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TeraCota 3000

A non-contact, single or multi-layer thickness sensor with scanning capability

TeraView presents a polymer film thickness gauge designed for industry.

The sensor can precisley determine thickness of single or multi-layer polymer films.

The terahertz sensor is non-contact and capable of delivering both ‘streaming’ data in a production environment and point measurements in the laboratory.

Based on TeraView’s proprietary technology, the sensor represents a significant leap beyond the current method of measurement for quality and process control in the polymer industry.

TeraCota 3000

Production Features
  • Works with both single & multi-layer polymer films.
  • Non-contact, no marking or damage to coating material.
  • High accuracy reporting of thickness.
  • Single sided sensor operation.
  • Industrialised form factor.
  • Can be integrated with plant IT systems via network communications (ProfiNet, Ethernet/IP).
  • Non-interpretive; automatic parameter calculation without operator input.
  • Suitable for both production or laboratory deployment.
Technical Specification

Measurement

Thickness Accuracy* 1 µm
Minimum Thickness* 10 µm
Sensor Positioning Available in 18 mm & 35 mm focal distance sensor
Line Speed 40 m per minute demonstrated, higher speeds possible
* typical values; dependent on production materials.

Environmental

Dimensions (L×W×H) Sensor head: 225 × 85 × 70 mm | Core unit: 590 × 550 × 770 mm
Rack mount modules Optics Rack Assembly 4U, Electronics Rack assembly 3U, Processing PC 1U
Approx. weight Sensor head: 1.4 kg | Core unit: 82 kg
Extension Sensor-core separation of up to 15 m as standard
Communications Ethernet connection to fixed IP address on internal PC
Power requirements 110 / 220 V, 20 A line power, earthed, via standard 3-pin connection
Operating temperature 18 °C (64 °F) – 30 °C (86 °F)
Operating humidity 20 – 80%, non-condensing