Laser Diameter Guage
Precision That Pays Off: Puretronics Laser Diameter Gauge Looking to cut costs, reduce rejections, and raise your quality game?
Puretronics’ Laser Diameter Gauge (LDG) gives you an edge where it matters most—precision, reliability, and real-time measurement control. Whether you're producing wires, medical tubes, 3D printer filaments, or complex auto parts, our contactless laser technology ensures consistent performance, whatever the material, color, or temperature.
What Is the Puretronics Laser Diameter Gauge?
The Puretronics LASER series is a non-contact, high-precision diameter measurement system, built for circular cross-sections ranging from 0.8 mm to 150 mm, with ±0.1% accuracy. Housed in a rugged aluminum case, it operates reliably in temperatures up to 50°C and relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing).
It’s a complete solution for diameter measurement, process control, and cost optimization, integrating seamlessly with your production setup through RS232/RS485 digital interfaces and advanced signal processing.
Technical Specifications
| Laser 2008 | Laser 2008 - 45 | Laser 2008B | Laser 2020 | Laser 2030 | Laser 2060 | |
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| Measurement Range | 0.8 – 35mm | 0.8 – 45mm | 1 – 150mm | 0.1 – 20mm | 0.1 – 30mm | 0.5 – 60mm |
| Gate Size | 50mm | 50mm | 190mm | 30mm | 35mm | 70mm |
| Scan Velocity | 156 mtr/sec | 156 mtr/sec | 210 mtr/sec | |||
| Resolution | 1 micron | 1 micron | 10 micron | 1 micron | 1 micron | 1 micron |
| Repeatability | ±2 micron or ±0.1% of reading value | ±2 micron or ±0.1% of reading value | ±20 micron or ±0.1% of reading value | ±3 micron ±0.005% D* | ±3 micron ±0.005% D* | ±0.5 micron ±0.01% D* |
| Accuracy | ±2 micron or ±0.1% of reading value | ±2 micron or ±0.1% of reading value | ±20 micron or ±0.1% of reading value | ±3 micron ±0.005% D* | ±3 micron ±0.005% D* | ±0.5 micron ±0.01% D* |
| Scan Rate | 416 scans/sec | 416 scans/sec | 416 scans/sec | 1200 scans/sec | 1600 scans/sec | 1600 scans/sec |
| Operating Temperature | 0 – 50°C | 0 – 50°C | 0 – 50°C | 0 – 50°C | 0 – 50°C | 0 – 50°C |
| Relative Humidity | 0 – 95% non Condensing | 0 – 95% non Condensing | 0 – 95% non Condensing | 35% to 85% Non Condensing | 35% to 85% Non Condensing | 35% to 85% Non Condensing |
| Power Supply | 85VAC to 285VAC | 85VAC to 285VAC | 85VAC to 285VAC | 230VAC | 230VAC | 230VAC |
| Dimension (L x W x H) | 385 x 50 x 85 | 385 x 50 x 85 | 220 x 82 x 365 | 360 x 75 x 300 | 260 x 55 x 232 | 385 x 56 x 232 |
| Weight Approx | 4.7kg | 4.7kg | 14kg | 12kg | 12kg | 15kg |
| Communication | RS232 / RS485 | RS232 / RS485 | RS232 / RS485 | RS485 | RS485 | RS485 |
Why Choose Puretronics LDG?
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High Precision, Low Maintenance
Thanks to its special lens and contactless operation, LDG eliminates mechanical wear, material dependency, and manual errors.
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Plug and Play Integration
Our gauge is compatible with common industrial protocols, making it easy to drop into your existing systems.
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Independent of Material, Color, or Temperature
LDG measures reliably across metal, plastic, and transparent materials—hot or cold, shiny or matte.
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Real-Time Monitoring & Analysis
Immediate digital outputs let you detect issues on the fly and correct them before they become costly defects.
Applications Across Industries
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Wire & Cable Manufacturing
Wire diameters must be precise to avoid problems with ovality, strength, and flexibility. LDG helps minimize raw material waste and ensures compliance during drawing, stranding, and insulation processes.
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Refill & Pen Production
Refills use expensive ink; pens often involve high-heat PPC molding. LDG handles both temperature-resistant, non-contact accuracy, lowering rejection rates and saving setup costs.
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Medical Tubes
Dosage precision is critical. LDG allows non-contact measurement of drug delivery tubes, ensuring zero contamination and perfect size control for tubes, rods, and casings.
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Steel Pipes & Auto Tubes
In automotive and structural applications, exact pipe sizing is essential. LDG prevents dimensional defects that can lead to assembly failures or structural compromise.
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3D Printing Filaments
With 1.75mm and 3.0mm being industry standards, inconsistent filament diameters can clog nozzles and damage equipment. LDG maintains uniformity, helping you avoid machine downtime and material loss.
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Pneumatic Systems
Inconsistent diameters in air pipes cause pressure loss and system failure. LDG ensures tight tolerances and clean airflow through reliable sizing control.
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MIG Welding Wires
Fluctuating wire sizes ruin weld quality and increase raw material waste. LDG provides exact measurements, helping control costs of copper, aluminum, SS, or brass.
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Fiber Optic Cables
Even transparent materials like silica or plastic can be measured. LDG ensures no mirror leaks or faults in these critical data-transfer lines.
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Hose Pipes
From water delivery to fluid transport, PVC or metal hoses need to resist rupture. LDG minimizes burst risk by ensuring perfect outer diameters.
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Automotive Components
Engine parts like crankshafts and pistons require micron-level accuracy. LDG improves quality control for precision components that can’t afford defects.
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Centerless Grinding Rods
After grinding, rods need quick inspection. LDG offers real-time, post- grind validation, saving on rework and raw material.
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Toy Manufacturing Tubes
Whether hollow or solid, tubes in toys must meet strict specs. LDG’s material and shape independence is perfect for fast-moving, varied production.
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Copper Strips
Used for conductivity in circuits, dimensional accuracy directly affects performance. LDG keeps high-value copper usage efficient and controlled.
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Flat Cables
Ideal for semiconductors and robotics, flat cable uniformity ensures reliable data flow. LDG detects flaws in cable series instantly.
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Square Rods
Essential for civil and electronic structures, square rods must be free from bends and angles. LDG catches variances before they cause system failures.
Product Highlights
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Measurement Range: 0.8 mm – 150 mm
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Accuracy: ±0.1% of reading
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Scan Velocity: Up to 210 m/s
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Output Interfaces: RS232 / RS485
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Operating Temp: Up to 50°C
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Humidity Tolerance: 0–95% RH (non-condensing)
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Material Independence: Works on metal, plastic, transparent, hot or cold materials
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Mounting: Rugged aluminum casing for harsh environments
Who Uses Puretronics LDG?
Puretronics has supported precision manufacturing in automotive, medical, electronics, plastics, and industrial equipment sectors. Whether it's OEMs, component suppliers, or quality control labs, professionals trust LDG for accurate and reliable measurements.
Accessories Available
We also provide a range of accessories for seamless integration, including:
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Height Adjustable Stand for stable setup
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Custom software modules for data logging and analysis
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Protective enclosures for harsh environments
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Calibration tools to maintain optimal performance
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Stop Guessing. Start Measuring.
When quality control is this easy, why risk costly errors? Puretronics Laser Diameter Gauge gives you measurable advantages—literally.
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