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Electronic component inspection using ZEISS metrology
Electronics & Component Inspection

Electronic Component Inspection

Inspect small, complex and detailed electronic components with measurement solutions designed for dimensional verification, surface analysis and internal inspection.

Small electronic component measurement and inspection
Measurement Challenges

Measurement for Small and Complex Components

Electronic components often combine small features, tight dimensional requirements and complex internal structures within a compact footprint.

Selecting the right inspection method helps manufacturers verify critical dimensions, compare components against CAD data and investigate features that cannot be assessed through external measurement alone.

GTS provides access to ZEISS metrology technologies for optical 3D scanning, multisensor measurement and industrial computed tomography, supporting different inspection requirements across electronic components and assemblies.

Common Requirements

Where Electronic Component Inspection Matters

Different component geometries and inspection requirements call for different measurement approaches.

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Small & Detailed Geometry

Measure small features, housings, connectors and other components where dimensional detail is critical.

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Dimensional Verification

Verify critical dimensions and component geometry against drawings, specifications or CAD models.

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Internal Features

Examine internal structures, voids and hidden features without relying solely on destructive sectioning.

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Assembly & Fit

Assess geometry, alignment and dimensional relationships that affect component fit and assembly.

Inspection Technologies

Choose the Measurement Approach for the Application

Electronic components can require different inspection technologies depending on their size, geometry, material and measurement objective.

Optical 3D Scanning

Capture detailed surface geometry and compare measured data against CAD models to identify dimensional and geometric deviations.

Multisensor Measurement

Combine optical and tactile measurement approaches for small components and features requiring different measurement methods.

Industrial CT

Inspect internal structures and hidden features non-destructively, including areas that cannot be accessed through conventional external measurement.

CAD Comparison

Compare measured component data with design data to identify deviations and support dimensional verification.

ZEISS Metrology Solutions

ZEISS Solutions for Electronic Components

Select the measurement technology according to the component geometry, inspection requirement and information you need from the part.

GOM Scan 1 compact 3D scanner
3D Scanning

GOM Scan 1

A compact 3D scanning solution for capturing detailed component geometry, supporting dimensional inspection, CAD comparison and inspection workflows.

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ZEISS O-INSPECT multisensor measurement system
Multisensor Measurement

ZEISS O-INSPECT

A multisensor measurement system for components requiring optical and tactile measurement capabilities across small and detailed features.

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ZEISS ATOS Q optical 3D scanner
Optical 3D Inspection

ZEISS ATOS Q

Optical 3D scanning for capturing component surfaces, analysing dimensional deviation and comparing measured geometry against CAD data.

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ZEISS METROTOM 1 industrial CT scanner
Industrial CT

ZEISS METROTOM 1

Industrial computed tomography for non-destructive inspection of internal structures, hidden features and defects within electronic components.

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Applications

What Can Be Inspected?

ZEISS metrology technologies can support inspection across a range of electronic components and component-level manufacturing requirements.

Electronic Connectors

Inspect connector geometry, alignment, contact features and dimensional relationships.

Small Components

Measure detailed components where small features and dimensional accuracy are important.

Component Housings

Verify external geometry, interfaces, fit and dimensional requirements.

Plastic Electronic Parts

Analyse moulded component geometry, dimensional variation and surface deviation.

Internal Structures

Examine hidden internal geometry and features that cannot be fully assessed externally.

Assemblies

Investigate dimensional relationships and internal structures within assembled components.

Selecting the Right Technology

Match the Inspection Method to the Requirement

The appropriate measurement technology depends on what needs to be measured and whether the feature is externally accessible.

Inspection Requirement Suitable Approach Example Solution
Small external geometry Optical 3D scanning or multisensor measurement GOM Scan 1 / O-INSPECT
Surface deviation and CAD comparison Optical 3D scanning ZEISS ATOS Q / GOM Scan 1
Defined dimensional features Tactile or multisensor measurement ZEISS O-INSPECT
Hidden internal geometry Industrial computed tomography ZEISS METROTOM 1
Internal defects or voids Non-destructive CT inspection ZEISS METROTOM 1
Inspection Workflow

From Component to Measurement Insight

A structured inspection workflow helps connect the physical component with measurable data and actionable results.

01

Component

Define the component, geometry and inspection requirement.

02

Measurement

Select the appropriate optical, tactile or CT technology.

03

Analysis

Analyse dimensions, geometry, deviations or internal structures.

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Results

Generate measurement data and inspection results to support quality decisions.

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Let’s Talk Metrology

Have a part you need to measure?

Bring us your measurement challenge. Discuss your component, tolerance requirements and inspection objectives with our metrology specialists.

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