How to Measure Transparent Parts | Automotive Outer Lens Measurement
Beyond the limits of optical inspection
Measuring automotive outer lenses has always been a tough challenge in metrology. Their translucent materials, complex geometries, and reflective surfaces make optical scanning systems unreliable. Light scatters through the plastic, reflections distort the data, and precision is lost.
For accurate inspection and dimensional validation, a different approach is needed.
X-ray CT sees beyond the surface.
CoreX, the industrial CT solution by Ready Metrology, captures what optical systems cannot see in the same amount of time that an optical measuring machine would need to acquire the part.
Using X-ray computed tomography, CoreX scans the entire component — both inside and out — in just 50 seconds. Every contour, void, and hidden feature is revealed.
Unlike optical or tactile systems, CoreX does not depend on surface visibility or shape. It penetrates the material, providing true dimensional data on both external and internal geometries.
From design to production
Whether you are validating parts, optimizing performances, or ensuring conformity in serial production, CoreX delivers fast and repeatable results right next to the production line.
Benefits for manufacturers:
- Reliable measurement also of the most difficult components
- Complete internal and external geometry
- Detection of voids, cracks, or dimensional deviations
- Rapid inspection — full 3D model in under one minute
- Ideal for design validation, process optimization, quality control and reverse engineering
CoreX — See beyond the surface.
Watch the full video on how to measure trasparent automotive parts below:
