Geometric measurement laboratory
The innovative laboratories represent a fundamental pillar in the bearing industry and related sectors, providing advanced geometric measurement services. Through the expertise of our dedicated team and leveraging advanced precision metrology systems, we ensure Schaeffler products' compliance with the most stringent standards and the fulfillment of the market's demanding expectations.
Certification
The R&D Laboratories from Brasov-Cristian are internally certified according to the VDI / VDE 2627-1 standard.
Services
The Geometry Measurement Laboratory offers a wide range of specialized services:
- 3D measurements
- Contour measurements
- Surface roughness measurements
- Form deviation measurements
For additional information or service requests, please contact the address: andrecpr@schaeffler.com
Test methods
The geometrical measurement laboratory focuses on quality and accuracy using advanced methods and state-of-the-art technologies such as optical interferometry, roughness measurement equipment, coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and profilometry. We rigorously follow all relevant international standards (e.g., ISO 10360) to ensure valid and reproducible results. From equipment calibration to data analysis, we strive for precise, reliable, and high-performance measurements, continuously aiming to exceed expectations through excellence and process optimization.
Nanoscan 855
Evaluation of characteristics
Surface roughness, lengths, straightness, form deviations, parallelism, perpendicularity, angles, positions, symmetry
Equipment accuracy
- Straightness ≤0.4µm / 200mm
- Ra = 0,6 nm / 24mm
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
Roundscan 555
Evaluation of characteristics
Circularity, waviness, linearity, flatness, cylindricity, parallelism, perpendicularity, concentricity, coaxiality, axial runout, radial runout
Equipment accuracy
- Roundness- u=0.02 µm + 0.0005 µm / mm
- Straightness „Z”= 0.45 µm / 500 mm
- Straightness „R”= 0.25 µm / 100 mm
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
ConturoMatic TSX
Evaluation of characteristics
Lengths, straightness, form deviations, parallelism, perpendicularity, angles, positions, symmetry
Equipment accuracy
- u= ±(0.85+L/100) μm
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
Talyrond 385
Evaluation of characteristics
Roundness, waviness, linearity, flatness, cylindricity, parallelism, perpendicularity, concentricity, coaxiality, axial runout, radial runout
Equipment accuracy
- u= 0.015µm + 0.000625 µm/mm
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
MWA 250 SA
Evaluation of characteristics
Roundness, waviness
Equipment accuracy
- u = 0,1 μm / max 5rpm
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
Opticline C314
Evaluation of characteristics
Lengths, straightness, flatness, parallelism, angles, symmetry
Equipment accuracy
- Diameter = (1.0+D [mm]/200) µm
- Length = (2.6+L [mm]/200) µm
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
PGI 420
Evaluation of characteristics
Surface roughness, lengths, straightness, form deviations, parallelism, perpendicularity, angles, positions, symmetry
Equipment accuracy
- Linearity = 0.35 µm/120 mm
- Ra = +/-(2%+4nm)
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
Nikon MM800
Evaluation of characteristics
Lengths, parallelism, perpendicularity, angles
Equipment accuracy
- X/Y axis =(1.3+1.9 x 10ˉ³ x L)µm
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
Prismo Navigator 7
Evaluation of characteristics
Lengths, straightness, flatness, roundness, cylindricity, form deviations, parallelism, perpendicularity, angles, positions, concentricity, coaxiality, symmetry, radial runout, axial runout, waviness
Equipment accuracy
- u= (0,9 + L/350) µm
Laboratory conditions (GK 3)
- Temperature 20°C ±1°C
- Humidity 45% ±15%
Contact
Ciprian Andrei
Schaeffler Romania SRL
Aleea Schaeffler 3
507055 Cristian
Romania