Hand-Tools vs. Portable CMMs

Length: 3 minutes
Faro

Historically, hand-held measuring instruments have been popular among machinists, QC inspectors, and engineers. These instruments have been around for many decades, are familiar to users, and have long provided trusted results. However, as parts and products became more sophisticated, the inherent errors associated with these hand tools became increasingly unacceptable. The emergence of portable CMMs that provide higher accuracy, easier reporting, and tracking of results has addressed this need in the marketplace while cutting the recurring costs associated with periodic calibration of hand tools.