PrismMaster®
Goniometer for high-precision optical angle measurements
PrismMaster® goniometers are used for high-precision optical angle measurements on prisms, polygons and wedges. Even after more than 20 successful years on the market, the PrismMaster® 300 HR from TRIOPTICS continues to set the standard for accuracy in the industry. The overall concept of the PrismMaster® series follows a simple philosophy: providing an instrument with unrivalled accuracy which is also easy to use.
Highest Accuracy
When accuracy really counts, there is no alternative to PrismMaster®, the world´s most accurate prism angle measurement device with an accuracy of up to 0.25 arcseconds.
Maximum flexibility
With its extensive configurations, the PrismMaster® series is ideal for versatile measurement requirements in optical workshops as well as entry and final inspection in production environments.
Powerful software
The PrismMaster® series impresses with extensive software functionality and simple operation. The function of the prism configurator simplifies the measurement of a large variety of samples. Further advantages are the Software-automated sample tilt compensation (emulated tilt table) as well as transmission measurements and refractive index calculations performed by the software
Product Overview
PrismMaster® 300 HR
The world’s most accurate angle measurement device
When accuracy really matters, there is no alternative to the PrismMaster® 300 HR. With an accuracy of 0.25 arc seconds, it remains the world’s most accurate angle measurement device for prisms.
Outstanding absolute accuracy achieved in a single measurement
Measurement of a large variety of samples including microprisms with a minimum sample size of 1.5 mm²
Ultra-stable and accurate rotary air bearing
Stable granite frame for all measuring parts.
- Measurement table in three different heights for easy adaption of different sample diameters and heights
PrismMaster® 300
Versatile automatic precision goniometer
The TRIOPTICS PrismMaster® 300 is a high precision and versatile automatic goniometer for angular measurements of prisms, polygons and wedges. It offersa number of innovative features:
High accuracy of 0.5 arcseconds
Stable granite frame for all measuring parts
Measurement table in three different heights
Outstanding absolute accuracy achieved in a single measurement
- Measurement of a large variety of samples including microprisms
- Ultra-stable and accurate rotary air bearing
PrismMaster® 150 HR
Economical and compact goniometer
The PrismMaster® 150 HR is characterised by high efficiency and compact dimensions. It is ideal for optical workshops as well as receipt and final inspection in production environments.
For a large variety of samples including microprisms with a minimum sample size of 1.0 mm²
Stable granite and steel frame for all measuring parts
Compact design with full system integration and single-cable connection
Outstanding absolute accuracy achieved in a single measurement
Ultra-stable and accurate rotary air bearing
PrismMaster® 150 MAN
Manual, Compact Goniometer
The PrismMaster® 150 MAN is a manual compact goniometer
Angular measurements of prisms, polygons and wedges
Ideal for receipt and final inspection in production environments
Low installation requirements
Outstanding absolute accuracy achieved in a single measurement
- No compressed air required due to accurate ball bearing and high performance angular encoder
- Compact design with full system integration and single-cable connection
PrismMaster® 300 HR MAX
Automatic goniometer for large samples
The PrismMaster® 300 HR MAX rounds off the product range with a system for measurement of large samples
Measurement of a large variety of samples
Samples diameter of up to 420 mm
Motorized z-stage
Outstanding absolute accuracy achieved in a single measurement
Ultra-stable and accurate rotary air bearing
PrismMaster® Flex
Highly flexible goniometer for quality control
The PrismMaster® Flex is a flexible and versatile configurable goniometer with a modular product concept.
Fast and easy quality control of prisms and plano optics in optics manufacturing
Three configuration levels: PrismMaster® Flex, 1D and 2D
Measurement in reflection for outer prism angles and in transmission for deflection angles
Basic configuration as comparison goniometer for production-related quality testing of prisms and plano optics, measurement times of less than 1 sec per sample
Configuration levels “1D” and “2D” for angle measurement in absolute values up to measurement of spatial angular relationships
Up to two additional (auto-)collimators as options for all configuration levels
Mechanical ball bearing, no compressed air required
Applications
PrismMaster®
Angle measurements of polygons, prisms and wedges
Surface tilt errors of prism and polygons
Wedge errors of optical windows
Angles of microprisms
Pyramidal errors
Angular gauge block
PrismMaster® Flex
Comparison measurement of surface angle
With optional additional collimator:
Comparison measurement of deflection angle
Absolute measurement of parallelism of plane parallel plates
With optional additional autocollimator:
Comparison measurement on two surfaces
An encoder in the swivel arm offers the following measurement possibilities:
Surface angle
Tilt angle
With optional additional collimator:
Deflection angle/transmission angle
Parallelism of plane parallel plates
With optional narrowband lightsource
Refractive index
An additional encoder in the rotary table enables further measurement applications:
Spatial angular relationships
Wedge orientation
Tilt angle of strongly inclined surfaces
Pyramidal angle
With optional additional collimator and autocollimator:
Beamsplitter cube
Software
PrismMaster® Software
Measuring Process of a Standard Sample
There is no easier way of achieving an immediate and ultra-accurate angle value of plano-optic components. The new software provides fully automated measurement of standard prisms and polygons:
Prism Configurator for the easy definition of non-standard and compound prisms
Software-automated sample tilt compensation (emulated tilt table) for quick and precise measurement of prism angles and pyramidal errors without laborious adjustments
Input of tolerance ranges and pass/fail classifications
Evaluation, display and recording of the measurement results according to ISO
Technical Data
| Parameter | PrismMaster® 300 HR | PrismMaster® 300 | PrismMaster® 150 HR | PrismMaster® 150 MAN | PrismMaster® 300 HR MAX | PrismMaster® Comparison | PrismMaster® Flex |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| System accuracy | 0.25 arcsec | 0.5 arcsec | 1.0 arcsec | 1.2 arcsec | 0.4 arcsec | 1.5 arcsec | 1.5 arcsec1),2) |
| Tilt angle measurement | on request | on request | on request | on request | 1.5 arcsec | ||
| Pyramidal error | 1 arcsec | 1 arcsec | 3 arcsec | 5 arcsec | 1 arcsec | ||
| Bearing of the sample table | air bearing | air bearing | air bearing | ball bearing | air bearing | ball bearing | ball bearing |
| Rotation of the sample table | automatic | automatic | automatic | manual | automatic | manual | manual |
| Max. sample size | dia. 225 mm | dia. 225 mm | dia. 120 mm | dia. 120 mm | dia. 420 mm | dia. 110 mm | dia. 120 mm |
| Max. sample weight | 10 kg | 10 kg | 3 kg | 10 kg | 50 kg | 5 kg | 2 kg |
| Dimensions (h x w x d) | 310 mm x 790 mm x 460 mm | 310 mm x 790 mm x 460 mm | 180 mm x 550 mm x 330 mm | 180 mmx 470 mm x 270 mm | 880 mm x 1,050 mm x 1,000 mm | 600 mm x 360 mm x 480 mm | 510 mm x 300 mm x 450 mm |
| Autocollimator focal length | 300 | 300 | 150 | 150 | 300 | 300/150 | 150 |
| Autocollimator aperture | 45 | 45 | 32 | 32 | 45 | 45/32 | 32 |
| Electronic autocollimator | EFL 300 mm, Diameter 57 mm | EFL 300 mm, Diameter 57 mm | EFL 150 mm, Diameter 38 mm | EFL 150 mm, Diameter 38 mm | EFL 300 mm Diameter 57 mm | EFL 300 mm/ 150mm Diameter 57mm/ 38mm | EFL 150 mm, Diameter 38 mm |
| Weight | 109 kg | 109 kg | 40 kg | 19 kg | 350 kg | 50 kg | 35 kg |
| Type | Table top device | Table top device | Table top device | Table top device | Table top device | Table top device | Table top device |
1) 2.5 arcsec with PrismMaster® Flex 1D
2) 5 arcsec with PrismMaster® Flex 2D
Upgrades & Accessories
The functionality of your PrismMaster® is enhanced with comprehensive upgrades and accessories.
Roof Prism Mount
Small Prism Adapter
Viewfinder
Three Point Support
Reference Sample (trapezoidal)
Measurement Cell
Knowledge Base
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