08m13e02 - Basic Measurement Training Workbook For The Instructor FARO

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BASIC MEASUREMENT TRAINING WORKBOOK
FARO SERIAL ARM
DECEMBER 2003
INSTRUCTORS BOOK
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Course Introduction:
This course is designed to provide the skills necessary to measure a part,

check a part, and compare measurements to nominal CAD files.
There will be lectures, as well as hands-on exercises that will allow you to
practice the skills that you have learned.
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Basic Measurement Training Workbook
Version 4.0 - December 2003
Course Checklist
Chapter 1: Hardware Overview
FaroArm Control Station
Setting up the FaroArm
Connecting the Computer
FaroArm Errors
Important Topics - Hardware Overview
Chapter 2: Hardware Overview Practical
Practical Exercise
Chapter 3: Introduction to CAM2 Measure
Using this manual
Starting CAM2 Measure
Screen Layout
Graphics Field
DRO Window
Pull-down Menus
Toolbar Buttons
Prompt Bar
Status Bar
CAM2 Measure HELP
About CAM2
Hotkeys - Viewing
Hotkeys - Commands
Important Topics - Introduction to CAM2 Measure
Chapter 4: Probe Calibration and FaroArm Certification
Calibration and Certification
What is Calibration?
Certification
Probe Calibration
Proper Technique
XYZ Location
Probe Calibration Error
Auxiliary Switch
Important Topics - Probe Calibration and FaroArm Certification
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Practical
Practical Exercise
Probe Calibration
Single Point Certification
Chapter 6: Feature Measurement
Types of Features
2D Features
3D Features
Compensation
Plane Compensation
Compensation of a 2D Feature
Review Features
Printing
Erasing
Important Topics - Feature Measurement
Chapter 7: Feature Measurement Practical
Practical Exercises
Execute Mode
View Control
Review Features
Chapter 8: Basic Part Measurements
Coordinate Systems
What is a Coordinate System?
Alignments
Feature Reducibility
Feature Reducibility Exercise
Constructions
What is a Construction?
Common Constructions
Dimensions
What is a Dimension?
Tricky Dimensions
Important Topics - Basic Part Measurement
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Chapter 9: Basic Part Measurements Practical

Practical Exercise
Setting the Alignment
Feature Measurements
Constructions
Changing Labels from Review Features
Dimensions
Review Features
Saving Data
Additional Coordinate Systems
Switching between coordinate systems.
Chapter 10: Checking a Part
Nominals
What is a Nominal?
Types of Nominals
CAD to Part Alignments
CAD=Part
Important Topics - Checking a Part
Chapter 11: Checking a Part Practical
Practical Exercise
Getting the Nominals
Measuring Features and Adding Nominals
Adding a Nominal through Review Features
Printing and Saving a Text Report
Save The Measurements
Chapter 12: Checking a Part with CAD
Why Work with CAD?
CAD Terminology
Types of CAD Data
IGES
STEP
VDA
Measurement Template
Iterative Alignment (Best Fit)
Automatic Nominal Association
Important Topics - Checking a Part With CAD
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Chapter 13: Checking a Part with CAD Practical

Practical Exercise
Importing an IGES File
Measuring the Alignment Features
Setting an Iterative Alignment
Measure the Remaining Features
Save the Measurement Data
Creating a Graphical Report
Saving the Data as a Graphical Report
Chapter 14: Advanced Dimensions
Geometric Characteristics and Symbols
Form Dimensions
Orientation Dimensions
Parallelism
Perpendicularity
Concentricity
True Position Dimensions
RFS (Regardless of Feature Size)
MMC (Maximum Material Condition)
Important Topics - Advanced Dimensions
Chapter 15: Advanced Dimensions Practical
PRACTICAL - Advanced Dimensions
Constructing Nominals
Creating a Nominal Alignment
Measure the Datum Features
Constructing the Measured Alignment
Position Dimensions
Chapter 16: Surface Measurement
Why Measure a Surface?
Surface Measurement Commands
Inspect Surface
Surface Edge Point
Surface Point
Home In Point
Important Topics - Surface Measurement
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Chapter 17: Surface Measurement Practical

Practical Exercise
Importing the CAD
Measuring and Creating an Alignment
CAD=Part
Checking a Surface
Using Home In Points
Save the Measurements
Chapter 18: Measurement Automation
Learn Mode
Online Learn
Offline Learn
Execute Mode
Important Topics - Measurement Automation
Chapter 19: Online Measurement Automation Practical
Practical Exercise
Importing the CAD
Start Learning
Measure Alignment/Datum Features
Creating an Alignment
Constructions and Dimensions
Generating a Report
End Learn.
Execute Mode
Chapter 20: Offline Measurement Automation Practical
Practical Exercise
Importing the CAD
Start Learning
Add Alignment/Datum Features
Adding an Alignment
Measuring Features
Adding Constructions and Dimensions
Generating a Report
End Learn
Execute Mode
Chapter 21: Move Device Position
Purpose
Moving the Device
Realign the Part to the Device
Important Topics - Move Device Position
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Chapter 22: Move Device Position Practical

Practical Exercise
Importing CAD File
Setting the Coordinate System
Measure Features for the Move Device Position
Performing the Move Device Position Command
Add Measurements to an Existing Feature
Chapter 23: Introduction to Scanning
What is Scanning
Why Scan
Which Scanning Option to Use?
Freehand Scan
Lock Planes
Important Topics - Introduction to Scanning
Chapter 24: Introduction to Scanning Practical
Practical Exercise
CAD=Part
Scan Measurement Preference
Freehand Scanning (2D)
Parallel Lock Planes
Save and Export Data
Chapter 25: Tips and Tricks
The Measurement Track
Examine the Task
Setup Considerations
Data Collection
Data Output
Other Hints
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Chapter 1: Hardware Overview Instructors

Comments
OBJECTIVE The instructor will demonstrate all the
necessary cable connections and prepare the FaroArm for Every system
measuring. After completing this exercise the student will
know the proper mounting techniques to ensure accurate has a Surface
measurements. Mount Plate -
FaroArm Control Station its just where
it is and how it
The exact equipment may differ from the equipment that used in class today.
Listed below is a few of the common components for the FaroArm Control
is going to be
Station systems. used!
Surface Mount Plate
Hex Screwdriver
Hex Key
6 Cap Screws
1 - 6 mm Ball Probe
1 - 3 mm Ball Probe
1 - Point Probe
1 - 1 Reference Sphere
Wrench
CAM2 Measure manual
CAM2 Measure Software CD
CAM2 Measure Port Lock - Required to run CAM2 Measure
Case Wheels
Dust Cover - Use in dusty environments to protect the FaroArm
when not in use
FaroArm Certification Document
Setting up the FaroArm

The FARO Control Station contains an instruction sheet for the unpacking and
setup of the tripod, computer, FaroArm, and printer.
It is very important that the FaroArm is mounted in a stable relationship to the

part (the part should not move relative to the FaroArm). When in doubt, a dial
indicator can be used to measure the defection of the base of the FaroArm.
Poor accuracy is generally caused by poor mounting.
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1 When using the FARO mounting plate first secure the FARO plate
using either clamps or screws/bolts.
FIGURE 1-1 Mounting the Plate
2 Place the FaroArm on the Mounting plate making sure the pin of the
mounting plate slips into the hole of the FaroArm. Make sure the 1"
Reference Sphere is in an area where it is easily accessible.
FIGURE 1-2 Mounting the Device
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3 Tighten down each of the 6 screws making sure they are all tight.
Instructors
Comments
The Control
FIGURE 1-3 Bolting the Device to the Plate
Station
computer has
Connecting the Computer the cables for
The host computer runs the CAM2 Measure software under the Microsoft the FaroArm
Windows (2000, XP) environment. already
The FaroArm plugs into the serial port or COM Port. connected to
the computer
The port lock plugs into the parallel (printer) port and authorizes CAM2
Measure to operate. The computer connects to the Power Supply via the null
ports.
modem cable.
The FaroArm is then connected to the Power Supply with the 1456 cable.
For safety reasons, the power cord should be connected last.
1 1456 FaroArm Cable. 2 3

1
2 Power Supply.
3 Power Cable.
4 Power Outlet. 4
5 Lap Top Computer.

6 Null Modem Cable.
7 FaroArm.
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7 6
FIGURE 1-4 Connecting the Cables
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There are several functions for the lights on the Controller Box: Power, Error,
Error Codes, End Stop Warning, and Referencing of the Encoders.
Instructors After powering on the FaroArm, the encoders must be referenced before
Comments useing the FaroArm. Each encoder must be moved until each error light turns
off. After all of the encoders lights are off, the #2 light will come on when the
FaroArm is put back into the resting position.
Encourage
clearing each FaroArm Errors
encoder in The FaroArm error codes are listed in the back of the user guide. If an error
order occurs, contact FARO Technologies Customer Support.
(1,2,3,etc.) at Please have a written description of the error and what was done just
first and not before the error occurred.
just grabbing Know the FaroArm Serial Number and the Certification Number of the
the FaroArm operator when calling. The Serial Number is listed on the base of the
FaroArm.
and twisting.
Important Topics - Hardware Overview
The 2 Sigma Linear Displacement Accuracy Value is labeled on the
FaroArm. In general, no measurement with the FaroArm should
exceed the 3 Sigma Linear Displacement Accuracy Value.
Poor accuracy is generally caused by poor mounting.
Connect the power cable last.
The port lock plugs into the computers parallel port and enables CAM2
Measure.
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Chapter 2: Hardware Overview Instructors

Practical Comments
Practical Exercise
Practice the setup and packing of the FaroArm/CAM2 Measure system, or the
FARO Control Station System.
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Chapter 2: Hardware Overview Practical
Chapter 3: Introduction to CAM2 Instructors

Measure Comments
OBJECTIVE - The instructor will introduce to the CAM2

Remember this
Measure user interface. After completing this section the assumes that
students will be able to customize system and hardware the
settings.
Measurement
Using this manual Device is
The practical sections of this manual include step by step instructions that will
connected. Try
instruct the user for every step of the process. When a command is to be to make sure
selected, the student will seen the following text. that each
1 From the MEASURE menu, select POINT > SURFACE POINT. system is
The student should use the mouse to select the command. operating
properly before
class.
FIGURE 3-1 Selecting commands from the menu
Starting CAM2 Measure

Select CAM2 Measure from the Windows START button.
Select the units, inches, or millimeters. This creates a new file on the screen.
NOTE: The units cannot be switched units during the measurement session.
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The default Part Preferences are loaded, these will set the decimal places,
tolerances, report formats, and other part related preferences. CAM2 Measure
can be used without a measuring device. This is often called using CAM2
Measure off line.
Screen Layout
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1. Graphics Field 2. Toolbar Buttons
3. Digital Read Out (DRO) 4. Prompt Bar
5. Pull Down menu 6. Status Bar
FIGURE 3-2 Screen Layout
NOTE: This figure above shows the default setup, but can be customized
by the operator.
Graphics Field
The major portion of the CAM2 Measure screen is consumed by the graphics
field. This is the area that will be used to display the measurements, and CAD
data.
FIGURE 3-3 Graphics Field
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DRO Window
The Digital Readout Window displays the current coordinate information from
the measuring device. The window is on top of the CAM2 Measure window
and can be moved and sized with the mouse. The window can also be hidden
by pressing the D key on the computer keyboard. Press the D key again to
display the DRO Window. These keyboard keys are referred to as Hot
keys in CAM2 Measure. There are many more hotkeys listed in the back of
this section.
FIGURE 3-4 Digital ReadOut
Pull-down Menus
On the top of the screen, are the pull-down menus. All the commands can be
accessed through these menus using the mouse.
FIGURE 3-5 Pull Down Menu
Toolbar Buttons
Along the sides of the screen are the toolbars. Toolbars consist of buttons
with pictures that represent the different commands. If the mouse is hovered
over a button for a few seconds a tool tip appears describing the function of the
tool bar button. A longer description also appears at the bottom of the screen in
the Status Bar.
FIGURE 3-6 Toolbar Buttons
Prompt Bar
On the bottom of the screen is the Prompt bar. Instruction for the Current
Command is displayed here, so take a look at it often.
FIGURE 3-7 Prompt Bar

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Status Bar
On the very bottom of the screen is the Status Bar. The description of the
highlighted command will be displayed on this bar, as well as the current units
and the XYZ location of the cursor in the CAD coordinate system.
FIGURE 3-8 Status Bar
CAM2 Measure HELP

CAM2 Measure uses a standard Windows HTML Help file. The help file can
be searched for information by the contents, index, or a keyword by using each
tab on the left side of the Help window. The CAM2 Measure users guide is also
available on the program CD-ROM. The users guide can be viewed, searched,
and printed using Adobe Acrobat Reader.
About CAM2
About CAM2 Measure displays the version, build number and contact
information to Customer Service.
FIGURE 3-9 About CAM2
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Hotkeys - Viewing
Keys Command
Zooms In
i
Zooms Out
o
Zooms All (All the way out)
e
Window Zoom
w
Dynamic Zoom
c
Dynamic Pan
v
Pan
WUXV
Rotate
C+WUXV
Regen (regenerates the picture on the screen)
r
Device View (point the probe and press the
a FRONT button to set the view)
Top View
^
Side View
%
Front View
$
Isometric View SE
&
Isometric View SW
*
Isometric View NE
(
Isometric View NW
)
Increase Whisker Scale
+
Decrease Whisker Scale
-
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Hotkeys - Commands
Keys Command
Help

Cancel
G
Turns off the DRO (digital read out)
d
Change Probe
p
Reset Interferometer
t
Set Distance Mode
n
Search
s
Toggle Point/Scan Mode
x
Multi-Select
m
Material Thickness (Sheet Metal commands
m only)
Measure Point
I
Compensation Point
H
Remove Reading
B
Important Topics - Introduction to CAM2
Measure
The toolbar buttons or the pull-down menus to access commands.
CAM2 Measure runs both with or without a FaroArm.
CAM2 Measure can Import IGES,VDA, STEP, CATIA, and Pro/E

files.
Never turn off the computer while CAM2 Measure is running.
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Chapter 4: Probe Calibration and Instructors

FaroArm Certification Comments
OBJECTIVE - The instructor will demonstrate the procedure

Enter
for calibrating probes. After completing this section the Comments Here
student will be able to perform a proper probe calibration
technique.
Calibration and Certification

What is Calibration?
Calibration is the process by which a measurement device is optimized to
perform measurements accurately. The FaroArm is calibrated at the factory
and will maintain its accuracy unless it is damaged. If it is damaged, it will
need to be repaired and recalibrated.
Calibrate the probe prior to every measurement session, or if using several

probes, calibrate any time it is switched. While it is true that a straight probe
can be removed and replaced very accurately, it is still good practice to
perform the probe calibration.
There are many acceptable ways to calibrate a probe. Only one method will
be presented in this course.
Certification
Certification is the process by which a measurement device is tested to
determine its accuracy. In this course the FARO Single Point method for single
point repeatability certification will be performed. This test can be quickly
performed before any measurement survey to ensure that the device is
performing within specification.
Probe Calibration
The probe calibration is the most critical task performed during a measurement
session. If the probe is calibrated properly, your measurements will be
accurate. If the probe was not calibrated properly, the measurements will not be
accurate.
There are three criteria to determine if a probe has been properly calibrated:
proper technique, repeatable XYZs, and calibration error.
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Proper Technique
It is critical to follow an acceptable procedure. A poor technique can

generate low probe calibration error. However; the low error alone is not an
indication of a good probe calibration.
FIGURE 4-1 Probes
XYZ Location
The last axis of the FaroArm has its own coordinate system. The
location of the center of the ball probe will be reported in this coordinate
system. Using the same probe, the device should be able to repeat this value
with better results than the single-point accuracy of the device.
Probe Calibration Error

The FaroArm This is the final bit of data reported in a probe calibration, and it is the least
serind version is important. A result better than the single-point accuracy of the device should
displayed in the be obtained.
Report Header Auxiliary Switch
To use a Renishaw or conductance probe, activate the Auxiliary switch. Be
sure to deactivate the switch when using a hard probe. The buttons may not
function correctly.
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Important Topics - Probe Calibration and

FaroArm Certification
The probe diameter must be specified prior to performing a probe
calibration.
Probe calibration should be done anytime the probe is changed or the

probe is damaged.
The Single Point Certification test is a quick way to see if your

FaroArm is calibrated correctly.
Proper technique is the most important factor in achieving a good probe

calibration.
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Chapter 5: Probe Calibration and Instructors

FaroArm Certification Practical Comments
Enter
Practical Exercise
Comments Here
This exercise will calibrate the probe and perform a single-point certification.
Probe Calibration
The recipe that to use for the probe calibration is the 5-5-5-4-4-4 method. (27
points total). Half of the points are taken tangentially (with the probe pointing
back toward the base of the FaroArm), and half of the points are taken
normally (with the probe pointing toward the center of the sphere). Also, half
the points are taken on one side of the long tube of the FaroArm, and the other
half are taken on the other side. The probe handle will be flipped between
positions.
5 Tangential
Around the
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
North
Ball 1" REFERENCE BALL
West East
1" REFERENCE BALL
West East
South
Tangential
FLIP
5 Tangential
Around the
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
North
Ball 1" REFERENCE BALL
West East
1" REFERENCE BALL
West East
South
Tangential
5 Normal,
East to West
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
West East
1" REFERENCE BALL
1" REFERENCE BALL
West East
Normal
FLIP
FIGURE 5-1 Probe Calibration Technique
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Chapter 5: Probe Calibration and FaroArm Certification Practical
4 Normal,
East to West
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
West East
1" REFERENCE BALL
1" REFERENCE BALL
West East
Normal
4 Normal,
North to
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
South North
1" REFERENCE BALL
1" REFERENCE BALL
South
Normal
FLIP
4 Normal,
North to
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
South North
1" REFERENCE BALL
1" REFERENCE BALL
South
Normal
FIGURE 5-1 Probe Calibration Technique
Each point shall be taken carefully with the FRONT button and accepted with
the BACK button. If a bad point is taken, dont accept it with the BACK
button.
1 From the DEVICES menu, select PROBES.
FIGURE 5-2 Probes
2 Select the BALL PROBE toggle button. Type 0.250 (6.35mm)for the
DIAMETER.
3 Click the 1" BALL button in the PROBES dialog box.
4 Orient the probe handle to Position 1 (or up).
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5 Take five points tangential to, and evenly spaced, on the circumference
of the sphere, and perpendicular to its base.
6 Rotate the handle to Position 2 (or down).
7 Take five points tangential to, and evenly spaced, on the circumference
of the sphere, and perpendicular to its base.
8 Take five points normal to, and evenly spaced, on the circumference of
the sphere moving East to West.
9 Rotate the handle to Position 1 (or up).
10 Take four points normal to, and evenly spaced, on the circumference of
the sphere moving East to West.
the sphere moving North to South.
12 Rotate the handle to Position 2 (or down).
the sphere moving North to South.
The calibration results are now displayed. The calibration error should be
below the stated single-point accuracy of the FaroArm. The XYZ coordinates
of the probe location will also be displayed.
FaroArm Type: ____________(Example: G0802)
2 Sigma Single Point Accuracy: _________(Example: 0.002 in [0.051 mm])
Calibration 1: Calibration Error

X1=__________ Y1=__________ Z1=__________ __________
Calibration 2:
X2=__________ Y2=__________ Z2=__________ __________
Calibration 3:
X3=__________ Y3=__________ Z3=__________ __________
Results:
DX1=______(X1-X2), DY1=______(Y1-Y2), DZ1=______(Z1-Z2)
DX2=______(X2-X3), DY2=______(Y2-Y3), DZ2=______(Z2-Z3)
DX3=______(X3-X1), DY3=______(Y3-Y1), DZ3=______(Z3-Z1)
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Single Point Certification

1 From the MEASURE menu, select CERTIFICATION < SINGLE
POINT.
2 Place the probe in one of the three small holes of the FARO standard
demonstration part.
3 Take 50 points. Distribute the points evenly, while fully exercising the
FaroArm.
4 Press the BACK button when done.
5 Enter information into the ENTER HEADER IMFORMATION dialog box

for the certification report:
Operator Name = Your Name.

Name of Part = Single Point Test.
Serial Number of the current part = 0001.
Click OK.
FIGURE 5-3 Enter Header Information
6 Look at the (MAX - MIN) / 2 value. This value should be below the 3
sigma linear distance accuracy of the device.
7 Save the certification report to a file.

Click the SAVE button.
Click OK to the FILE SAVED dialog.
NOTE: The certification file is saved as the serial number.txt in the SPC
Graph directories: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application
Data\Faro\SPC Graph\Part Name\Serial Number.txt.
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Chapter 6: Feature Measurement Instructors

Comments
OBJECTIVE: The instructor will demonstrate proper
measurement and compensation techniques. After Enter
completion of this section the student will learn to measure
geometric features properly. They will also be able to Comments Here
differentiate the differences between measured,
constructed and nominal features.
Types of Features
There are two basic types of features in CAM2 Measure. 2D Features
require a plane of projection, and 3D Features do not.
2D Features
A 2D feature requires a plane of projection. When selecting a 2D feature from

the measurement menu, the Select Plane dialog box will appear. Select
the plane to which the points will be projected. A good way to tell if a feature is
2D is the appearance of the dialog box.
FIGURE 6-1 Select Plane
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2
1
5 4
1. Rectangular Slot 2. Circles
3. Round Slot 4. Ellipse
5. 2D Line
FIGURE 6-2 2D Features
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3D Features
A 3D feature does not require a plane of projection. 3D features also have

some depth and are displayed as surfaces within CAM2 Measure.
2
3
1. Cone 2. Sphere
3. Cylinders
Table 6-13D Features
Compensation
After the FaroArms probe has been calibrated it is ready to start measuring.
When measuring with a ball probe, a point is taken in the center of the probe
each time the front button is pressed. The point actually needs to be projected
the radius of the probe in order for the measurement to be taken in the correct
location. This transfer of the point from the center of the probe to the correct
location is known as probe compensation.
NOTE: The location of the probe is extremely important when the back
button of the FaroArm is pressed.
To better explain this subject here are a few examples.

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Plane Compensation
FIGURE 6-3 Plane Measurement
A plane is defined using the center of the probe for each point taken with the
front button as shown below.
FIGURE 6-4 Pre-Plane
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This plane can than be compensated in one of two directions. The correct
compensation depends on where the back button is pressed. In this situation the
back button is to be pressed above the plane. The plane will then be
compensated down the distance equal to the probe radius.
FIGURE 6-5 Probe Compensation
Compensation of a 2D Feature
When measuring a 2D feature the SELECT PLANE dialog box is displayed. Each
point of the 2D feature is automatically projected to that selected plane.
Compensation for the probe diameter will be performed when measuring 2D
features. When measuring a hole, the hole will be measured as a circle
projected to a selected plane. The compensation point is taken by pressing the
back button inside the hole for an inner diameter, outside the hole for an outer
diameter. This inner diameter concept is demonstrated below.
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Measure at least three points inside the hole.
FIGURE 6-6 Circle Measurement
Each time the front button is pressed that point is automatically projected to the
selected plane.
FIGURE 6-7 Plane Projection
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A circle is defined.
FIGURE 6-8 Pre-Compensated Circle
By compensating in the center of the hole the circle is offset the distance equal
to the radius of the probe. This results in the correct diameter.
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FIGURE 6-9 Circle Compensation
Review Features
Review Features allows to operator to see every feature that has been measured
or constructed in a particular measurement session. All data is displayed in the
current alignment.
Printing
From Review Features a graphical text report can be printed to a printer, saved
to a file, or e-mailed.
Erasing
Extra on un-needed features can deleted by selecting the ERASE button in the
REVIEW FEATURES dialog box.
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Important Topics - Feature Measurement

A 2D feature requires a plane of projection.
A 3D feature does not require a plane of projection.
The front button is used to take measured points. The back button is
used to compensate for the radius of the probe.
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Practical
Practical Exercises
Execute Mode
EXECUTE mode allows the operator to run pre-programmed measurement
routine. To help get accustomed to the FaroArm, measure several of the pre-
programmed measurements.
1 From the FILE menu, select LEARN/EXECUTE < EXECUTE ONLY.
2 Click NO when prompted to save changes.
3 Choose the file type.
NOTE: CAM2 Measure will not prompt the user for this information if the
portlock is not authorized to write SoftCheck Tools.
Select CAM2 Measure Learn File

(*.xln).
Click OK.
FIGURE 7-1 Choose File type
4 From the LIST window, select 10REF084_XLN Basic

Measurements.
FIGURE 7-2 Select the Basic Measurements Program
5 Click the EXECUTE button.
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6 Wait a few seconds while the CAD file loads.
7 Read each COMMENT box.
FIGURE 7-3 Comment box
8 Click the OK button to clear the comments box.
9 Follow the glowing targets to measure the points using the FRONT
button on the FaroArm.
10 Once all the points for a feature are measured, a trickle down tone will
be played by the computer. Press the BACK button on the FaroArm.
REMEMBER: The location of where the BACK button is pressed

determines the direction of the probe compensation.
11 Measure all the features in the program in the same manner.
NOTE: The measurement routine is automatically performing alignments,

constructions, and dimensions. These commands will be discussed in detail
in the following chapters.
12 After the last measurement, the program will prompt the operator to
measure another part, press the FRONT button for YES.
FIGURE 7-4 Repeat the Program?
View Control
Run the program again.
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Try the following view commands:
Keys Command
Zooms In
i
Zooms Out
o
e
Window Zoom
w
Dynamic Zoom
c
Dynamic Pan
v
Pan
WUXV
Rotate
C+WUXV
r
Top View
^
Side View
%
Front View
$
d
Isometric View SE
&
Isometric View SW
*
Isometric View NE
(
Isometric View NW
)
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At the end of the program, when prompted to measure another part, press the
BACK button for NO. The graphics screen now contains all of the features that
have just been measured and all of the nominal features from the program.
Review Features
To view the measurement data, use the Review Features command.
1 From the FILE menu, select REVIEW FEATURES.
FIGURE 7-5 Review Features
2 Take a look at the features by selecting them in the FEATURE LIST.
NOTE: Measurements have the M_ prefix. Constructions have the C_

prefix. Nominals have the N_ prefix.
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Chapter 8: Basic Part

Measurements
OBJECTIVE: The instructor will introduce coordinate
systems and alignments. After completion of this section
the student will understand the concepts of plane (3), line
(2), and point (1) reducibility. The student will gain an
understand of how and why coordinate systems are used.
Coordinate Systems
What is a Coordinate System?
Coordinate systems are XYZ reference frames built from measured features.
Start by measuring the features that will be used to construct a coordinate
system. These are sometimes called datum features.
CAM2 Measure offers many ways to establish coordinate systems, in this

section two of the most common coordinate systems: the 3-2-1 and the Line-
Line. CAM2 Measure allows the operator to set up several different
coordinate systems and switch between them. New coordinate systems can be
created from existing coordinate systems.
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Two coordinate systems that are used in this class:
1 The XYZ coordinate system of the measurement device and of the

nominal features are known as the World Coordinate System or WCS
(1).
2 The XYZ coordinates that is constructed when creating a coordinate

system on the part are know as the Users Coordinate System or UCS
(2).
1 Device, Software or Nominal Coordinate System

2 Part or Constructed Coordinate System
FIGURE 8-1 Coordinate System
Alignments
What is an Alignment?
The term alignment comes from the traditional CMM (Coordinate

Measuring Machine) to indicate that the part needs to be aligned to the
coordinate system of the machine.
In CAM2 Measure, the coordinate system of the measured features is aligned

with coordinate system of nominal features. This allows the operator to
compare the part to the design data. The process is also know as CAD to Part
alignment.
An alignment should be established as soon as possible.
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Feature Reducibility
Feature Reducibility is a term used to describe that one type of feature can be
used like another type for alignments, constructions, or dimensions.
For example, a circle is point reducible, that means it can be used like a
point for alignments, constructions, or dimensions.
FIGURE 8-2 Point Reducability
A Circle is also Line reducible and Plane reducible.
FIGURE 8-3 Line and Plane Reducability
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Feature Reducibility Exercise

Complete the following feature reducibility table:
Plane Line Point
Arc X X X
Circle X X X
Cylinder X
Cone X X X
Ellipse X X X
Line X
Plane X
Point X
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Plane Line Point
Rectan-
gular Slot
X X X
Round
Slot
X X X
Sphere X
Constructions
What is a Construction?
A construction allows the operator to create features that cannot be measured
directly. Sometimes points or other features are specified on a drawing but do
not actually exist on the part, such as the intersection of two lines on a corner
with a fillet or radius.
Common Constructions
The following is a list of some of the more common constructions used in basic
measurement:
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1 Point:
Line/Line: Intersection of two lines.
Line/Feature: Intersection of line and another feature. (Such as

plane or sphere)
FIGURE 8-4 Intersection Point
2 Circle:
Best-fit: Bolt circle diameters.
FIGURE 8-5 Bolt Hole Circle
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3 Plane:
Parallel: Constructs a plane at a known distance from another plane.
Bisector: Constructs a plane between two planes.
There are many constructions available. Review the constructions to evaluate

which commands can be applied to a measurement task.
Dimensions
What is a Dimension?
A dimension describes the relationship between two or more features. There
are several types of dimensions available in CAM2 Measure:
1 Length: Displays the 3D distance between two features as well as the

change in X, Y and Z.
FIGURE 8-6 Point to Point distance
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FIGURE 8-7 Point to Line distance
FIGURE 8-8 Point to Plane distance
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2 Angle: Displays the angle between two (or three) features.
FIGURE 8-9 Angle Line to Line
3 Orientation: These are geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

(GD&T) features that display a length result. CAM2 Measure has a
separate pull-down menu for a variety of GD&T dimensions.
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Tricky Dimensions
Most CAM2 Measure dimensions are fairly straight forward, but there are few
that are confusing:
Dimension > Length > Line to Line or Dimension > Length > Plane to Plane:
This gives the minimum distance between two features. The length is
measured from the center point of one feature to the perpendicular distance
of the other feature. Selecting the features in the opposite order will
generate a different result.
FIGURE 8-10 Dimension Line/Line or Plane/Plane
A measured or constructed point on one of the features and the Dimension

> Length > Point to Line or Dimension > Length > Point to Plane
command provides the best solution.
Important Topics - Basic Part Measurement

All coordinate systems behave in the same manner. Each coordinate
system requires a plane, a line, and a point.
Feature reducibility is a term used to describe a feature for coordinate

systems, constructions, and dimensions.
A best fit circle is constructed using at least three point reducible

features.
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Chapter 9: Basic Part

Measurements Practical
Practical Exercise
Using the base plate of the demo part, complete a typical measurement session.
In the first exercise, the EXECUTE command was used. This exercise will
allow the operator to be more independent and select the functions from the
menus.
Set the alignment by measuring the datum features. In this case, the top face of
the plate will be the base plane and the edges of the plate will define the X-axis
and origin respectively.
1
C P3 8 2 P4 D
9
10
F 7 3
A 4 B
P1 6 P2
FIGURE 9-1 FARO Demonstration Part

Start with a new file and load the correct part preferences to work on this
practical.
CAM2 Measure will use the defaults of millimeters as the units, +/- 1.27 mm
as the tolerances, and a DRO display of 4 numbers after the decimal. It is very
likely that the part will not use these values. CAM2 Measure has the ability to
modify, save and load part preferences.
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If a student asks 1 From the FILE menu, select NEW.
why are we 2 Click NO to save changes.

loading these
Drawing Units = Millimeters.
tolerances files,
Click OK.
point them to
the
TOLERANCE FIGURE 9-2 Drawing Units
tab and tell 3 From the FILE menu, select PREFERENCES.
them that this
4 From the PART PREFERENCES, click LOAD.
part uses
0.25mm Choose the Metric-0.25mm.xpp
tolerances. file.
Click OPEN.
Loading the
Metric-
0.25mm.xpp
FIGURE 9-3 Load Tolerances
file modifies all
the tolerance 5 Click OK.
values for all 28 NOTE: Loading the Metric-0.25mm file will change all the tolerances to +/
feature types. -0.25mm. This will be the default value for every new feature added to
CAM2 Measure.
6 From the MEASURE menu, select PLANE.
7 Measure the plane on the top of the plate.
Take four or five points

on the top of the plate
by pressing the FRONT
button.
Pull up off the surface
and press the BACK
button.
FIGURE 9-4 Measure XY Plane
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8 Take a look at the results.
The CENTER XYZ values

describe the location of the
center of the plane.
The NORMAL IJK values
describe the direction of
the plane.
RMS is the Root Mean
Square value of the fit.
STAND DEV is the Standard Deviation of the fit.

MAX and MIN descirbes the measured point above and below the fit.
FORM is the sum of MAX and MIN.
If everything looks good, press the FRONT button to accept the results.
If it doesnt look good, press the BACK button to reject. Then re-measure
the plane.
FIGURE 9-5 Plane Results
NOTE: The number of digits for the label (001) is determined by the
Application Preference, Miscellaneous, Number of Digits for Label. The
default value is three.
NOTE: The decimal place values are determined by the Part Preference,
Display Decimal Places. The default value is four places to the left, three to
the right.
9 After accepting a plane, press the BACK button or the ESC key to
cancel the plane measurement command.
NOTE: CAM2 Measure will continue to measuring additional features until

CAM2 Measure receives a command to stop. Cancel the command by
pressing the BACK button or by pressing the ESC key.
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10 From the MEASURE menu, select LINE < 2D LINE.
11 The SELECT PLANE dialog will be displayed.
Select a Plane = M_PLANE001. This will

be the plane to which the points are pro-
jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
12 Measure the line on the edge that is nearest Cylinder G. Start from the
edge by Sphere A, working towards Sphere B.

on the side of the plate
by pressing the
FRONT button.
Pull away from the sur-
face and press the
BACK button.
FIGURE 9-7 Measure X Axis
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The POINT XYZ values

describe the first point on
the line.
The AXIS IJK values
describe the direction of
the line.
RMS is the Root Mean
Square value of the fit.
STAND DEV is the Standard Deviation of the fit.

MAX and MIN descirbes the measured point above and below the fit.
FORM is the sum of MAX and MIN.
the line.
FIGURE 9-8 Line Results
14 Continue with the Measure 2D Line command.
Measure the line nearest

Slot F. Measure in the
direction from Sphere A
towards Sphere C.
FIGURE 9-9 Measure Y Intercept
NOTE: The Part Preference for Auto Plane Selection is set to LAST
(default). This will place all 2D features on the plane that was last selected
in the SELECT PLANE dialog.
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If everything looks good,

press the FRONT button
to accept the results.
If it doesnt look good,
press the BACK button to
reject. Then re-measure
the line.
16 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select COORDINATE SYSTEM <

LINE/LINE.
Select a Plane = M_PLANE001.

Line Defined X-Axis = M_LINE001
Select a Line = M_LINE002.
Select CONSTRUCTED toggle button.
Click OK.
FIGURE 9-11 Line/Line Intersect Coordinate System
NOTE: The Z Rotation IJK is the vector of the previous Z Axis relative to
the new Z Axis. The Translation XYZ values shows where the coordinate
system has moved. The Z Angle Rotation is the angle between the previous
Z Axis and the new Z Axis. RMS is the Root Mean Square value of the fit.
STAND DEV is the Standard Deviation of the fit. MAX and MIN descirbes
the measured point above and below the fit. FORM is the sum of MAX and
MIN.
17 Click OK to accept the coordinate system results.
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18 From the ALIGNMENT menu, select CAD = PART (This step will be
discussed in the next chapter).
Measured Coordinate System =

C_COORDSYS001.
Nominal Coordinate System =
*WORLD*.
Scale Option = None.
Click OK. ca
S
FIGURE 9-12 CAD=Part Alignment
NOTE: The Z Rotation IJK is the vector of the previous Z Axis relative to
the new Z Axis. The Translation XYZ values shows where the alignment
has moved. The Z Angle Rotation is the angle between the previous Z Axis
and the new Z Axis. RMS is the Root Mean Square value of the fit. STAND
DEV is the Standard Deviation of the fit. MAX and MIN descirbes the
measured point above and below the fit. FORM is the sum of MAX and MIN.
SCALE is the model scale used in temperature compensation.
19 Click OK to accept the alignment results.
FIGURE 9-13 Base Plate Alignment
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Feature Measurements
Measure the holes in the circular pattern starting with the hole that is labeled 1.
1 From the MEASURE menu, select CIRCLE.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
3 Measure the holes in the circular pattern starting with the hole that is
labeled 1.

around the circle by
pressing the FRONT
button.
Move to the center of
the hole and press the
BACK button.
FIGURE 9-15 Measure Circle 1
NOTE: The View Style has changed from Simple to Tabular. After an
alignment CAM2 Measure automatically selects the Tabular style to view
the results.
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describe the location of
the center of the circle.
The DIAMETER value
describes the Diameter of
the circle.
FORM is the sum of MAX
and MIN.
the circle.
FIGURE 9-16 Circle Results
5 Measure will continue to measue circles until the command is canceled.
Continue measuring all

eight circles in the pat-
tern (2-8).
FIGURE 9-17 Measure Circles 2 -8
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FIGURE 9-18 Measured Circles 1 through 8
Constructions
Determine the diameter of the bolt circle that the holes make.
1 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select CIRCLE < BEST FIT.
Selected Choices = M_CIRCLE001 through

M_CIRCLE008.
Click OK.
FIGURE 9-19 Construct Circle Best Fit
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2 Take a look a the results.
Label = BOLT_CIRCLE.
This is the new name for
this feature.
Click OK.
FIGURE 9-20 Changing a Feature Label
NOTE: Was the circle accepted before changing the label? The label can be
changed in Review Features.
Changing Labels from Review Features

NOTE: If the label was not changed in the RESULTS dialog, it can be
modified with the following procedure.
1 From the FILE menu, select REVIEW FEATUES.
2 Double left mouse click on the bolt circle from the list of features.
Select a Feature = C_CIRCLE001.
NOTE: The first object created in the file will be at the bottom of the list,
the most recent feature at the top of the list.
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3 Change the label.
Select a Feature = BOLT_CIRCLE.
4 Click OK to exit REVIEW FEATURES.
Dimensions
To establish some dimensions measure a couple more features.
1 From the MEASURE menu, select SPHERE.
2 Measure Sphere A.

around the sphere by
pressing the FRONT
button.
face of the sphere and
press the BACK button.
FIGURE 9-22 Measure Sphere A
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describe the location of the
center of the circle.
The DIAMETER value
describes the Diameter of
the circle.
FORM is the sum of MAX
and MIN.
If it doesnt look good, press the BACK button twice to reject. Then
remeasure the sphere.
FIGURE 9-23 Sphere Results
4 Measure will continue to measue spheres until the command is

canceled. Continue measuring Sphere D.

pressing the FRONT
button.
FIGURE 9-24 Measure Sphere D
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button to accept the
results.
press the BACK button
button twice to reject.
Then remeasure the
sphere.
6 From the DIMENSION menu, select LENGTH < POINT/POINT.
Select 1st Point = M_SPHERE001.

Select 2nd Point = M_SPHERE002.
Click OK.
FIGURE 9-26 Dimension Length Point/Point
NOTE: Choose features from the drop-down, or use the FROM SCREEN
button to pick it from the screen. The FROM SCREEN button can be
used to pick a feature from any list box.
The DELTA XYZ values

describe the distance
between the two center
points along each axis.
The LENGTH value
describes the straight dis-
tance between the two cen-
ter points.
Click OK to accept the
results.
FIGURE 9-27 Dimension Results
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8 From the DIMENSION menu, select ANGLE < APEX.
Select 1st point = M_CIRCLE003_I.

Select 2nd point = M_CIRCLE001_I.
Select Apex = C_BOLT_CIRCLE.
Click OK.
FIGURE 9-28 Dimension Angle Apex
The ANGLE value is the

angle between the three
points.
results.
FIGURE 9-29 Angle Results
Review Features
The results of the features can be viewed in REVIEW FEATURES.
2 Click the PRINT button.
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3 Enter the following information in the ENTER HEADER INFORMATION

dialog box:
Operators name = your name.

Name of the part = Basic Mea-
surements.
Serial number of the current part =
0001.
Click OK.
4 The REPORT LIST shows the list of features for the report.
Header = Header.
Format = Simple.
Picture = checked.
Notes = unchecked.
Calibration Error = unchecked.
Lists = *DEFAULT LIST*.
Click OK.
FIGURE 9-32 Report List
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5 The REPORT PREVIEW shows a preview of the report.
FIGURE 9-33 Report Preview
6 Click the SAVE button to create a file of the report.
File name = Basic Measurement.

Save as type = MHTML Files
(*.mht).
Click SAVE.
FIGURE 9-34 Save As
7 Click OK to exit REPORT PREVIEW.
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Saving Data
1 From the FILE menu, select SAVE AS.
2 The SAVE AS dialog box is displayed.
File name = Basic Measurement.

Save as type = CAM2 Measure
(*.sat).
Click SAVE.
FIGURE 9-35 Save As
NOTE: CAM2 Measure saves files in the ACIS (*.SAT) format. This CAD
engine is used by many other CAD systems.
Additional Coordinate Systems

If for some reason the alignment is not correct, or a different coordinate system
is required, CAM2 Measure is able to set up additional coordinate systems. For
this exercise use the top surface of the plate, two sphere to define a line, and
the center point of the bolt circle.
1 From the MEASURE menu, select SPHERE.
2 Measure Sphere B.

pressing the FRONT
button.
FIGURE 9-36 Measure Sphere B
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button to accept the results.
press the BACK button
button twice to reject. Then
remeasure the sphere.
4 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select COORDINATE SYSTEM < 3-

2-1.
NOTE: Notice that the base plane can define something other than +XY,
and the line can define something other than +X in the 3-2-1 coordinate
system.

Direction of Plane = +YZ.
Select the TOGGLE button next to FIRST
POINT ON AXIS.
First Point on Axis = M_SPHERE001.
Second Point on Axis = M_SPHERE003.
Direction of Axis = +Y.
Select Origin = C_BOLT_CIRCLE.
Click OK.
FIGURE 9-38 3-2-1 Coordinate System
NOTE: This creates a new coordinate system to view the data. The X axis is
perpendicular to M_PLANE001. The Y axis is parallel to a line between
M_SPHERE001 and M_SPHERE003. The origin is located at the center of
the bolt circle, C_BOLT_CIRCLE.
5 Click OK to accept the results.
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Switching between coordinate systems.

The blue coordinate system icon shows the active coordinate system. The
green coordinate system icon shows the non-active coordinate systems. There
are two ways to change the active coordinate system.

SET ACTIVE.
Set Active = C_COORDSYS001.

Click OK.
FIGURE 9-39 Set Active Coordinate System
NOTE: The active coordinate system is now on the corner of the plate.
Current Coordinate
System =
C_COORDSYS002.
Click OK.
FIGURE 9-40 Set Active Coordinate System from Review Features
NOTE: The active coordinate system is now on the center of the bolt circle.
Save Again
1 From the FILE menu, select SAVE.
NOTE: CAM2 Measure now uses all the information entered when the
SAVE AS command was selected previously. To change the file name,
select SAVE AS and type a different file name.
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Chapter 10: Checking a Part Instructors

Comments
OBJECTIVE: The instructor will introduce nominals and
how to compare a measured objects to them. The students Enter
will be able to measure a feature and have CAM2 Measure
determine if the dimension is out of tolerance. Comments Here
Nominals
What is a Nominal?
A nominal is the true value of a feature. The measured values of a part should
be equal to or as close to the nominal value as possible. Compare
measurements to nominals to see if a part is good or bad (or to update
the print to match the part).
Types of Nominals
The engineering or design department will provide a 3D CAD (Computer
Aided Design) file or a print that contains the nominal information for the part.
CAM2 Measure allows several ways to enter nominals into the file to compare
the measurements.
1 Enter Values: Circles, Cones, Cylinders, Ellipses, Lines, Planes,

Points, Slots, and Spheres are created by typing the known value. This
is typically used when working with a paper drawing or hard copy,
rather than an electronic copy of the CAD file.
2 From CAD: Import CAD models through IGES, VDA, STEP, CATIA,
or Pro/ENGINEER. Then select the feature from the screen to add it to
the CAM2 Measure database as a nominal.
3 Construct Nominal: Sometimes, when working with CAD data, holes

and other features are not displayed as separate entities, but rather they
only exist as edges of surfaces or solids. CAM2 Measure can construct
a nominals by selecting points along the trimmed edge of a surface.
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CAD to Part Alignments

Nominals are considered CAD and measurements are considered the Part. To
compare measured data to nominals a CAD to Part type alignment must be
completed. This course will focus on the two commands: CAD=PART and
ITERATIVE.
CAD=Part
This function requires that some type of coordinate system on the part using
measured features is constructed. Selecting CAD=PART sets the current
coordinate system equal to the CAD or Nominal coordinate system. This will
overlay the measurements onto the CAD or nominal data.
To use CAD=PART the coordinate system on the part must match the
coordinate system on the CAD or nominal data. In many cases the origin of the
coordinate system will not be on the part. A rotation or a translation must be
performed to get the coordinate system on the part to match the CAD or
nominal data.
The SCALE option allows the operator to adjust the measurement scale of the
part, and adjust for temperature changes in the environment.
NOTE: Only use this functionality with very large parts, and are
measuring over a extended period of time.
Important Topics - Checking a Part

Nominal data is the values for the part as it was designed.
Nominal data can be created in three different ways: From CAD, Enter
Values, and Construct Nominals.
A CAD to Part type alignment must be performed in order to compare

measurements to nominals.
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Practical
Practical Exercise
Getting the Nominals
In this exercise check the demo part base using the reference drawing.
5 4 3 2 1
65 20
[2.56] [.787]
D .50 167 .50 B D

B [6.575]
130
50 [5.118]
[1.969] 50
20 [1.969]
15 65
[.591] 25 [.787] 20
[2.559]
[.984] 15 [.787]
25 15 [.591] 15 20
[.984] [.591] [.591] [.787]
30
50 [1.181]
65
[1.969]
C [2.559] C
265
160 [10.433]
[6.299] B
4X 5
240
[.197]
[9.449]
170
255 [6.693] 300
[10.04] [11.811]
50
[1.969] B 150
.50 C
[5.906]
B B
100
40
[3.94] 50
[1.575]
.50 A [1.969]
C
60 15 25
[2.362] 15 [.591] [.984]
[.591] EQ. SP. ON A .50
15 8X 20 [0.798] +0.25 A
30 -0.10 140 [5.512] BC
[.591]
[1.181] 30 1.0 M A B C
[1.181]
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A THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS A
THIS DRAWING AND ALL THE INFORMATION THERIN ARE IN MILLIMETERS TOLERANCES ARE:
IS THE PROPERTY OF FARO TECHNOLOGIES, X .X .XX .XXX ANGLE
INCORPORATED. THIS DRAWING IS CONFIDENTIAL 0.25 0.1 0.05 0.01 1
AND MAY NOT BE MADE PUBLIC OR REPRODUCED
WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF FARO THREADS IN ACCORDANCE WITH HANDBOOK 28
TECHNOLOGIES, INCORPORATED. THIS DRAWING Armed with Quality
SECTION B-B IS LOANED SUBJECT TO RETURN UPON DEMAND
63 FINSH REQUIRED INTERPRET DRAWING PER DOD-STD-100
AND ASME Y14.5. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
AND SHALL NOT BE USED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
TITLE
IN ANY WAY DETRIMENTAL TO THE INTERESTS OF
FARO TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED. BASE, DEMO FIXTURE
03FRM049-REV 1
5 4 3 2 1
FIGURE 11-1 Faro Demonstration Part
Datum features are specified in the print. The top surface is Datum A, the left
edge is Datum B and the center circle is Datum C. Since the print doesnt show
an X, Y, Z coordinate system, Datum A will be the XY plane, Datum B will be
the X axis and Datum C will be the origin of the coordinate system (This may
vary depending on the part).
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practical.
1 From the FILE menu, select NEW.
2 Click NO to save changes.

Click OK.
FIGURE 11-2 Drawing Units
3 From the FILE menu, select PREFERENCES.
Choose the Metric-0.25mm.xpp

file.
Click OPEN.
5 Click OK.
7 Measure Datum A as a plane.

button.
and press the BACK
button.
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Label = DATUM_A.
results.
Select a Plane = M_DATUM_A. This will be

the plane to which the points are projected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
11 Measure Datum B as a line.

by pressing the
FRONT button.
face and press the
BACK button.
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Label = DATUM_B.
results.

Offset = 0.
Click OK.
15 Measure Datum C as a circle.

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button for com-
pensation.
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Label = DATUM_C.
results.

2-1.
Select a Plane = M_DATUM_A.

Direction of Plane = +XY.
Line Defined Axis = M_DATUM_B.
Direction of Axis = +X.
Select Origin = M_DATUM_C.
Choose the Constructed toggle button.
Click OK.
19 From the ALIGNMENT menu, select CAD=PART.

C_COORDSYS001.
*WORLD*.
Scale Option = NONE.
Click OK.
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This saves the position of the part as a alignment.
Begin checking the features on the part. Remember to perform the CAD to
Part type alignment to see the measured compared to the nominal values.
FIGURE 11-14 Datum Alignment
Measuring Features and Adding Nominals

After identifying X, Y, Z on the print, the XYZ and diameter values can be
extracted from the print:
X Y Z Diameter
Circle 1 0.00 mm 70.00 mm 0.00 mm 20.00 mm

Circle 3 70.00 mm 0.00 mm 0.00 mm 20.00 mm
Circle 5 0.00 mm -70.00 mm 0.00 mm 20.00 mm
Circle 7 -70.00 mm 0.00 mm 0.00 mm 20.00 mm
Measure circles 1, 3, 5, and 7 in the bolt circle, starting with Circle 1 as

indicated on the reference drawing of the demo part base.
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Offset = 0.
Click OK.
3 Measure Circle 1.

pressing the FRONT
button.
pensation.
Label =
CIRCLE001_I.
4 Click on the NOMINALS tab.
Click on the KEY IN

button.
FIGURE 11-17 Results Nominal Tab
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5 Enter the nominal information.
X= 0.0, Y = 70.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

20.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Coordinate System = C_COORDSYS001.
Select the NOMINAL toggle button.
Click OK.
Click OK to accept the results.
FIGURE 11-18 Construct Circle Enter Values
6 Click on the TOLERANCES tab.
X= checked, Upper Tol =

0.25, Lower Tol = -
0.25.
Y = checked, Upper Tol
= 0.25, Lower Tol = -
0.25.
Z = checked, Upper Tol =
0.25, Lower Tol = -
0.25.
Diameter = checked, Upper Tol = 0.25, Lower Tol = -0.10.

MMC = unchecked.
Form = unchecked.
RMS = unchecked.
Std Dev = unchecked.
RFS = unchecked.
FIGURE 11-19 Results Tolerance Tab
7 Click the SAVE TO PREFERENCES button. This will save the

tolerance information for the next circle
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8 Click on the REPORT tab and see the deviations between the measured
and the nominal.
FIGURE 11-20 Tabular Results
9 Click OK to accept the circle.
10 Measure Circle 3.

pressing the FRONT
button.
pensation.
Label =
CIRCLE003_I.
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Click on the KEY IN

button.
FIGURE 11-22 Results Nominal Tab
X= 70.0, Y = 0.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

20.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Click OK.
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pressing the FRONT
button.
pensation.
Label =
CIRCLE005_I.
15 Click OK to accept the results. The nominal will be creted in Review

Features.

pressing the FRONT
button.
pensation.
Label =
CIRCLE007_I.
17 Click OK to accept the RESULTS. The nominal will be creted in

Review Features.
Adding a Nominal through Review Features

2 Select M_CIRCEL005_I from the SELECT A FEATURE list.
4 Click the KEY IN button .
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X= 0.0, Y = -70.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

20.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Click OK.
6 Select M_CIRCEL007_I from the SELECT A FEATURE list.
7 Click the KEY IN button .
X= -70.0, Y = 0.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

20.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Click OK.
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1 Click on the PRINT button

dialog box:
Operators Name = Your Name.

Name of the Part = Checking a Part.
Click OK.
3 The REPORT LIST shows the list of features for the report
Header = Header.
Format = Tabular.
Picture = checked.
Notes = unchecked.
All the features are "On" the report will
have a check mark in the ON/OFF col-
umn. To add or remove features from
the report, click the check box to the
left of the feature.
Click OK.
NOTE: The default Header and Format for CAM2 Measure is stored in Part
Preferences. The default is Header and Tabular.
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Filename =
Checking a
Part.
Save as type =
MHTML Files
(*.mht).
Click the SAVE
button.
FIGURE 11-30 Save Report
Save The Measurements

File name = Checking a Part.

(*.sat).
Click SAVE.
FIGURE 11-31 Save As
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Chapter 12: Checking a Part with

CAD
OBJECTIVE: The instructor will demonstrate how to use
CAD as nominals and establish alignments. CAM2 SPC
Graph will be used to create a graphical report. After
completing this section the student will learn how to use
CAD as nominals and generate graphical reports.
Why Work with CAD?

CAM2 Measure can use CAD as nominals for measurement. CAM2 Measure
helps to make it easy.
CAD Terminology
Types of CAD Data
Wireframe: These entities define the outline of a part. They can include
points, circles, arcs, lines, polylines and splines. A polyline is a bunch of line
segments stitched together to approximate a curve. A spline is simple curve.
Surface: A surface is used to define the outer boundary of a part. Surfaces are
typically used to define the geometry of complex curved parts such as
automotive and aerospace sheet metal parts. Surfaces are very popular for
creating cutting paths for CNC cutting tools.
Solid: A solid model is also used to define the outer boundary of a part, but
solids have a thickness or mass. Solid modeling is popular for the design of a
variety of parts. Many CAD systems start with a solid model then create the
2D drawings and 3D surfaces from the solid.
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IGES
IGES (Initial Graphics Exchange Standard) was created to standardize data
transfer between different CAD systems. IGES works very well for surface and
wireframe entities, but not for text and dimensions.
STEP
STEP is a newer data exchange format that incorporates wireframe, surface,
and solid information.
VDA
VDA is similar to IGES in that it is a standard used to translate data between
different CAD systems. VDA is more prevalent in Europe.
Measurement Template
The Measurement Template command provides a quick method to create
nominals, assign nominals, and guide the operator in the measurement of the
part. The Measurement Template may be used any time during the
measurement process, but it saves time in the preliminary measurement and
alignment tasks.
NOTE: A CAD file is not necessarily to run the MEASUREMENT

TEMPLATE command.
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Iterative Alignment (Best Fit)

The ITERATIVE alignment allows the use of several point-reducible features
to best-fit them to their corresponding nominal values.
1
3
7
M
5
1
7
3
5
M
1
7
3
5
FIGURE 12-1 M = Measured data N =Nominal data
One difference of the ITERATIVE versus CAD=PART is that ITERATIVE

does not require a coordinate system. CAM2 Measure will use the coordinate
system defined in the CAD model.
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Automatic Nominal Association

After a CAD to Part alignment is complete CAM2 Measure will automatically
look for the nearest nominal feature and associate it to the current
measurement. Auto Nominal is an option in PREFERENCES. This option is
ON when CAM2 Measure is installed.
NOTE: Changing the label of the measured feature in the RESULTS dialog
box will also change any nominal that has been automatically associated.
Important Topics - Checking a Part With

CAD
CAD files can be imported though IGES, STEP, VDA, CATIA, or Pro/
E CAD files.
Always import CAD data before measuring.
At least 3 point reducible features are required for an Iterative

alignment.
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Chapter 13: Checking a Part with

CAD Practical
Practical Exercise
Importing an IGES File
Always import CAD data before doing any measurements. If the features are
measured first and then the CAD data imported, the results may be poor
because the CAD data and measurements may not align properly.
1
C P3 8 2 P4 D
9
10
F 7 3
A 4 B
P1 6 P2
practical.
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Click OK.

file.
Click OPEN.
5 Click OK.
6 From the FILE menu, select IMPORT CAD.
Navigate to the CAM2 Measure/Tutorial

directory.
Filename = FARO_Demo_Part1.igs.
Files of type = Spatial IGES
(*.IGS).
Click OPEN.
FIGURE 13-4 Import CAD Drawing
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7 From the VIEW menu, select ZOOM < ZOOM ALL to fit the CAD
model in the screen.
FIGURE 13-5 FARO_Demo_Part1.igs
NOTE: CAM2 MEASURE can import the IGES, VDA, STEP, Pro
Engineer, and CATIA format.
Measuring the Alignment Features

Circles 1, 3, and 7 are the features used in the Alignment. Use the
Measurement Template command and choose the three nominal features from
the CAD model. The MEASURE TEMPLATE command will automatically
guide the operator though the measurement of the three circles.
1 From the MEASURE menu, select MEASUREMENT TEMPLATE.
From the ADD A NOMINAL drop-down select

Circle.
Select the FROM SCREEN button.
FIGURE 13-6 Measurement Template
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2 Add Circle 1 to the Measurement Template.
Click on Circle 1 on
the CAD model using
the mouse.
FIGURE 13-7 Circle 1
Label = CIRCLE001.
Click OK to accept. Circle
1 will be highlighted red.
FIGURE 13-8 Circle 1 Results
the CAD model using
the mouse.
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Label = CIRCLE003.
1 and Circle 3 will be high-
lighted red.
the CAD model using
the mouse.
Label = CIRCLE007.
1, Circle 3 and Circle 7
will be highlighted red.
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8 Right mouse click on the CAD screen to accept the three circles and
return to the Measurment Template.
FIGURE 13-13 Measurement Template
9 Click OK to run the template.
Remember that circles are 2D features and require a plane. A plane has not
been measured; however, CAM2 has an option to define a plane during a 2D
feature command.
Select a Plane = DEFINE. This will be the

plane to which the points are projected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
Notice that Circle 1 is highlighted red. This is to guide to the correct circle.

button.
and press the BACK
button.
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12 Measure circle 1.

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.
13 Take a look at the results and click OK to continue.
14 For each circle measurement, the SELECT PLANE dialog box appears.
Select a Plane = M_CIRCLE001. This will be

Offset = 0.
Click OK.

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.
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16 For each circle measurement, the SELECT PLANE dialog box appears.
Select a Plane = M_CIRCLE001. This will be

Offset = 0.
Click OK.

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.
FIGURE 13-21 Measurement Results
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Setting an Iterative Alignment

1 From the ALIGNMENT menu, select ITERATIVE.
Selected Choices = M_CIRCLE001,

M_CIRCLE003, M_CIRCLE007.
Set Weights = unchecked.
Click OK.
FIGURE 13-22 Iterative Alignment
2 The ITERATIVE ALIGNMENT RESULTS dialog box now shows the real
time results of the iteration calculations. When a solution is reached
the command will stop. The calculations may solve quickly and not
appear to change.
Check the MAX ERROR of the Itera-

tive Alignment. For this part the
value should be in tolerance.
Notice the error between each of the
measured circles and its associated
nominal.
FIGURE 13-23 Iterative Alignment Results
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Measure the Remaining Features

Now that the part has been aligned to the CAD data, continue to measure the
remaining features on the part. Notice that when measuring features, a
representation of the probe on the screen that shows the current location of the
probe.
Select a Plane = M_CIRCLE001. This will

be the plane to which the points are projected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
NOTE: All of the circles on this part are in the same plane, therefore any of
the circles can be selected as the plane for the next measured circle.
3 Measure Circle 5.

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.
Notice that there is more information in the REPORT dialog box for each
measured circle. After a CAD to Part alignment has been completed CAM2
Measure searches for a nominal. If a nominal is found it is automatically
associated to the measured feature and the comparison between measured and
nominal will be displayed.
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Label = CIRCLE005_I.
results.
Save the Measurement Data

2 The SAVE AS dialog box is displayed
File name = Cad to Part.

(*.sat).
Click SAVE.
Creating a Graphical Report

CAM2 SPC Graph is the graphical reporting companion to CAM2 Measure. It
is used to create reports that can communicate the results of the measurements
to other people.
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Saving the Data as a Graphical Report

1 Set the view of the CAD model to appear in the report.
Keys Command
Help

Zooms In
i
Zooms Out
o
e
Window Zoom
w
Dynamic Zoom
c
Dynamic Pan
v
Pan
WUXV
Rotate
C+WUXV
r
Top View
^
Side View
%
Front View
$
d
Isometric View SE
&
Isometric View SW
*
Isometric View NE
(
Isometric View NW
)
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2 From the FILE menu, select GRAPHICAL REPORTS < EXPORT

DATA.
EXPORT MEASUREMENT DATA = checked.

Export Picture = checked.
Click OK.
FIGURE 13-28 Export to SPC Graph

dialog box:.
Operators Name = Your Name.

Name of the Part = CAD to Part.
Click OK.
4 Name the Image File for SPC Graph.
View Name = View 1.

Click OK.
FIGURE 13-30 Part/View Name
The picture of the part and all the measurement data have now been saved to a
file.
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Using CAM2 SPC Graph
1 From the FILE menu, select GRAPHICAL REPORTS < SPC GRAPH.
This starts another application - CAM2 Measure is still running.
FIGURE 13-31 SPC Graph
2 On the left side of the screen is the PARTS LIST window. Double left
mouse click on CAD TO PART.
FIGURE 13-32 Training CAD to Part
The PART window is added on top of the PARTS LIST window and
displays a tree that contains the folders of measurement files and
picture files.
A Master Template is loaded into the canvas (right screen).
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3 Under the Drawing folder, double left mouse click on the VIEW1.EMF
file.
FIGURE 13-33 Adding the View
The picture is now added to the canvas.
Click and drag the picture around to place it on the canvas.
Click and drag the corners of the picture to change the size.
4 Under the Measurements folder double left mouse click on the

0001.MES file.
The file now expands and shows all the features in the
measurement file.
FIGURE 13-34 Part List Tree
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5 Double left mouse click on any feature to add it to the template.
A table of the measurements is

now added to the canvas.
Notice that an arrow is pointing
to the feature in the CAD view.
Click and drag on the table to
move it around the template.
Notice that the arrow is always
pointing to the measured fea-
ture.
To remove a table from the tem-
plate, left mouse click on the
table to select it. From the
EDIT menu, select CUT. This
does not remove the data from
the database, it just removes
the table from the screen.
FIGURE 13-35 Adding a Table
6 Modify the format of any table. Left mouse click on the table to select
it.
7 From the FORMAT menu, select MODIFY TABLE.
STYLES will change the table type.

OUT/TOL COLOR and IN/TOL COLOR sets the Devia-
tion column text color for the Simple with Error
style.
SHOW RFS and SHOW MMC will add the RFS or
MMC value to a chart for point reducable features.
FIGURE 13-36 Table Options
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Saving the Report
When finished arranging tables and the CAD view on the canvas, save it as a
report.
Select PART TEMPLATE.

Click SAVE.
FIGURE 13-37 Saving a Part Template
This is called a Part Template because it can be used for many measurement
sessions.
2 Save the file.
File name = Page 1.

Save as type = AG2Doc Files (*.ag2).
Click SAVE.
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OBJECTIVE: Understand how to apply GD&T (Geometric
Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to CAM2 features. After
completing this section the student will be able to apply
GD&T to part inspection.
Geometric Characteristics and Symbols

FLATNESS
STRAIGHTNESS
CIRCULARITY (ROUNDNESS)
CYLINDRICITY
PERPENDICULARITY
ANGULARITY
PARALLELISM
POSITION
CONCENTRICITY
M MAXIMUM MATERIAL CONDITION (MMC)
S REGARDLESS OF FEATURE SIZE (RFS)
DIAMETRICAL (CYLINDRICAL) TOLERANCE ZONE

OR FEATURE
8.00 BASIC, OR EXACT, DIMENSION
A DATUM FEATURE SYMBOL
.020 A B C FEATURE CONTROL FRAME
.250 DATUM TARGET

C1
Form Dimensions
Form dimensions are the simplest of the GD&T because the measurement is
compared to 0.0 or perfect geometry. The Datum is the feature itself. CAM2
Measure creates a form feature that uses the measured data from a plane, line,
circle, or cylinder to calculate the out of tolerance value.
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Orientation Dimensions
Orientation dimensions define the gap or interference created when two
surfaces are put together. These dimensions are only a little more complicated
because they require a feature and a datum. The datum is considered
infinite and the value of the orientation dimension is over the length of the
feature, or an entered value.
Parallelism
Feature
When two parallel planes come together, they are
supposed to mate flush. If they are not parallel, when Datum
they come together, a gap is created. Parallelism is the
gap. Parallelism can be used with any plane or
line reducible feature. Parallelism
Perpendicularity Perpendicularity
Perpendicularity is intended to show the gap created

by the features at a right angle to the datum. Feature
Perpendicularity can be used with any plane or

line reducible feature. Datum
Concentricity
This tells if a line reducible feature is on the same Feature
center-line as the datum. This is intended to see if a
pin and a hole will mate without interference. If the Datum
pin is not concentric to a hole (i.e., the pin is angled
too drastically) then the pin will interfere with the
x 2 = Concentricity
edges of the hole.
True Position Dimensions

True Position is actually much easier than people often realize. The feature
control frame appears to be complicated, but its not. Simply align to Datums
using a coordinate system with a CAD = PART alignment and check
the position.
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Associate the proper nominal in the RESULTS dialog box. In the

tolerances tab turn on MMC or RFS depending on which one is indicated.
Change the RFS or MMC tolerance to the value indicated in the control frame.
Multiple datum schemes require multiple alignments.
RFS (Regardless of Feature Size)

Me
as
This condition of True Position tolerance is the
No
ur
e
on
ed
mina
tolerance specified for the position of a feature
Tol. Z
- Regardless of the Feature Size. The size is
l
generally the diameter of a circle.
Since this is a 2D value, the nominal point is

projected to the measured plane of the circle
before the distance is calculated. The 2D RFS or MMC
distance between the center of the Nominal
Circle to the Measured Circle times two (2), is the RFS and MMC.
MMC (Maximum Material Outer Tolera

nc
Condition) e
Inner Toler
an
c
Another condition of True Position tolerance is
e
Bonus Tol.
the tolerance specified for the position of a Tol. Zone
feature using the Maximum Material

Condition. The positional tolerance changes
according to the measured size of the feature. ACTUAL
For a hole the diameter at the lower end of the

tolerance band (as small as it should get) is the NOMINAL
value used for MMC calculation. For a pin the
diameter at the upper end of the tolerance band (as big as it should get) is the
value used for MMC calculation. If the size of the feature is not at the
maximum material condition then the difference between the actual size and
the maximum material condition is added as a bonus to the positional
tolerance.
As the hole gets bigger the positional tolerance increases. This

means that even if the center of the hole is out of tolerance a pin
inserted in the hole would have some room to fit.
As the pin gets smaller the positional tolerance increases. This

means that even if the center of the pin is out of tolerance the pin
would fit into the hole.
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For example:
The MMC tolerance on a hole is 0.50, the nominal diameter is 20.0

0.10. If the hole is at its smallest (Maximum Material Condition), then the
stated MMC tolerance applies. The larger the hole is, the more tolerance is
allowed until the upper tolerance limit of the hole is reached (Least Material
Condition).
See the following:
Diameter: 20.0 0.10

MMC Tolerance: 0.50
Feature Size Positional Tolerance
19.90 0.50 This is MMC
19.95 0.55
20.00 0.60
20.05 0.65
20.10 0.70 This is LMC
If MMC is not specified RFS is implied.
RFS and MMC are set in the TOLERANCE tab for the feature. Access the
TOLERANCE tab of a feature through the RESULTS or REVIEW FEATURES
dialog box.
Important Topics - Advanced Dimensions

If MMC is not specified on the print RFS tolerance can be assumed.
When measuring to true position tolerances the alignment in CAM2

Measure must be based on the drawing datums.
The CAM2 Measure software stores the tolerance information with

each feature individually. All the control frame information (diameter,
tolerances, true position information, roundness, etc.) is assigned to the
feature.
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Practical
PRACTICAL - Advanced Dimensions
Check the part following the dimensions on this drawing. Start by locating the
Datum Feature Symbols.
5 4 3 2 1
65 20
[2.56] [.787]
D .50 167 .50 B D

B [6.575]
130
50 [5.118]
[1.969] 50
20 [1.969]
15 65
[.591] 25 [.787] 20
[2.559]
[.984] 15 [.787]
25 15 [.591] 15 20
[.984] [.591] [.591] [.787]
30
50 [1.181]
65
[1.969]
C [2.559] C
265
160 [10.433]
[6.299] B
4X 5
240
[.197]
[9.449]
170
255 [6.693] 300
[10.04] [11.811]
50
[1.969] B 150
.50 C
[5.906]
B B
100
40
[3.94] 50
[1.575]
.50 A [1.969]
C
60 15 25
[2.362] 15 [.591] [.984]
[.591] EQ. SP. ON A .50
15 8X 20 [0.798] +0.25 A
30 -0.10 140 [5.512] BC
[.591]
[1.181] 30 1.0 M A B C
[1.181]
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A THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS A
THIS DRAWING AND ALL THE INFORMATION THERIN ARE IN MILLIMETERS TOLERANCES ARE:
IS THE PROPERTY OF FARO TECHNOLOGIES, X .X .XX .XXX ANGLE
INCORPORATED. THIS DRAWING IS CONFIDENTIAL 0.25 0.1 0.05 0.01 1
AND MAY NOT BE MADE PUBLIC OR REPRODUCED
WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF FARO THREADS IN ACCORDANCE WITH HANDBOOK 28
TECHNOLOGIES, INCORPORATED. THIS DRAWING Armed with Quality
SECTION B-B IS LOANED SUBJECT TO RETURN UPON DEMAND
63 FINSH REQUIRED INTERPRET DRAWING PER DOD-STD-100
AND ASME Y14.5. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
AND SHALL NOT BE USED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
TITLE
IN ANY WAY DETRIMENTAL TO THE INTERESTS OF
FARO TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED. BASE, DEMO FIXTURE
03FRM049-REV 1
5 4 3 2 1
FIGURE 15-1 Faro Demonstration Part
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Click OK.

file.
Click OPEN.
5 Click OK.

directory.
Filename =
FARO_Demo_Part3.igs.
(*.IGS).
Click OPEN.
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Constructing Nominals
1 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select PLANE < NOMINAL.
CAM2 Measure will

create a plane with 3
points.
Use the mouse to click 3
points on the edge of the
top surface. Watch the
PROMPT BAR for
instructions.
FIGURE 15-6 Construct XY Plane
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2 Choose the direction of the plane.
Click the LEFT mouse

button to toggle the vec-
tor so that it points up.
Click the RIGHT mouse
button to accept the vec-
tor.
FIGURE 15-7 Choose Direction Vector
3 Take a look at the Results.
Label = PLANE001.
results.
FIGURE 15-8 Nominal Plane Results
4 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select LINE < NOMINAL.
CAM2 Measure will

create a line with 2
points.
Use the mouse to click a
point on the edge of the
top surface. Watch the
PROMPT BAR for
instructions.
FIGURE 15-9 Construct X Axis
NOTE: Since a nominal line was selected only one point is required to
define the line.
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Label = LINE001.
results.
FIGURE 15-10 Nominal Line Results
6 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select CIRCLE < NOMINAL.
CAM2 Measure will

create a circle with 3
points.
Left mouse click a point
on the edge of the top
surface. Watch the
PROMPT BAR for
instructions.
FIGURE 15-11 Construct Circle 9
NOTE: Since a nominal circle was selected only one point is required to
define the circle.
Label = CIRCLE_9.
results.
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Creating a Nominal Alignment

2-1.
Select a Plane = N_PLANE001.

Line Defined Axis = N_LINE001.
Select Origin = N_CIRCLE_9.
Choose the Nominal toggle button.
Click OK.
2 Click OK to accept the coordinate system.
Measure the Datum Features


button.
and press the BACK
button.
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Label = DATUM_A.
Datum = A.
results.

Offset = 0.
Click OK.
6 Measure Datum B as a line.

by pressing the
FRONT button.
face and press the
BACK button.
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Label = DATUM_B.
Datum = B.
results.
8 From the MEASURE menu, select CYLINDER.
9 Measure Datum C as a cylinder.
Take nine to twelve

points around the cylin-
der by pressing the
FRONT button.
the cylinder and press
the BACK button.
FIGURE 15-19 Measure Cylinder 9
Label = DATUM_C.
Datum = C.
results.
FIGURE 15-20 Cylinder Results
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Constructing the Measured Alignment

1 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select POINT > LINE/FEATURE.
Select a Feature = M_DATUM_A.

Select a Line = M_DATUM_C.
Click OK.
FIGURE 15-21 Construct Point Line/Feature
2 Click OK to accept the point.

2-1.
Select a Plane = M_DATUM_A.

Line Defined Axis = M_DATUM_B.
Select Origin = C_POINT001.
Click OK.
4 Click OK to accept the coordinate system results.

C_COORDSYS001.
N_COORDSYS001.
Click OK.
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6 Click OK to accept the alignment results.
FIGURE 15-24 Aligned to CAD
Form Dimensions
With an alignment between the measured features and nominal features
continue with the GD&T form dimensions.
1 From the GD&T menu, select FLATNESS.
Tolerance = 0.50.
Select a Feature = M_DATUM_A.
Click OK.
FIGURE 15-25 Flatness
2 Click OK to accept the flatness.
3 From the GD&T menu, select STRAIGHTNESS.
Tolerance = 0.50.
Select a Feature = M_DATUM_B.
Click OK.
FIGURE 15-26 Straightness
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4 Click OK to accept the straightness.
5 From the GD&T menu, select PERPENDICULARITY.
Tolerance = 0.50.
Datum = A.
Select a Feature = M_DATUM_C.
Click OK.
FIGURE 15-27 Perpendicularity
6 Click OK to accept the perpendicularity.
Dimension the concentricity between two bores on the plate. The second bore
has not been measured; however, it is possible to measure inside a GD&T
command.
7 From the GD&T menu, select CONCENTRICITY.
Tolerance = 0.50.
Datum = C.
Select a Feature = Measure as Cyl-
inder.
Click OK.
FIGURE 15-28 Concentricity
8 Measure the cylinder 10.
Take nine to twelve

points around the cylin-
der by pressing the
FRONT button.
the cylinder and press
the BACK button.
FIGURE 15-29 Measure Cylinder10
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Label = CYLINDER010.
results.
FIGURE 15-30 Cylinder Results
10 Click OK to accept the concentricity.
Position Dimensions

Offset = 0.
Click OK.
3 Measure Circle 1.

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.
A nominal circle from the CAD model is automatically associated to the

measured circle because it was within the near the measured circle.
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4 Click the TOLERANCE tab.
X = unchecked.
Y = unchecked.
Z = unchecked.
Diameter = checked,
Upper Tol = 0.25, Lower
Tol = -0.10.
MMC = checked, Upper
Tol = 1.0.
Form = unchecked.
RMS = unchecked.
RFS = unchecked.
FIGURE 15-33 Set Tolerances
5 Click the SAVE TO PREFERENCES button. This will update the

circle tolerances for this file and all the future circles will have these
tolerance values.
7 Measure will continue to measue circles until the command is canceled.
Continue measuring all

eight circles in the pat-
tern (2-8).
FIGURE 15-34 Measure Circles 2 -8
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2 Click on the PRINT button.

dialog box:
Operators Name: = Your Name.

Name of the Part = Advanced Dimen-
sioning.
Click OK.
4 The REPORT LIST shows the list of features for the report
Header = Header
Format = Tabular.
Picture = checked.
Notes = unchecked.
Click OK.
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Filename =
Advanced
Dimensioning.
Save as type =
MHTML File
(*.mht).
Click the SAVE
button.
File name = Advanced Dimension-

ing.
(*.sat).
Click SAVE.
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Additional Information

OBJECTIVE: The instructor will demonstrate how to inspect
a part with points. After this section the student will be able
to align a CAD model and compare any point on a part to a
CAD surface. They will also be able to learn how to check a
specific XYZ coordinate and compare it to the nominal.
Why Measure a Surface?

There are two major reasons to measure curved surfaces: To see if the shape of
the part is correct, or to see if a component is located correctly in an assembly.
Tools and fixtures can be measured to compare them to the nominal CAD
surfaces of the part. This often helps to identify problems in manufacturing
when trying to determine if a tool is the source of a problem or if the
component is out of specification.
Surface Measurement Commands

Inspect Surface
This is the easiest way measure a surface. After selecting the INSPECT
SURFACE command place the probe on the part, press the FRONT button,
pull back and press the BACK button. CAM2 Measure will compare the
measured point to the surface.
Surface Edge Point

This point checks the trim edge of a part to the edge of a CAD surface. After
selecting the Surface Edge Point command place the probe on the part, press
the FRONT button, pull back and press the BACK button. CAM2 Measure
will compare the measured point to the surface edge.
Surface Point
If a CAD surface is not available and need to measure a point on a surface use
the Surface Point command. After selecting the SURFACE POINT command,
measure three or more points in a small triangular pattern, then pull off the
surface and press the BACK button. The points are used to determine the
surface normal vector, which is then used for probe compensation. This results
in an XYZ point with an IJK vector.
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Home In Point
To measure a surface at a specific location use the Home In command. This is
one of the more complex functions within CAM2 Measure, but it is extremely
useful when checking tools, jigs, and fixtures.
There is a small question of probe compensation. CAM2 Measure provides

three different probe compensation options.
Option 1 - Key in IJK compensation direction (if it is known).
Option 2 - Extract the compensation direction from a CAD surface.

This direction is the normal vector of the surface, at the XYZ point
location.
Option 3 - Sample the compensation direction from the part surface by

measuring the surface. Sample surface requires three points in a mini-
plane (FRONT button) and one compensation point (BACK button).
If the vector is known use Option 1. If a CAD surface is available use Option 2.
If the vector is not known and a CAD surface is not available use Option 3
Since it is very difficult to move the probe to an exact XYZ location, the Home
In command requires a Home In Zone or diameter. The home in zone will
allow the operator to take a point within a cylindrical area around the point.
Important Topics - Surface Measurement

The two reasons to check a surface:
To see if the shape of the part is correct.
To see if a component is located correctly in a assembly.
The three options for the probe compensation vector are:
1 Key In
2 Select Surface
3 Sample Surface
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Practical
Practical Exercise
In this exercise:
Import the CAD file for the top of the demo part.
Load a set of tolerances for this part.
Measure features for the alignment.
Create a Line/Line coordinate system.
Check a few surfaces by measuring surface points.
Create a report for these measurements.
S1
S2
FIGURE 17-1 FARO Demonstration Bracket
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Importing the CAD

practical.

Click OK.

file.
Click OPEN.
5 Click OK.

directory.
Filename = Bracket1.igs.
(*.IGS).
Click OPEN.
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FIGURE 17-5 Bracket 1.igs file


button.
and press the BACK
button.
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Label = PLANE001.
the plane.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
6 Measure the line.
Take the three or four

points from the S1 end
towards S2 by pressing the
FRONT button.
Pull away from the surface S1
and press the BACK but-
ton.
S2
FIGURE 17-9 Measure Line 1
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Label = LINE001.
the line.
8 Continue with the command and measure a line.

points along the S1 edge by
pressing the FRONT but-
ton.
ton.
S2
Label = LINE002.
the line.
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Instructors
Comments
FIGURE 17-13 CAD Model with Measured Alignment Features
A plane and two line can be used to construct a Line/Line Intersection

coordinate system.

LINE/LINE.

Line Defined X-Axis = M_LINE001.
Click the CONSTRUCTED toggle button.
Click OK.
FIGURE 17-14 Line/Line Coordinate System
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CAD=Part

C_COORDSYS001.
*WORLD*.
Click OK.
2 Click OK to accept the alignment.
FIGURE 17-16 Aligned to CAD Model
This was a lot of work, save the file.
4 The SAVE AS dialog box is displayed
File name = Surface Measure-

ment.
(*.sat).
Click SAVE.

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Checking a Surface
After a CAD to Part alignment has been completed CAM2 Measure will try to
associate the closest nominal feature to any measurement. For Surface point
measurements the default preferences are to select all surfaces both measured
and nominal. Since this CAD model is complete, changing this surface option
to ignore the measured surfaces will make the measuring process easier.
2 Select AUTO NOMINAL ASSOCIATION.
Automatically Associate
Nominals = checked (or
On).
Features:
Nominal Feature
Search Radius =
5.0.
Display Nominal
Result =
unchecked (or
Off).
Surfaces = Select Nominal Surfaces Only.
FIGURE 17-18 Auto Nominal Association
3 Click OK.
Inspect the surfaces of the CAD model.
4 From the MEASURE menu, select POINT < INSPECT SURFACE.
Move the probe close to

the part; the nearest sur-
face will turn red.
Press the FRONT button
to measure, pull the
probe away from the
surface, and press the
BACK button.
FIGURE 17-19 Measuring a Inspect Surface Point
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The results displayed are

the X,Y, Z, and the distance
to the surface.
Click OK.
FIGURE 17-20 Inspect Surface Point Results
6 Repeat the command and measure more surface points.
Checking an Edge
Since we are checking an edge there will be 3 surfaces within the Auto
Nominal zone (top, bottom and side). The Auto Nominal function may not
select the correct surface. By turning off the Auto Nominal and selecting the
surface manually the correct surface can be selected.
Nominals = unchecked
(or Off).
3 Click OK.
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4 From the MEASURE menu, select POINT < SURFACE EDGE

POINT.
Using the mouse, left

mouse click to select the
upper surface.
Use the left mouse button to
toggle between surface. S1
Right mouse click to accept
the surface.
S2
FIGURE 17-22 Select the Surface
5 Measure the point.
Place the probe on the

edge of the part near the
red surface.
Press the FRONT but-
ton to measure, pull the
probe away from the
surface, and press the
BACK button.
FIGURE 17-23 Measuring a Surface Edge Point
The results displayed are

the X,Y, Z, and the 3D
deviation to the surface.
Click OK.
FIGURE 17-24 Surface Edge Point Results
7 Measure some more surface edges.

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Using Home In Points

For this example, construct a few nominal points.
1 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select POINT < ENTER VALUES.

Use the following values:
X Y Z
Point 1 55.0 36.5 41.0

Point 2 95.0 36.5 41.0
Point 3 135.0 36.5 41.0
Enter the nominal information from the table

above.
Choose the NOMINAL toggle button.
Click OK to create the point
Click OK to accept the nominal results.
Repeat the command for each point.
FIGURE 17-25 Construct Point Enter Values
Measure Point 1 using the Home In command and an entered (key in) vector.
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2 From the MEASURE menu, select POINT < HOME IN.
Click the ADD button.

Coordinate = N_POINT001. Use the COOR-
DINATE drop-down or the FROM SCREEN
button to select the point.
Approach Vector = KEY IN.

Approach Vector: I=0, J=-1, K=0
Home-In Zone = 1.0.
Click OK.
Click OK to exit the HOME-IN dialog and
run the command.
FIGURE 17-26 Create Home In Point
3 Move the probe to the part and follow the on-screen guide to the point.
Press the FRONT button,

to measure when in the
zone.
Notice the measurements
and the comparison to the
nominal point in the
RESULTS dialog box.
point.
FIGURE 17-27 Home-in Results
Measure Point 2 using the Home In command and sample the surface to
determine the vector for compensation.
NOTE: For this option the approach vector will be different than the
compensation vector. The approach will be set along the direction of the
current view.
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Coordinate = N_POINT002. Use the
COORDINATE drop-down or the FROM
SCREEN button to select the point.
Approach Vector = SAMPLE SURFACE.

Home-In Zone = 1.0.
Click OK.
run the command.
5 Move the probe to the part and follow on-screen guide to an enlarged
home-in zone in to measure three points by pressing the FRONT
button.
6 Use a triangular pattern just as measuring a surface point. This will

determine the compensation vector.
Pull back and press the BACK button to define the compensation
vector direction.
7 Move the probe to the part and follow the guide to the point.

zone.
nominal point in the
RESULTS dialog box.
point.
Measure Point 3 using the Home In command and select the surface to
determine the vector for probe compensation.
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Coordinate = N_POINT003. Use the
COORDINATE drop-down or the FROM
SCREEN button to select the point.
Approach Vector = SELECT SURFACE.

Home-In Zone = 1.0.
Click OK.
run the command.
9 Take a look at the prompt bar. CAM2 Measure is prompting to select a

surface.
Left mouse click on the

top surface near the point.
Select the correct Face.
FIGURE 17-31 Select a Surface
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10 Move the probe to the part and follow on-screen guide to the point.

zone.
Pull back from the surface
and Press the BACK but-
ton for compensation.
nominal surface in the
RESULTS dialog box.
point.


dialog box:

Name of the Part = Surface Mea-
surement.
Click OK.
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Header = Header.
Format = Tabular.
Picture = checked.
Notes = unchecked.
Click OK.
File name = Sur-

face Mea-
surement.
Save as type =
MHTML Files
(*.mht).
Click the SAVE
button.
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Save the Measurements

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Chapter 18: Measurement

Automation
OBJECTIVE: The instructor will present how to use the
Learn/Execute modes of CAM2 Measure to increase the
inspection process of repeat part inspection. After
completing this section the student will be able to create
Learn/Execute programs to automate steps of the
measurement process.
Learn Mode
The LEARN mode creates measurement routines or part programs to
automate a measurement processes.
The LEARN mode stores measurements, constructions, dimensions coordinate
systems, instructions and target points.
The output of text and graphical reports can also be learned. Programs created
in the LEARN mode can be run in EXECUTE mode.
There are two ways to create a Learn file, online (with the measurement
device connected) and offline (with no measurement device connected).
Create Learn files for users that may not be very familiar with CAM2 Measure
or the part. Adding comments to the Learn file allows the users to read
instructions before they measure each feature.
Online Learn
Online Learn is like a video camera recording all of the activities. Once a
feature is measured then add comments, nominals, etc.
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Offline Learn
Offline Learn creates a program by selecting features from the available menus
for storage in the Learn file. A measurement device does not need to be
connected. Nominal information for the part is the only requirement.
Offline Learn is useful for creating measurement routines when the part is not
available, since the part does not need to be measured to make the program.
The offline mode can also be used to edit the programs.
Execute Mode
The EXECUTE mode allows the end user to run the preprogrammed routines
created in LEARN mode. If users are only going to run EXECUTE mode, they
will only require minimal training.
Important Topics - Measurement

Automation
There are two ways to create Learn Files: On-Line or Off-line.
The Comment button are used to enter instructions for the end user.
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Chapter 19: Online Measurement

Automation Practical
Practical Exercise
In this exercise create a part program online using CAD data for nominals.
Importing the CAD

practical.

Click OK.

file.
Click OPEN.
5 Click OK.
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Navigate to the CAM2 Measure/Tuto-

rial directory.
Filename =
FARO_Demo_Part4.igs.
(*.IGS).
Click OPEN.
model in the screen
Start Learning
1 From the FILE menu, select LEARN/EXECUTE < LEARN/
EXECUTE.
2 Click NO whan prompted to save changes.
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(*.xln).
Click OK.
4 The LEARN/EXECUTE window is displayed. This shows instructions

the program currently contains.
FIGURE 19-6 Offline Programing Dialog
5 Click the START ON-LINE LEARN button at the top of the window.
This will begin the On-Line Learn program.
6 CAM2 Measure will switch back to the graphics view. A Learn toolbar
is automatically displayed on the screen. It has with threee
buttons: LEARN VIEW, SAVE LEARN, and STOP ONLINE
LEARN.
LEARN VIEW records the current view in the program.

SAVE LEARN opens the Save Learn dialog box.
STOP ONLINE LEARN returns CAM2 Measure to the LEARN/EXE-
CUTE window. This allows the operator to save the program, make off-
line changes, end the Learn Process, or resume On-Line Learning.
FIGURE 19-7 Learn Toolbar
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Measure Alignment/Datum Features

Measure 4 circles in the bolt pattern for an Iterative/Best Fit Alignment.
Measure the circles at the 12, 3, 6 & 9 o'clock positions around the bolt pattern.
2 Measure a plane on the top surface of the part.
Measure the plane on

the top of the plate. Take
four or five points on
the top of the plate by
pressing the FRONT
button.
and press the BACK
button.
3 Click the NOTES tab.
FEATURE NOTES: This

can be used to enter infor-
mation on a feature for the
Report. Note: The program
will not store this informa-
tion.
MEASUREMENT INSTRUC-
TIONS: This is can be used
to give instructions for the
operator as the program is
Executed.
HIGHLIGHT: This will
turn the selected nominal
red when the program is
Executed.
FIGURE 19-9 Results
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4 Enter some measurement instructions for the operator.
FIGURE 19-10 Enter a Comment for the Operator
5 Click the HIGHLIGHT button.
Click the FROM SCREEN button.

Select the CAD surface that is to be measured.
Click OK to accept the results of the nominal
surface.
Right mouse click to return to the Highlight dia-
log box.
Click OK to accept the highlight.
FIGURE 19-11 Highlight the CAD Surface
6 Click OK to accept the plane.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
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9 Measure Circle 1.

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.
10 Take a loook at the results.
11 Click on the NOTES tab.
MEASUREMENT INSTRUC-
TIONS: Enter some text to
instruct the user to measure
four circle.
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13 Click the FROM SCREEN button.
Using the left mouse but-

ton select Circle 1 on the
CAD Model.
nominal circle.
14 Click on the TOLERANCES tab.
X = checked.
Upper Tol = 0.25,
Lower Tol = -
0.25.
Y = checked.
Upper Tol = 0.25,
Lower Tol = -
0.25.
Z = unchecked.
MMC = unchecked.
Form = unchecked.
RMS = unchecked.
RFS = unchecked.
FIGURE 19-17 Set Tolerances
15 Click the SAVE TO PREFERENCES button.
Measure will continue to measure circles until the command is canceled.
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pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.

CAD Model.
nominal circle.
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pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.

CAD Model.
nominal circle.
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pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.

CAD Model.
nominal circle.
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Creating an Alignment
1 From the ALIGNMENT menu, select ITERATIVE.
Selected Choices = M_CIRCLE001_I,

M_CIRCLE003_I, M_CIRCLE005_I,
M_CIRCLE007_I.
Set Weights = unchecked.
Click OK to create the Alignment.
FIGURE 19-27 Iterative Alignment
2 Click OK to accept alignment.
Constructions and Dimensions

Construct the Bolt Circle and check it to the CAD Model.
1 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select CIRCLE > BEST FIT.
Selected Choices = N_CIRCLE001,

N_CIRCLE003, N_CIRCLE005,
N_CIRCLE007.
Select a Plane = N_CIRCLE001.
Select NOMINAL toggle button.
Click OK.
FIGURE 19-28 Construct Nominal Circle
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2 Change the Label.
Click OK to accept the cir-
cle.
The nominal Bolt Circle has been constructed from the CAD circles. This will
be the nominal for the part's Bolt Circle.
Selected Choices = M_CIRCLE001_I,

M_CIRCLE003_I, M_CIRCLE005_I,
M_CIRCLE007_I.
Click OK.
FIGURE 19-30 Construct Best Fit Circle
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4 Click on the NOMINAL tab.
Select Nominal =
N_BOLT_CIRCLE.
Click OK to accept the cir-
cle.
FIGURE 19-31 Bolt Circle Results
Since this is a construction the software will complete this command

automatically. No comment is required.
Check the angle of the circles in the pattern. They should be an evenly spaced
90 pattern around the center circle.
5 From the DIMENSION menu, select ANGLE > APEX.
Select 1st point = M_CIRCLE003_I.

Select 2nd point = M_CIRCLE001_I.
Click OK.
7 Click the KEY-IN button:
Angle = 90.
Click OK.
FIGURE 19-33 Dimension Angle Nominal
8 Click OK to accept the nominal.
9 Click OK to accept the dimension.
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Generating a Report

dialog box:

Name of the Part = Online Learn
Execute.
Click OK.
Header = Header.
Format = Tabular.
Picture = checked.
Notes = unchecked.
Click OK.
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Filename =
Online Learn
Execute.
Save as type =
MHTML Files
(*.mht).
Click the SAVE
button.
End Learn.
1 Click the STOP ONLINE LEARN button. This places CAM2 Measure
back in the LEARN/EXECUTE window and ends the programming
FIGURE 19-37 Offline Learn/Execute
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Creator = your name.

Part Name = Online Learn
Execute.
Drawing Revision Number = A.
Click SAVE.
FIGURE 19-38 Saving the Learn/Execute
3 From the FILE menu, select EXIT LEARN.
Execute Mode
Run the program.
1 From the FILE menu, select LEARN EXECUTE > EXECUTE ONLY.

(*.xln).
Click OK.
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4 The LEARN/EXECUTE window shows the list of programs.
Select ONLINE LEARN EXE-

CUTE.
Click the EXECUTE button.
FIGURE 19-40 Execute Only
5 Run through the measurements.
6 Constructions and Dimensions are executed automatically.

dialog box:

Name of the Part = Online Learn
Execute.
Click OK.
8 Repeat Execute?
Press the BACK button to exit
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Chapter 20: Offline Measurement

Automation Practical
Practical Exercise
In this exercise create a part program online using CAD data for nominals.
Importing the CAD

practical.

Click OK.

file.
Click OPEN.
5 Click OK.
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Start Learning
1 From the FILE menu, select LEARN/EXECUTE < LEARN/
EXECUTE.

(*.xln).
Click OK.
4 The LEARN/EXECUTE window is displayed. This shows instructions

the program currently contains.
FIGURE 20-4 Offline Programing Dialog
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Add Alignment/Datum Features

Construct a coordinate system based upon the datums, then measure the circles
at 12, 3, 6 & 9 o'clock positions around the bolt pattern.
2 Click on the MEASURE PLANE command (line 8).
3 From the MISC menu, select INSERT COMMENT.
Enter some text to instruct

the user to measure a plane.
Click OK to accept the com-
ment.
4 Double left mouse click on the POINTS ON FEATURE parameter.
Feature = 4.
Click OK to accept.
FIGURE 20-6 Change number of points for the feature
5 Click on the REPEAT EXECUTE command (line 10).
6 From the MEASURE menu, select LINE > 2D LINE.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
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8 Click on the MEASURE LINE 2D command (line 10).

the user to measure a line.
ment.
Feature = 4.
Click OK to accept.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
14 Click on the MEASURE CIRCLE command (line 12).
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the user to measure a circle.
ment.
Feature = 4.
Click OK to accept.
17 Change the label of the circle in the box at the top right side of the
screen.
Label = CIRCLE009.
18 Click on the NOMINALS button.
19 Click on the KEY IN button.
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20 Enter the Nominal information of circle 9.
X= 0.0, Y = 0.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

100.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Coordinate System = *WORLD*.
Click OK.
22 Click on the TOLERANCES button.
X= unchecked.
Y = unchecked.
Z = unchecked.
Diameter =
checked 0.25,
-0.10.
MMC =
unchecked.
Form = unchecked.
RMS = unchecked.
RFS = unchecked.
24 Click OK to accept the tolerances.
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Adding an Alignment
2 From the CONSTRUCT menu, select COORDINATE SYSTEM > 3-

2-1.

Select Origin = M_CIRCLE009.
Click OK.

C_COORDSYS001.
*WORLD*.
Click OK.
Measuring Features

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
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the user to measure the cir-
cles in the bolt pattern
(generic comment).
ment.
Feature = 4.
Click OK to accept.
screen.
Label = CIRCLE001.
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X= 0.0, Y = 70.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

20.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Click OK.
X= unchecked.
Y = unchecked.
Z = unchecked.
Diameter = checked,
Upper Tol = 0.25, Lower
Tol = -0.10.
MMC = checked, Upper
Tol = 1.00.
Form = unchecked.
RMS = unchecked.
RFS = unchecked.
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jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
Feature = 4.
Click OK to accept.
screen.
Label = CIRCLE003.
X= 70.0, Y = 0.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

20.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Click OK.

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jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
Feature = 4.
Click OK to accept.
screen.
Label = CIRCLE005.
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X= 0.0, Y = -70.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

20.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Click OK.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
Feature = 4.
Click OK to accept.
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screen.
Label = CIRCLE007.
X= -70.0, Y = 0.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

20.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Click OK.
Adding Constructions and Dimensions

Selected Choices = M_CIRCLE001,

M_CIRCLE003, M_CIRCLE005,
M_CIRCLE007.
Click OK.
FIGURE 20-31 Construct Best Fit Circle
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3 Click on the CONSTRUCT CIRCLE BEST FIT command (line 26).
screen.
7 Enter the Nominal information for the bolt circle.
X= 0.0, Y = 0.0, Z = 0.0, Diameter =

140.00.
I = 0, J = 0, K = 1.
Click OK.
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X= checked,
Upper Tol = 0.25,
Lower Tol = -
0.25.
Y = checked,
Upper Tol = 0.25,
Lower Tol = -
0.25.
Z = unchecked.

MMC = unchecked.
Form = unchecked.
RMS = unchecked.
RFS = unchecked.
12 From the DIMENSION menu, select ANGLE > APEX.
Select 1st point = M_CIRCLE003.

Select 2nd point = M_CIRCLE001.
Click OK.
13 Click on the DIMENSION ANGLE APEX command (line 28).
15 Click the KEY-IN button.
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16 Enter the following value:
Angle = 90.
Click OK.
FIGURE 20-35 Dimension Angle Nominal
18 Click OK to accept the dimension.
Generating a Report
2 From the MISC menu, select GRAPHICAL REPORTS > TEXT

REPORT.
3 The REPORT LIST shows the list of features for the report..
Header = Header.
Format = Tabular.
Picture = checked.
Notes = unchecked.
Click OK.
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Filename =
Offline
Learn Exe-
cute.
Save as type =
MHTML Files
(*.mht).
Click the SAVE
button.
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End Learn
FIGURE 20-38 Offline Learn/Execute
Creator = your name.

Part Name = Offline Learn
Execute.
Drawing Revision Number = A.
Click SAVE.
FIGURE 20-39 Saving the Learn/Execute
8 From the FILE menu, select EXIT LEARN.
Execute Mode
Run the program.
1 From the FILE menu, select LEARN EXECUTE > EXECUTE ONLY.
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(*.xln).
Click OK.
Select OFFLINE LEARN EXE-

CUTE.
Click the EXECUTE button.
FIGURE 20-41 Execute Only
4 Run through the measurements.
5 Measure a plane on the top surface of the part.
Take four points on the

top of the plate by press-
ing the FRONT button.
and press the BACK
button.
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6 Measure line 1.
Take four points on the

side of the plate by
pressing the FRONT
button.
face and press the
BACK button.
7 Measure circle 9.
Take four points around

the circle by pressing
the FRONT button.
BACK button.
NOTE: CAM2 Measure will construct the coordinate system and alignment
automatically.
8 Measure Circle 1.

the FRONT button.
BACK button.
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9 Measure Circle 3.

the FRONT button.
BACK button.

the FRONT button.
BACK button.

the FRONT button.
BACK button.
NOTE: CAM2 Measure will construct the bolt circle and angle dimension
automatically.
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dialog box:

Name of the Part = Offline Learn
Execute.
Click OK.
13 Repeat Execute?
Press the BACK button to exit
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OBJECTIVE: The instructor will demonstrate how to move
the measurement device to increase the working volume.
After completing this section the student will be able to
move the measurement device and allow them to measure
large parts in a single file.
Purpose
The Move Device Position command has two functions:
It moves the device to a new location within the same coordinate

system.
It realigns the device to the part if the relationship has changed.
Moving the Device

This is the original intent for the Move Device Position command. To measure
a part where the device can not measure the features from one location.
Measure 3 or more point-reducible features, run the Move Device Position
command, move the device, and remeasure the features.
NOTE: Comp Axis points can not be used in the Move Device Position
command. The compensation direction is based upon the active alignment.
When the device moves the active alignment is not valid.
There is a penalty. Every time the device is moved the device may incur
additional error. To minimize the error, the features should be as far apart
as possible while still allowing the device to move to the new location.
To maintain very accurate measurements avoid using the Move Device

Position command by placing the device in an ideal location.
Realign the Part to the Device
If the setup gets disturbed use the Move Device Position command to
reestablish the alignment between the part and the device. There must be 3 or
more point-reducible features in the file. They should be as far apart as
possible to minimize error.
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Important Topics - Move Device Position

The Move Device Position can be used to move the device to a new
location, or realign the device if it has moved.
After using the Move Device position command a loss of accuracy may
occur.
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Practical
Practical Exercise
In this exercise align to a CAD file, relocate the Device relative to the part, and
realign using the Move Device Position command.
1
C P3 8 2 P4 D
9
10
F 7 3
A 4 B
P1 6 P2
Importing CAD File

practical.

Click OK.
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file.
Click OPEN.
Nominals = unchecked
(or Off).
NOTE: Turning off the AutoNominal Association will prevent the points
measured in this chapter from associating to the nominal CAD file. If the
option is On, CAM2 Measure will associate the measured points to the
nominal circle and modify the label from POINTXXX to CIRCLEXXX.
6 Click OK.
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directory.
Filename = FARO_Demo_Part2.igs.
(*.IGS).
Click OPEN.
191


button.
and press the BACK
button.
Label = PLANE001.
results.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
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6 Measure Circle 9.

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.
results.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
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10 Measure a 2D line on the edge that is parallel to Cylinder E.

by pressing the
FRONT button.
face and press the
BACK button.
Label = LINE001.
results.

2-1.

.

Line Defined Axis = M_LINE001.
Select Origin = M_CIRCLE009_I.
Select the CONSTRUCTED toggle button.
Click OK.
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TRANSLATION. Use the following values:
Select X Origin =
C_COORDSYS001.
X Offset = -150.0.
Select Y Origin =
C_COORDSYS001.
Y Offset = -65.0.
Select Z Origin =
C_COORDSYS001.
Z Offset = 0.0.
Select the CONSTRUCTED toggle button.
Click OK.
FIGURE 22-16 Translate Coordinate System

C_COORDSYS002.
*WORLD*.
Click OK.
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FIGURE 22-18 CAD to Part Alignment
The SAVE AS dialog box is displayed.

File name = Move Device Posi-
tion.
(*.sat).
Click SAVE.
Measure Features for the Move Device Position

1 From the MEASURE menu, select POINTS > COMP OFF.
2 Measure Point 1.
Take a point by pressing

the FRONT button.
Press the BACK button
to end the measurement.
FIGURE 22-20 Measure Point 1
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Label = POINT001.
point.
FIGURE 22-21 Point 1 Results
4 Measure Point 2.

the FRONT button.
Label = POINT002.
point.
197
6 Measure Point 3.

the FRONT button.
Label = POINT003.
point.
8 Measure Point 4.

the FRONT button.
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Label = POINT004.
point.
Performing the Move Device Position Command

1 From the DEVICES menu, select MOVE DEVICE POSITION.
Selected Choices = M_POINT001,

M_POINT002, M_POINT003,
M_POINT004.
Click OK.
FIGURE 22-28 Move Device Position
NOTE: 2D features (Arc, Circle, Slot) then CAM2 Measure will prompt the
operator to define the plane for each feature.
2 Move the Measurment Device (Move the device, or move the part).
3 Click OK in the MOVE THE DEVICE dialog.
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4 Measure Point 1.

the FRONT button.
6 Measure Point 2.

the FRONT button.
8 Measure Point 3.

the FRONT button.
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10 Measure Point 4.

the FRONT button.
The results of the Device Move are displayed.
FIGURE 22-33 Device Position Results
12 Click OK to accept the new Device Position.
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Add Measurements to an Existing Feature

If a large feature can not be measured from one location CAM2 Measure can
add points to the feature. This will update the feature location and all
associated constructions, coordinate systems, and dimensions used with this
feature.
14 Select M_CIRCLE009_I.
15 Click the EDIT button.
Select the ADD READINGS toggle button.

Click OK.
FIGURE 22-35 Add Readings

pressing the FRONT
button.
BACK button.
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The points are now added to M_CIRCLE009_I.
17 Click on the READINGS tab.
FIGURE 22-37 Circle 9 Readings
NOTE: The measured circle has points from both device positions.
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Chapter 23: Introduction to Instructors

Scanning Comments
OBJECTIVE - The instructor will present how the scanning

Enter
functions of CAM2 Measure can be used to obtain Comments Here
geometric and non-geometric curves. After this section the
student will be able to collect data for use in CAM2 Measure
and other CAD systems.
What is Scanning
Scanning data can be saved as points, polylines, or splines. Data will typically
be saved as polylines. Polylines are easier to work with than points or
splines.
Scanned data is always uncompensated. That means that the data is always
taken at the center of the probe. To compensate for the probe radius, create a
surface and then offset that surface by the radius.
Why Scan
Scanning is generally useful if the part that is not comprised of basic geometric
(or prismatic) features. The general intent behind scanning is to generate
curves that will eventually be used to create surfaces.
Which Scanning Option to Use?

The scanning option used depends upon the shape of the part that is being
measured. Certain geometric shapes lend themselves to parallel cross sections,
others lend themselves more to radial or normal lock planes.
Parallel Cylindrical Normal

FIGURE 23-1 Scanning Techniques
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Freehand Scan
The Freehand scan allows is used to trace a profile. CAM2 Measure allows the
operator to set the minimum distance between the points. As the probe
passes through the minimum distance it grabs the next point.
Lock Planes
The Lock Plane options is used to sort data onto predefined cross sections.
CAM2 Measure allows Locked Planes that are parallel to a plane, radial about
a specified axis, or normal to a polyline.
Parallel Lock Planes: Select the plane from which the cross sections
are parallel, the number of planes (from 1 to 1000), distance between
the planes, and the minimum distance between any two points on one
cross section. If the points are closer than the minimum distance CAM2
Measure will drop points until the minimum distance is achieved.
Radial Lock Planes: Select a line from which the cross section planes
will emanate, the number of planes (from 1 to 1000), and the minimum
distance between any two points on one cross section. If the points are
closer than the minimum distance CAM2 Measure will drop points
until the minimum distance is achieved.
Normal Lock Planes: Select a polyline. The planes are automatically

generated at the points along the polyline.
Important Topics - Introduction to Scanning

The Add or Remove Points command works with Polylines. The
commands do not work with data saved as points or splines.
Use the Edit > Delete command to delete points, polylines or splines.
To use the Normal Locked Plane command a polyline must be selected.

The polyline is typically created using the Freehand Scan.
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Chapter 24: Introduction to

Scanning Practical
Practical Exercise
Using the assembled demo part, practice the scanning skills. Work in either
inches or millimeters.
Set the alignment by measuring the datum features. In this case, the top face of
the plate will be the XY plane and the edges of the plate will define the X-axis
and origin, respectively.
S1
S2
FIGURE 24-1 Faro Demonstration Bracket
207

Click OK.

file.
Click OPEN.
5 Click OK.


button.
and press the BACK
button.
208
Label = PLANE001.
results.

jected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
6 Measure the line.

points from the S1 end
towards S2 by pressing the
FRONT button.
ton.
S2
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Label = LINE001.
results.
8 Continue with the command and measure a line.

points on the S1 edge by
pressing the FRONT but-
ton.
ton.
S2
Label = LINE002.
results.
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Construct a Line/Line Intersection coordinate system.

LINE/LINE.

Click the CONSTRUCTED toggle button.
Click OK to create the coordinate system.
FIGURE 24-11 Line/Line coordinate system
CAD=Part

C_COORDSYS001.
*WORLD*.
Click OK to create the Alignment.
2 Click OK to accept the alignment.

File name = Scanning.
(*.sat).
Click SAVE.
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Scan Measurement Preference

2 Select SCAN MEASUMENTS.
Type of Scanning =
Start/Pause Scan
With Trigger.
Maximum Distance =
100000000000.
Minimum Distance =
2.0.
FIGURE 24-14 Feature Scanning
3 Click OK.
Freehand Scanning (2D)

1 From the MEASURE menu, select SCAN > FREEHAND.
Type = 2D Freehand.
Chordal = unchecked.
Minimum Distance = 2.0.
Save As = Open Polylines.
Click OK.
FIGURE 24-15 Freehand Scan
Select a Plane = YZ_C_COORDSYS001.

This will be the plane to which the points
are projected.
Offset = 30.
Click OK.
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NOTE: The offset of 30 mm will create a plane parallel to the YZ plane at

X = 30 mm. This will be at the edge of the curved surface.
3 Place the probe on the upper part of the surface.
Press the FRONT button to

begin scanning.
Move the probe across the
surface contour.
S1
pause the scan.
Press the BACK button to S2
end the scan.
FIGURE 24-17 Measure the freehand scan
4 Save the scan data.
To keep the scan data, press the FRONT

button.
To discard the scan data, press the
BACK button.
FIGURE 24-18 Keep Data?
FIGURE 24-19 Freehand Scan
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Parallel Lock Planes

1 From the MEASURE menu, select SCAN < PARALLEL LOCK
PLANES.
Increment = 10.0 (0.50 in).

Number of Planes = 100.
Minimum Distance = 0.5 (0.05 in).
Save As = Open Polylines.
Click OK.
FIGURE 24-20 Parallel Lock Plane Scan
Select a Plane = YZ_C_COORDSYS001.

This will be the plane to which the points
are projected.
Offset = 0.
Click OK.
3 Scan the surface.

begin scanning.
Move the probe across the
surface contour.
S1
pause the scan.
Press the BACK button to S2
end the scan.
FIGURE 24-22 Parallel Locked Scanning
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4 Save the scan data.
To keep the scan data, press the FRONT

button.
To discard the scan data, press the
BACK button.
FIGURE 24-23 Keep Data?
FIGURE 24-24 Parallel Locked Planes
Save and Export Data

2 From the FILE menu, select EXPORT CAD.

File name = Scanning.
Save as type = Spatial IGES
(*.IGS).
Click SAVE.
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The Measurement Track
There are numerous ways to approach the same task. Some ways are better
than others. This section presents the Measurement Track, a good rule of
thumb procedure to help guide an operator through a measurement tasks.
Examine the Task

Do not just start taking a lot of measurements. Discover why the part is being
inspected, and determine the expected results. Measurement without direction
will yield tons and tons of data that someone will need to sift through to find
the answers to the original question. Knowing the question in advance will
save a great deal of time.
Setup Considerations
Before beginning to measure a part ensure that the device can reach all the
features of interest. This can eliminate needless device movements due to the
inability to reach features.

The coordinate system performed depends upon the purpose for measuring the
part and the amount of data available.
1 Coordinate System / CAD = Part.
Specific set of datums to follow.
Trouble-shoot the part.
2 Iterative.
For use if there is no clear datum scheme.
The datum scheme allows for a best fit.
A Coordinate System/CAD=Part approach that shows the part to be

slightly out of specification and believe that a best fit will show the
part to be in specification.
Always set the alignment as soon as possible during a measurement session.

There are also many commands that depend upon the coordinate system to
operate correctly.
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Save the file as soon as the coordinate system is complete. If any thing goes
wrong reopen the file with the saved coordinate system. Continue to save
frequently.
Data Collection
Although it is probably more efficient to perform the measurements, the
constructions, the dimensions first, then add nominals at a later time, it is not
very practical.
With large parts it is best to break up the work session into smaller sections.
Within each section perform the measurements within that area and assign
their nominals. Follow with the constructions and dimensions, and adding
their nominals. When each section is done, save the file then move onto the
next section.
This process will help prevent getting lost in lists of features. All the data in the
database will be grouped in the area in which the measurements were taken.
Data Output
Know what sort of output data is expected from the part, IGES data, graphical
report, text report, etc.
Remember that printed reports will always be printed in the current coordinate
system. If there are multiple coordinate systems, make sure the correct
coordinate system before printing.
When exporting CAD data performed a CAD = PART alignment. Data will
always be exported in the World Coordinate System. A file without a CAD to
Part type alignment will not produce the expected results when the data is
imported into another system.
Other Hints
Holes: If features are not on the same plane Modify the Auto Plane Select
preference and choose define. The MEASURE < CIRCLE command now
prompts to measure a plane before each circle.
Surfaces: Choose Select Nominal Surfaces Only preference in the

preferences. This will automatically select the nearest Nominal surface for
inspection and not any previously measured features.
Clearing up the view: To clear up the graphics screen choose VIEW <
LAYERS and to turn off layers. To change the display of the surfaces select
VIEW < DISPLAY OPTIONS. Adjust the display of several types of surface
entities.
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Answer Key
1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mounting
3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . COM Port
3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . last
4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . referenced
9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hot keys
9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . buttons
9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Current Command
13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . many
13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . quickly
14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . critical
14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . coordinate system
21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2D Features
21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3D Features
21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select Plane
23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . surfaces
35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . datum
35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . several
36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CMM
36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . aligned
36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . established
37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . point reducible
65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . measurements
104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . infinite
104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . plane
104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . line
104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right angle
104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . plane
104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . line
104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . interfere
104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . coordinate system
105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . nominal
105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . tolerances
145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . automate
145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . target points
145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . online
145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . offline
145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . comments
187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . same
187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . changed
187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . additional
187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . disturbed
187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
219
205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . polylines
205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . offset
206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . minimum
206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . sort
220
Contact Information
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Telephone Number: 800.736-2771
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Electronic Product Catalog on www.faro.com
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VERSION 4.

FARO TECHNOLOGIES INC. MAKES NO WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR

IN NO EVENT SHALL FARO TECHNOLOGIES INC. BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR

Windows and Excel are registered trademarks of Microsoft, Inc.

DATAPAGE is a registered trademark of Brown & Sharpe, Inc.

Pro/ENGINEER is a registered trademark of Parametric Technology Corporation.

CATIA is a registered trademark of Dassault Systemes.

Acrobat is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems, Inc.

FARO Technologies Inc. Internal Control File Locations:

This course is designed to provide the skills necessary to measure a part,

Chapter 5: Probe Calibration and FaroArm Certification

Chapter 9: Basic Part Measurements Practical

Chapter 13: Checking a Part with CAD Practical

Chapter 17: Surface Measurement Practical

Chapter 22: Move Device Position Practical

Chapter 1: Hardware Overview Instructors

Setting up the FaroArm

It is very important that the FaroArm is mounted in a stable relationship to the

FIGURE 1-1 Mounting the Plate

FIGURE 1-2 Mounting the Device

For safety reasons, the power cord should be connected last.

1 1456 FaroArm Cable. 2 3

5 Lap Top Computer.

FIGURE 1-4 Connecting the Cables

Poor accuracy is generally caused by poor mounting.

Connect the power cable last.

Chapter 2: Hardware Overview Instructors

Chapter 3: Introduction to CAM2 Instructors

OBJECTIVE - The instructor will introduce to the CAM2

FIGURE 3-1 Selecting commands from the menu

Starting CAM2 Measure

1. Graphics Field 2. Toolbar Buttons

3. Digital Read Out (DRO) 4. Prompt Bar

5. Pull Down menu 6. Status Bar

FIGURE 3-2 Screen Layout

FIGURE 3-3 Graphics Field

FIGURE 3-4 Digital ReadOut

FIGURE 3-5 Pull Down Menu

FIGURE 3-6 Toolbar Buttons

FIGURE 3-7 Prompt Bar

FIGURE 3-8 Status Bar

CAM2 Measure HELP

FIGURE 3-9 About CAM2

CAM2 Measure runs both with or without a FaroArm.

CAM2 Measure can Import IGES,VDA, STEP, CATIA, and Pro/E

Never turn off the computer while CAM2 Measure is running.

Chapter 4: Probe Calibration and Instructors

OBJECTIVE - The instructor will demonstrate the procedure

Calibration and Certification

Calibrate the probe prior to every measurement session, or if using several

It is critical to follow an acceptable procedure. A poor technique can

FIGURE 4-1 Probes

Probe Calibration Error

Important Topics - Probe Calibration and

Probe calibration should be done anytime the probe is changed or the

The Single Point Certification test is a quick way to see if your

Proper technique is the most important factor in achieving a good probe

Chapter 5: Probe Calibration and Instructors

FIGURE 5-1 Probe Calibration Technique

1 From the DEVICES menu, select PROBES.

FIGURE 5-2 Probes

3 Click the 1" BALL button in the PROBES dialog box.

4 Orient the probe handle to Position 1 (or up).