API Radian Laser Tracker

API Radian Laser Tracker

The API Radian Laser Tracker range provides portable 3D coordinate measurement for precision inspection, alignment, calibration, and manufacturing applications. Using laser measurement technology, the Radian series supports long-distance measurement with configurations designed for 3D and 6DOF measurement requirements.

The family is available in three configurations: Radian Core, Radian Plus, and Radian Pro, with maximum distance range options up to 80m, depending on the selected model.

Portable Measurement for Industrial Environments

The Radian range combines precision measurement with functionality designed for flexible operation in industrial environments.

Key capabilities provided across the Radian family include:

• SMR measurement
• Measurement ranges up to 80m
• Autolock Function that automatically re-establishes beam interruptions within a 30° field of view
• Environmental compensation for temperature, pressure and humidity
• IEC 60529 certified ingress protection against dust and other contaminants
• Support for measurement tasks including dynamic 3D reflector measurement, hidden-point probing, surface scanning, feature extraction, automation, and machine control, depending on configuration

Radian Core and Radian Plus also feature wireless operation and an integrated controller, while Radian Pro uses Ethernet connectivity and provides additional measurement functionality.

Radian Core, Plus & Pro

Extended Measurement Functionality

The Radian Laser Tracker range can be extended with measurement accessories according to the selected configuration.

vProbe
A hand-held, light-weight, wireless tactile probe with an easy-hold grip stylus for inspection of intricate features and cavities on large, complex parts.

iScan 3D
Supports large-scale scanning and is capable of scanning highly reflective and high contrast surface areas.

Active Target
When paired with a Radian Laser Tracker, Active Target™ supports automated tracking and inspection of machine tools, CNC machines, and industrial robots.

Smart Track
The Smart TRACK Sensor (STS), when paired with a Radian Laser Tracker, is designed to reduce inaccuracies and provide performance data during robotic calibration.

Availability of these measurement functions varies between Radian Core, Radian Plus, and Radian Pro, as shown in the technical comparison.

Measurement Applications

The Radian Laser Tracker range supports a variety of industrial measurement tasks, including:

• Alignment
• Calibration
• Part Measurement
• Jigs, Fixture & Tooling Inspection
• Reverse Engineering
• Robotics
• Adaptive Control

The supplied information identifies applications across industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Heavy Machinery, Agricultural Equipment, Manufacturing, Military & Defense, Transportation, Machine Tools, Automation, Tooling, and Robotics.

Operational Features

Depending on configuration, the Radian series incorporates features designed to simplify measurement and operation:

• Wireless Operation: Onboard wireless reduces setup requirements on supported models.
• Autolock Function: Automatically re-establishes interrupted beams within a 30° field of view.
• Virtual Level: High-accuracy internal level establishes a gravity coordinate frame in one click.
• Environmental Compensation: Onboard weather station compensates for temperature, pressure and humidity.
• Integrated Operation: Radian Core and Radian Plus feature an integrated controller for cableless operation.
• Battery Operation: Radian Core and Radian Plus provide 10 Hours of battery operation according to the supplied technical specifications.
• Dust and Water Protection: IEC 60529 certified ingress protection supports operation in harsh environments.