collision prevention for the CMM positioning.

Selected surfaces can be easily digitalized using the automatic point distribution (Grid or UV-distribution).

Dimensional errors of free form surfaces can be displayed in color mapping. The colors can be configured and defined for the graphic protocol.

CM SURF performs measuring tasks from sim-ple inspection reports at few mouse clicks up to comprehensive outputs with multiple graphic display and individual design of point boxes.

CAD functionality for free form surfaces

Import and management of surface data in ACIS format

Measuring of free form surfaces with online comparison of nominal to actual values

Graphic display of free form surface errors with defined color mapping

Measuring of surface points, circles, rectan-gles, slots and relative points on free form sur-faces

Consideration of CAD attributes (Layer, Toler-ances, Colors)

Graphic inspection reports with multiple dis-play and individual point poxes

"Click'n'Measure" automatic measuring: - Surface points - Relative points - Circles - Rectangles - Slots

Automatic collision prevention

Automatic point distribution (Grid / UV)

Selection of coordinatee system in which the CAD-model shall be imported

Border Measurement BBOORRDD

BORD measures and evaluates borders of free form surfaces. Border points to be measured can be perpendicular or at any angle to the reference surface.

It is possible to generate, measure and printout trimming edges and offset curves.

Further you can measure character lines.

Definition of trimming edges

Calculation of offset curves

Graphic display: - Trimming edge - Offset curve - tolerance bands - deviation A and B

Distribution of points on the intersection curve with various distance criteria: - Number of points - Length of arc - Length of chord - Chord difference (radius dependent) - File preset value

Measure border points normal or oblique to free form surfaces

Evaluation of deflection and trimming edge deviation A = Deflection B = Edge deviation

"Click'n'Measure" automatic measuring: - edge points

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CCUURRVVEE Curve Measurement

CURVE measures CAD based profiles.

At first, an intersection curve is calculated out of the CAD model. The CAD model can be inter-sected with freely defined planes or cylinders.

For a measurement in CNC mode the target points can either be interactively distributed on the created intersection or on the 3D curves existing in the CAD model. Also they can be calculated automatically using different parame-ter.

Deviations of actual points in relation to the in-tersection curve are displayed online during measurement. Online means that each point is compared to the nominal surface as soon as measured. The limit points for the CNC opera-tion are calculated automatically. The needed intermediate points for the CNC function can be calculated automatically.

Definition of intersection plane or cylinder

Calculation of the intersection curve on the CAD model

Distribution of points on the intersection curve with various distance criteria: - Number of points - Length of arc - Length of chord - Chord difference (radius dependent) - File preset value

Profile measurement with online nominal / actual comparison

Graphic display of tolerance bands

Graphic display of profiles

Graphic inspection report of profiles with grid, tolerance band etc.

CCOOFFFF Approximate Alignment and Bestfit

COFF is required for the approximate alignment and the Bestfit of free form surfaces.

High accuracy algorithms are used for top re-sults in order to minimize the distance between actual points and CAD data. This allows you to achieve optimum measuring results.

The user friendliness is enhanced by the graphic interactive operation.

The option to limit the degrees of freedom and to disregard individual points or set them to zero, as well as the consideration of tolerances make the Bestfit module a very flexible and powerful tool.

Approximate alignment with point Bestfit

Surface Bestfit in various modes: - limit the degrees of freedom - minimize point deviations - set points to zero - disregard points

Surface Bestfit with tolerance consideration

Use approximate alignment points for the measurement process

Limit the Bestfit to individual coordinates

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Import of Surface Data in VDA-FS Format CCAADDVVDDAA

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in VDA-FS format (version 1.0 and 2.0) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in VDA-FS format and save them as Metrosoft CM elements

Options for the conversion

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Import of Surface Data in IGES Format CCAADDIIGGEESS

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in IGES format (up to version 5.3) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in IGES format and save them as Metrosoft CM elements


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Import of Surface Data in STEP Format SSTTEEPP

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in STEP format (AP203 and AP214) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in STEP format and save them as Metrosoft CM elements


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Import of Surface Data in DXF Format DDXXFF

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in DXF format (2000/2002 and R12) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM. Only 2D elements are supported

Import surface data in the DXF format and save them as Metrosoft CM elements


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Import of Surface Data in native CATIA 4 Format CCAATTIIAA--44

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in native CATIA format (version 4.1.9 to 4.2.4) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in the native CATIA 4 format and save them as Metrosoft CM ele-ments


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Import of Surface Data in native CATIA 5 Format CCAATTIIAA--55

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in native CATIA 5 format (version R6 to R22) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in the native CATIA 5 format and save them as Metrosoft CM ele-ments


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Surfaces and Profiles with CAD data

PPRROO--EE Import of Surface Data in native ProEngineer, Creo Format

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in native Creo, PRO-E format (version 16 to Creo 2) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in the native PRO-E format and save them as Metrosoft CM ele-ments


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UUGG Import of Surface Data in native Siemens NX / Unigraphics Format

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in native Siemens NX / Unigraphics format (version NX1 to NX8) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in native Siemens NX/Unigraphics format and save as nominal data


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PPSS Import of Surface Data in native Parasolid Format

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in native Parasolid format (version 14 to 25) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in native Parasolid for-mat and save them as nominal data


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SSWW Import of Surface Data in native SolidWorks Format

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD data in native SolidWorks format (version 2003 to 2013) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in SolidWorks format and save them as nominal data


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IINNVV Import of Surface Data in native Autodesk Inventor Format

This module allows you to convert nominal CAD surface data in native Autodesk Inventor Format (version V11 to 2012) into the ACIS standard format used in Metrosoft CM.

Import surface data in Autodesk Inventor format importieren and save as nominal data


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Statistics SSTTAATT

Metrosoft CM provides numerous functions for the statistical evaluation of features.

The trend diagram shows the actual values of all measurements for the manufacturing process control. All values are classified in defined rang-es (according to Gauss) and are presented in a histogram. The statistic data file is also included in the module.

Various filters and flexible print options enhance the functionality of STAT.

In combination with other quality management systems Metrosoft CM allows you to export the statistical data in the Q-DAS format.

The statistical parameters and diagrams can be configured in individual graphic protocols for geometry and free form surfaces.

The graphic measuring report contains as well statistical evaluations of measured points as well as the statistic evaluation of a series of meas-ured features.

Frequency distribution

Trend diagram

Statistics data page

Print statistics window page by page

Print several statistics windows on one page (2, 4 or 6)

Data export in the Q-DAS ASCII Transfer for-mat (qs-STAT, Procella) incl. any K-Fields

Statistical data export into MS Excel

Machine tool performance Cm and Cmk

Statistical functions with graphic report for geometry and free form surfaces

Statistical Process Control SSPPCC

The SPC module is the completion of STAT. Control charts for the average value, range, standard deviation as well as flexible sampling are the functions for statistical process control SPC.

All relevant statistical parameters can be printed and recorded.

SPC control charts for - Average value - Range - Standard deviation

Flexible sampling rate

Process capability Cp and Cpk

Preliminary process capability Pp and Ppk

General Modules

DDMMIISS--IIMMPP DMIS Import of Part Programs

The international DMIS standard defines meas-uring programs in a vendor independent, neutral format. DMIS allows you at the stage of part design to define the measuring process and to prepare complete part programs for quality con-trol.

The DMIS-IMP module permits to import DMIS measuring programs and to convert them into the Metrosoft CM format.

The glossary of supported DMIS expressions is documented in a Characterization File.

Import of DMIS part inspection programs

Conversion into the Metrosoft CM format

Supports DMIS Version 5.2

DMIS settings for import

Characterization file to define supported DMIS expressions

DDMMIISS--EEXXPP DMIS Export of Part Programs

The DMIS-EXP module permits to export part measuring as a DMIS file.

Metrosoft CM can thus be used as a master sys-tem. Part inspection programs are generated, optimized and stored in this system and may be distributed to CMM equipment of different ven-dors by means of the DMIS interface.

If all systems are operated with Metrosoft CM, then the data exchange may be done directly via the central data base rather than in DMIS.

Export of CM part inspection programs



DMIS settings for export

DDMMIISS--DDMMOO DMIS Protocol of Measuring Results

DMIS measurement results are often required for inspection reports.

The DMIS-DMO module allows you to export measuring data into a DMO file.

The measuring data may thus be attached to the part as data file or may be transmitted by e-mail. This way the recorded data can easily be evalu-ated and stored.

Measuring data protocol in DMO format


DMIS settings for result export


DMIS settings for result export

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DMIS Native Interpreter DDMMIISS--DDIIPP

The DIP module allows you to run DMIS part inspection programs right within Metrosoft CM. The programs are interpreted within the ASCII file without need for prior conversion.

The DMIS Interpreter (DIP) features a number of comfortable text editing functions, e.g. "search & replace", "copy, cut and paste" to support the user.

Input tools and color coding of DMIS commands, as well as the automatic syntax check enhance the performance and reduce program errors.

DIP supports the DMIS 5.2 Standard. Besides genuine measuring functions, DIP also supports High Level Language Extensions for complex commands, i.e. variables, attributes, expres-sions, formula, operators and logical decisions.

Increased comfort for editing functions such as selective stop with a choice of criteria etc. sup-port the run-in and check of DMIS programs.

Native DMIS interpreter

Supports DMIS 5.2 standard

Direct measuring process out of DMIS file

High Level Language interpreter - Variables, expressions, formula - Operators (arithmetic, logical, compare, text, trigonometric) - IF, THEN, ELSE decisions - Loop (REPEAT-UNTIL, WHILE-DO)

Programming with DMIS Editor - Syntax-Check

- Search and replace

- Copy, cut, insert

- Edit commands dialogue guided

- Insert and learn (teach-in) commands

- Input assistance (Code completion)

- Color coding of DMIS commands

- Variables control window

- DMIS terminal for text in- and output

- Message window for syntax errors

Execution of DMIS programs - Execute from and to cursor position

- Execution with parameter modification

- Single step execution

- Set stop marks

- Selective stops

- Pause mode

- Call of subprograms

- Execute external programs

Modules for CMM Equipment

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MMPPHH Motorized and Manual Probe Heads

The motorized Renishaw probe head MPH (e.g. PH10) is suitable for the measurement of any part. The PH10 rotates 360° and swivels 105°. Each position can be calibrated automatically and stored as probe system in Metrosoft CM. At a probe system change, the correct PH10 alignment is automatically set. A user dialog is available for the manual probe head MIH.

Probe system recall incl. swivel of PH10

Probe head rotation & swivel

User dialog for manual probe heads

Supported probe heads: – Renishaw PH9 / PH10 – Renishaw MIH / RTP 20 – Stiefelmayer HA – Zeiss RDS (incl. CAA)

MMPPHH--CCAAAA CAA compensated Motorized Probe Head

Time needed for the calibration can be signifi-cantly reduced with the CAA compensated PH10-iQ probe head from Renishaw. The PH10-iQ includes a CAA compensation file. After cali-brating only six angle positions, all 720 positions can be used right away.

Localize PH10-iQ

Calculate PH10-iQ probe deflection

Rotate/swivel probe head without calibration (for triggered probe systems with one stylus in sensor direction)

PPHHSS Rotary & Swivel Servo Probe Head

Metrosoft CM3 in conjunction with WPC control-ler allows you to measure with the Renishaw PHS1 probe head in any position, after only one initial calibration (with WPC controller).

Measurements are simplified by the automatic pre-alignment of the PHS into the element axis.

Free mounting position of PHS1 head

Initialization of PHS1 probe head

Automatic sphere calibration of PHS1 head

Automatic error compensation, including deflection of the extension

Loading of probe system with PHS swivel function

Rotation & swivel of probe via joystick

Automatic pre-alignment into the element axis

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Scanning Probe REVO RREEVVOO

This module controls the probe head Renishaw REVO with integrated scanning probe system.

The REVO is controlled via the Renishaw I++ DME Server.

The calibration of the probe head as well as of the probe systems is being processed within the Renishaw I++ DME Server.

In order to scan, the module SCAN is required.

Scanning Probe SP25 SSPP2255

This module controls the compact analog scan-ning probe Renishaw SP25.

It requires the module SCAN for the continuous scanning of Elements.

The SP25 probe allows you also the accurate measuring of single points.

SP25 calibration and configuration

Indexing of the probe head with PH10

Accurate single point measurement

Scanning Probe SP600 SSPP660000

This module controls the analog continuous scanning probe Renishaw SP600.




Indexing of the probe head with PH10



SSPP8800 Scanning Probe SP80

This module controls the analog precision scan-ning probe head Renishaw SP80.

The probe head SP80 allows you to use very long and heavy probe styli up to 500 mm length and 500 g weight.




Use of long an heavy probe styli


PPHHOOEENNIIXX Optical Sensor PHOENIX

Module for the control of the optical sensor WENZEL PHOENIX I and PHOENIX II for measuring geometric elements.

Calibration and measuring procedures are com-pletely integrated into Metrosoft CM.

Measurement of surface point, plane, circle, rectangle, slot, outside cylinder, edge points and simple gaps (flush and gap with PHOENIX I only).

PHOENIX calibration and configuration

Sensor swivel with Renishaw PHS or PH10M

Sensor probe changing with Renishaw ACR2 or ACR3 unit


Automatic Probe Changer AAPPCC

Metrosoft CM supports the automatic probe changer Renishaw ACR1 / ACR3. Thus up to 8 probes can be used without the need of re-calibration.

The APC module provides an additional function to re-calibrate defined probe racks of the ACR1 within short time.

Supports Renishaw probe changer ACR1 in active and passive mode

Supports Renishaw probe changer ACR3 with 4 or 8 racks

Calibration of probe changer

Selective re-calibration of ACR1

Load probe system incl. automatic probe change

Change probe system

Probe Changer ACR2 AACCRR22

The probe changer ACR2 fits to the Renishaw rotary & swivel probe head PHS1.

The probes with fixed extensions are stored in compartments that are individually calibrated

Calibration of compartments

Loading of probe system incl. automatic probe change

Changing of probe

Any mounting position

Stylus Changing Rack SCR200 SSCCRR220000

The Renishaw stylus changer SCR200 is de-signed for the TP200 probe and has locations for up to 6 styli.

Contrary to the ACR, the SCR200 deposits just the stylus in the rack, rather than the probe.

Calibrate stylus changer

Load probe system including automatic stylus change

Change stylus


SSCCRR660000 Optical Sensor SCR600

The Renishaw SCR600 probe stylus changer completes the SP600.

It stores up to four styli which can be changed automatically.

Calibrate stylus changer

Load probe system including automatic sty-lus change

Change stylus

SSCCRR880000 Optical Sensor SCR800

The Renishaw stylus changer SCR800 is de-signed for the TP800 probe. This rack is very versatile and allows you to calibrate and store an unlimited number of probe systems. The racks can be placed individually.

The SCR800 module in Metrosoft CM supports the multiple operation of SCR800 units.

Calibration of rack

Load probe system incl. automatic probe change

Probe changing

Multiple operation of SCR800 units

MMCCRR2200 Stylus Changer MCR20

The Renishaw stylus changer MCR20 fits to the TP20 probe and has locations for up to 6 styli.

Calibration of stylus changer

Loading of probe system incl. automatic stylus change

Changing of stylus


Flexible Probe Changer FCR25 FFCCRR2255

The flexible probe changer FCR25 enhances the scanning probe SP25. It allows you to change modules and styli.

The FCR25 can be mounted either on the probe rack MRS or onto a stand alone support.

Slot calibration

Load probe system incl. automatic stylus or probe module change

Supports multiple FCR25 units

Probe Stylus Changer SCP80 SSCCPP8800

The probe stylus changer Renishaw SCP80 fits the scanning probe SP80.

An unlimited number of SPC80 units may be mounted on the probe rack MRS.

Slot calibration


Supports multiple SCP80 units

Probe Stylus Changer SCP600 SSPPCC660000

The probe stylus changer Renishaw SCP600 fits the scanning probe SP600.

An unlimited number of SCP600 units may be mounted on the probe rack MRS.

Slot calibration


Supports multiple SCP600 units

Rotary Table Control RROOTT

Metrosoft CM supports manual as well as CNC controlled rotary tables.

ROT1 supports manual rotary tables, ROT2 supports semi automatic and ROT3 supports CNC controlled rotary tables.

Module ROT3 is available for Metrocon S ROT and WPC 2010 controllers.

Rotary table settings

Initialize rotary table

Position rotary table

Define co-ordinate system of rotary table


33CCMMMM Multi Carriage Mode

Metrosoft CM supports the operation of manual multi carriage CMM’s up to three carriages.

This capability includes the operation of 3 measuring systems with only one software.

It is possible to connect optionally between 1 to 3 control panels.

Multi carriage mode for manual CMM’s

Operation of up to 3 measuring carriages

Connection of up to 3 Metroterm E or Metroterm C

11DDMMVV 1-Dimensional External Measuring Tools Online

The 1DMV module is a direct Metrosoft CM interface for electronic measuring tools (e.g. dial gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges).

A universal interface allows the connection to all major brands (e.g. Mitutoyo, Tesa, Heidenhain, Trimos, Sylvac, NSK/Helios, Käfer, Mettler, etc.).

The connection needs an RS 232 port on the PC and an IBR interface unit.

Metrosoft CM handles the measuring data like user measuring features. The module EXFE is needed as prerequisite for using 1DMV.

Interface for various electronic gages

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Linear Error Compensation CCAAAA11

The accuracy of your CMM can be increased via mathematical compensation of machine errors. The errors are determined through reference measurements and are saved in correction data files. CAA1 compensates for linear scale errors as well as for angular errors of rotary tables.

Linear compensation of scale errors

Linear compensation of angular positioning errors of rotary tables

Compensation On / Off switch

Straightness and Squareness Compensation CCAAAA22

Geometrical errors of machined CMM parts have direct effect on the measuring accuracy. Module CAA2 achieves the compensation of scale errors as well as straightness and square deviations.


Compensation of straightness and orthogonal deviations


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Volumetric Compensation CCAAAA33

This module compensates for volumetric errors of the CMM.

A total of 21 potential error sources is corrected, i.e. per axis 3 translatory and 3 rotary errors, plus the squareness deviations between axes.

CAA3 includes the functions of the CAA1 and CAA2 modules.


Compensation of straightness and squareness deviations

Compensation of angular errors of rotary ta-bles

Compensation of translatory and rotary errors of machine axes


CMM Error Compensation

CCAAAATT11 Temperature Compensation

The temperature of both the CMM and the part influence the accuracy of the measuring re-sults. The deviations depend on the material and may be compensated with CAAT through input of the temperature and the expansion coefficient.

Unlike geometrical CMM errors temperature variations must be recorded dynamically.

The temperature input either is carried out via a dialogue or automatic via sensor positioned at critical machine points.

Compensation of temperature variations of part and CMM

Configuring of basic temperatures

Input dialog for temperatures

Temperature display in the status line

Automatic reading of part and CMM tempera-tures through WPT 100 unit


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Graphic Interactive Programming System GGRRIIPPSS

GRIPS enhances Metrosoft CM to an integrated graphic interactive offline programming system based on CAD models.

A complete measuring cycle incl. drawback points and intermediate positions is generated by a simple click on measuring points or geometric elements on the CAD model.

All parameters such as number of probing points, number and position of probing planes, sectors etc. may be selected by means of dialog masks.

The generated measuring cycles are graphically visualized on the CAD model and can be edited in all parameters.

The simulation mode displays the probe stylus as well as the probe, probe head and quill for an easy visual collision check.

The part inspection programs may be executed online and offline, which offers you comfort and safety for their test and editing.

Measure points graphically or numerically with a mouse click in the CAD model

Create intermediate points graphically or nu-merically

Graphic interactive CMM online measuring

Graphic interactive offline programming

Display of the complete measuring machine

Loading, display and alignment of CAD mod-els

Position CAD model on the virtual CMM

Move CMM with virtual joystick

Creation, execution, controlling and editing of measurement procedures

Setup of inspection strategies

Edge distance and security zones

Graphic interactive editing of measurement and intermediate points

Clearly arranged display of traverse paths on the CAD model

Visual collision detection with display of stylus, probe, probe head swivel range and quill

Execute part inspection programs offline

Configurable simulation velocity

Collision detection during programming or execution of the part inspection program

Estimation of the feature related measurement uncertainty by random scattering of probe points

Chromatically display of form deviations of geometrical elements

External Workstation

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Metrosoft CM can be operated also as external workstation.

This module is not available separately but included in all offline licenses and packages.

With an offline license part inspection programs can be created or edited, among others, with-out a machine in order to reduce the cost in-tense occupancy of the machine.

In addition an offline license can be used for the management of CAD-models, part inspec-tion programs and measurement results or also for reporting.

Operate Metrosoft CM offline without use of expensive measuring equipment

CCAADDCCOO CAD converter as independent program

CADCO is an independent program to convert nominal CAD data into the Metrosoft CM for-mat.

The number of convertible file formats depends of course on the installed converter modules (e.g. CADVDA, CADIGES, etc.).

An unlimited number of files can be selected from different directories and converted in batch mode. The converted files can easily be distributed through the network.

A protocol supplies an overall view of the con-version. Additional information is generated for every file to reveal possible problems during the conversion.

The CADCO functionality is included in the module CM-SURF.

Import several CAD files in batch mode

Protocol file for the conversion

File formats according to converter modules (CADVDA, CADIGES…).

If the CAD model contains several coordinate systems, one can select with which coordinate system the CAD data should be imported.

Automatic conversion with the coordinate systems which are included in the CAD-model (into different files).

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Module SNC1 is needed for the use of CNC op-erated CMM’s.

Metrosoft CM provides drivers for various brands of CNC controllers.

The amount and types of available drivers is specified in the documentation "Metrosoft CM Driver List".

Support of CNC controlled CMM’s

CMM Positioning

CNC control for free form surfaces SSNNCC22

The Online measurement of free form surfaces with CNC operated CMM requires the module SNC2 in addition to SURF and the pertaining options.

CNC functionality for free form surfaces

Automation / Process Integration

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IIOO I/O Interface for commands in Metrosoft CM part programs

This module is a digital I/O Interface for On/Off commands in Metrosoft CM part programs. It generates control commands for input/output units, such as "Start pallet loading" or "Switch lamp ON", etc.

An optional Software Developer Kit is available containing technical documentation, program-ming examples, and support. This allows the programming of a COM Server for the control of all types of peripheral units.

Digital On/Off commands

Programmable Hold for input signal

Pulse output

RRCCII Programmable interface for remote control of Metrosoft CM

This module allows you to control Metrosoft CM out of external central process computers.

This is achieved through a Microsoft DCOM standard interface. The RCI module is the uni-versal link for the integration of a CMM into production units with automatic process con-trol.

The additional Software Developer Kit with technical documentation, programming exam-ples and support helps the system engineer in programming the process computer.

Selection of data base

Selection of part and inspection program

Start & Stop of part inspection program

DMIS and statistical data export

Metrosoft CM status output

General Information Page 31

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Drivers for Measuring Systems, Probe Systems, Peripheral Units and Accessories, which WENZEL Metromec AG supplies in conjunction with Metrosoft CM Software, are based on the technical specifications of the related sys-tem vendor.

Drivers are developed and tested by WENZEL Metromec AG for interfaces which are specified and supplied by the vendor at that time. Further modifications applied by the vendor do not obligate Metromec to update the driver within a released Metrosoft CM Version.

WENZEL Metromec AG cannot be made responsible for possible restrictions in the functionality of Metrosoft CM, caused by the interface or Hard- and Software of external systems.

Eventual license fees claimed by vendors for the use of their system interface are at any rate not covered by the Metrosoft CM license.

WENZEL Metromec AG reserves the right to change the supplied volume of system drivers at any time according to its own discretion.

Technical changes reserved.

WENZEL Metromec AG 7007 Chur / Switzerland

General Information

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WENZEL Metromec AG

Rheinfelsstrasse 1 CH-7007 Chur / Switzerland

Phone +41 81 257 07 00 Fax +41 81 257 07 01

[email protected] www.metromec.ch

Copyright by WENZEL Metromec AG, February 2013

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