AMETEK Dynamic Fluid Solutions (DFS), a leader in brushless DC motors and pumps, brushless and regenerative blowers, and controller-based solutions, has added two advanced metrology tools at its Rock Creek, North Carolinaj manufacturing facility, enhancing its inspection, compliance and quality-control capabilities.
AMETEK adds SPECTRO MIDEX Micro XRF Spectrometer at Rock Creek plant. Source: AMETEK
The additions include a SPECTRO MIDEX micro X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer with an ultrafast silicon drift detector (SDD) system for rapid and reliable elemental analysis. The MIDEX is designed to perform highly sensitive, non-destructive testing. It is capable of both small spot analysis and the rapid mapping of large surfaces, such as electronic component boards.
The compact, benchtop unit from AMETEK¡¯s SPECTRO Analytical Instruments business is ideal for RoHS compliance screening of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and quantitative analysis of ¡°hot spots.¡± The MIDEX XRF analyzer features a roomy sample chamber and a motor-driven xyz-table that allows it to map sample surfaces up to double EK format (233 x 160 mm) as well as spot sizes as small as 1 mm.
AMETEK DFS also acquired a Nikon Altera 10.7.6 Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) that incorporates the latest CMM technology and is able to perform dimensional, positional and surface measurement within a single system.
The Altera features a ceramic bridge and spindle that provides a thermally stable, ultra-stiff frame and unique air bearings that enhance the rigidity of the frame. Its friction-driven axes provide smooth, hysteresis-free operation.
The unit¡¯s proprietary CMM Manager features a full-color 3-D graphic interface and a true click-and-measure capability. Its CAD-based graphic programming allows inspection programs to be developed quickly directly from CAD models.
The Rock Creek plant of AMETEK DFS manufacturers the full line of Windjammer® and Nautilair® variable speed brushless blowers and Rotron® transportation blowers, motors, pumps and fans.
