ARGOS nexus
ARGOS nexus provides objective, automated scratch/dig inspection for a wide range of precision optical components. From batch inspection of small parts to individual large optics, ARGOS nexus combines flexible imaging, automated defect evaluation, and traceable results in a versatile production-ready platform. Dimensional ISO 10110-7 and visibility-based MIL-PRF-13830B inspection provide the flexibility to evaluate surface quality according to your application.
ARGOS nexus benefits
Automated inspection
Load multiple components for automated batch inspection or inspect individual large optical surfaces. Automated part detection, measurement, and evaluation reduce operator involvement while providing consistent inspection results across production quantities.
Objective inspection to ISO or MIL standards
Dimensional ISO 10110-7 evaluation supports standards-based inspection of flat and curved optical surfaces, while visibility-based MIL-PRF-13830B evaluation provides objective inspection of flat optics. Calibrated measurement conditions enable consistent defect evaluation across a wide range of precision optical components.
Traceability for improved process control
Automated defect evaluation provides consistent pass/fail decisions without relying on subjective visual inspection. Detailed inspection reports document defects and measurement results, providing traceable surface quality data for every inspected optic.
ARGOS nexus models
ARGOS nexus 200 / 300
ARGOS nexus 200 and 300 provide flexible automated inspection in a compact benchtop system. From individual components to entire batches of precision optics, inspection areas of 205 × 205 mm and 320 × 320 mm provide the flexibility to accommodate a wide range of part sizes and production needs. Both models are suitable for use in ISO Class 6 cleanrooms.
ARGOS nexus 400
ARGOS nexus 400 extends automated inspection to particularly large optics or larger batches of components. An inspection area of 400 × 600 mm accommodates optics weighing up to 55 kg, providing additional capacity for demanding applications. The fully enclosed system includes an integrated air filter and is suitable for use in ISO Class 6 cleanrooms.
System sizes
| ARGOS nexus | 200 | 300 | 400 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum inspection area in mm | 205 x 205 | 320 x 320 | 400 x 600 |
| System size in mm (L x W x H) | 400 x 520 x 620 | 500 x 740 x 620 | 950 x 1095 x 2270 |
Measuring head variants
The modular design of ARGOS allows you to choose the measurement head that best fits your inspection requirements. The S measurement head provides higher resolution for tight surface quality specifications. The M measurement head offers a larger field of view, enabling faster inspection when higher throughput is the priority.
| ARGOS nexus measurement head | S | M |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal resolution (object-side pixel pitch) | 2.74 µm | 5.78 µm |
| Camera field of view in mm | 12.3 x 12.3 | 24.6 x 24.6 |
| Smallest ISO 10110-7 size grade | 0.004 (digs), 0.0025 (scratches) | 0.0063 (digs), 0.004 (scratches) |
| Smallest MIL-PRF-13830B grades | 10–5 | 10–5 |
| Smallest visible defects1/2 | < 1 µm | < 2 µm |
| Reproducibility of the size measurement1/3 | < 1.5 µm | < 3 µm |
2Smallest visible defects: Small defects will be assigned the minimum grade number 0.0025/0.004/0.0063.
3Reproducibility of the size measurement: Mean standard deviation of measured defect sizes for 30 repetitions with the same calibration sample.
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