The all-in-one solution for portable 3D measurement
The flagship of the Absolute Arm range, the Absolute Arm 7-Axis delivers tactile probing and non-contact scanning in a uniquely ergonomic package. It’s the clear choice for high-end portable measurement applications. With usability central to its design, this is an articulating measuring arm that can’t be beaten when it comes to ease of movement and ease of measurement. All this adds up to a far more productive and versatile arm that delivers high-accuracy measurement results more quickly and more easily than ever before.
Benefits And Features
Probing and scanning
High-accuracy touch probing performance together with high-end, high-productivity scanning from the Absolute Scanner AS1 or AS1-XL – the Absolute Arm 7-Axis is a multifunctional measurement tool that delivers clear productivity improvements through increased usability and versatility.
IP54 certification
The world’s first portable measuring arm with an IP54 rating, and guaranteed functionality in temperatures of up to 45 degrees Celsius, the Absolute Arm is the perfect partner for measurement in even the most challenging environmental conditions.
Configurable wrist
The ergonomically designed wrist of the Absolute Arm 7-Axis features an OLED measurement display screen, interchangeable grips, exchangeable probe and scanner mountings and a selection of control buttons, making complete one-handed operational efficiency easier than ever before.
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The all-in-one solution for portable 3D measurement
The flagship of the Absolute Arm range, the Absolute Arm 7-Axis delivers tactile probing and non-contact scanning in a uniquely ergonomic package. It’s the clear choice for high-end portable measurement applications. With usability central to its design, this is an articulating measuring arm that can’t be beaten when it comes to ease of movement and ease of measurement. All this adds up to a far more productive and versatile arm that delivers high-accuracy measurement results more quickly and more easily than ever before.
Absolute Arm 7-Axis Specifications
Accuracy (EUNI₁) | |
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From 0.027mm | |
Arm sizes | |
2.0m / 2.5m / 3.0m / 3.5m / 4.0m / 4.5m | |
Series | |
83 series – Entry level measurement accuracy 85 series – Perfect balance between value for money and accurate measurement 87 series – Ultimate solution for portable high-accuracy measurement | |
Protection class | |
IP 54 | |
Operating temperature | |
5 to +45°C | |
Certification | |
ISO 10360-12:2016 (for probing) ISO 10360-8 Annex D (for scanning) | |
Weight | |
From 8.8 kg |
₁ Maximum permissible longitudinal error of measurement − according to ISO 10360-12:2016
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