Optical Inspection Systems

Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits

CapaCam - Combined surface and shape verification of machined cast parts

Camera system for cast part inspection

Combined surface and shape verification of machined cast parts

capacam

CapaCam is a system that provides the fully automated optical inspection of cast parts' machined surfaces. Components in automotive and mechanical engineering are subject to highest demands in quality. Therefore, a test coverage of 100% is mandatory. Often this parts feature complex structures and show defects that are small and difficult to dectect. Optical inspection in series production by human testers is subjective, error-prone, time-consuming and thus expensive. The CapaCam system was developed to reliably detect even the smallest surface defects like blow holes, scratches, bumps, stains, or misshaped edges during production.

Technical Data

Processing speed:max. 100 cm²/sec
Detectable fault size:> 0,3 mm
Fault types:Blow holes, scratches, bumps, stains, or misshaped edges

Other configuration on request. 

Application example: Adapter plates

Reference installation:

Fully automatic test device at Schulte & Schmidt GmbH & Co., Light Metal Foundry Nürnberg