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Optical Viewsplitters

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Compact Adjustable Field Splitter eliminates need for dual cameras

A compact version of the AFS that includes special 45 degree fold blocks to provide right angle views. This, combined with an SES-380 telecentric lens puts a lot of optical capability into a small space.

Take a look a some of the examples and how it works, then call us to find out how we can make Light Work for you.

How the Adjustable Field Splitter Works

how the AFS works

  • The AFS threads onto lens
  • A metallized prism splits the view into 2 fields
  • The optical path of each field travels down the "articulated periscope" arms
  • Each rotary joint is adjustable and lockable
  • Each arm of AFS views a different object, or
  • Two arms can view same object from different angles
  • Regardless of adjustment position or arm angle, the optical path remains constant


Example AFS applications

Printed circuit board inspection View widely spaced components at high resolution.

Web guidance and inspection Inspect the widely spaced edges of interest in a web guidance application.

Inspect both ends of single object Use a single camera to view two different planes of same object.

Complementary diameter gauging Perform precision diameter checks from two angles using one camera.

High resolution bottle gauging Use the AFS to obtain high resolution diameter measurement by imaging opposite edges of a wide mouth bottle.

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360 degree object inspection A four-arm AFS can give your single camera an undistorted full view.


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