PKL / PRECISION MEASUREMENT

High-Speed Video Measuring Machines for Production Inspection

PKL helps manufacturers select the right VMM system for fast, accurate, non-contact measurement of small, thin, flat, plastic, rubber, electronic, PCB, glass, and precision components.

VMM / MEASUREMENT IN MOTION
Application-led inspection.
MODEL FAMILIES / VMM

Find the VMM family that fits the part.

Actual manufacturer catalogue images are paired with the public selection specifications below. Use the model list to narrow the discussion; PKL confirms the final configuration.

VMQ Compact Series machine family from the manufacturer catalogueVMQ

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VMQ Compact Series

VMQ222 · VMQ322 · VMQ432 · VMQ-D432

Range
150 × 120 × 75 to 400 × 300 × 200 mm
XY area accuracy by field of view
E2=(2.0+L/200) to E2=(4.0+L/200) µm
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VMQ Gantry Series machine family from the manufacturer catalogueVMQ

VMM / VMQ

VMQ Gantry Series

VMQ452 · VMQ682 · VMQ8102

Range
400 × 500 × 200 to 800 × 1000 × 200 mm
XY area accuracy by field of view
E2=(2.5+L/200) or E2=(4.0+L/200) µm
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VMZ Zenith Series machine family from the manufacturer catalogueVMZ

VMM / VMZ

VMZ Zenith Series

VMZ432-T1 · VMZ432-T2 · VMZ432-T3

Range
400 × 300 × 200 mm
XY area accuracy
E2=(0.8+L/300) µm
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VMG Gantry Series machine family from the manufacturer catalogueVMG

VMM / VMG

VMG Gantry Series

VMG452 · VMG682 · VMG8102 · VMG10122 · VMG12162

Range
400 × 500 × 250 to 1200 × 1600 × 250 mm
XY area accuracy by model size
E2=(2.2+L/200) or E2=(3.5+L/200) µm
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VMU Ultra Series machine family from the manufacturer catalogueVMU

VMM / VMU

VMU Ultra Series

VMU222 · VMU322 · VMU432

Range
200 × 200 × 200 to 400 × 300 × 200 mm
XY area accuracy
E2=(1.4+L/200) µm
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VMC Classic Series machine family from the manufacturer catalogueVMC

VMM / VMC

VMC Classic Series

VMC222 · VMC322 · VMC432

Range
200 × 200 × 200 to 400 × 300 × 200 mm
XY area accuracy
E2=(2.2+L/200) µm
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VME Economy Series machine family from the manufacturer catalogueVME

VMM / VME

VME Economy Series

VME222 · VME322 · VME432

Range
200 × 200 × 200 to 400 × 300 × 200 mm
XY area accuracy
E2=(2.5+L/200) µm
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What is a VMM?

A Video Measuring Machine is a non-contact optical measuring system used for fast dimensional inspection, profile measurement, and repeatable quality control.

Non-contact optical measurement

Measure delicate or visual features without touching the part surface.

Fast batch inspection

Support repeated dimensional checks for production lots and QC sampling.

Ideal for small, thin, flat, and visual-feature parts

Useful for profiles, edges, holes, contours, transparent parts, and fine details.

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When VMM is the Right Choice

Use VMM when the part can be inspected optically and production speed, repeatability, and non-contact measurement matter.

Rubber seals and O-rings

Fast profile and diameter checks for flexible circular parts.

Plastic injection parts

Measure edges, holes, flash, gates, and molded visual features.

PCB and electronics

Inspect board features, pads, connectors, spacing, and small details.

Glass and transparent parts

Optical inspection support for thin, clear, and reflective components.

Small machined components

Check compact turned, milled, punched, and precision metal parts.

Medical and precision components

Repeatable inspection for small devices, microfluidics, and tight-feature parts.

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See How VMM Measures Real Production Parts

Explore application examples that show how optical measurement, controlled lighting, automated motion, and purpose-built fixtures support repeatable inspection workflows.

O-ring seal measurement application

O-Ring / Seal Measurement

Optical profile and diameter checks for rubber seals and flexible circular parts.

Gear measurement application

Gear Measurement

Fast visual dimensional checks for teeth, pitch, diameter, and profiles.

Thread measurement application

Thread Measurement

Inspect thread form, pitch, diameter, and critical quality dimensions.

Shaft measurement application

Shaft Measurement

Support optical checks for length, diameter, runout-related features, and edges.

PCB electronics measurement application

PCB Measurement

Inspect board features, pads, connectors, and electronic component spacing.

Wafer semiconductor measurement application

Wafer / Semiconductor

Support fine-feature inspection for wafer, semiconductor, and micro parts.

Plastic injection part measurement application

Plastic Injection

Measure molded profiles, holes, edges, flash, and gate-related features.

Large machined parts measurement application

Large Machined Parts

Use larger-format VMM guidance for parts beyond standard optical range.

Have a similar part to measure?

Send the part or drawing and PKL will recommend the right VMM direction.

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VMM vs CMM Guidance

Not sure whether optical inspection or contact probing is the better fit? PKL helps define the right path from your real part and inspection workflow.

VMM is suitable for

Fast optical inspection, small and flat parts, visual features, profile measurement, transparent or delicate parts, and batch measurement where repeatability and speed matter.

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PKL Support Before and After You Buy

Our team supports the full decision path: part evaluation, application testing, quotation, installation, rental, trade-in, and service support.

Application-based consultation

Recommendation based on your part, tolerance, material, and inspection workflow.

Part evaluation before quotation

Send the sample part first so the model and method can be validated.

Installation and training

Support for machine setup, operator training, and stable production handover.

Calibration and PM support

Keep VMM performance reliable with calibration and preventive maintenance support.

Rental option

Start a project or bridge capacity without a full upfront investment.

Trade-in option

Upgrade older VMM or CMM equipment through a structured trade-in path.

Automation integration support

Connect VMM inspection into production cells, robot loading, or automated workflows.

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Send Your Part. We Help You Select the Right VMM.

Tell us about your part, material, tolerance, current inspection method, and production requirement. PKL will recommend the most suitable VMM path.

For faster consultation, include the part type, material, approximate size, tolerance requirement, current inspection method, and any available drawing or sample photo.

THE NEXT PRACTICAL STEP

Start with the part.
Choose with confidence.

Share the geometry, tolerance and inspection goal for an application-led recommendation.

Request an engineering review