Creaform Portable Optical (CMM)

The arm-free portable probing system designed for the shop floor

Accuracy and simplicity combined with portability

The HandyPROBE™ line-up is a portable optical CMM specifically designed for use on the shop floor. Thanks to its metrology-grade accuracy and dynamic referencing capabilities, the HandyPROBE delivers unmatched accuracy regardless of the measurement setup, instabilities of the environment and user experience level.
Without the requirements of a rigid measurement setup, the complete measuring system—the part, optical tracker, and wireless probe—can all be moved freely at any time during the measurement sequence.
The HandyPROBE is simply the best metrology solution for measuring geometrical entities on parts of any size directly on the production floor.

Accuracy of
0.025 mm

Certified
ISO 17025

Patented
Technology

Worldwide
Support

Achieve Metrology-grade Accuracy

The HandyPROBE is your go-to portable optical CMM to acquire highly accurate, reliable and repeatable 3D measurements—right on the shop floor.

Dynamic referencing

Optical reflectors ensure that accuracy is never compromised because of shop floor conditions.

Reliable acceptance test

The HandyPROBE’s acceptance test follows the ISO 10360-12 standard and is ISO 17025 accredited.

Measure parts with a wide range of sizes

Get accurate measurements of parts ranging from 0.2 to 6 meters (0.7 to 20 feet) in size.

Metrology-grade measurements

Benefit from an accuracy of 0.025 mm (0.0009 in) with a traceable certificate.

Consistent accuracy over time

No accuracy drift over time in your quality control workflows thanks to an easy field calibration procedure.

Take it Anywhere. Use it Anywhere.

Because there is no physical link between the probe and system, the HandyPROBE can easily be brought to wherever the part is for maximum adaptability.

Arm-free system

Tackle any inspection, anywhere, with ease thanks to an arm-free system that offers unprecedented freedom of movement.

Versatile measurement capabilities

Measure objects of any size or geometry with confidence.

Take it anywhere

The system, tripod and accessories fit into a single, portable carrying case for easy travelling to remote production sites.

Simplicity that Gets the Job Done

Quality control teams rely on the HandyPROBE’s fast setup time and ease of use to quickly carry out mission-critical inspections and accelerate production.

No rigid setup required

The system can be moved freely in a larger and extendable measurement volume and mitigates conventional leapfrog that occurs with traditional portable CMMs.

Automatic alignments

Optical reflectors allow for repetitive inspections without bogging down processes with realignment.

User-friendly design

The ergonomic wireless probe and multi-function buttons make for faster onboarding and easier interaction with the system.

Optional 3D scanning capabilities by adding the MetraSCAN 3D

Technical Specifications

Innovative technology that provides accuracy, simplicity, portability as well as real speed to your metrology-grade applications.

Accuracy

0.025 mm
(0.0009 in)

Volumetric Accuracy

0.064 mm
(0.0025 in)

Part size range (recommended)

0.2–6 m
(0.7–20 ft)

    HandyPROBE Next™ HandyPROBE Next™| Elite
Accuracy(1) 0.030 mm
(0.0012 in)		 0.025 mm
(0.0009 in)
Volumetric accuracy(1) 9.1 m3 (320 ft3) 0.086 mm
(0.0034 in)		 0.064 mm
(0.0025 in)
16.6 m3 (586 ft3) 0.122 mm
(0.0048 in)		 0.078 mm
(0.0031 in)
Volumetric accuracy
(with MaxSHOT 3D)2		 MaxSHOT Next™ 0.060 mm + 0.025 mm/m
(0.0024 in + 0.0003 in/ft)		 0.044 mm + 0.025 mm/m
(0.0017 in + 0.0003 in/ft)
MaxSHOT Next™| Elite 0.060 mm + 0.015 mm/m
(0.0024 in + 0.00018 in/ft)		 0.044 mm + 0.015 mm/m
(0.0017 in + 0.00018 in/ft)
Part size range (recommended) 0.2–6 m (0.7–20 ft)
Software VXelements
Weight Probe: 0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
C-Track: 5.7 kg (12.5 lb)
Dimensions
(LxWxH)		 Probe: 68 x 157 x 340 mm (2.7 x 6.2 x 13.4 in)
C-Track: 1031 x 181 x 148 mm (40.6 x 7.1 x 5.8 in)
Operating temperature range 5-40 °C
(41-104 °F)
Operating humidity range
(non-condensing)		 10-90%
Certifications EC Compliance (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, Low Voltage Directive), compatible with rechargeable batteries (when applicable), IP50, WEEE
Patents FR 2,838,198, EP (FR, UK, DE, IT) 1,492,995
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