Full performance guaranteed
Now and in the futureOriginal ZEISS Adapter Plates for ZEISS CMMs
A CMM from ZEISS is a high-precision system. All components are optimally designed to fit and work together. The adapter plate is an essential interface in your measuring setup as it connects the stylus system to your probe. To ensure your CMM selects the right adapter plate for each workpiece, original ZEISS adapter plates are equipped with an ID-chip that is recognized by your CMM.
Only certified ZEISS adapter plates unlock the full potential of your ZEISS CMM. Their high quality is monitored according to strict test standards to deliver improved quality of measurement results, higher productivity and increased system stability. With the original, reliable measuring is guaranteed.
Your benefits at a glance
Superior adapter plates: the original by ZEISS
Prevention of operating errors and incorrect measurements
ZEISS adapter plates identify stylus systems in the software via ID-chip. This technology prevents operating errors and incorrect measurements. Another benefit of the original: More information is available to you on the control panel display, such as measuring pressure or the angle of the active stylus system.
Reduced measuring time
The ‘Fly Scan’ function of original ZEISS adapter plates allows the stylus to smoothly scan interrupted contours without stopping. This results in considerably shorter programming and measuring times. Depending on the workpiece, this procedure can save up to 70% in measurement time, for example in tip circle measurements on gear wheels.
Faster stylus changes
The ‘Quick Change’ software function accelerates the exchange of styli configurations by 50%. The value of this function is most relevant when measuring complex workpieces that require several stylus changes. All of the VAST Performance Kit functions can only be used with original ZEISS adapter plates.
More robust data transmission
The refined bearing position of the XXT adapter plates retain system stability while maintaining the same high level of accuracy. Gold-coated contact points improve electrical conductivity, ensuring more robust data transmission. Overall, CMM equipment efficiency is only guaranteed by using the original ZEISS adapter plates.
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Types of Adapter Plates
Original ZEISS adapter plates
The perfect adapter plate for your measuring system
ZEISS VAST
ZEISS VAST adapter plates support ZEISS VAST Gold and ZEISS VAST XT Gold sensors. ZEISS VAST Gold is the ideal sensor for tactile scanning and single-point measurements with long styli. They can handle styli with a length of up to 800 millimetres and a weight of up to 800 grams. This sensor is characterized by its high scanning speeds.
ZEISS VAST XTR
ZEISS VAST XTR adapter plates are the right choice for ZEISS VAST XTR Gold sensors. This type of sensor has an integrated rotation axis, which means that the stylus is aligned in the direction of the feature to be measured.
ZEISS VAST XXT
These adapter plates support ZEISS VAST XXT sensors. This sensor allows high-precision scanning at the ZEISS RDS swivel/rotate joint. The refined bearing point of the XXT adapter plates ensures system stability and a high degree of accuracy. The gold-plated contact points improve electrical conductivity for more robust data transmission.
Prepared for the future
With original ZEISS adapter plates
Guaranteed machine & software functionality
The compatibility of all machine components and software versions developed by ZEISS, including original ZEISS adapter plates, is laboratory-tested. Only original ZEISS adapter plates ensure and guarantee reliable operation.
Future-proof with maximum performance
You only benefit from all performance-optimising software functions by using original ZEISS adapter plates. These let you exploit the full potential of your ZEISS CMM, both today and in the future.
No compromise on machine accuracy
Only original ZEISS adapter plates are extensively evaluated during the engineering process. This guarantees reliable measurement results within the required machine specification.
The history of original ZEISS adapter plates
Ahead of the competition from the very start
Development of MT VAST adapter plates
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Development of VAST XXT adapter plates
Soon
ID-chip activation
Activation of the ID-chip to extend the capabilities of the adapter plate.
2022
DeviceActivator
Preparing for new features by replacing the ID-Chip and using the DeviceActivator.
2019
Gold-plated balls
Enhancement of the bearing points with gold-plated balls.
2005
The ideal solution for every system
“Choose the VAST technology that best fits your application.”
Frequently asked questions about adapter plates
The ideal stylus system
Learn the central role of adapter plates as an interface between your styli and your CMM, along with important info on extensions and connection elements. Combined correctly, these components shape the ideal stylus system for reliable and reproducible measurement results.