Industrial CT Metrology for Internal Inspection
Inspect internal structures, measure hidden features and identify defects without cutting your components open. The ZEISS METROTOM 1 combines industrial computed tomography with 3D metrology for comprehensive non-destructive inspection.
See Inside Without Destructive Testing
Conventional measurement methods can become difficult when important features are located inside a component. Internal cavities, channels, assemblies and hidden geometries may be inaccessible from the outside.
The ZEISS METROTOM 1 uses X-ray computed tomography to capture volumetric information from a component. This allows internal structures and external surfaces to be inspected within a single dataset.
For manufacturers, this provides a non-destructive approach to dimensional inspection, defect analysis and quality verification.
CT Inspection and Metrology in One Workflow
METROTOM 1 is designed for applications where conventional measurement access is limited and internal information is critical.
Internal Inspection
Visualise internal structures, cavities, channels and assemblies without physically sectioning the component.
Dimensional Measurement
Use volumetric CT data to evaluate dimensions, geometry and internal features that may be difficult to access with conventional measurement equipment.
Defect Analysis
Identify internal irregularities such as voids, inclusions, porosity and other manufacturing-related defects.
Why Use Industrial CT for Measurement?
Industrial CT provides access to information that may otherwise require destructive sectioning or multiple inspection methods.
Non-Destructive Inspection
Examine internal and external features while keeping the original component intact for further evaluation or testing.
Complex Geometries
CT inspection can capture complex internal geometries, enclosed spaces and features that are difficult or impossible to reach using traditional tactile measurement.
Complete 3D Dataset
A CT scan creates a volumetric dataset that can be used to inspect multiple features from different perspectives.
Quality Analysis
Combine dimensional inspection with internal defect analysis to gain a more complete understanding of component quality.
Applications of Industrial CT Inspection
CT metrology is suited to components where internal geometry, material integrity or hidden features are important to product quality.
Automotive Components
Inspect castings, housings, engine components and assemblies for internal defects and dimensional conformity.
Plastic and Composite Parts
Evaluate internal structures, wall thickness, voids and dimensional characteristics in complex components.
Additive Manufactured Parts
Inspect internal lattice structures, enclosed channels, porosity and other features produced through additive manufacturing.
Identify Hidden Defects and Internal Features
Defects inside a component may not be visible through conventional visual inspection. Industrial CT provides a volumetric view that allows internal structures to be investigated without destructive sectioning.
- Porosity and voids
- Internal cavities and channels
- Inclusions and material irregularities
- Wall thickness variations
- Assembly and component inspection
From CT Data to Dimensional Measurement
Beyond visual inspection, CT datasets can support dimensional evaluation of both internal and external features.
This makes CT metrology particularly useful for components where important measurement points cannot be reached with conventional probes or optical systems.
- Internal dimensions
- Wall thickness analysis
- Geometry verification
- CAD comparison
- Inspection of inaccessible features
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