Following are the major considerations faced when selecting a LaserGauge^® sensor:

• Feature(s) to be inspected
• Nominal value of the feature to be measured, and accuracy requirements (determines Field of View)
• Handheld or connected to a computer
• Material that will be measured – solid, non-shiny materials only (red laser) or solid materials, plus, shiny, translucent, and transparent (blue laser)
• Benefit you are looking to gain over your current inspection tools (speed and efficiency, data recording, precision, etc.)
• Budget and timeframe

Selection of Red vs Blue laser technology comes down to a question of the surface material being measured. Red laser technology is used on solid surfaces, such as painted or unpainted non-shiny surfaces, and is less expensive. Blue laser technology works accurately on various surfaces including painted, unpainted, translucent, transparent, some plastic, composite, and shiny.