Manual Brazo Faro Modificado

Introduction to the FARO Gage
Chapter 1: Introduction to the FARO Gage

Thank you for choosing FARO’s Portable Measurement System - the FARO Gage. This introduction contains
detailed instructions on how to use your FARO Gage hardware, computer, and software.If you have any questions or
need further instructions about any procedure, contact your Customer Service Representative at 800.736.2771
(North America), +1 407.333.3182 (Worldwide), or FAX +1 407.333.8056. You can also reach the Customer Service
Applications and Training group via Internet e-mail at the following addresses:
o support@faro.com
o applications@faro.com
o training@faro.com
Visit the FARO Customer Service area on the Web at www.faro.com to search our technical support database. The
database is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and contains hundreds of solutions to product and application
questions. Have your FARO Gage Serial Number and FARO Customer Order Number available before connecting
to the site.
Listed below are some visual and typographical conventions used in each of the sections.
ALL CAPITAL Indicates directory names, menu names, buttons, tabs, key names, acronyms, and modes.
text
monospaced Indicates alpha/numeric characters or values you enter in a field on the screen. For example,
text “Type 0.005 for the tolerance setting.”
bold text Anything you must enter exactly as it appears on your keyboard. For example, to type a:install,
you would see text in bold type exactly as it should be entered.
SMALL CAPS text Indicates dialog box, icon names, and window names.
You may also see a few new words. It is important that you understand the meaning of these words before
proceeding.
digitize To record the XYZ coordinates of a point or location in 3D space. The word digitize is the same as the
term measure when referring to points.
choose or Means that you are initiating an action. For example, “Choose a Face for the Hole.”
select
touch Using your finger, the computers stylus, or the computers pen, press the screen in a specific area. For
example, “Touch the Tools drawer in the Toolbox.”
NOTE: For computers without touch-screen monitors, point to the item and press the left mouse button.
drag Using your finger, the computers stylus, or the computers pen, press and move across the screen.
Release your finger, the stylus, of pen to finish. This word is often used when changing the size of a
window or toolbar.
Introduction to the FARO Gage > General Information
General Information
The FARO Gage is a multiple-axis, articulated arm with a spherical working volume. Each joint has a rotary encoder.
The signals from these encoders are processed and positional data sent through the USB communications cable to
the computer.
Introduction to the FARO Gage > Precautions
Precautions
The FARO Gage is a precision measuring instrument that is ruggedized for shop use; however, care must still be
exercised in the operating environment when using the FARO Gage. Proper operation and care includes avoiding:
o Solvents.
o Abuse, such as dropping or twisting at end stops.
o Moisture and high humidity.
o Power fluctuations. See FARO Gage Power Supply.
o Excessive temperature changes without appropriate elapsed time. See Temperature
Considerations.
Your FARO Gage can give you many years of service when treated with care.
FARO Gage Software
Chapter 2: FARO Gage Software

The FARO Gage TOOLBOX contains all the commands to configure your FARO Gage and measure your part.
These commands are located in individual drawers of the TOOLBOX. FEATURES, DIMENSIONS, REPORTS,
TOOLS, 3D CALIPER, and GAGE SETUP are the drawers of the FARO Gage Toolbox.
All of the drawers are available in Metrology mode, while only the TOOLS, 3D CALIPER, and GAGE SETUP
drawers are available in Gage mode.
Figure 2-1 FARO Gage Software
FARO Gage Software > What is New
What is New
The following sections describe new functions and commands that have been added to FARO Gage, as well as the
enhancements made to existing FARO Gage commands.
Version 1.5
General
• Use Non Measured Features - use features, created from any DIMENSION drawer commands, in the
Alignment and other commands.
Features
• Ring - measures a torus. See Ring.
Dimensions
• Build Hole from Cone - build a hole using a cone and the diameter from a feature. See From Cone.
• Build Offset - build a feature offset from an existing feature. See Build Offset.
Tools
• Ring Diameter - measure the major and minor diameter of a torus. See Ring Diameter.
Gage Setup
• Load Alignment - Load and build an Alignment from a file. See Alignment Load.
• Save Alignment - Save an Alignment to a file. See Alignment Save.
Version 1.5.2
General
• ToolTips for Existing Features and Dimensions - Hover over any existing Feature or Dimension to see
its name.
• Remeasure Button - Use this button in the RESULTS DIALOG box to remeasure any feature.
Features
• Arc Results - now report the measured radius instead of the measured diameter. See Arc.
Tools
• Arc Radius - now report the measured radius instead of the measured diameter. See Arc Radius.
Getting Started
Chapter 3: Getting Started

Choosing the FARO Gage is the first step in developing a flexible, portable and precise measuring system. Using the
FARO Gage system in Gage or Metrology mode allows you to measure a variety of parts.
This chapter gives you important information on getting started with the FARO Gage system to measure your part.
Getting Started > Setup the Measuring Area
Setup the Measuring Area

One of the first, and most important, starting points with the FARO Gage system is the set up of the measuring area.
This not only includes the FARO Gage but your part. It is important to remember that once you start measuring, any
change in the position of the part and the FARO Gage will alter your results. So make sure that the FARO Gage and
your part are securely mounted on a very stable measuring surface. For more information, see Mounting the Base.
1. Test your measuring area.
Before continuing, grab the FARO Gage handle and move the probe to all the areas that you wish to
measure. Make sure that the probe can reach everything - you don’t want to find this while
measuring the last feature.
2. Choose a Probe.
While testing the part, determine is switching to the 3mm ball probe is necessary.
Getting Started > Setup the System
Setup the System

1. Connect Cables.
Connect all of the cables and switch on the FARO Gage and computer. Refer to the FARO Gage
Quick Start Guide Box1 which is attached to the case.
2. Calibrate the Probe.
Calibrate the probe before measuring. See Probe Calibration. Calibration is a quick and easy.
NOTE: Make sure that the MM/IN switch is set to MM (Millimeters) before starting the GAGE SETUP
command. See MM/IN switch.
Getting Started > Setup the System
Setup the System

1. Connect Cables.
Connect all of the cables and switch on the FARO Gage and computer. Refer to the FARO Gage
Quick Start Guide Box1 which is attached to the case.
2. Calibrate the Probe.
Calibrate the probe before measuring. See Probe Calibration. Calibration is a quick and easy.
NOTE: Make sure that the MM/IN switch is set to MM (Millimeters) before starting the GAGE SETUP
command. See MM/IN switch.
Getting Started > Analyze your part
Analyze your part

1. Check Measuring Units.
Look at your parts nominal, or design, information. Quickly notice whether your part uses Millimeters
(MM) or Inches (IN). Touch the switch at the top of the screen to change the measuring units.
2. Set Default Tolerances.
Look at the design of your part for a common tolerance. Enter this into the GENERAL tab of the
GAGE SETUP command. See General tab.
You will be change the tolerance values for each measurement, so setting a default just saves some
typing while you are measuring.
3. Choose the Software mode.
Choose Gage or Metrology mode using the switch at the bottom of the screen. See Software
Modes.
Now you should be ready to measure. Touch the TOOLS drawer (Gage mode), or the FEATURES Drawer
(Metrology mode). If you just need to measure quick height values touch the 3D CALIPER drawer.
Features
Chapter 4: Features
The FARO Gage FEATURES drawer contains all the commands to measure the individual faces, holes, edges, etc.
of your part. After measuring the individual Features, you will use the DIMENSIONS commands to calculate
distances and angles between the existing Features. The FEATURES drawer is only available in Metrology mode.
IMPORTANT: For many of the FEATURE commands you must choose an existing planar surface, or face, before
measuring. Measure Faces using the FACE or PART SETUP commands.
Figure 4-1 FARO Gage Features drawer
Features > Part Setup
Part Setup
The PART SETUP group of commands are Face measurements. Use these commands to quickly establish the
basic direction of your part.
Figure 4-2 Part Setup group
Features > Part Setup > Top
Top
Use the TOP command to measure a Face, or planar surface, on the Top of your part. The Face measurement best-
fits a Face through digitized points. See Best Fit Face.
1. Touch the FEATURES drawer in the Toolbox.

2. Touch the PART SETUP group.
3. Touch the TOP command.
4. Touch the RUN button.
Figure 4-3 Top Face command

5. Measure the Top Face with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-4 Measuring the Top Face

o Place the ball probe on the part and digitize points with the GREEN button.
o Digitize 3 or more points on the planar surface.
o Pull away from the part and digitize 1 point with the RED button to complete the command.
6. View the results of your measurement in the RESULTS dialog box.

Figure 4-5 Top Face results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Face.
o Touch the ADD TO REPORT check box to remove this measurement from the report.
o If an Alignment exists in the part file, touch the NEXT button to type any Coordinate Nominal and
Tolerance values. For more information, see Coordinate Results.
o Touch OK to add the Face to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Face to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Face.
For more information, see Best Fit Face.
Features > Part Setup > Bottom
Bottom
Use the BOTTOM command to measure a Face, or planar surface, on the Bottom of your part. The Face
measurement best-fits a Face through digitized points. See Best Fit Face.

3. Touch the BOTTOM command.
Figure 4-6 Bottom Face command

5. Measure the Face with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-7 Measuring the Bottom Face
Figure 4-8 Bottom Face results

Features > Part Setup > Left

Left
Use the LEFT command to measure a Face, or planar surface, on the Left side of your part. The Face measurement
best-fits a Face through digitized points. See Best Fit Face.

3. Touch the LEFT command.
Figure 4-9 Left Face command

Figure 4-10 Measuring the Left Face


Figure 4-11 Left Face results
Features > Part Setup > Right
Right
Use the RIGHT command to measure a Face, or planar surface, on the Right side of your part. The Face
measurement best-fits a Face through digitized points. See Best Fit Face.

3. Touch the RIGHT command.
Figure 4-12 Right Face command

Figure 4-13 Measuring the Right Face
Figure 4-14 Right Face results

Features > Part Setup > Back

Back
Use the BACK command to measure a Face, or planar surface, on the Back of your part. The Face measurement

3. Touch the BACK command.
Figure 4-15 Back Face command

Figure 4-16 Measuring the Back Face


Figure 4-17 Back Face results
Features > Part Setup > Front
Front
Use the FRONT command to measure a Face, or planar surface, on the Front of your part. The Face measurement

3. Touch the FRONT command.
Figure 4-18 Front Face command

Figure 4-19 Measuring the Front Face
Figure 4-20 Front Face results

Features > Arc

Arc
Use the ARC command to measure an Arc on your part. The Arc measurement best-fits an Arc through digitized
points. See Best Fit Arc.

2. Touch the ARC command.
Figure 4-21 Arc command

4. Type a name for your measured Arc, or use the default name.
5. Choose a Face for the Arc. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit calculation.
Figure 4-22 Arc label

o If this Face is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
6. Touch OK to measure the Arc.
Figure 4-23 Measuring an Arc
o Digitize 3 or more points on the Arc.
Figure 4-24 Arc results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Arc.
o Touch OK to add the Arc to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Arc to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Arc.
For more information, see Best Fit Arc.
Features > Hole

Hole
Use the HOLE command to measure a Hole, Circle, or Post on your part. The Hole measurement best-fits a Hole
through digitized points. See Best Fit Hole.

2. Touch the HOLE command.
Figure 4-25 Hole command

4. Type a name for your measured Face, or use the default name.
5. Choose a Face for the Hole. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit calculation.
Figure 4-26 Hole label

o If this Hole is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
6. Touch OK to measure the Hole.
7. Measure the Hole with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-27 Measuring a Hole
o Digitize 3 or more points in the hole.
o Pull away from the hole edge and digitize 1 point with the RED button to complete the command.
Figure 4-28 Hole results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Hole.
o Touch OK to add the Hole to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Hole to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Hole.
For more information, see Best Fit Hole.
Features > Cone

Cone
Use the CONE command to measure a Cone on your part. The Cone measurement best-fits a Face through
digitized points. See Best Fit Cone.

2. Touch the CONE command.
Figure 4-29 Cone command

4. Type a name for your measured Cone, or use the default name.
Figure 4-30 Cone label

o If this Cone is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
5. Touch OK to measure the Cone.
6. Measure the Cone with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-31 Measuring a Cone
o Digitize 6 or more points on the Cone.
o Pull away from the edge and digitize 1 point with the RED button to complete the command.
Figure 4-32 Cone results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Cone.
o Touch OK to add the Cone to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Cone to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Cone.
For more information, see Best Fit Cone.
Features > Cylinder

Cylinder
Use the CYLINDER command to measure a Cylinder on your part. The Cylinder measurement best-fits a Face
through digitized points. See Best Fit Cylinder.

2. Touch the CYLINDER command.
Figure 4-33 Cylinder command

4. Type a name for your measured Cylinder, or use the default name.
Figure 4-34 Cylinder label

o If this Cylinder is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
5. Touch OK to measure the Cylinder.
6. Measure the Cylinder with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-35 Measuring a Cylinder
o Digitize 6 or more points on the Cylinder.
Figure 4-36 Cylinder results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Cylinder.
o Touch OK to add the Cylinder to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Cylinder to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Cylinder.
For more information, see Best Fit Cylinder.
Features > Ellipse

Ellipse
Use the ELLIPSE command to measure an Arc on your part. The Ellipse measurement best-fits an Ellipse through
digitized points. See Best Fit Ellipse.

2. Touch the ELLIPSE command.
Figure 4-37 Ellipse command

4. Type a name for your measured Ellipse, or use the default name.
5. Choose a Face for the Ellipse. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit calculation.
Figure 4-38 Ellipse label

o If this Ellipse is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
6. Touch OK to measure the Ellipse.
7. Measure the Ellipse with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-39 Measuring an Ellipse
o Digitize 5 or more points on the Ellipse.
Figure 4-40 Ellipse results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Ellipse.
o Touch OK to add the Ellipse to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Ellipse to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Ellipse.
For more information, see Best Fit Ellipse.
Features > Edge

Edge
The Edge commands are for measuring 2D (two dimensional), and 3D (three dimensional) edges on your part.
Figure 4-41 Edge group
Features > Edge > 2D
2D
Use the 2D command to measure an Edge, or a straight line, on your part. The Edge measurement best-fits an Edge
through digitized points. See Best Fit Edge.

2. Touch the EDGE group.
3. Touch the 2D command.
Figure 4-42 2D Edge command

5. Type a name for your measured Edge, or use the default name.
6. Choose a Face for the Edge. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit calculation.
Figure 4-43 2D Edge label
o If this Edge is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
7. Touch OK to measure the Edge.
8. Measure the Edge with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-44 Measuring a 2D Edge

o Digitize 2 or more points on the Edge.

Figure 4-45 2D Edge results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Edge.
o Touch OK to add the Edge to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Edge to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Edge.
For more information, see Best Fit Edge.
Features > Edge > 3D
3D
Use the 3D command to measure an Edge, or a straight line, on your part. The 3D Edge does not project to any
face. The Edge measurement best-fits an Edge through digitized points. See Best Fit Edge.

2. Touch the EDGE group
3. Touch the 3D command.
Figure 4-46 3D Edge command

5. Type a name for your measured Edge, or use the default name.
Figure 4-47 3D Edge label
o If this Edge is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
6. Touch OK to measure the Edge.
7. Measure the Edge with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-48 Measuring a 3D Edge

o Digitize 2 or more points on the Edge.

Figure 4-49 3D Edge results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Edge.
o Touch OK to add the Edge to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Edge to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Edge.
For more information, see Best Fit Edge.
Features > Face
Face
Use the FACE command to measure a Face, or planar surface, on your part. The Face measurement best-fits a
Face through digitized points. See Best Fit Face.

2. Touch the FACE command.
Figure 4-50 Face command

4. Type a name for your measured Face, or use the default name.
Figure 4-51 Face label
o If this Face is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
5. Touch OK to measure the Face.
Figure 4-52 Measuring a Face


Figure 4-53 Face results
For more information, see Best Fit Face.
Features > Point
Point
The Point commands are for measuring an individual point on your part.
Figure 4-54 Point group
Features > Point > Point - Compensation/No Compensation

Point - Compensation/No Compensation
Use the POINT command to measure a Point on your part. The Point measurement best-fits a Point through
digitized points. See Best Fit Point.

2. Touch the POINT group.
3. Touch the COMPENSATION, or NO COMPENSATION command.
Figure 4-55 Measure Point command

5. Type a name for your measured Point, or use the default name.
Figure 4-56 Point label

o If this Point is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
6. Touch OK to measure the Point.
7. Measure the Point with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-57 Measuring a Point
o Digitize 1 or more points.
Figure 4-58 Point results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Point.
o Touch OK to add the Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Point.
For more information, see Best Fit Point.
Features > Point > Corner Point

Corner Point
Use the CORNER POINT command to measure a corner of your part. The Corner Point measurement constructs a
Point from the measurement of three individual faces. For more information, see Face.

3. Touch the CORNER POINT command.
Figure 4-59 Corner Point command

5. Type a name for your measured Corner Point, or use the default name.
Figure 4-60 Corner Point label

o If this Corner Point is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
6. Touch OK to measure the Corner Point.
7. Measure the first Face with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-61 Measuring the first Face
8. Measure the second Face with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-62 Measuring the second Face

9. Measure the third Face with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-63 Measuring the third Face

10. View the results of your measurement in the Results dialog box.
Figure 4-64 Corner Point results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Corner Point.
o Touch OK to add the Corner Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Corner Point to your FARO Gage part
file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Corner Point.
Features > Point > Planar Point
Planar Point
Use the PLANAR POINT command to measure a Point on your part an get the results, projected to a Face. The
Planar Point measurement best-fits a Point through digitized points. See Best Fit Point.

3. Touch the PLANAR POINT command.
Figure 4-65 Planar Point command
5. Type a name for your measured Planar Point, or use the default name.
6. Choose a Face for the Planar Point. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit
calculation.
Figure 4-66 Planar Point label

o If this Planar Point is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
7. Touch OK to measure the Planar Point.
8. Measure the Planar Point with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-67 Measuring a Planar Point
o Digitize 1 or more points in the hole.
Figure 4-68 Planar Point results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Planar Point.
o Touch OK to add the Planar Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Planar Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Planar Point.
For more information, see Best Fit Point.
Features > Point > High Point
High Point
Use the HIGH POINT command to measure a Point which is the largest distance from an existing Feature on your
part.

3. Touch the HIGH POINT command.
Figure 4-69 High Point command
5. Type a name for your measured High Point, or use the default name.
o If this High Point is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
6. Choose the Feature Type and an existing Feature.
Figure 4-70 High Point label

7. Touch OK to measure the High Point.
8. Measure the High Point with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-71 Measuring a High Point

o Digitize 1 or more points on your part.
Figure 4-72 High Point results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the High Point.
o Touch OK to add the High Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the High Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the High Point.
Features > Point > Low Point
Low Point
Use the LOW POINT command to measure a Point which is the smallest distance from an existing Feature on your
part.

3. Touch the LOW POINT command.
Figure 4-73 Low Point command
5. Type a name for your measured Low Point, or use the default name.
o If this Low Point is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
6. Choose the Feature Type and an existing Feature.
Figure 4-74 Low Point label

7. Touch OK to measure the Low Point.
8. Measure the Low Point with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-75 Measuring a Low Point

o Digitize 1 or more points on your part.
Figure 4-76 Low Point results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Low Point.
o Touch OK to add the Low Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Low Point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Low Point.
Features > Slot
Slot
The Slot commands are for measuring a Rectangular Slot, or a Round Slot on your part.
Figure 4-77 Slot group
Features > Slot > Rectangular Slot
Rectangular Slot
Use the RECTANGULAR SLOT command to measure a Rectangular Slot on your part. The Rectangular Slot
measurement best-fits a Rectangular Slot through digitized points. See Best Fit Rectangular Slot.

2. Touch the SLOT group.
3. Touch the RECTANGULAR SLOT command.
Figure 4-78 Rectangular Slot command

5. Type a name for your measured Rectangular Slot, or use the default name.
6. Choose a Face for the Rectangular Slot. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit
calculation.
Figure 4-79 Rectangular Slot label
o If this Rectangular Slot is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
7. Touch OK to measure the Rectangular Slot.
8. Measure the Rectangular Slot with the FARO Gage.
o Digitize 2 or more points on one side of the Rectangular Slot.
o Pull away from the part and digitize 1 point with the RED button.
Figure 4-80 Measuring the first side

o Digitize 1 or more points on one end of the Rectangular Slot.
Figure 4-81 Measuring the first end
o Digitize 1 or more points on the other side of the Rectangular Slot.
Figure 4-82 Measuring the other side

o Digitize 1 or more points on the other end of the Rectangular Slot.
Figure 4-83 Measuring the other end

Figure 4-84 Rectangular Slot results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Rectangular Slot.
o Touch OK to add the Rectangular Slot to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Rectangular Slot to your FARO Gage
part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Rectangular Slot.
For more information, see Best Fit Rectangular Slot.
Features > Slot > Round Slot
Round Slot
Use the ROUND SLOT command to measure a Round Slot on your part. The Round Slot measurement best-fits a
Round Slot through digitized points. See Best Fit Round Slot.

2. Touch the SLOT group.
3. Touch the ROUND SLOT command.
Figure 4-85 Round Slot command
5. Type a name for your measured Round Slot, or use the default name.
6. Choose a Face for the Round Slot. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit
calculation.
Figure 4-86 Round Slot label

o If this Round Slot is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
7. Touch OK to measure the Round Slot.
8. Measure the Round Slot with the FARO Gage.
o Digitize 3 or more points on one end of the Round slot.
Figure 4-87 Measuring the first end
o Digitize 3 or more points on the other end of the Round slot.
o Pull away from the ends and digitize 1 point with the RED button to complete the command.
Figure 4-88 Measuring the other end

Figure 4-89 Round Slot results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Round Slot.
o Touch OK to add the Round Slot to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Round Slot to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Round Slot.
For more information, see Best Fit Rectangular Slot.
Features > Sphere
Sphere
Use the SPHERE command to measure a Sphere on your part. The Sphere measurement best-fits a Sphere
through digitized points. See Best Fit Sphere.

2. Touch the SPHERE command.
Figure 4-90 Sphere command

4. Type a name for your measured Sphere, or use the default name.
Figure 4-91 Sphere label

o If this Sphere is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
5. Touch OK to measure the Sphere.
6. Measure the Sphere with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-92 Measuring a Sphere
o Digitize 5 or more points on the Sphere.
Figure 4-93 Sphere results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Sphere.
o Touch OK to add the Sphere to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Sphere to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Sphere.
For more information, see Best Fit Sphere.
Features > Ring
Ring
Use the RING command to measure a Ring, or Torus shape, on your part. The Ring measurement best-fits a Torus
through digitized points.
2. Touch the RING command.
Figure 4-94 Ring command

4. Type a name for your measured Ring, or use the default name.
Figure 4-95 Ring label

o If this Ring is a Datum of your part, touch the DATUM check box.
5. Touch OK to measure the Ring.
6. Measure the Ring with the FARO Gage.
Figure 4-96 Measuring a Ring
o Digitize 9 or more points on the Ring.
1. Digitize three points at one cross-section of the torus.
2. Digitize three points at a second cross-section of the torus.
3. Digitize three points at a third cross-section of the torus.
NOTE: You must digitize the first nine points in the correct order. Digitize any
additional points anywhere on the torus.
Figure 4-97 Ring results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the Ring.
o Touch OK to add the Ring to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the Ring to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch REMEASURE to remeasure the Ring.
Dimensions
Chapter 5: Dimensions
The FARO Gage DIMENSIONS drawer contains all the commands for creating dimensions using existing Features.
The Dimensions are often the values that are listed on the design print for your part. The Dimensions commands are
organized into the ANGLE, LENGTH, GD&T, DRO, BUILD HOLE, BUILD EDGE, BUILD FACE, and BUILD POINT
groups within the DIMENSIONS drawer. The DIMENSIONS drawer is only available in Metrology mode.
Figure 5-1 FARO Gage Dimensions drawer
Dimensions > Angle
Angle
The ANGLE DIMENSION group of commands build the angle between Features that exist in your FARO Gage part
file.
Figure 5-2 Apex group
Dimensions > Angle > Apex

Apex
Use the APEX command to build the angle between three points. The angle is the from the first to the second point
through the third.
1. Touch the DIMENSIONS drawer in the Toolbox.

2. Touch the ANGLE group.
3. Touch the APEX command.
Figure 5-3 Apex Angle command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose three points.
Figure 5-4 Apex Angle label

o Choose an existing Point.
o Choose another existing Point.
o Choose a third existing Point for the apex of the angle.
6. Touch OK to create the dimension.
7. View the results of your dimension.
Figure 5-5 Apex Angle results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the dimension.
o Touch OK to add the dimension to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the dimension to your FARO Gage part file.
Dimensions > Angle > Edge to Edge
Edge to Edge
Use the EDGE TO EDGE command to build an angle between two edges. The angle is the from the second to the
first edge.

3. Touch the EDGE TO EDGE command.
Figure 5-6 Edge to Edge command
5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose two edges.
Figure 5-7 Edge to Edge Angle label

o Choose an existing Edge.
o Choose another existing Edge.
Figure 5-8 Edge to Edge Angle results

Dimensions > Angle > Edge to Face
Edge to Face
Use the EDGE TO FACE command to build an angle between an edge and a face. The angle is from the face to the
edge.

3. Touch the EDGE TO FACE command.
Figure 5-9 Edge to Face Angle command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose an edge and a face.
Figure 5-10 Edge to Face Angle label

o Choose another existing Face.
Figure 5-11 Edge to Face Angle results
Dimensions > Angle > Face to Face
Face to Face
Use the FACE TO FACE command to build an angle between two faces. The angle is the from the second to the
first face.

3. Touch the FACE TO FACE command.
Figure 5-12 Face to Face Angle command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose two faces.
Figure 5-13 Face to Face Angle label
o Choose an existing Face.
Figure 5-14 Edge to Edge Angle results

Dimensions > Length
Length
The LENGTH DIMENSION group of commands build the length between Features that exist in your FARO Gage
part file.
Figure 5-15 Length group
Dimensions > Length > Edge to Edge
Edge to Edge
Use the EDGE TO EDGE command to build a length between two edges. The length is the from the first to the
second edge.

2. Touch the LENGTH group.
Figure 5-16 Edge to Edge Length command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose two edges.
Figure 5-17 Edge to Edge Length label
Figure 5-18 Edge to Edge Length results

Dimensions > Length > Face to Face
Face to Face
Use the FACE TO FACE command to build a length between two faces. The length is the from the first to the
second face.

Figure 5-19 Face to Face Length command
5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose two faces.
Figure 5-20 Face to Face Length label

Figure 5-21 Edge to Edge Length results

Dimensions > Length > Point to Edge
Point to Edge
Use the POINT TO EDGE command to build a length between a point and an edge. The length is the distance from
the point to the edge.

3. Touch the POINT TO EDGE command.
Figure 5-22 Point to Edge Length command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose a point and an edge.
Figure 5-23 Point to Edge Length label

Figure 5-24 Point to Edge Length results
Dimensions > Length > Point to Face
Point to Face
Use the POINT TO FACE command to build a length between a point and a face. The length is the distance from the
point to the face.

3. Touch the POINT TO FACE command.
Figure 5-25 Point to Face Length command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose a point and a face.
Figure 5-26 Point to Face Length label
Figure 5-27 Point to Face Length results

Dimensions > Length > Point to Point

Point to Point
Use the POINT TO POINT command to build a length between two points. The length is the from the first to the
second points.

3. Touch the POINT TO POINT command.
Figure 5-28 Point to Point Length command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose two points.
Figure 5-29 Point to Point Length label

Figure 5-30 Point to Point Length results
Dimensions > GD&T
GD&T
The GD&T DIMENSION group of commands build dimensions using the GD&T system. Each command uses
existing Features in your FARO Gage part file.
Figure 5-31 GD&T group
Dimensions > GD&T > Circularity

Circularity
Use the CIRCULARITY command to measure the GD&T Circularity of a Hole. Circularity measures the form
deviation of a Hole.

2. Touch the GD&T group.
3. Touch the CIRCULARITY command.
Figure 5-32 GD&T Circularity command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose a Hole.
Figure 5-33 GD&T Circularity label

o Choose an existing Hole.
Figure 5-34 GD&T Circularity results
See Circularity and Hole.
Dimensions > GD&T > Concentricity
Concentricity
Use the CONCENTRICITY command to measure the GD&T Concentricity of a Feature to a Datum. Concentricity
measures how well a cylinder (line) fits inside of another cylinder (line).

3. Touch the CONCENTRICITY command.
Figure 5-35 GD&T Concentricity command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose a feature and a datum.
Figure 5-36 GD&T Concentricity label
o Choose an existing Feature.
o Choose an existing Datum.
Figure 5-37 GD&T Concentricity results

See Concentricity and Cylinder.
Dimensions > GD&T > Position

Position
Use the POSITION command to measure the GD&T Position of an existing Feature. Position measures a feature
RFS (Regardless of Feature Size) and MMC (Maximum Material Condition).

3. Touch the POSITION command.
Figure 5-38 GD&T Position command
NOTE: This command requires an Alignment. For more information, see Alignment.
5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose a Feature.
Figure 5-39 GD&T Position label

NOTE: Features without nominal values are not available.

Figure 5-40 GD&T Position results
o You may type any Tolerance values for the dimension.
For more information, see RFS and MMC for a Measured Hole, and RFS and MMC for a Measured Shaft.
Dimensions > GD&T > Flatness
Flatness
Use the FLATNESS command to measure the GD&T Flatness of a face. Flatness measures the form deviation of a
face.

3. Touch the FLATNESS command.
Figure 5-41 GD&T Flatness command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose a Face.
Figure 5-42 GD&T Flatness label
Figure 5-43 GD&T Flatness results

See Flatness and Face.
Dimensions > GD&T > Parallelism

Parallelism
Use the PARALLELISM command to measure the GD&T Parallelism of a Feature to a Datum. Parallelism measures
the condition of a face that is equal in distance at all points from the datum face.

3. Touch the PARALLELISM command.
Figure 5-44 GD&T Parallelism command

Figure 5-45 GD&T Parallelism label

Figure 5-46 GD&T Parallelism results
For more information, see Parallelism.
Dimensions > GD&T > Perpendicularity
Perpendicularity
Use the PERPENDICULARITY command to measure the GD&T Perpendicularity of a Feature to a Datum.
Perpendicularity measures the condition of a face at a right angle (90 degrees) to a datum face.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY command.
Figure 5-47 GD&T Perpendicularity command

Figure 5-48 GD&T Perpendicularity label
Figure 5-49 GD&T Perpendicularity results

For more information, see Perpendicularity.
Dimensions > GD&T > Straightness

Straightness
Use the STRAIGHTNESS command to measure the GD&T Straightness of an edge. Straightness measures the
form deviation of an edge.

3. Touch the STRAIGHTNESS command.
Figure 5-50 GD&T Straightness command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose an Edge.
Figure 5-51 GD&T Straightness label

Figure 5-52 GD&T Straightness results
See Straightness and Edge.
Dimensions > DRO
DRO
Use the DRO command to display a live digital read-out of the deviation of a feature. The distance is the deviation
from the current probe position to the feature.

2. Touch the DRO command.
Figure 5-53 DRO command

4. Choose an existing Feature, and touch the components you want to watch.
Figure 5-54 DRO setup
5. Touch the OK button to open the DRO window.
6. Touch your part with the FARO Gage and see the deviation from the feature in the DRO window.
Figure 5-55 DRO window

7. Touch the OK button to exit the command.
Dimensions > Build Hole
Build Hole
The BUILD HOLE group of commands build a hole that cannot be measured using existing Features in your FARO
Gage part file.
Figure 5-56 Build Hole group
Dimensions > Build Hole > Best Fit
Best Fit
Use the BEST FIT command to build a best-fit hole from previously measured features and/or dimensions. The Best
Fit command builds a best-fit hole from existing features and/or dimensions. The points project to the face before the
best-fit calculation starts.

2. Touch the BUILD HOLE group.
3. Touch the BEST FIT command.
Figure 5-57 Build Hole Best Fit command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose three or more features, and a face.
Figure 5-58 Build Hole Best Fit label
o Choose from the list three or more Features.
7. View the results of your hole.
Figure 5-59 Build Hole Best Fit results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the hole.
o Touch the ADD TO REPORT check box to remove this hole from the report.
o Touch OK to add the hole to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the hole to your FARO Gage part file.
Dimensions > Build Hole > Intersect

Intersect
Use the INTERSECT command to build a a best-fit hole from the intersection of a feature and a face.

3. Touch the INTERSECT command.
Figure 5-60 Build Hole Intersect command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose a feature and a face.
Figure 5-61 Build Hole Intersect label

Figure 5-62 Build Hole Intersect results
Dimensions > Build Hole > From Cone
From Cone
Use the FROM CONE command to build a a best-fit hole from a cone and the diameter of a feature.

3. Touch the FROM CONE command.
Figure 5-63 Build Hole From Cone command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name, and choose a cone and a feature.
Figure 5-64 Build Hole Intersect label
o Choose an existing Cone.
o Choose another existing Feature.
Figure 5-65 Build Hole Intersect results

Dimensions > Build Edge

Build Edge
The BUILD EDGE group of commands build an edge that cannot be measured using existing Features in your
FARO Gage part file.
Figure 5-66 Build Edge group
Dimensions > Build Edge > Best Fit
Best Fit
Use the BEST FIT command to build a best-fit edge from previously measured features and/or dimensions. The Best
Fit command builds a best-fit edge from existing features and/or dimensions. The points project to the face before
the best-fit calculation starts.
1. Touch the Dimensions drawer in the Toolbox.

2. Touch the BUILD EDGE group.
Figure 5-67 Build Edge Best Fit command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name.
Figure 5-68 Build Edge Best Fit label
o Choose from the list two or more Features (3D edge).
OR
o Choose from the list two or more Features (2D edge).

6. Touch OK to create the Edge.
7. View the results of your edge.
Figure 5-69 Build Edge Best Fit results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the edge.
o Touch the ADD TO REPORT check box to remove this edge from the report.
o Touch OK to add the edge to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the edge to your FARO Gage part file.
Dimensions > Build Edge > Bisect

Bisect
Use the BISECT command to build an edge from two edges. The Bisect command builds an edge between two
existing edges.

3. Touch the BISECT command.
Figure 5-70 Build Edge Bisect command

5. Type a name for your edge, or use the default name, and choose two edges.
Figure 5-71 Build Edge Bisect label

Figure 5-72 Build Edge Bisect results
Dimensions > Build Edge > Face Project
Face Project
Use the FACE PROJECT command to build an edge from an existing edge projected to a face. The Face Project
command builds an edge from an existing edge projected to a face.

3. Touch the FACE PROJECT command.
Figure 5-73 Build Edge Face Project command

5. Type a name for your edge, or use the default name, and choose an edge and a face.
Figure 5-74 Build Edge Face Project label
Figure 5-75 Build Edge Face Project results

Dimensions > Build Edge > Two Faces

Two Faces
Use the TWO FACES command to build an edge from two faces. The Two Faces command builds an edge at the
intersection of two existing faces.

3. Touch the TWO FACES command.
Figure 5-76 Build Edge Two Faces command

5. Type a name for your edge, or use the default name, and choose two faces.
Figure 5-77 Build Edge Two Faces label

Figure 5-78 Build Edge Two Faces results
Dimensions > Build Edge > Two Offsets
Two Offsets
Use the TWO OFFSETS command to build an edge from an existing edge and two values. The Two Offsets
command builds an edge offset from another edge using the entered offset values.

3. Touch the TWO OFFSETS command.
Figure 5-79 Build Edge Two Offsets command

5. Type a name for your edge, or use the default name, choose an edge, and enter offset
values.
Figure 5-80 Build Edge Two Offsets label
o Enter the first offset value.
o Enter the second offset value.
Figure 5-81 Build Edge Two Offsets results

o If an Alignment exists in the part file, touch the NEXT button to type any
Coordinate Nominal and Tolerance values. For more information, see Coordinate
Results.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the edge to your FARO
Gage part file
Dimensions > Build Face

Build Face
The BUILD FACE group of commands build a face from existing Features that exist in your FARO Gage part file.
Figure 5-82 Build Face group
Dimensions > Build Face > Best Fit
Best Fit
Use the BEST FIT command to build a best-fit face from previously measured features and/or dimensions. The Best
Fit command builds a best-fit face from existing features and/or dimensions.

2. Touch the BUILD FACE group.
Figure 5-83 Build Face Best Fit command

5. Type a name for your dimension, or use the default name.
Figure 5-84 Build Face Best Fit label
6. Touch OK to create the Face.
7. View the results of your face.
Figure 5-85 Build Face Best Fit results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the face.
o Touch the ADD TO REPORT check box to remove this face from the report.
o Touch OK to add the face to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the face to your FARO Gage part file.
Dimensions > Build Face > Bisect

Bisect
Use the BISECT command to build a face from two faces. The Bisect command builds a face between two existing
faces.

2. Touch the BUILD FACE group.
3. Touch the BISECT command.
Figure 5-86 Build Face Bisect command

5. Type a name for your face, or use the default name, and choose two faces.
Figure 5-87 Build Face Bisect label

6. Touch OK to create the Face.
7. View the results of your face.
Figure 5-88 Build Face Bisect results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the face.
o Touch the ADD TO REPORT check box to remove this face from the report.
o Touch OK to add the face to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the face to your FARO Gage part file.
Dimensions > Build Point
Build Point
The BUILD POINT group of commands build a point from existing Features that exist in your FARO Gage part file.
Figure 5-89 Build Point group
Dimensions > Build Point > Best Fit

Best Fit
Use the BEST FIT command to build a best-fit point from previously measured features and/or dimensions. The Best
Fit command builds a best-fit point from existing features and/or dimensions.

2. Touch the BUILD POINT group.
Figure 5-90 Build Point Best Fit command

5. Type a name for your point, or use the default name.
Figure 5-91 Build Point Best Fit label

6. Touch OK to create the Point.
7. View the results of your point.
Figure 5-92 Build Point Best Fit results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the point.
o Touch the ADD TO REPORT check box to remove this point from the report.
o Touch OK to add the point to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the point to your FARO Gage part file.
Dimensions > Build Point > Intersect
Intersect
Use the INTERSECT command to build a best-fit point from the intersection of a feature and a face.

3. Touch the INTERSECT command.
Figure 5-93 Build Point Intersect command

5. Type a name for your point, or use the default name, and choose a feature and a face.
Figure 5-94 Build Point Intersect label
6. Touch OK to create the point.
Figure 5-95 Build Point Intersect results

Dimensions > Build Point > Edge Project

Edge Project
Use the EDGE PROJECT command to build a point from an existing point projected to a edge. The Edge Project
command builds a point from an existing point projected to an edge.

3. Touch the EDGE PROJECT command.
Figure 5-96 Build Point Edge Project command

5. Type a name for your point, or use the default name, and choose an edge and a point.
Figure 5-97 Build Point Edge Project label

Figure 5-98 Build Point Edge Project results
Dimensions > Build Point > Midpoint
Midpoint
Use the MIDPOINT command to build the midpoint between two previously measured points. The Midpoint
command builds a point between two previously measured points.

3. Touch the MIDPOINT command.
Figure 5-99 Build Point Midpoint command

5. Type a name for your Point, or use the default name, and choose two points.
Figure 5-100 Build Point Midpoint label
Figure 5-101 Build Point Midpoint results

Dimensions > Build Point > Face Project

Face Project
Use the FACE PROJECT command to build a point from an existing point projected to a face. The Face Project
command builds a point from an existing point projected to an face.

3. Touch the FACE PROJECT command.
Figure 5-102 Build Point Face Project command

5. Type a name for your point, or use the default name, and choose a point and a face.
Figure 5-103 Build Point Face Project label

Figure 5-104 Build Point Face Project results
Dimensions > Build Point > Two Edges
Two Edges
Use the TWO EDGES command to build a point from two edges. The Two Edges command builds a point at the
intersection of two existing edges.

3. Touch the TWO EDGES command.
Figure 5-105 Build Point Two Edges command

5. Type a name for your Point, or use the default name, and choose two edges.
Figure 5-106 Build Point Two Edges label
Figure 5-107 Build Point Two Edges results

Dimensions > Build Offset

Build Offset
Use the BUILD OFFSET command to build a feature offset from an existing feature. The Offset command builds a
feature offset from an existing feature using an entered value.

2. Touch the OFFSET command.
Figure 5-108 Build Offset command

4. Type a name for your Feature, or use the default name, choose an existing feature, and enter an offset
value.
Figure 5-109 Build Offset label

o Enter the offset value.
5. Touch OK to create the feature.
6. View the results of your feature.
Figure 5-110 Build Offset results
o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the feature.
o Touch the ADD TO REPORT check box to remove this feature from the report.
o Touch OK to add the feature to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to exit the command without adding the feature to your FARO Gage part file.
Reports
Chapter 6: Reports
The FARO Gage REPORTS drawer contains all the commands to create reports for your part. The REPORTS
drawer is only available in Metrology mode.
Figure 6-1 FARO Gage Reports drawer
Reports > New Report

New Report
The New Report group of commands create a new report for your part.
Figure 6-2 New Report group
Reports > New Report > Tabular
Tabular
Use the TABULAR command to create a report of the Features and Dimensions on your part.
1. Touch the REPORTS drawer in the Toolbox.

2. Touch the NEW REPORT group.
3. Touch the TABULAR command.
Figure 6-3 Tabular command

5. Type your name, the part name, and the serial number, or use the defaults.
Figure 6-4 Tabular Report setup
o Touch the ADVANCED button to choose from existing part names or serial numbers.
6. Touch OK to generate the report preview.
Figure 6-5 Tabular Report preview

o Touch OK to exit the command.
o Touch PRINT to send the report to any printer connected to your computer.
o Touch SAVE to create a report file on your computer. You may view and print this file later using
the VIEW REPORT command.
Reports > New Report > Excel

Excel
Use the EXCEL command to create a Microsoft Excel report file of the Features and Dimensions on your part.

3. Touch the EXCEL command.
Figure 6-6 Excel command

Figure 6-7 Excel Report setup

o Touch the Advanced button to choose from existing part names or serial numbers.
6. Touch OK to generate the report file.
Reports > New Report > SPC Out
SPC Out
Use the SPC OUT command to create a data file of the Features and Dimensions on your part.

3. Touch the SPC OUT command.
Figure 6-8 SPC Out command

Figure 6-9 SPC Out setup

o Touch the Advanced button to choose from existing part names or serial numbers.
6. Touch OK to generate the report file.
Reports > View Report
View Report
Use the VIEW REPORT command to view and print an existing report file. You must create, and save, a report file
using the NEW REPORT command before running this command. Excel report files may not be viewed with this
command.

2. Touch the VIEW REPORT command.
Figure 6-10 View Report command
4. Choose a part name from the list.
Figure 6-11 Choose a Part

5. Touch the SELECT A SERIAL NUMBER tab, and choose a serial number from the list.
Figure 6-12 Choose a Serial Number

6. Touch OK to generate the report preview.
Figure 6-13 Tabular Report preview
o Touch OK to exit the command.
o Touch PRINT to send the report to any printer connected to your computer.
Tools
Chapter 7: Tools
The FARO Gage TOOLS drawer contains all the commands to quickly measure a single distance, angle, or
geometric value on your part. This drawer also contains many tools to measure your part if it uses the GD&T
tolerancing system. The Tools commands are organized into the ANGLES, DISTANCE, GEOMETRY, GD&T, and
CUSTOM TOOLS within the TOOLS drawer. The TOOLS drawer is available in both Gage and Metrology modes.
Figure 7-1 FARO Gage Tools drawer
IMPORTANT: You may use Tools in Metrology mode. However, you may not use more than one Tool to create a
Custom Part file, and it must be at the beginning of the file. You may use multiple Tools in Gage mode.
Tools > Angles
Angles
The ANGLES group of tools measure and report angles in your FARO Gage part file.
Figure 7-2 Angle group
Tools > Angles > Cylinder to Cylinder
Cylinder to Cylinder
Use the CYLINDER TO CYLINDER Tool to Dimension the angle between two cylinders. The angle is from the
second to the first cylinder.
1. Touch the TOOLS drawer in the Toolbox.

2. Touch the ANGLES group.
3. Touch the CYLINDER TO CYLINDER command.
Figure 7-3 Cylinder to Cylinder Angle Tool
5. Measure a cylinder on your part.

o Digitize 6 or more points on the cylinder.
NOTE: If any measurement of an individual feature is out of tolerance, a RESULTS dialog box
appears. Touch the OK button to continue, or touch REMEASURE to remeasure the
feature.
6. Measure another cylinder on your part.

Figure 7-6 Cylinder to Cylinder Angle Tool results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the angle.
o Touch OK to add the angle to your FARO Gage part file.
o Touch CANCEL to restart the Tool.
See Best Fit Cylinder.
Tools > Angles > Cylinder to Face
Cylinder to Face
Use the CYLINDER TO FACE command to Dimension the angle between a cylinder and a face. The angle is from
the face to the cylinder.
3. Touch the CYLINDER TO FACE command.
Figure 7-7 Cylinder to Face Angle Tool


feature.
6. Measure a face on your part.

Figure 7-10 Cylinder to Face Angle Tool results

See Best Fit Cylinder and Best Fit Face.
Tools > Angles > Edge to Edge
Edge to Edge
Use the EDGE TO EDGE command to Dimension the angle between two edges. The angle is from the second to the
first edge.
Figure 7-11 Edge to Edge Angle Tool

5. Measure the face for the edges on your part.

feature.
6. Measure an edge on your part.

Figure 7-13 Measuring an Edge
o Digitize 2 or more points on the edge.
7. Measure another edge on your part.


Figure 7-15 Edge to Edge Angle Tool results
See Best Fit Edge.
Tools > Angles > Edge to Face
Edge to Face
Use the EDGE TO FACE command to Dimension the angle between two faces. The angle is from the second to the
first face.

3. Touch the EDGE TO FACE command.
Figure 7-16 Edge to Face Angle Tool

5. Measure the face for the edge on your part.
feature.


Figure 7-20 Edge to Face Angle Tool results

See Best Fit Edge and Best Fit Face.
Tools > Angles > Face to Face

Face to Face
Use the FACE TO FACE Tool to Dimension the angle between two faces. The angle is from the second to the first
face.

Figure 7-21 Face to Face Angle Tool


feature.
6. Measure another face on your part.

Figure 7-24 Face to Face Angle Tool results

See Best Fit Face.
Tools > Angles > Hole to Hole to Hole
Hole to Hole to Hole

Use the HOLE TO HOLE TO HOLE command to Dimension the angle between two holes using the third as the
apex. Dimension the angle between the first hole to the second hole through the third hole.

3. Touch the HOLE TO HOLE TO HOLE command.
Figure 7-25 Hole to Hole to Hole Angle Tool

5. Measure the face for the holes on your part.

feature.
6. Measure a hole on your part.

o Digitize 3 or more points on the hole.
7. Measure another hole on your part.

8. Measure a third hole (apex) on your part.

Figure 7-30 Edge to Face Angle Tool results

See Best Fit Hole.
Tools > Distance

Distance
The DISTANCE group of tools measure and report distances in your FARO Gage part file.
Figure 7-31 Distance group
Tools > Distance > Hole to Hole (Center)
Hole to Hole (Center)

Use the HOLE TO HOLE (Center) command to Dimension the distance between two holes. The distance is from the
center of the first hole to the center of the second hole.

2. Touch the DISTANCE group.
3. Touch the HOLE TO HOLE (Center) command.
Figure 7-32 Hole to Hole (Center) Distance Tool

feature.
6. Measure an hole on your part.


Figure 7-36 Hole to Hole (Maximum) Distance Tool results

o You may type any Nominal and Tolerance values for the distance.
o Touch OK to add the distance to your FARO Gage part file.
See Best Fit Hole.
Tools > Distance > Hole to Hole (Center)

Hole to Hole (Center)
Use the HOLE TO HOLE (Center) command to Dimension the distance between two holes. The distance is from the
center of the first hole to the center of the second hole.

3. Touch the HOLE TO HOLE (Center) command.
Figure 7-32 Hole to Hole (Center) Distance Tool


feature.



Figure 7-36 Hole to Hole (Maximum) Distance Tool results
See Best Fit Hole.
Tools > Distance > Hole to Hole (Minimum)
Hole to Hole (Minimum)

Use the HOLE TO HOLE (Minimum) command to Dimension the distance between two holes. The distance is from
the inner edge of the first hole to the inner edge of the second hole.

3. Touch the HOLE TO HOLE (Minimum) command.
Figure 7-42 Hole to Hole (Minimum) Distance Tool

feature.


Figure 7-46 Hole to Hole (Minimum) Distance Tool results

See Best Fit Hole.
Tools > Distance > Hole to Edge (Center)

Hole to Edge (Center)
Use the HOLE TO EDGE (Center) command to Dimension the distance between the center of a hole and an edge.
The distance is from the center of the hole to the edge.

3. Touch the HOLE TO EDGE (Center) command.
Figure 7-47 Hole to Edge (Center) Distance Tool

5. Measure the face for the hole and the edge on your part.

feature.

Figure 7-50 Measuring a Edge


Figure 7-51 Hole to Edge (Center) Distance Tool results
See Best Fit Hole and Best Fit Edge.
Tools > Distance > Hole to Edge (Maximum)
Hole to Edge (Maximum)

Use the HOLE TO EDGE (Maximum) command to Dimension the distance between the outer edge of a hole and an
edge. The distance is from the outer edge of the hole to the edge.

3. Touch the HOLE TO EDGE (Maximum) command.
Figure 7-52 Hole to Edge (Maximum) Distance Tool

feature.


Figure 7-56 Hole to Edge (Maximum) Distance Tool results

Tools > Distance > Hole to Edge (Minimum)

Hole to Edge (Minimum)
Use the HOLE TO EDGE (Minimum) command to Dimension the distance between the inner edge of a hole and an
edge. The distance is from the inner edge of the hole to the edge.

3. Touch the HOLE TO EDGE (Minimum) command.
Figure 7-57 Hole to Edge (Minimum) Distance Tool


feature.



Figure 7-61 Hole to Edge (Maximum) Distance Tool results
Tools > Distance > Face to Face
Face to Face
Use the FACE TO FACE Tool to Dimension the distance between two faces. The distance is from the first face to
the second face.

Figure 7-62 Face to Face Distance Tool

feature.
6. Measure another face on your part.


Figure 7-65 Face to Face Distance Tool results
See Best Fit Face.
Tools > Distance > Edge to Edge
Edge to Edge
Use the EDGE TO EDGE command to Dimension the distance between two edges. The distance is from the first
edge to the second edge.

Figure 7-66 Edge to Edge Distance Tool

5. Measure the face for the edges on your part.
feature.

7. Measure another edge on your part.

Figure 7-70 Edge to Edge Distance Tool results

See Best Fit Edge.
Tools > Distance > Point to Edge

Point to Edge
Use the POINT TO EDGE command to Dimension the distance between a point and an edge. The distance is from
the point to the edge.

3. Touch the Point to Edge command.
Figure 7-71 Point to Edge Distance Tool

5. Measure a point on your part.

o Digitize 1 or more points on the point.
feature.
6. Measure the face for the edge on your part.



Figure 7-75 Point to Edge Distance Tool results
See Best Fit Point and Best Fit Edge.
Tools > Distance > Point to Face
Point to Face
Use the POINT TO FACE command to Dimension the distance between a point and a face. The distance is from the
point to the face.

3. Touch the POINT TO FACE command.
Figure 7-76 Point to Face Distance Tool

5. Measure a point on your part.
o Digitize 1 or more points on the point.
feature.


Figure 7-79 Point to Face Distance Tool results
See Best Fit Point and Best Fit Face.
Tools > Distance > Cylinder to Cylinder
Cylinder to Cylinder
Use the CYLINDER TO CYLINDER command to Dimension the distance between two cylinders on your part. The
distance is from the first cylinder to the second cylinder.

3. Touch the CYLINDER TO CYLINDER command.
Figure 7-80 Cylinder to Cylinder Distance Tool

feature.
6. Measure another cylinder on your part.


Figure 7-83 Cylinder to Cylinder Distance Tool results
Tools > Distance > Concentric Holes
Concentric Holes
Use the CONCENTRIC HOLES command to Dimension the distance between two holes. The distance is from the
first hole to the second hole.

3. Touch the CONCENTRIC HOLES command.
Figure 7-84 Concentric Holes Distance Tool

feature.


Figure 7-88 Concentric Holes Distance Tool results

See Best Fit Hole.
Tools > Geometry

Geometry
The GEOMETRY group of tools measure and report Geometry (individual features) in your FARO Gage part file.
Figure 7-89 Geometry group
Tools > Geometry > Face Form
Face Form
Use the FACE FORM command to Measure a face on your part and report the form. The Face measurement best-
fits a face through digitized points.

2. Touch the GEOMETRY group.
3. Touch the FACE FORM command.
Figure 7-90 Face Form Geometry Tool

Figure 7-92 Face Form Geometry Tool results

o Touch REMEASURE to restart the Tool.
See Best Fit Face.
Tools > Geometry > Edge Form
Edge Form
Use the EDGE FORM command to Measure an edge on your part and report the form. The Edge measurement
best-fits an edge through digitized points.
3. Touch the EDGE FORM command.
Figure 7-93 Edge Form Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Face for the Edge. The digitized points are projected to the face before the
best-fit calculation.

o Pull away from the part and digitize 1 point with the RED button to complete the
command.

command.
Figure 7-96 Edge Form Geometry Tool results

Tools > Geometry > Hole Diameter

Hole Diameter
Use the HOLE DIAMETER command to Measure a Hole (or post) on your part and report the diameter. The Hole
measurement best-fits a hole through digitized points.

3. Touch the HOLE DIAMETER command.
Figure 7-97 Hole Diameter Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Face for the Hole. The digitized points are projected to the face before the

command.

command.
Figure 7-100 Hole Diameter Geometry Tool results

Tools > Geometry > Round Slot Length

Round Slot Length
Use the ROUND SLOT LENGTH command to Measure a Hole (or post) on your part and report the diameter. The
Round Slot measurement best-fits a round slot through digitized points.

3. Touch the ROUND SLOT LENGTH command.
Figure 7-101 Round Slot Length Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Face for the Round Slot. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit
calculation.

6. Measure a Round Slot on your part.
Figure 7-103 Measuring the End
o Digitize 3 or more points on one end of the Round slot.
Figure 7-104 Measuring the other End

o Digitize 3 or more points on the other end of the Round slot.

Figure 7-105 Hole Diameter Geometry Tool results
See Best Fit Round Slot.
Tools > Geometry > Cylinder Diameter
Cylinder Diameter
Use the CYLINDER DIAMETER command to Measure a cylinder on your part and report the diameter. The Cylinder
measurement best-fits a cylinder through digitized points.

3. Touch the CYLINDER DIAMETER command.
Figure 7-106 Cylinder Diameter Geometry Tool

Figure 7-108 Cylinder Diameter Geometry Tool results

Tools > Geometry > Ellipse Length and Width

Ellipse Length and Width
Use the ELLIPSE LENGTH AND WIDTH command to Measure an Ellipse (hole or post) on your part and report the
length and width. The Ellipse measurement best-fits an ellipse through digitized points.

3. Touch the ELLIPSE LENGTH AND WIDTH command.
Figure 7-109 Ellipse Length and Width Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Face for the Ellipse. The digitized points are projected to the face before the

command.
6. Measure an Ellipse on your part.
Figure 7-111 Measuring an Ellipse
o Digitize 4 or more points on the ellipse.
command.
Figure 7-112 Ellipse Length and Width Geometry Tool results

Tools > Geometry > Rectangular Slot Length and Width

Rectangular Slot Length and Width
Use the RECTANGULAR SLOT LENGTH AND WIDTH command to Measure a Rectangular Slot (hole or post) on
your part and report the length and width. The Rectangular Slot measurement best-fits a rectangular slot through
digitized points.

3. Touch the RECTANGULAR SLOT LENGTH AND WIDTH command.
Figure 7-113 Rectangular Slot Length and Width Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Face for the Rectangular Slot. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit
calculation.

6. Measure a Rectangular Slot on your part.
Figure 7-115 Measuring one Side
o Digitize 2 or more points on one side of the Rectangular Slot.
Figure 7-116 Measuring one End

o Digitize 1 or more points on one end of the Rectangular Slot.
Figure 7-117 Measuring the other Side

o Digitize 1 or more points on the other side of the Rectangular Slot.
Figure 7-118 Measuring the other End

o Digitize 1 or more points on the other end of the Rectangular Slot.
Figure 7-119 Rectangular Slot Length and Width Geometry Tool results
See Best Fit Rectangular Slot.
Tools > Geometry > Sphere Diameter
Sphere Diameter
Use the SPHERE DIAMETER command to Measure a sphere on your part and report the diameter. The Sphere
measurement best-fits a sphere through digitized points.

3. Touch the SPHERE DIAMETER command.
Figure 7-120 Sphere Diameter Geometry Tool

5. Measure a sphere on your part.
Figure 7-121 Measuring a Sphere

o Digitize 5 or more points on the sphere.

Figure 7-122 Sphere Diameter Geometry Tool results
See Best Fit Sphere.
Tools > Geometry > Ring Diameter
Ring Diameter
Use the RING MAJOR AND MINOR DIAMETER command to Measure a ring on your part and report the major and
minor diameters. The Ring measurement best-fits a torus through digitized points.

3. Touch the RING MAJOR AND MINOR DIAMETER command.
Figure 7-123 Ring Major and Minor Diameter Geometry Tool
5. Measure a ring on your part.
Figure 7-124 Measuring a Ring

o Digitize 9 or more points on the Ring.
1. Digitize three points at one cross-section of the torus.
2. Digitize three points at a second cross-section of the torus.
3. Digitize three points at a third cross-section of the torus.
NOTE: You must digitize the first nine points in the correct order. Digitize any
additional points anywhere on the torus.
Figure 7-125 Ring Major and Minor Diameter Geometry Tool results
Tools > Geometry > Cone Angle
Cone Angle
Use the CONE ANGLE command to Measure a cone on your part and report the draft angle. The Cone
measurement best-fits a cone through digitized points.

3. Touch the CONE ANGLE command.
Figure 7-126 Cone Angle Geometry Tool

5. Measure a cone on your part.
o Digitize 6 or more points on the cone.
Figure 7-128 Cone Angle Geometry Tool results

See Best Fit Cone.
Tools > Geometry > Arc Radius

Arc Radius
Use the ARC RADIUS command to Measure an Arc on your part and report the radius. The Arc measurement best-
fits an arc through digitized points.

3. Touch the ARC RADIUS command.
Figure 7-129 Arc Radius Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Face for the Arc. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-
fit calculation.

command.
6. Measure an arc on your part.
Figure 7-131 Measuring an Arc
o Digitize 3 or more points on the arc.
command.
Figure 7-132 Arc Radius Geometry Tool results

Tools > Geometry > Hole Bolt Pattern/Hole Bolt Pattern with Apex Angles
Hole Bolt Pattern/Hole Bolt Pattern with Apex Angles
Use the HOLE BOLT PATTERN commands to Measure a number of holes, in a bolt pattern, on your part and report
the center point of the bolt pattern.
Use the HOLE BOLT PATTERN WITH APEX ANGLES commands to Measure a number of holes, in a bolt pattern,
on your part. Report the center point of the bolt pattern and the angle from each hole to the other through the center
point of the bolt pattern.

3. Touch any HOLE BOLT PATTERN command - with or without Apex Angles.
Figure 7-133 Hole Bolt Pattern Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Face for the holes. The digitized points are projected to the face before the

command.
feature.
6. Measure each hole on your part.

command.
7. View the results of your Hole Bolt Pattern measurement.
Figure 7-136 Hole Bolt Pattern Geometry Tool results

8. View the results of each Hole to Hole angle in the Hole Bolt Pattern measurement.
Figure 7-137 Hole to Hole Angle results
Tools > Geometry > Hole between Cone and Face
Hole between Cone and Face

Use the HOLE BETWEEN CONE AND FACE command to Measure a cone and a face, and report the best-fit hole
at the intersection of the cone and the face. The Hole between Cone and Face measurement creates a best-fit hole
at the intersection of the cone and the face.

3. Touch the HOLE BETWEEN CONE AND FACE command.
Figure 7-138 Hole between Cone and Face Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Cone.
o Digitize 6 or more points on the cone.
feature.


Figure 7-141 Hole between Cone and Face Geometry Tool results
See Best Fit Cone and Best Fit Face.
Tools > Geometry > Hole between Cylinder and Face
Hole between Cylinder and Face

Use the HOLE BETWEEN CYLINDER AND FACE command to Measure a cylinder and a face, and report the best-
fit hole at the intersection of the cylinder and the face. The Hole between Cylinder and Face measurement creates a
best-fit hole at the intersection of the cylinder and the face.

3. Touch the HOLE BETWEEN CYLINDER AND FACE command.
Figure 7-142 Hole between Cylinder and Face Geometry Tool

5. Measure a Cylinder.
command.
feature.

command.

Figure 7-145 Hole between Cone and Face Geometry Tool results
Tools > GD&T
GD&T
The GD&T group of tools to measure your part using the Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) System.
Figure 7-146 GD&T group

Tools > GD&T > Flatness
Flatness
Use the FLATNESS FORM Tool to Measure the Flatness of a face. Flatness measures the form deviation of a face.

3. Touch the FLATNESS command.
Figure 7-147 Flatness GD&T Tool


Figure 7-149 Face Form Geometry Tool results
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Tools > GD&T > Circularity
Circularity
Use the CIRCULARITY command to Measure the Circularity of a hole. Circularity measures the form deviation of a
hole.

3. Touch the CIRCULARITY command.
Figure 7-150 Circularity GD&T Tool

5. Measure a Face for the Hole. The digitized points are projected to the face before the best-fit calculation.


Figure 7-153 Circularity GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Hole and Circularity.
Tools > GD&T > Concentricity
Concentricity
Use the CONCENTRICITY command to Measure the Concentricity of a cylinder to a datum cylinder. Concentricity
measures how well a cylinder (line) fits inside of another cylinder (line).

3. Touch the CONCENTRICITY command.
Figure 7-154 Concentricity GD&T Tool

5. Measure a cylinder.
feature.
6. Measure a datum cylinder on your part.


Figure 7-157 Concentricity GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Cylinder and Concentricity.
ÇTools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Face to Datum Face
Perpendicularity Face to Datum Face

Use the PERPENDICULARITY FACE TO DATUM FACE command to Measure the Perpendicularity of a face to a
datum face. Perpendicularity measures the condition of a face at a right angle (90 degrees) to a datum face.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY FACE TO DATUM FACE command.
Figure 7-158 Perpendicularity Face to Datum Face GD&T Tool

5. Measure a face.
feature.
6. Measure a datum face on your part.


Figure 7-161 Perpendicularity Face to Datum Face GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Face and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Face
Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Face

Use the PERPENDICULARITY EDGE TO DATUM FACE command to Measure the perpendicularity of an edge to a
datum face. Perpendicularity measures the condition of an edge at a right angle (90 degrees) to a datum face.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY EDGE TO DATUM FACE command.
Figure 7-162 Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Face GD&T Tool

5. Measure a face for the edge.
feature.


Figure 7-166 Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Face GD&T Tool results

See Best Fit Edge, Best Fit Face and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Face

Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Face
Use the PERPENDICULARITY CYLINDER TO DATUM FACE command to Measure the Perpendicularity of a
cylinder to a datum face. Perpendicularity measures the condition of an edge at a right angle (90 degrees) to a
datum face.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY CYLINDER TO DATUM FACE command.
Figure 7-167 Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Face GD&T Tool


feature.

Figure 7-170 Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Face GD&T Tool results

See Best Fit Cylinder, Best Fit Face and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Face to Datum Edge
Perpendicularity Face to Datum Edge

Use the PERPENDICULARITY FACE TO DATUM EDGE command to Measure the Perpendicularity of a face to a
datum edge. Perpendicularity measures the condition of a face at a right angle (90 degrees) to a datum edge.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY FACE TO DATUM EDGE command.
Figure 7-171 Perpendicularity Face to Datum Edge GD&T Tool


feature.
6. Measure a face for the datum edge.

7. Measure a datum edge on your part.


Figure 7-175 Perpendicularity Face to Datum Edge GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Face, Best Fit Edge and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Edge
Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Edge

Use the PERPENDICULARITY EDGE TO DATUM EDGE command to Measure the Perpendicularity of an edge to
a datum edge. Perpendicularity measures the condition of an edge at a right angle (90 degrees) to a datum edge.

3. Touch the Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Edge command.
Figure 7-176 Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Edge GD&T Tool

feature.




Figure 7-181 Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Edge GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Edge and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Edge
Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Edge

Use the PERPENDICULARITY CYLINDER TO DATUM EDGE command to Measure the Perpendicularity of a
cylinder to a datum edge. Perpendicularity measures the condition of a cylinder at a right angle (90 degrees) to a
datum edge.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY CYLINDER TO DATUM EDGE command.
Figure 7-182 Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Edge GD&T Tool

feature.


Figure 7-186 Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Edge GD&T Tool results

See Best Fit Cylinder, Best Fit Edge and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Face to Datum Cylinder

Perpendicularity Face to Datum Cylinder
Use the PERPENDICULARITY FACE TO DATUM CYLINDER command to Measure the Perpendicularity of a face
to a datum cylinder. Perpendicularity measures the condition of a face at a right angle (90 degrees) to a datum
cylinder.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY FACE TO DATUM CYLINDER command.
Figure 7-187 Perpendicularity Face to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool


feature.

Figure 7-190 Perpendicularity Face to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool results

See Best Fit Face, Best Fit Cylinder and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Cylinder
Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Cylinder

Use the PERPENDICULARITY EDGE TO DATUM CYLINDER command to Measure the Perpendicularity of an
edge to a datum cylinder. Perpendicularity measures the condition of an edge at a right angle (90 degrees) to a
datum cylinder.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY EDGE TO DATUM CYLINDER command.
Figure 7-191 Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool


command.
feature.

command.

command.

Figure 7-195 Perpendicularity Edge to Datum Cylinder Tool results
See Best Fit Edge, Best Fit Cylinder and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Cylinder
Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Cylinder

Use the PERPENDICULARITY CYLINDER TO DATUM CYLINDER command to Measure the Perpendicularity of a
cylinder to a datum cylinder. Perpendicularity measures the condition of a cylinder at a right angle (90 degrees) to a
datum cylinder.

3. Touch the PERPENDICULARITY CYLINDER TO DATUM CYLINDER command.
Figure 7-196 Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool

feature.


Figure 7-199 Perpendicularity Cylinder to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Cylinder and Perpendicularity.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Face to Datum Face
Parallelism Face to Datum Face

Use the PARALLELISM FACE TO DATUM FACE command to Measure the Parallelism of a face to a datum face.
Parallelism measures the condition of an edge that is equal in distance at all points from the datum face.

3. Touch the Parallelism Face to Datum Face command.
Figure 7-200 Parallelism Face to Datum Face GD&T Tool

5. Measure a face.
feature.


Figure 7-203 Parallelism Face to Datum Face GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Face and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Edge to Datum Face
Parallelism Edge to Datum Face

Use the PARALLELISM EDGE TO DATUM FACE command to Measure the Parallelism of an edge to a datum
face. Parallelism measures the condition of an edge that is equal in distance at all points from the datum face.

3. Touch the PARALLELISM EDGE TO DATUM FACE command.
Figure 7-204 Parallelism Edge to Datum Face GD&T Tool

feature.



See Best Fit Edge, Best Fit Face and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face

Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face
Use the PARALLELISM CYLINDER TO DATUM FACE command to Measure the Parallelism of a cylinder to a
datum face. Parallelism measures the condition of a cylinder that is equal in distance at all points from the datum
face.

3. Touch the Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face command.
Figure 7-209 Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face GD&T Tool


command.
feature.

command.
Figure 7-212 Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face GD&T Tool results

See Best Fit Cylinder, Best Fit Face and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Face to Datum Edge
Parallelism Face to Datum Edge

Use the PARALLELISM FACE TO DATUM EDGE command to Measure the Parallelism of a face to a datum edge.
Parallelism measures the condition of a face that is equal in distance at all points from the datum edge.

3. Touch the PARALLELISM FACE TO DATUM EDGE command.
Figure 7-213 Parallelism Face to Datum Edge GD&T Tool


feature.



Figure 7-217 Parallelism Face to Datum Edge GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Face, Best Fit Edge and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Edge to Datum Face
Parallelism Edge to Datum Face

Use the PARALLELISM EDGE TO DATUM FACE command to Measure the Parallelism of an edge to a datum
face. Parallelism measures the condition of an edge that is equal in distance at all points from the datum face.

3. Touch the PARALLELISM EDGE TO DATUM FACE command.
Figure 7-204 Parallelism Edge to Datum Face GD&T Tool

feature.



See Best Fit Edge, Best Fit Face and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face

Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face
Use the PARALLELISM CYLINDER TO DATUM FACE command to Measure the Parallelism of a cylinder to a
datum face. Parallelism measures the condition of a cylinder that is equal in distance at all points from the datum
face.

3. Touch the Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face command.
Figure 7-209 Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face GD&T Tool


feature.

Figure 7-212 Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Face GD&T Tool results

See Best Fit Cylinder, Best Fit Face and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Face to Datum Edge
Parallelism Face to Datum Edge




feature.



Figure 7-217 Parallelism Face to Datum Edge GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Face, Best Fit Edge and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Edge to Datum Edge
Parallelism Edge to Datum Edge



feature.




Figure 7-223 Parallelism Edge to Datum Edge GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Edge and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Edge
Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Edge

Use the PARALLELISM CYLINDER TO DATUM EDGE command to Measure the Parallelism of a cylinder to a
datum edge. Parallelism measures the condition of an edge that is equal in distance at all points from the datum
edge.

3. Touch the PARALLELISM CYLINDER TO DATUM EDGE command.
Figure 7-224 Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Edge GD&T Tool

feature.


Figure 7-228 Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Edge GD&T Tool results

See Best Fit Cylinder, Best Fit Edge and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Face to Datum Cylinder

Parallelism Face to Datum Cylinder
Use the PARALLELISM FACE TO DATUM CYLINDER command to Measure the Parallelism of a face to a datum
cylinder. Parallelism measures the condition of a face that is equal in distance at all points from the datum cylinder.

3. Touch the PARALLELISM FACE TO DATUM CYLINDER command.
Figure 7-229 Parallelism Face to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool


feature.

Figure 7-232 Parallelism Face to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool results

See Best Fit Face, Best Fit Cylinder and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Edge to Datum Cylinder
Parallelism Edge to Datum Cylinder

Use the PARALLELISM EDGE TO DATUM CYLINDER command to Measure the Parallelism of a cylinder to a
datum edge. Parallelism measures the condition of an edge that is equal in distance at all points from the datum
edge.

3. Touch the PARALLELISM EDGE TO DATUM CYLINDER command.
Figure 7-233 Parallelism Edge to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool


feature.



Figure 7-237 Parallelism Edge to Datum Cylinder Tool results
See Best Fit Edge, Best Fit Cylinder and Parallelism.
Tools > GD&T > Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Cylinder
Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Cylinder

Use the PARALLELISM CYLINDER TO DATUM CYLINDER command to Measure the Parallelism of a cylinder to a
datum cylinder. Parallelism measures the condition of a cylinder that is equal in distance at all points from the datum
cylinder.

3. Touch the PARALLELISM CYLINDER TO DATUM CYLINDER command.
Figure 7-238 Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool

feature.


Figure 7-241 Parallelism Cylinder to Datum Cylinder GD&T Tool results
See Best Fit Cylinder and Parallelism.
Tools > Custom Tools
Custom Tools
Create, Edit, Run, and Delete FARO Gage Custom Tools for your parts. Custom Tools are only available in
Metrology mode.
Figure 7-242 Custom Tools group
Tools > Custom Tools > New

New
Use the NEW command to create a new tool for your part.

2. Touch the CUSTOM TOOLS group.
3. Touch the NEW command.
Figure 7-243 New Tool
You will have the option to save any existing tool.
Tools > Custom Tools > Load
Load
Use the LOAD command to open an existing tool for your part.

3. Touch the LOAD command.
Figure 7-244 Load a Tool

You will have the option to save any existing tool.
1. Touch a Tool file.
Figure 7-245 Pick a Tool

o Touch the NAMES radio button to see the Tools without pictures.
2. Touch the OK button to load the Tool.
Tools > Custom Tools > Save
Save
Use the SAVE command to save the current Tool to your computer.

3. Touch the SAVE command.
Figure 7-246 Save a Tool

5. Type in your Name, the name of the Tool, a Revision number, and a Description of your part.
Figure 7-247 Tool Information tab
6. Touch the PICK PICTURE tab and choose a picture, or use the default picture.
Figure 7-248 Pick Picture tab

o Touch the NAMES radio button to see the names of the pictures in a list.
7. Touch the OK button to save the Tool.
Tools > Custom Tools > Run

Run
Use the RUN command to start the current tool from the beginning of the file.

3. Touch the RUN command.
Figure 7-249 Run a Tool
Tools > Custom Tools > Delete
Delete
Use the DELETE command to delete, or erase, a previously saved Custom Tool from the computer.

3. Touch the DELETE command.
Figure 7-250 Delete a Tool

5. Touch a Tool file.
Figure 7-251 Pick a Tool
o Touch the NAMES radio button to see the Tools without pictures.
6. Touch the OK button to delete the Tool.
3D Caliper
Chapter 8: 3D Caliper
The FARO Gage 3D CALIPER drawer is the command to run the FARO Gage as a three-dimensional caliper. The
3D CALIPER drawer is available in both Gage and Metrology modes.
Figure 8-1 FARO Gage 3D Caliper drawer
The FARO Gage 3D CALIPER command replaces a traditional Height Gage tool by providing a quick distance
measurement.
1. Touch the 3D CALIPER drawer in the Toolbox.

2. Define your base face (measurement table, gage block, etc.) and touch your part to see the height distance.
You may set, or reset, three separate base faces for you part.
o Touch the SETUP tab.
o Touch the SET button for the X, Y or Z base face.
Figure 8-2 FARO Gage 3D Caliper Setup Tab
NOTE: In Metrology mode, select the USE ALIGNMENT check box to define the base faces from
the Alignment. See Alignment.
3. Measure a face on your part. For more information, see Face.

If the measured form of the face exceeds the current tolerance, a message appears. You may accept the
measurement, remeasure the face, or cancel the command.
NOTE: The face measurement remains until you reset or clear it.
1. After setting the base face, place the FARO Gage probe on your part. Look at the screen to see the height
from the base face to the surface.
Figure 8-4 Base Face to Probe Height
o Press the GREEN button to freeze the Height display.
o The 3D Caliper automatically compensates for the radius of the probe. Touch either radio button to
manually compensate.
NOTE: If the Height is incorrect (higher or lower) by the diameter of the probe, select a
manual compensation setting.
o Press the GREEN button again to unfreeze the HEIGHT display and continue.
3D Caliper > 3D Caliper Automatic Compensation
3D Caliper Automatic Compensation

The 3D Caliper command automatically compensates for the radius of the probe.
o You should always try to touch the surface with the probe pointing towards the
surface.

o Avoid the following positions.
3D Caliper > 3D Caliper Manual Compensation
3D Caliper Manual Compensation

You may set the 3D Caliper compensation to either manual setting, Towards the base face or Away from the base
face.
Figure 8-8 Base Face to Probe Height
o Manual compensation allows you to touch the surface in any position.

o Touch the AWAY FROM BASE radio button to manually compensate when the surface faces away from
the base face.
o Touch the TOWARDS THE BASE radio button to manually compensate when the surface faces the base
face.
3D Caliper > 3D Caliper Temporary Zero
3D Caliper Temporary Zero

You may set a temporary zero with the 3D Caliper.
1. Touch your part at the temporary zero height.

2. Press the GREEN button to freeze the display.
3. Press the RED button on the FARO Gage to set the temporary zero height.
Figure 8-10 Temporary Zero

4. Press the GREEN button to unfreeze the display.
5. Place the FARO Gage probe on your part. Look at the screen to see the height from the
base face to the probe, and the height from the temporary zero height to the probe.
Figure 8-11 Temporary Zero to Probe Height
NOTE: Pressing the GREEN button to freeze and unfreeze the display is optional.
Press and Hold the RED button to clear the temporary zero height. You may repeat these steps at another height
Gage Setup
Chapter 9: Gage Setup

The FARO Gage GAGE SETUP drawer contains all the commands to configure the hardware (arm), software, and
data of your FARO Gage system. The GAGE SETUP drawer is available in both Gage and Metrology modes.
Figure 9-1 FARO Gage Features drawer
Gage Setup > Probe Calibration
Probe Calibration
Use the PROBE CALIBRATION command to Calibrate the FARO Gage probe for proper measurement.
1. Touch the GAGE SETUP drawer in the Toolbox.

2. Touch the PROBE CALIBRATION command.
Figure 9-2 Probe Calibration command
In the PROBES dialog box you may:

o Select the current probe and view the calibration status.
o Create, Edit and Delete a probe.
o Calibrate the current probe.
o View the calibration log for the current probe.
Figure 9-3 Probes dialog box
The calibration status, and calibration date is displayed for every probe. The three standard probes for the FARO
Gage, 3mm Ball, 6mm Ball and Point are created by default. Each of these probes must be calibrated before you
begin measuring your parts.
Gage Setup > Probe Calibration > Edit Probe
Edit Probe
Click the EDIT button in the PROBES dialog box to modify the details of the current probe. Change any settings and
click the MODIFY button to continue.
Figure 9-4 Modify Probe dialog box
To create a new probe:
1. Enter a new Name for the probe.

2. Enter the diameter of the probe. Check the status bar at the bottom of your screen for the current units.
3. Select the AUXILIARY SWITCH check box, and enter a De-bounce time if necessary.
4. Select the GUIDANCE check box to use the guidance feature in single hole calibration. See Single Hole
Method - Guidance, and Single Hole Method.
5. Click the CREATE NEW button.
The new probe is now current and must be calibrated.
Gage Setup > Probe Calibration > Probe Calibration Overview
Probe Calibration Overview

Probe calibration is a localized process by which a measurement device is optimized to perform measurements
accurately.
To understand probe calibration, you must first understand the FARO Gage's reference system. The FARO Gage is
factory calibrated from the base to the last joint or axis, and the position of this joint is defined by the coordinate
system which originates at the base of the FARO Gage. The last axis of the FARO Gage has its own coordinate
system, and the location of the center of the ball probe is reported in the probe's coordinate system. After the probe's
coordinates are established, these are translated into FARO Gage coordinates and you are ready to start taking
measurements.
Measurement accuracy relies on probe calibration under optimal conditions. If the probe calibration is good,
measurements will be accurate. If the probe calibration is bad, measurements will not be as accurate. Proper
mounting and technique are critical calibration factors.
To optimize calibration and minimize stress-induced errors during this critical procedure, place the FARO Gage in a
single position in which the elbow joint remains relatively stationary without any obstructions or restrictions in
movement while the calibration is performed; do not flop the elbow joint during calibration. Only the last joint of the
FARO Gage must be exercised for the software to accurately calibrate the probe tip. Minimizing elbow joint
movement and focusing on the probe and last arm joint during calibration maximizes measurement accuracy.
Gage Setup > Probe Calibration > Calibrate Probe
Calibrate Probe
When changing the style or dimension of the probe at the end of the FARO Gage, it must be calibrated for the FARO
Gage to measure and function accurately. The probe is calibrated through an optimization procedure that requires
you to digitize points. The two methods of calibration are:
• Single Hole
• Sphere
Click either button to calibrate the current probe. The Single Hole Calibration method differs depending on whether
the GUIDANCE check box is selected or cleared. See Edit Probe.
NOTE: Six axis and Seven axis FARO Gages do not have different calibration procedures.
 See Single Hole Method - Guidance.
 See Single Hole Method.
 See Sphere Method.
Gage Setup > Probe Calibration > Calibrate Probe > Single Hole Method - Guidance
Single Hole Method - Guidance

The Single Hole calibration is performed using the FARO probe calibration cone. If the GUIDANCE check box is
selected for the current probe, use the following steps. See Edit Probe.
Figure 9-5 Single Hole Method
All of the points in this method will be collected by holding down the GREEN button. The FARO Gage will collect
points as fast as possible (“scanning”) until you release the GREEN button. You will collect 200 points in three
different positions.
1. Place the ball probe in the cone.
2. With the probe seated in the cone, move the handle down until the
shaft of the probe is parallel with the top of the cone.
o Look at the dialog box and move the handle until you reach
the starting position.
1. Press and hold the GREEN button. Sweep the handle up to the
vertical position, making sure to move in a straight line. Be sure that
the ball probe remains seated in the hole.
o Release the GREEN button to pause.

o Look at the dialog box to help you stay within the zone.
• Repeat the sweeping until all 200 points are digitized. Look at the
dialog box to help you digitize all of the points.
1. Rotate the Probe to the next position. Look at the dialog box and
move the handle until you reach the start of the next position.
o Repeat steps 1 to 4 and digitize 200 more points in this

position.
1. Rotate the Probe to the last position. Look at the dialog box and
move the handle until you reach the start of the next position.
o Repeat steps 1 to 4 and digitize 200 more points in this

position.
CAUTION: The probe must be well-seated in the hole when digitizing all calibration points. Even one or two
poorly digitized points significantly affects the optimization process, which then has an effect on the accuracy
of the FARO Gage.
The calibration points are then calculated and the probe Calibration Status is updated. If the probe passes, then the
current date and time is added to the probe information.
You may view the details for all of the calibrations of a probe by clicking the View Log button. See View Log.
Figure 9-6 Probes dialog box after successful calibration
Gage Setup > Probe Calibration > Calibrate Probe > Single Hole Method
Single Hole Method
The Single Hole calibration is performed using the FARO probe calibration cone, or a 5mm (¼") machine
drilled hole. The hole does not have to be exactly 5mm, but must be smaller than the probe’s diameter with a
smooth seat.
Figure 9-7 Single Hole Method
All of the points in this method will be collected by holding down the GREEN button. The FARO Gage will collect
points as fast as possible (“scanning”) until you release the GREEN button.
1. Place the ball probe in the hole. Start in a vertical position.

2. Press and hold the GREEN button. Sweep the handle down to to one of the horizontal positions.
Be sure that the ball probe remains seated in the hole.
3. Release the GREEN button and repeat for each position.
 Digitize points in the hole and sweep to position

#1

#2

#3
CAUTION: The probe must be well-seated in the hole when digitizing all calibration points.
Even one or two poorly digitized points significantly affects the optimization process, which
then has an effect on the accuracy of the FARO Gage.
Gage Setup > Probe Calibration > Calibrate Probe > Sphere Method
Sphere Method
The Sphere calibration is performed using any size precision sphere or tooling ball. The sphere should be at least
10mm (3/8") diameter or larger.
You will digitize 15 individual points in specific locations around the sphere by pressing the GREEN button for each.
See the Video
CAUTION: The ball probe must remain in contact with the sphere while digitizing points. Even one or two poorly
digitized points significantly affects the optimization process, which then has an effect on the accuracy of the FARO
Gage.
• Digitize five points around the top of the sphere with the probe pointing in
position #1.
• Digitize five points around the front of the sphere with the probe pointing
in position #2.
• Digitize five points around the side of the sphere with the probe pointing
in position #3.
Figure 9-9 Sphere Method
Gage Setup > Probe Calibration > View Log
View Log
The Calibration Log dialog displays the calibration history of the current probe. Any previous calibration may be set
to active or deleted. You may also select the calibrations and copy it to the windows clipboard.
Figure 9-11 Calibration Log dialog box
Gage Setup > Software
Software
Use the SOFTWARE command to Set the Units, Tolerance, Report features for your FARO Gage system.

2. Touch the SOFTWARE command.
Figure 9-12 Software command

4. GENERAL tab
Figure 9-13 General tab
o Touch a default startup unit for the FARO Gage system.
o Enter the Default Tolerance.
5. NUMBER OF POINTS tab - Metrology mode only.
Figure 9-14 Number of Points tab

o Enter the Minimum and Maximum number of measurement points for each feature type. Touch the
DEFAULT button to restore the factory defaults.
6. TOOL INFO tab

Figure 9-15 Tool Info tab
o Enter a Creator, Tool Name, Revision Number, and Description. This is the default information for
each Custom Tool you save.
7. PICTURE tab

o Touch a picture from the list. This is the default information for each Custom Tool you save.
8. REPORTS tab
o Choose if Header information will display for editing before any Report command.
o Enter the Default Serial Number Template.
 You may change the first two default characters (SN), in the Part Serial Pattern field to an
unlimited amount of letters, and also add an unlimited amount of letters after the
placeholder digits.
 The number of placeholder digits (####) can be adjusted depending how many parts you
estimate that you might measure. An example of Serial Numbers would be a set that
begins at 0001 and include numbers 0026, 0355, 4358, etc., all the way to 9999. These
represent the four pound sign (####) placeholders. So, if you know that you will be
measuring more than 10,000 parts, or less than 1000 parts, you add or remove a pound
(#) sign placeholder to represent that fifth or third digit.
o Touch a picture from the list. This is the picture for the right side of the report header. See Tabular.
Gage Setup > Hardware
Hardware
Use the HARDWARE command to Set the hardware parameters for your FARO Gage system.

2. Touch the HARDWARE command.
Figure 9-18 Hardware command
In the HARDWARE CONFIGURATION dialog box you may:
o View the current information about the FARO Gage.

o Set the Arm Trigger mode.
o Enable/disable Stress Stops.
o Set the arm-controlled mouse settings.
Click OK to accept the changes. Click the CANCEL button to discard any changes and exit the command.
Figure 9-19 Hardware Configuration dialog box
ARM-CONTROLLED MOUSE: The movement of the mouse cursor can be switched as it relates to the movement of the
probe.
There are three options for the RED button. These options are ignored during a measure command.
TRACKING SPEED: The speed of the cursor is adjusted using the Tracking Speed Slider.
Gage Setup > Backup/Restore
Backup/Restore
Use the Backup/Restore command to backup and restore tools and data. The Backup and Restore command saves
all your tools and data to a file, or restores the saved information to your computer.
Backup your tools and data often so that you can quickly restore them if there is a problem with your computer. Store
the disk or CD with the backup file in a safe place and away from the computer.

2. Touch the BACKUP AND RESTORE command.
Figure 9-20 Backup and Restore command

4. DATA BACKUP AND RESTORE tab.
Figure 9-21 Data Backup and Restore tab
To Backup your system:
• Touch TOOLS and DATA check boxes to backup the entire system to a single backup file.
NOTE: You may backup Tools or Data individually.
• Touch the CHANGE button to select the backup path. This is the location where the Backup/Restore file is
saved. You should choose an external media that can be stored in a safe place.
• Touch the BACKUP NOW button. The Tools and/or Data will be collected and saved as a single file.
To Restore your system:
• Touch TOOLS and DATA check boxes to restore the entire system from a single backup file.
• Touch the CHANGE button to select the backup path. This is the location of an existing Backup/Restore
file.
• Touch the RESTORE NOW button. The Tools and/or Data will be individually copied back to the computer.
Gage Setup > Alignment Load
Alignment Load
Use the Alignment Load command to load and build the alignment for your part. The Load command loads and
builds the alignment from a previously saved file on your computer.

2. Touch the LOAD command.
Figure 9-22 Alignment Load command

4. LABEL tab.
Figure 9-23 Alignment Load label
To Load an Alignment:
• Choose a previously saved alignment file.

• Touch OK.
Figure 9-24 Alignment icon
NOTE: The Alignment tool icon changes to show that the current alignment is built from a previously
saved file.
Gage Setup > Alignment Save
Alignment Save
Use the Alignment Save command to save the alignment for your part. The Save command saves the alignment to a
file on your computer.

2. Touch the SAVE command.
Figure 9-25 Save Alignment command

4. LABEL tab.
Figure 9-26 Alignment Save label
To Save an Alignment:
• Enter a file name for the alignment.

• Touch OK.
Operational Concepts
Chapter 10: Operational Concepts

This chapter describes some glossary terms, definitions, and specifics on tolerances in FARO Gage.
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions
Glossary and Definitions

This section describes the glossary terms and definitions used in this manual.
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Arc
Best Fit Arc
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Hole
Best Fit Hole
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Cone
Best Fit Cone
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Cylinder
Best Fit Cylinder
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Ellipse
Best Fit Ellipse
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Edge
Best Fit Edge
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Face
Best Fit Face
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Point
Best Fit Point
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Rectangular Slot
Best Fit Rectangular Slot
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Round Slot
Best Fit Round Slot
Operational Concepts > Glossary and Definitions > Best Fit Sphere
Best Fit Sphere
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances
GD&T Tolerances
The following are examples of the Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for measured circles, which show the
Maximum Material Condition (MMC) and the Regardless of Feature Size (RFS) options. For more information on
GD&T Tolerancing, refer to GEO METRICS III - The Application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Techniques, by Lowell W. Foster, and published by Addison-Wesley Publishing Company Inc.
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances > Circularity
Circularity
Circularity measures the form deviation of a hole.
In this example, the circle is measured with seven points. The Circularity calculation is the Maximum distance plus
the Minimum distance.
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances > Flatness
Flatness
Flatness measures the form deviation of a face.

In this example, the face is measured with seven points. The Flatness calculation is the Maximum distance plus the
Minimum distance.
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances > Straightness
Straightness
Straightness measures the form deviation of an edge.
In this example, the edge is measured with seven points. The Straightness calculation is the Maximum distance plus
the Minimum distance.
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances > Concentricity
Concentricity
Concentricity measures how well a cylinder (line) fits inside of another cylinder (line).
The center line of the measured cylinder is compared to the center line of the datum cylinder. The center line of the
measured cylinder must be inside the tolerance zone. Concentricity is always RFS (Regardless of Feature Size) for
the diameter of the cylinder. However, the measured length of the cylinder is critical in the calculation.
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances > Parallelism
Parallelism
Parallelism measures the condition of a face that is equal in distance at all points from the datum face.
The measured face, edge, or cylinder, is compared to the datum face, edge, or cylinder. The measured feature must
be inside the tolerance zone. The measured length of the feature is critical in the calculation.
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances > Perpendicularity
Perpendicularity
Perpendicularity measures the condition of a face at a right angle (90 degrees) to a datum face.
The measured face, edge, or cylinder, is compared to the datum face, edge, or cylinder. The measured feature must
be inside the tolerance zone. The measured length of the feature is critical in the calculation.
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances > RFS and MMC for a Measured Hole
RFS and MMC for a Measured Hole

Measured Nominal +Tol. -Tol. Deviation Out of Tol.
X: 0.100 0.000 +0.010 -0.010 0.100 0.090
Y: 0.000 0.000 +0.010 -0.010 0.000 *****
Z: 0.000 0.000 +0.010 -0.010 0.000 *****
Diam: 1.050 1.000 +0.010 -0.010 0.050 0.040
1 3
RFS: 0.200 +0.020 0.200 0.1805
MMC: 0.2002 +0.0404 0.200 0.1606
Bonus is at its maximum: 0.020
1. Measured RFS = twice the 2D distance between the Nominal and Measured points.
2. Measured MMC = twice the 2D distance between the Nominal and Measured points.
 HOLE: The MMC bonus is the difference between the measured diameter and the
minimum limit, not to exceed total size of the tolerance band. There is no bonus if the part
is smaller than the maximum limit.
 SHAFT: The MMC bonus is the difference between the measured diameter and the
maximum limit, not to exceed total size of the tolerance band. There is no bonus if the
part is larger than the maximum limit.
3. “+Tol” of RFS = Entered by operator.
4. “+Tol” of MMC = “+Tol” of RFS + Bonus.
5. “Out of tolerance” of RFS = Measured RFS minus the RFS tolerance.
6. “Out of tolerance” of MMC = Measured MMC minus the MMC tolerance.
Operational Concepts > GD&T Tolerances > RFS and MMC for a Measured Shaft
RFS and MMC for a Measured Shaft

Measured Nominal +Tol. -Tol. Deviation Out of Tol.
X: 0.016 0.000 +0.010 -0.010 0.016 0.006
Y: 0.000 0.000 +0.010 -0.010 0.000 *****
Z: 0.000 0.000 +0.010 -0.010 0.000 *****
Diam: 1.002 1.000 +0.010 -0.010 0.002 *****
1 3
RFS: 0.032 +0.020 0.032 0.0125
MMC: 0.0322 +0.0204 0.032 0.0046
Bonus = 0.008
1. Measured RFS = twice the 2D distance between the Nominal and Measured points.
2. Measured MMC = twice the 2D distance between the Nominal and Measured points.
 HOLE: The MMC bonus is the difference between the measured diameter and the
minimum limit, not to exceed total size of the tolerance band. There is no bonus if the part
is smaller than the maximum limit.
 SHAFT: The MMC bonus is the difference between the measured diameter and the
maximum limit, not to exceed total size of the tolerance band. There is no bonus if the
part is larger than the maximum limit.
3. “+Tol” of RFS = Entered by operator.
4. “+Tol” of MMC = “+Tol” of RFS + Bonus.
5. “Out of tolerance” of RFS = Measured RFS minus the RFS tolerance.
6. “Out of tolerance” of MMC = Measured MMC minus the MMC tolerance.
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which event the Purchaser agrees that any down-payment or deposit shall be forfeited to FARO, as
liquidated damages and not as a penalty, and all costs incurred by FARO in connection with the removal and
subsequent transportation of the Product shall be payable by the Purchaser upon written demand;
b) the right to enter the Purchaser’s premises and remove any Software, components of the Product or other
items necessary in order to render the Product inoperative;
c) the right to withhold all services which would otherwise be required to be provided by FARO pursuant to
the Warranties set out in Section 4.00 Warranties and Limitation of Liability hereof;
d) terminate any existing software license agreement and
e) pursue any other available remedy, including suing to collect any remaining balance of the purchase price
(i.e., accelerate the payment of the purchase price causing the entire balance to immediately become due
and payable in full).
f) Customer will be charged a 20% restocking fee for refusal to accept equipment as delivered. Equipment
must returned unopened within 10 business days of receipt at customer facility.
1.04 If Purchaser fails to make payment(s) in accordance with the terms of this Order, the Purchaser’s Products may
be rendered inoperable until such payment terms are met.
No waiver by FARO of its rights under these conditions shall be deemed to constitute a waiver of subsequent
breaches or defaults by the Purchaser. In the event more than one Product is being purchased pursuant to the
Order, unless otherwise set forth herein, each payment received by FARO from Purchaser shall be applied pro rata
against the cost of each product rather than being applied to the purchase price of any product.
2.00 Delivery and Transportation
2.01 Delivery dates are estimates and not guarantees, and are based upon conditions at the time such estimate is
given.
2.02 FARO shall not be liable for any loss or damage, whether direct, indirect or consequential, resulting from late
delivery of the Product. The Purchaser’s sole remedy, if the Product is not delivered within 90 days of the estimated
delivery date, shall be to cancel the Order and to recover from FARO without interest or penalty, the amount of the
down-payment or deposit and any other part of the purchase price which has been paid by the Purchaser.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, such right of cancellation shall not extend to situations where late delivery is
occasioned by causes beyond FARO’s control, including, without limitation, compliance with any rules, regulations,
orders or instructions of any federal, state, county, municipal or other government or any department or agency
thereof, force majuere, acts or omissions of the Purchaser, acts of civil or military authorities, embargoes, war or
insurrection, labor interruption through strike or walkout, transportation delays and other inability resulting from
causes beyond FARO’s control to obtain necessary labor, manufacturing facilities or materials from its usual
sources. Any delays resulting from such causes shall extend estimated delivery dates by the length of such delay.
2.03 Responsibility for all costs and risks in any way connected with the storage, transportation and installation of the
Product shall be borne entirely by the Purchaser. If any disagreement arises as to whether or not damage to the
Product was in fact caused in storage, transit or on installation, the opinion of FARO’s technical advisors, acting
reasonably, shall be conclusive.
3.00 Installation and Operator Training
3.01 The Purchaser shall be responsible for installation of the Product, including, without limitation, the preparation
of its premises, the uncrating of the Product and setting up of the Product for operation. Purchaser may elect to order
contract services from FARO to perform this service should they elect to do so.
4.00 Warranties and Limitation of Liability
4.01 FARO warrants that (subject to Section 4.06), the Product shall be free from defects in workmanship or material
affecting the fitness of the Product for its usual purpose under normal conditions of use, service and maintenance. A
complete statement of FARO’s maintenance/warranty service is set forth in Appendix B: Purchase Conditions.
4.02 FARO warrants that the Software shall operate according to specifications and the System shall operate and
perform in the manner contemplated in connection with the usual purpose for which it is designed.
4.03 The maintenance/warranty set out in paragraphs 4.01 shall expire at the end of the twelve (12) month period
commencing on the date of shipment from the FARO factory (the “Maintenance/Warranty Period”).
4.04 Subject to the limitations contained in Section 4.06, the Warranties shall apply to any defects found by the
Purchaser in the operation of the FARO Laser Tracker and reported to FARO within the Maintenance/Warranty
Period. If the FARO Laser Tracker or the Software is found by FARO, acting reasonably, to be defective, and if the
defect is acknowledged by FARO to be the result of FARO’s faulty material or workmanship, the FARO Laser
Tracker will be repaired or adjusted to the extent found by FARO to be necessary or at the option of FARO, replaced
with a new FARO Laser Tracker or parts thereof at no cost to the Purchaser.
4.05 Claims under the Warranties shall be made by delivering written notice to FARO of the defect in the System,
the FARO Laser Tracker. Within a reasonable time of receipt of such notice, FARO shall have the System and
FARO Laser Tracker diagnosed by its service personnel, and maintenance/warranty service will be provided at no
cost to the Purchaser if the System and FARO Laser Tracker is found by FARO to be defective within the meaning of
this Section.
(If, in the reasonable opinion of FARO after diagnosis of the system and the FARO Laser Tracker are not defective,
the Purchaser shall pay the cost of service, which shall be the amount that FARO would otherwise charge for an
evaluation under a non-warranty service evaluation.
4.06 The Warranties do not apply to:
a) Any defects in any component of a System where, if in the reasonable opinion of FARO, the FARO Laser
Tracker, Software or System has been improperly stored, installed, operated, or maintained, or if Purchaser
has permitted unauthorized modifications, additions, adjustments and/or repair to any hard drive structure or
content, or any other part of the System, or which might affect the System, or defects caused or repairs
required as a result of causes external to FARO workmanship or the materials used by FARO. As used
herein, “unauthorized” means that which has not been approved and permitted by FARO.
b) The Warranties shall not cover replacement of expendable items, including, but not limited to, fuses,
diskettes, printer paper, printer ink, printing heads, disk cleaning materials, or similar items.
c) The Warranties shall not cover minor preventive and corrective maintenance, including, but not limited to,
replacement of fuses, disk drive head cleaning, fan filter cleaning and system clock battery replacement.
d) Any equipment or its components which was sold or transferred to any party other than the original
Purchaser without the expressed written consent of FARO.
4.07 Factory Repairs
a) IF SYSTEM IS UNDER MAINTANENCE/WARRANTY: The Purchaser agrees to ship the Product to FARO
in the original packing containers. FARO will return the repaired or replacement Product. FARO will incur the
expense of the needed part and all return shipping charges to the Purchaser. FARO may authorize the
manufacturer of a component of the Product to perform the service.
b) IF SYSTEM IS UNDER PREMIUM SERVICE PLAN: When practical and subject to availability, FARO will
make available to the Purchaser substitute component parts or FARO Laser Tracker’s (“Temporary
Replacements”) while corresponding parts of the Purchaser’s system or FARO Laser Tracker are undergoing
repair at FARO’s factory. Shipping charges for these “Temporary Replacement” parts or FARO Laser
Tracker’s will be the responsibility of FARO.
c) IF SYSTEM IS NOT UNDER MAINTANENCE/WARRANTY: The Purchaser is responsible for the cost of
the replacement part or software, and all shipping charges. All charges shall be estimated and prepaid prior
to commencement of repairs.
4.08 Nothing herein contained shall be construed as obligating FARO to make service, parts, or repairs for any
product available after the expiration of the Maintenance/Warranty Period.
4.09 Limitation of Liability
FARO shall not be responsible under any circumstances for special, incidental or consequential damages, including,
but not limited to, injury to or death of any operator or other person, damage or loss resulting from inability to use the
System, increased operating costs, loss of production, loss of anticipated profits, damage to property, or other
special, incidental or consequential damages of any nature arising from any cause whatsoever whether based in
contract, tort (including negligence), or any other theory of law. FARO’s only liability hereunder, arising from any
cause whatsoever, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence) or any other theory of law, consists of the
obligation to repair or replace defective components in the System or FARO Laser Tracker subject to the limitations
set out above in this section.
This disclaimer of liability for consequential damage extends to any such special, incidental or consequential
damages which may be suffered by third parties, either caused directly or indirectly resulting from test results or data
produced by the system or any component thereof and the Purchaser agrees to indemnify and save FARO harmless
from any such claims made by third parties.
4.10 The foregoing shall be FARO’s sole and exclusive liability and the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy with
respect to the system.
THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF FARO UNDER THE WARRANTIES IS STATED HEREIN AND FARO SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, WHETHER THE CLAIM IS
FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES HEREIN STATED, FARO DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES
INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
4.11 FARO does not authorize any person (whether natural or corporate) to assume for FARO any liability in
connection with or with respect to the Products. No agent or employee of FARO has any authority to make any
representation or promise on behalf of FARO, except as expressly set forth herein, or to modify the terms or
limitations of the Warranties. Verbal statements are not binding upon FARO.
4.12 The Maintenance/Warranties extend only to the Purchaser and are transferable, only under the following
conditions:
o The FARO Laser Tracker is currently under maintenance/warranty.

o New owner is, or becomes, a certified user.
o A FARO maintenance/warranty transfer form is completed, and submitted to Customer Service.
All claims under the Warranties must originate with the Purchaser, or any subsequent owner, and the Purchaser will
indemnify and save FARO harmless from any claims for breach of warranty asserted against FARO by any third
party.
4.13 Oral representations of FARO or its sales representatives, officers, employees or agents cannot be relied upon
as correctly stating the representations of FARO in connection with the system. Refer to this purchase order, any
exhibits hereto and any written materials supplied by FARO for correct representations.
4.14 PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IT HAS PURCHASED THE SYSTEM BASED UPON ITS OWN
KNOWLEDGE OF THE USES TO WHICH THE SYSTEM WILL BE PUT. FARO SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY
WARRANTY OR LIABILITY RELATED TO THE FITNESS OF THE SYSTEM FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR ARISING FROM THE INABILITY OF THE PURCHASER TO USE THE SYSTEM FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
5.00 Design Changes
5.01 The FARO Laser Tracker, the Software and the System are subject to changes in design, manufacture and
programming between the date of order and the actual delivery date. FARO reserves the right to implement such
changes without the Purchaser’s consent, however, nothing contained herein shall be construed as obligating FARO
to include such changes in the FARO Laser Tracker, Software or System provided to the Purchaser.
6.00 Non-Disclosure
6.01 All Software including, without limitation, the Operating System Program and any FARO special user programs,
provided to the Purchaser as part of the system, either at the time of or subsequent to the delivery of the FARO
Laser Tracker, is the intellectual property of FARO. The Purchaser shall not reproduce or duplicate, disassemble,
decompile, reverse engineer, sell, transfer or assign, in any manner the Software or permit access to or use thereof
by any third party. The Purchaser shall forthwith execute any further assurances in the form of non-disclosure or
licensing agreements which may reasonably be required by FARO in connection with the software.
7.00 Entire Agreement / Governing Law / Miscellaneous / Guarantee
7.01 These Purchase conditions constitute the entire agreement between FARO and the Purchaser in respect to the
Product. There are no representations or warranties by FARO, express or implied, except for those herein contained
and these conditions supersede and replace any prior agreements between FARO and the Purchaser.
7.02 No representative of FARO has any authority to modify, alter, delete or add to any of the terms or conditions
hereof. Any such modifications shall be absolutely void unless made by instrument in writing properly executed by an
actual authorized employee or agent of FARO.
7.03 The terms and conditions hereof shall be binding upon FARO and the Purchaser, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States of America.
7.04 FARO shall be entitled to recover all of its reasonable fees and costs including, but not limited to, its reasonable
attorney’s fees incurred by FARO in connection with any dispute or litigation arising thereunder or in connection
herewith, including appeals and bankruptcy or creditor reorganization proceeds.
7.05 These conditions shall not be construed more strictly against one party than another as a result of one party
having drafted said instrument.
8.00 Definitions
8.01 “FARO” means FARO Technologies, Inc.
8.02 “Purchaser” means the party buying the Product and who is legally obligated hereunder.
8.03 “Software” means all computer programs, disk drive directory organization and content, including the computer
media containing such computer programs and disk drive directory organization and content, sold pursuant to the
Order.
8.04 “Product” means the FARO Laser Tracker, the Software, operating manuals and any other product or
merchandise sold pursuant to the Order. If the Purchaser is buying only a FARO Laser Tracker, or the Software,
Product will mean the product being purchased by the Purchaser pursuant to the Order.
8.05 “System” means a combination of the FARO Laser Tracker, the Software, the Computer, and optional parts and
accessories associated with the FARO Laser Tracker.
8.06 “Certified user” means any person who has completed and passed the a written exam issued by FARO. The
exam is available upon request.
8.07 “Purchase Order” means the original document issued from the Purchaser to FARO, listing all parts and/or
services to be purchased and the agreed purchase price.
8.08 “Maintenance/Warranty Transfer Form” means a document to be completed for the transfer of the FARO
Maintenance/Warranty. This document is available from FARO upon request.
Industrial Products Service Policy > FARO Laser Tracker Repair Fee Schedule > Repair Times
Appendix C: Industrial Products Service Policy

A one-year maintenance/warranty comes with the purchase of new FARO manufactured hardware products.
Supplemental Service Plans are also available at additional cost. See Appendix D: Industrial Service Policy for
further details.
FARO Hardware under Maintenance/Warranty

The following is a summary of what services can be obtained under the original warranty or Supplemental Service
Plan.
1. Factory repairs on FARO-manufactured hardware products.

2. Factory repairs are targeted for completion within 7 (FaroArms) or 14 (FARO Laser Trackers and Laser
Scanners) working days of FARO’s receipt of the defective item. The customer is responsible for returning
the hardware to FARO in the original packing container or custom case.
3. FARO will return the hardware via 2-day air service to the Continental U.S. Outside the Continental U.S.,
FARO will return the hardware to the customs broker via 2-day air service. Expedited service can be
arranged at the customer’s expense.
4. Upon expiration of original warranty a Supplemental Service Plan may be purchased and can be renewed
annually on
FARO-manufactured hardware products.
5. All Supplemental Service Plans will be due for renewal at the end of the month in which the Service Plan or
warranty was purchase, plus 12 months.
6. The original warranty and Supplemental Service Plan are transferable to subsequent owners under certain
conditions:
o The FARO Laser Tracker is currently under the original warranty and Supplemental Service Plan.
o New owner is, or becomes, a certified user.
o A FARO Transfer of Original Warranty or Service Plan Agreement form is completed and
submitted to Customer Service.
FARO Hardware NOT under Maintenance/Warranty

Factory assessments and repairs on FARO-manufactured products will follow the following procedure:
1. The customer obtains a service number from FARO’s Customer Service Department.
2. The customer sends the part to FARO with the service number on the label along with payment or a
corporate purchase order for system testing and evaluation, which includes calibration and recertification.
3. The payment will be applied toward the total service cost beyond the initial payment. The estimate repair
cost will be given to the customer prior to the repair. The total cost must be paid prior to beginning the
service.
4. System testing and evaluation can take up to 30 days. FARO- manufactured part repairs can take up to 60
days. However, the part will be scheduled for service as soon as it arrives at FARO’s factory.
5. The customer is responsible for all shipping charges to and from FARO, including import and export fees for
international customers.
FARO Software
All FARO Software users will receive maintenance releases until the end of life for the version at no charge
electronically or at a minimal fee for the computer media package. All enhancement and functionality upgrades will
be available for purchase upon release.
Hardware & Software Training

FARO’s training program is designed to instruct trainees in the operation of FARO’s hardware and software, which
the customer has purchased. The training classes are set up for each trainee to obtain valuable hands on application
exposure. This will help the trainees in their everyday use of the hardware and software. FARO also feels that once
the trainee completes the training, finding solutions to problems or applying applications will be simpler. Details are
as follows:
1. The training class will prepare attendees to successfully attain an operators certification (see Certification
Requirements section for more details).
2. The fee schedules for advanced additional training courses can be obtained from Customer Service, or the
Sales department.
Certification Requirements
The FARO Laser Tracker operator’s inherent ability to understand 3D concepts may be in their background training.
However, the precision with which the operator performs 3D measurements with the FARO Laser Tracker is critical
in establishing the accuracy and repeatability of the results of subsequent measurements.
In order to establish the proficiency of FARO Laser Tracker operators, FARO has instituted an Operator Certification
program, where each operator’s knowledge and understanding of the FARO Laser Tracker is evaluated. The
successful operator is awarded a certificate which identifies him/her as an accredited FARO Laser Tracker operator.
The requirements are as follows:
1. Attend a FARO-conducted basic training course, either at a FARO Facility or on site at your facility.
2. Certification will be awarded once the class has been completed, and then the certified user will be
registered for hardware and software support.
To certify an operator, call FARO’s Training Department, 800.736.0234 (North America), +1 407.333.9911
(Worldwide), for updated information.
FARO Laser Tracker Repair Fee Schedule

(Out of Maintenance/Warranty Owners Only!)
System Testing and Evaluation Fee - Contact your local FARO Service Center for pricing.
A fee is charged for any system testing and evaluation. This includes system diagnosis, calibration and/or
recertification, and applies to all FARO Laser Tracker’s. However, this fee does not include disassembly/repair costs
if required. An estimated cost for disassembly/repair will be given to the customer prior to the repair. The
disassembly/repair charges must be paid in full prior to the actual disassembly/repair. However, if no repairs are
needed the fee will be applied to the cost of system testing and evaluation. All evaluations contain a recertification.
Re-certification will be performed on an “as needed” basis.
Contact your local FARO Service Center for the current system testing and evaluation fee pricing.
Repair Times
Calibration and/or Recertification Only - Can take up to 14 days to complete.
Disassembly and Repair - Can take up to 60 days to complete. This time is dependent on the supply of purchased
components.
*Includes Calibration and Recertification
Transfer of Original Warranty or Service Plan

Agreement
_________________________________________________________
(Seller’s Corporate or Individual Name as Applicable),
hereby waives all rights under the warranty service policy for
FARO Laser Tracker Serial Number_____________________________________
CAM2 Port Lock Number __________________
purchased originally on ______________________(Date).
_________________________________________________________
(BUYER’S CORPORATE OR INDIVIDUAL NAME AS APPLICABLE),
hereby assumes all rights and obligations of the Hardware and/or Software Warranty Service Policy from
__________________ (Date of Transfer).
This transfer is only valid under the following conditions.
1. The FARO Laser Tracker is currently under maintenance/warranty

2. New owner is, or becomes, a certified user.
3. This maintenance/warranty transfer form is completed and submitted to Customer Service.

AGREED
________________________________ ________________________________
(PRINT Seller’s Corporate or Individual Name as Applicable) (PRINT Seller’s Corporate or Individual Name as
BY x___________________________ Applicable)
(PRINT NAME OF SIGNATORY) BY x___________________________
(PRINT NAME OF SIGNATORY)
FARO Technologies Inc.
Approved by x _________________________________
_________________________________
(PRINT NAME OF SIGNATORY)
Industrial Service Policy > Premium Service Plans
Appendix D: Industrial Service Policy

This Service Plan (hereafter, the “Plan”) is part of the Operating Manual for the FARO manufactured product
purchased from FARO TECHNOLOGIES INC. (hereafter, “FARO”). The Plan and all of the optional additions, are
subject to the conditions in Appendices A, B, & C, and are subject to change. This appendix refers to FARO’s
service plans as written in the sales advertising literature, and is meant to provide additional details that the literature
does not permit.
1.00 The purchase of the Plan shall occur with the purchase of the FARO products.
1.01 The plan shall apply to systems exclusively created or authored by FARO.
1.02 The plan shall include FARO product hardware only, and can not be extended or transferred through the sale of
any part of the system to a third party unless the entire system has been sold or transferred.
1.03 The plan shall not cover Hardware or Software which has been subjected to misuse or intentional damage.
FARO reserves the right to determine the condition of all returned Hardware and/or Software.
1.04 FARO shall determine the service method and contractor to service/repair all hardware which is not directly
manufactured by FARO. All outside contractor terms and conditions are available from FARO and are incorporated
herein by reference.
1.05 FARO shall not be responsible for any non FARO authored software which inhibits the operation of the system.
Furthermore the plan will not cover the re-installation of any software.
1.06 The Hardware and Software are subject to changes in design, manufacture, and programming. All updates are
as follows:
a) Hardware - The FARO Laser Tracker and all of the associated optional parts, and the Computer are not
subject to updates.
b) Software - All computer programs, authored by FARO, which are used in conjunction with the FARO
provided Hardware, will be updated (maintenance upgrades) for the life of the Purchaser’s current version.
All enhancement and functionality upgrades must be purchased.
c) 3rd Party Software - All computer programs, non authored by FARO, will not be updated under the Plan.
The purchaser is responsible for the acquisition of all 3rd party software updates and warranty service or
claims.
2.00 Definitions
2.01 “FARO” means FARO Technologies, Inc.
2.02 “Purchaser” means the party buying the Product and who is legally obligated hereunder.
2.03 “Software” means all computer programs, disk drive directory organization and content, including the diskettes
containing such computer programs and disk drive directory organization and content, sold pursuant to the Order.
2.04 “Product” means the FARO Laser Tracker, the Software, operating manuals and any other product or
merchandise sold pursuant to the Order. If the Purchaser is buying only a FARO Laser Tracker, or the Software,
Product will mean the product being purchased by the Purchaser pursuant to the Order.
2.05 “System” means a combination of the FARO Laser Tracker, the Software, the Computer, and optional parts
associated with the FARO Laser Tracker.
2.06 “Hardware” means the FARO Laser Tracker and all of the associated optional parts, and the Computer if
provided by FARO.
2.07 “Software” means all computer programs, authored by FARO, which are used in conjunction with the FARO
provided Hardware.
The following is a layman’s definition of the coverage.
Standard Service Plans

All shipping times below are to destinations within the Continental United States. Outside the Continental U.S.,
FARO will ship equipment directly to the customs broker.
• Standard Service Plans are contracted at time of purchase or at any time while a unit is covered by a FARO
hardware service plan (as described in more detail later).
• The Standard Service Plan covers the FARO Laser Tracker and controller box.
• Shipping costs, including insurance from the Purchaser to FARO are the responsibility of the Purchaser.
FARO will be responsible for all return shipping costs including insurance.
• All reasonable efforts will be made to keep the service repair time within 7 (FaroArm) or 14 (FARO Laser
Tracker and Laser Scanner) working days. The equipment will be returned via 2-Day air service, therefore,
total service repair time will vary due to return shipping location.
• Since the FARO Laser Tracker is designed to be used with many other software packages not authored by
FARO. This service plan can be purchased in its entirety to cover only FARO produced or authored
products. For items not produced or authored by FARO, the customer is responsible for securing their own
separate warranty or service plan coverage.
Hardware Coverage
FARO Laser Tracker
Covered
• All parts and labor for FARO Laser Trackers failing under normal use as described in Appendix B.
• Annual recertification and 15-point annual checkup of the FARO Laser Tracker.
Not Covered
• Misuse
• Intentional damage
• Wear and tear of probes, ball bars, auxiliary hardware products such as cables, wrenches, hex keys,
screwdrivers, etc.
Computer
Covered
• FARO contracts with 3rd party service providers for this service for up to 3 years. The terms and conditions
of FARO’s contract with the provider apply herein and are incorporated herein by reference.
• Typically, these services include repair of the computer, memory cards, and video monitors.
Not Covered
• All exclusions contained in the 3rd party service providers policy which is incorporated herein by reference.
• Software operating system installation.
• User intentional or unintentional removal of key software property or files.
Software Coverage
Covered
• Periodically, FARO Technologies may release maintenance updates of its proprietary software. This will be
supported through the life of the product version. All enhancement and functionality upgrades will be
available in the next full version for a fee.
Not Covered
• End users are responsible for the procuring and installation of 3rd party authored or S/W updates as
required to use with FARO authored software products, unless FARO Technologies resold these packages
to the end user as an authorized reseller. Examples of 3rd party authored S/W are: DOS, Windows,
AutoCAD, AutoSurf, SurfCAM and others.
Premium Service Plans

The Premium Service Plans additionally provide loaner FARO Laser Trackers and Computers when service is
required. All equipment shipping costs are paid for by FARO (both ways). FARO will make its best effort to ship all
loaner FARO Laser Trackers within 24 hours of the receipt of the purchasers request, once the need for a service
has been verified by FARO. FARO will make its best effort to ship all loaner computers within 72 hours of the receipt
of the purchasers request.
Introducción al calibrador de FARO

______________________________________ Capítulo 1: Introducción al
calibrador de FARO Gracias por elegir el sistema de medida portable de FARO -
el calibrador de FARO. Esta introducción contiene instrucciones detalladas en
cómo utilizar su soporte físico, computadora, y software del calibrador de FARO.
Si usted tiene cualesquiera preguntas o necesita otras instrucciones sobre
cualquier procedimiento, entre en contacto con su representante del servicio de
atención al cliente en 800.736.2771 (Norteamérica), +1 407.333.3182 (por todo
el mundo), o el FAX +1 407.333.8056. Usted puede también alcanzar al grupo
de los usos y del entrenamiento del servicio de atención al cliente vía email de
Internet en las direcciones siguientes: o support@faro.com o
applications@faro.com o training@faro.com Visite el área del servicio de
atención al cliente de FARO en el Web en www.faro.com para buscar nuestra
base de datos del soporte técnico. La base de datos está disponible 24 horas al
día, 7 días a la semana, y contiene centenares de soluciones al producto y a las
preguntas del uso. Tenga su número de orden del número de serie del
calibrador de FARO y de cliente de FARO disponible antes de conectar con el
sitio. Abajo enumeran a algunas convenciones visuales y tipográficas usadas en
cada uno de las secciones. TODO EL texto CAPITAL Indica nombres de
directorio, nombres de menú, los botones, las lengüetas, los nombres
dominantes, las siglas, y los modos. texto del monospaced Indica caracteres
alfa/numéricos o valores que usted incorpora en un campo en la pantalla. Por
ejemplo, “tipo 0.005 para el ajuste de la tolerancia.” texto en negrilla Cualquier
cosa que usted debe incorporar exactamente mientras que aparece en su
teclado. Por ejemplo, mecanografiar a: instale, usted vería el texto en negrita
exactamente como debe ser incorporada. Texto de los PEQUEÑOS
CASQUILLOS Indica la caja de diálogo, nombres del icono, y nombres de la
ventana. Usted puede también ver algunas nuevas palabras. Es importante que
usted entiende el significado de estas palabras antes de proceder. convierta a
digital Para registrar los coordenadas de XYZ de un punto o de una localización
en el espacio 3D. La palabra convierte a digital es igual que la medida del
término al referir a puntos. elija o seleccione Significa que usted está iniciando
una acción. Por ejemplo, “elija una cara para el agujero.” tacto Usando su dedo,
la aguja de las computadoras, o las computadoras encierran, presiona la
pantalla en un área específica. Por ejemplo, “toque el cajón de las herramientas
en la caja de herramientas.” NOTA: Para las computadoras sin los monitores de
la pantalla táctil, señale al artículo y presione el botón de ratón izquierdo. fricción
Usando su dedo, la aguja de las computadoras, o las computadoras encierran,
presionan y se mueven a través de la pantalla. Lance su dedo, la aguja, de la
pluma al final. Esta palabra es de uso frecuente al cambiar el tamaño de una
ventana o de una barra de herramientas. Introducción al > del calibrador de
FARO; Información de carácter general
______________________________________ Información de carácter general
El calibrador de FARO es un múltiple-eje, brazo articulado con un volumen de
funcionamiento esférico. Cada empalme tiene un codificador rotatorio. Las
señales de estos codificadores se procesan y los datos posicionales enviados
con las comunicaciones del USB cablegrafían a la computadora. Introducción al
> del calibrador de FARO; Precauciones
______________________________________ Precauciones El calibrador de
FARO es un instrumento de medida de la precisión que se construye
sólidamente para el uso de la tienda; sin embargo, el cuidado se debe todavía
ejercitar en las condiciones al usar el calibrador de FARO. La operación
apropiada y el cuidado incluye evitar: o Solventes. o Abuso, tal como caída o
torcer en las paradas de extremo. o Humedad y humedad alta. o Fluctuaciones
de la energía. Vea FARO calibrar la fuente de alimentación. o Cambios de
temperatura excesivos sin tiempo transcurrido apropiado. Vea las
consideraciones de la temperatura. Su calibrador de FARO puede darle muchos
años de servicio cuando está tratado con cuidado. Software del calibrador de
FARO ______________________________________ Capítulo 2: Software del
calibrador de FARO La CAJA DE HERRAMIENTAS del calibrador de FARO
contiene todos los comandos de configurar su calibrador de FARO y de medir
su partición. Estos comandos están situados en los cajones individuales de la
CAJA DE HERRAMIENTAS. Las CARACTERÍSTICAS, las DIMENSIONES, los
INFORMES, las HERRAMIENTAS, el CALIBRADOR 3D, y la DISPOSICIÓN del
CALIBRADOR son los cajones de la caja de herramientas del calibrador de
FARO. Todos los cajones están disponibles en modo de la metrología, mientras
que solamente las HERRAMIENTAS, el CALIBRADOR 3D, y los cajones de la
DISPOSICIÓN del CALIBRADOR están disponibles en modo del calibrador.
Cuadro software del calibrador de 2-1 FARO > del software del calibrador de
FARO; Cuál es nuevo ______________________________________ Cuál es
nuevo Las secciones siguientes describen las nuevos funciones y comandos
que se han agregado al calibrador de FARO, tan bien como los realces hechos
a FARO existente calibrar comandos. Versión 1.5 General • Utilice las
características no medidas - utilice las características, creadas de cualquier
comando del cajón de la DIMENSIÓN, en la alineación y otros comandos.
Características • Anillo - medidas un toro. Vea el anillo. Dimensiones • Agujero
de la estructura del cono - construya un agujero usando un cono y el diámetro
de una característica. Vea de cono. • Estructura compensada - construya una
característica compensada de una característica existente. Vea la
compensación de la estructura. Herramientas • Diámetro del anillo - mida el
diámetro principal y de menor importancia de un toro. Vea el diámetro del anillo.
Calibre la disposición • Alineación de la carga - cargue y construya una
alineación de un archivo. Vea la carga de la alineación. • Excepto la alineación -
excepto una alineación a un archivo. Vea la alineación excepto. Versión 1.5.2
General • ToolTips para las características existentes y las dimensiones - asome
sobre cualquier característica o dimensión existente para ver su nombre. •
Remida el botón - utilice este botón en la caja de DIÁLOGO de los
RESULTADOS para remedir cualquier característica. Características • El arco
resulta - ahora divulgue el radio medido en vez del diámetro medido. Vea el
arco. Herramientas • Radio del arco - ahora divulgue el radio medido en vez del
diámetro medido. Vea el radio del arco. El conseguir comenzado
______________________________________ Capítulo 3: El conseguir
comenzado Elegir el calibrador de FARO es el primer paso en desarrollar un
sistema de medición flexible, portable y exacto. Usando el calibrador de FARO
el sistema en modo del calibrador o de la metrología permite que usted mida
una variedad de piezas. Este capítulo le da la información importante sobre
conseguir comenzado con el sistema del calibrador de FARO a medir su
partición. ______________________________________ Conseguir el >
comenzado; Fije el área de medición
______________________________________ Fije el área de medición Uno del
primer, y la mayoría del importante, puntos de partida con el sistema del
calibrador de FARO es la disposición del área de medición. Esto no sólo incluye
el calibrador de FARO pero su partición. Es importante recordar que una vez
que usted comienza a medir, cualquier cambio en la posición de la pieza y el
calibrador de FARO alterará sus resultados. Cerciórese de tan que el calibrador
de FARO y su pieza estén montados con seguridad en una superficie de
medición muy estable. Para más información, vea el montaje de la base. 1.
Pruebe su área de medición. Antes de continuar, asga la manija del calibrador
de FARO y mueva la punta de prueba a todas las áreas que usted desea medir.
Cerciórese de que la punta de prueba pueda alcanzar todo - usted no quiere
encontrar esto mientras que mide la característica pasada. 2. Elija una punta de
prueba. Mientras que prueba la pieza, determine está cambiando 3m m que la
punta de prueba de la bola es necesaria. Conseguir el > comenzado; Fije el
sistema ______________________________________ Fije el sistema 1.
Conecte los cables. Conecte todos los cables e interruptor en el calibrador y la
computadora de FARO. Refiera a la guía Box1 del comienzo rápido del
calibrador de FARO que se ata al caso. 2. Calibre la punta de prueba. Calibre la
punta de prueba antes de medir. Vea la calibración de la punta de prueba. La
calibración es una rápida y fácil. NOTA: Cerciórese de que el interruptor de
MM/IN esté fijado al milímetro (milímetros) antes de comenzar el comando de la
DISPOSICIÓN del CALIBRADOR. Vea el interruptor de MM/IN. Conseguir el >
comenzado; Fije el sistema ______________________________________ Fije
el sistema 1. Conecte los cables. Conecte todos los cables e interruptor en el
calibrador y la computadora de FARO. Refiera a la guía Box1 del comienzo
rápido del calibrador de FARO que se ata al caso. 2. Calibre la punta de prueba.
Calibre la punta de prueba antes de medir. Vea la calibración de la punta de
prueba. La calibración es una rápida y fácil. NOTA: Cerciórese de que el
interruptor de MM/IN esté fijado al milímetro (milímetros) antes de comenzar el
comando de la DISPOSICIÓN del CALIBRADOR. Vea el interruptor de MM/IN.
Conseguir el > comenzado; Analice su parte
______________________________________ Analice su parte 1. Compruebe
las unidades de medición. Mire su nominal de las piezas, o el diseño,
información. Rápidamente aviso si su parte utiliza los milímetros (milímetro) o
las pulgadas (ADENTRO). Toque el interruptor en la tapa de la pantalla para
cambiar las unidades de medición. 2. Fije las tolerancias del defecto. Mire el
diseño de su parte para una tolerancia común. Entre en esto en la lengüeta
GENERAL del comando de la DISPOSICIÓN del CALIBRADOR. Vea a general
cuadro. Usted será cambio que la tolerancia valora para cada medida, así que la
determinación de un defecto apenas ahorra alguno que mecanografía mientras
que usted está midiendo. 3. Elija el modo del software. Elija el modo del
calibrador o de la metrología usando el interruptor en la parte inferior de la
pantalla. Vea los modos del software. Ahora usted debe estar listo para medir.
Toque el cajón de las HERRAMIENTAS (modo del calibrador), o el cajón de las
CARACTERÍSTICAS (modo de la metrología). Si usted apenas necesita medir
los valores rápidos de la altura tocan el cajón del CALIBRADOR 3D.
Características Capítulo 4: Características El cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS
del calibrador de FARO contiene todos los comandos de medir las caras, los
agujeros, los bordes, el etc. individuales de su partición. Después de medir las
características del individuo, usted utilizará los comandos de las DIMENSIONES
de calcular distancias y ángulos entre las características existentes. El cajón de
las CARACTERÍSTICAS está solamente disponible en modo de la metrología.
IMPORTANTE: Para muchos de los comandos de la CARACTERÍSTICA usted
debe elegir una superficie planar existente, o la cara, antes de medir. Mida las
caras usando la CARA o PIEZA los comandos de la DISPOSICIÓN. El cuadro
calibrador de 4-1 FARO ofrece el cajón
______________________________________ Ofrece el > Disposición de la
parte Disposición de la parte El grupo de la DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA de
comandos es medidas de la cara. Utilice estos comandos de establecer
rápidamente la dirección básica de su partición. Cuadro grupo de la disposición
de la pieza de 4-2 Ofrece el > > de la disposición de la parte; Tapa
______________________________________ Tapa Utilice el comando
SUPERIOR de medir una cara, o la superficie planar, en la tapa de su partición.
La medida de la cara mejor-cupo una cara a través de puntos convertidos a
digital. Vea la cara apta del mejor. 1. Toque el cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS
en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo de la DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA.
3. Toque el comando SUPERIOR. 4. A
Capítulo 4: Características El cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS del calibrador

de FARO contiene todos los comandos de medir las caras, los agujeros, los
bordes, el etc. individuales de su partición. Después de medir las características
del individuo, usted utilizará los comandos de las DIMENSIONES de calcular
distancias y ángulos entre las características existentes. El cajón de las
CARACTERÍSTICAS está solamente disponible en modo de la metrología.
IMPORTANTE: Para muchos de los comandos de la CARACTERÍSTICA usted
debe elegir una superficie planar existente, o la cara, antes de medir. Mida las
caras usando la CARA o PIEZA los comandos de la DISPOSICIÓN. El cuadro
calibrador de 4-1 FARO ofrece el cajón
______________________________________ Ofrece el > Disposición de la
parte Disposición de la parte El grupo de la DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA de
comandos es medidas de la cara. Utilice estos comandos de establecer
rápidamente la dirección básica de su partición. Cuadro grupo de la disposición
de la pieza de 4-2 Ofrece el > > de la disposición de la parte; Tapa
______________________________________ Tapa Utilice el comando
SUPERIOR de medir una cara, o la superficie planar, en la tapa de su partición.
La medida de la cara mejor-cupo una cara a través de puntos convertidos a
digital. Vea la cara apta del mejor. 1. Toque el cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS
en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo de la DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA.
3. Toque el comando SUPERIOR. 4. Toque el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO.
Cuadro comando de la cara superior de 4-3 5. Mida la cara superior con el
calibrador de FARO. Cuadro 4-4 que mide la cara superior o Ponga la punta de
prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los puntos a digital con el botón
VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en la superficie planar. o Tire lejos
de la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón ROJO para terminar el
comando. 6. Vea los resultados de su medida en la caja de diálogo de los
RESULTADOS. Cuadro 4-5 resultados de la cara superior o Usted puede
mecanografiar cualquier valor del nominal y de la tolerancia para la cara. o
Toque el ADICIÓN a la caja de cheque del INFORME para quitar esta medida
del informe. o Si una alineación existe en el archivo de la pieza, toque el botón
SIGUIENTE para mecanografiar cualquier valor coordinado del nominal y de la
tolerancia. Para más información, vea los resultados coordinados. o Toque MUY
BIEN para agregar la cara a su archivo de la pieza del calibrador de FARO. o
Toque la CANCELACIÓN para salir el comando sin el adición de la cara a su
archivo de la pieza del calibrador de FARO. o El tacto REMIDE para remedir la
cara. Para más información, vea la cara apta del mejor.
______________________________________ Ofrece el > > de la disposición
de la parte; Parte inferior Parte inferior Utilice el comando INFERIOR de medir
una cara, o la superficie planar, en la parte inferior de su partición. La medida de
la cara mejor-cupo una cara a través de puntos convertidos a digital. Vea la cara
apta del mejor. 1. Toque el cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS en la caja de
herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo de la DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA. 3. Toque el
comando INFERIOR. 4. Toque el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro
comando de la cara inferior de 4-6 5. Mida la cara con el calibrador de FARO.
Cuadro 4-7 que mide la cara inferior o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la
pieza y convierta los puntos a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más
puntos a digital en la superficie planar. o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1
punto a digital con el botón ROJO para terminar el comando. 6. Vea los
resultados de su medida en la caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS. Cuadro 4-
8 resultados de la cara inferior o Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier valor del
nominal y de la tolerancia para la cara. o Toque el ADICIÓN a la caja de cheque
del INFORME para quitar esta medida del informe. o Si una alineación existe en
el archivo de la pieza, toque el botón SIGUIENTE para mecanografiar cualquier
valor coordinado del nominal y de la tolerancia. Para más información, vea los
resultados coordinados. o Toque MUY BIEN para agregar la cara a su archivo
de la pieza del calibrador de FARO. o Toque la CANCELACIÓN para salir el
comando sin el adición de la cara a su archivo de la pieza del calibrador de
FARO. o El tacto REMIDE para remedir la cara. Ofrece el > > de la disposición
de la parte; Izquierdo ______________________________________ Izquierdo
Utilice el comando IZQUIERDO de medir una cara, o la superficie planar, en el
lado izquierdo de su partición. La medida de la cara mejor-cupo una cara a
través de puntos convertidos a digital. Vea la cara apta del mejor. 1. Toque el
cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo
de la DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA. 3. Toque el comando IZQUIERDO. 4. Toque
el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro comando de la cara izquierda de 4-9
5. Mida la cara con el calibrador de FARO. Cuadro 4-10 que mide la cara
izquierda o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los
puntos a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en la
superficie planar. o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el
botón ROJO para terminar el comando. 6. Vea los resultados de su medida en
la caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS. Cuadro 4-11 resultados de la cara
izquierda o Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier valor del nominal y de la
tolerancia para la cara. o Toque el ADICIÓN a la caja de cheque del INFORME
para quitar esta medida del informe. o Si una alineación existe en el archivo de
la pieza, toque el botón SIGUIENTE para mecanografiar cualquier valor
coordinado del nominal y de la tolerancia. Para más información, vea los
de la parte; La derecha ______________________________________ La
derecha Utilice el comando CORRECTO de medir una cara, o la superficie
planar, en el derecho de su partición. La medida de la cara mejor-cupo una cara
a través de puntos convertidos a digital. Vea la cara apta del mejor. 1. Toque el
cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo
de la DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA. 3. Toque el comando CORRECTO. 4. Toque
el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro comando de la cara derecha de 4-12
5. Mida la cara con el calibrador de FARO. Cuadro 4-13 que mide la cara
derecha o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los
puntos a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en la
la caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS. Cuadro 4-14 resultados de la cara
derecha o Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier valor del nominal y de la
tolerancia para la cara. o Toque el ADICIÓN a la caja de cheque del INFORME
para quitar esta medida del informe. o Si una alineación existe en el archivo de
la pieza, toque el botón SIGUIENTE para mecanografiar cualquier valor
coordinado del nominal y de la tolerancia. Para más información, vea los
de la parte; Parte posterior ______________________________________
Parte posterior Utilice el comando TRASERO de medir una cara, o la superficie
planar, en la parte posterior de su partición. La medida de la cara mejor-cupo
una cara a través de puntos convertidos a digital. Vea la cara apta del mejor. 1.
Toque el cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque
al grupo de la DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA. 3. Toque el comando TRASERO. 4.
Toque el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro comando trasero de la cara de
4-15 5. Mida la cara con el calibrador de FARO. Cuadro 4-16 que mide la cara
trasera o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los puntos
a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en la
la caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS. Cuadro 4-17 resultados traseros de la
cara o Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier valor del nominal y de la tolerancia
para la cara. o Toque el ADICIÓN a la caja de cheque del INFORME para quitar
esta medida del informe. o Si una alineación existe en el archivo de la pieza,
toque el botón SIGUIENTE para mecanografiar cualquier valor coordinado del
nominal y de la tolerancia. Para más información, vea los resultados
coordinados. o Toque MUY BIEN para agregar la cara a su archivo de la pieza
del calibrador de FARO. o Toque la CANCELACIÓN para salir el comando sin el
adición de la cara a su archivo de la pieza del calibrador de FARO. o El tacto
REMIDE para remedir la cara. Ofrece el > > de la disposición de la parte; Frente
______________________________________ Frente Utilice el comando
DELANTERO de medir una cara, o la superficie planar, en el frente de su
partición. La medida de la cara mejor-cupo una cara a través de puntos
convertidos a digital. Vea la cara apta del mejor. 1. Toque el cajón de las
CARACTERÍSTICAS en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo de la
DISPOSICIÓN de la PIEZA. 3. Toque el comando DELANTERO. 4. Toque el
botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro comando delantero de la cara de 4-18 5.
Mida la cara con el calibrador de FARO. Cuadro 4-19 que mide la cara delantera
o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los puntos a digital
con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en la superficie
planar. o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón ROJO
para terminar el comando. 6. Vea los resultados de su medida en la caja de
diálogo de los RESULTADOS. Cuadro 4-20 resultados delanteros de la cara o
Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier valor del nominal y de la tolerancia para la
cara. o Toque el ADICIÓN a la caja de cheque del INFORME para quitar esta
medida del informe. o Si una alineación existe en el archivo de la pieza, toque el
botón SIGUIENTE para mecanografiar cualquier valor coordinado del nominal y
de la tolerancia. Para más información, vea los resultados coordinados. o Toque
MUY BIEN para agregar la cara a su archivo de la pieza del calibrador de
FARO. o Toque la CANCELACIÓN para salir el comando sin el adición de la
cara a su archivo de la pieza del calibrador de FARO. o El tacto REMIDE para
remedir la cara. Ofrece el > Arco
______________________________________ Arco Utilice el comando del
ARCO de medir un arco en su partición. La medida del arco mejor-cupo un arco
a través de puntos convertidos a digital. Vea el arco apto del mejor. 1. Toque el
cajón de las CARACTERÍSTICAS en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque el
comando del ARCO. 3. Toque el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro
comando del arco de 4-21 4. Mecanografíe un nombre para su arco medido, o
utilice el nombre de defecto. 5. Elija una cara para el arco. Los puntos
convertidos a digital se proyectan a la cara antes del cálculo best-fit. Cuadro
etiqueta del arco de 4-22 o Si esta cara es un dato de su parte, toque la caja de
cheque del DATO. 6. Toque MUY BIEN para medir el arco. 7. Mida la cara con
el calibrador de FARO. Cuadro 4-23 que mide un arco o Ponga la punta de
VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en el arco. o Tire lejos de la pieza
y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón ROJO para terminar el comando. 8.
Vea los resultados de su medida en la caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS.
Cuadro 4-24 resultados del arco o Yo
Agujero al agujero (centro) Utilice el AGUJERO PARA AGUJEREAR comando
(de centro) de dimensionar la distancia entre dos agujeros. La distancia es del
centro del primer agujero al centro del segundo agujero. 1. Toque el cajón de las
HERRAMIENTAS en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo de la
DISTANCIA. 3. Toque el AGUJERO PARA AGUJEREAR comando (de centro).
4. Toque el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro agujero de 7-32 a la
herramienta (de centro) de la distancia del agujero 5. Mida la cara para los
agujeros en su partición. Cuadro 7-33 que mide una cara o Ponga la punta de
comando. NOTA: Si cualquier medida de una característica individual está fuera
de tolerancia, una caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS aparece. Toque el
botón ACEPTABLE para continuar, o el tacto REMIDE para remedir la
característica. 6. Mida un agujero en su partición. Cuadro 7-34 que mide un
agujero o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los puntos
a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en el agujero.
o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón ROJO para
terminar el comando. 7. Mida otro agujero en su partición. Cuadro 7-35 que
mide un agujero o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta
los puntos a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en
el agujero. o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón
ROJO para terminar el comando. 8. Vea los resultados de su medida en la caja
de diálogo de los RESULTADOS. El cuadro agujero de 7-36 a la herramienta de
la distancia del agujero (máximo) resulta o Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier
valor del nominal y de la tolerancia para la distancia. o Toque el ADICIÓN a la
caja de cheque del INFORME para quitar esta medida del informe. o Toque
MUY BIEN para agregar la distancia a su archivo de la pieza del calibrador de
FARO. o Toque la CANCELACIÓN para recomenzar la herramienta. Vea el
agujero apto del mejor. Filetea el > > de la distancia; Agujero al agujero
(mínimo) ______________________________________ Agujero al agujero
(mínimo) Utilice el AGUJERO PARA AGUJEREAR comando (mínimo) de
dimensionar la distancia entre dos agujeros. La distancia es del borde interno
del primer agujero al borde interno del segundo agujero. 1. Toque el cajón de
las HERRAMIENTAS en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo de la
DISTANCIA. 3. Toque el AGUJERO PARA AGUJEREAR comando (mínimo). 4.
Toque el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro agujero de 7-42 a la
herramienta de la distancia del agujero (mínimo) 5. Mida la cara para los
agujeros en su partición. Cuadro 7-43 que mide una cara o Ponga la punta de
terminar el comando. 7. Mida otro agujero en su partición. Cuadro 7-45 que
ROJO para terminar el comando. 8. Vea los resultados de su medida en la caja
de diálogo de los RESULTADOS. El cuadro agujero de 7-46 a la herramienta de
la distancia del agujero (mínimo) resulta o Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier
agujero apto del mejor. Filetea el > > de la distancia; Agujero al borde (centro)
______________________________________ Agujero al borde (centro) Utilice
el AGUJERO PARA AFILAR comando (de centro) de dimensionar la distancia
entre el centro de un agujero y un borde. La distancia es del centro del agujero
al borde. 1. Toque el cajón de las HERRAMIENTAS en la caja de herramientas.
2. Toque al grupo de la DISTANCIA. 3. Toque el AGUJERO PARA AFILAR
comando (de centro). 4. Toque el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro
agujero de 7-47 a la herramienta (de centro) de la distancia del borde 5. Mida la
cara para el agujero y el borde en su partición. Cuadro 7-48 que mide una cara
o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los puntos a digital
con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en la superficie
planar. o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón ROJO
para terminar el comando. NOTA: Si cualquier medida de una característica
individual está fuera de tolerancia, una caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS
aparece. Toque el botón ACEPTABLE para continuar, o el tacto REMIDE para
remedir la característica. 6. Mida un agujero en su partición. Cuadro 7-49 que
ROJO para terminar el comando. 7. Mida un borde en su partición. Cuadro 7-50
que mide un borde o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y
convierta los puntos a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 2 o más puntos a
digital en el borde. o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el
la caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS. El cuadro agujero de 7-51 a la
herramienta (de centro) de la distancia del borde resulta o Usted puede
mecanografiar cualquier valor del nominal y de la tolerancia para la distancia. o
Toque el ADICIÓN a la caja de cheque del INFORME para quitar esta medida
del informe. o Toque MUY BIEN para agregar la distancia a su archivo de la
pieza del calibrador de FARO. o Toque la CANCELACIÓN para recomenzar la
herramienta. Vea el agujero apto del mejor y el borde apto del mejor. Filetea el >
> de la distancia; Agujero al borde (máximo)
______________________________________ Agujero al borde (máximo)
Utilice el AGUJERO PARA AFILAR comando (máximo) de dimensionar la
distancia entre el borde externo de un agujero y un borde. La distancia es del
borde externo del agujero al borde. 1. Toque el cajón de las HERRAMIENTAS
en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo de la DISTANCIA. 3. Toque el
AGUJERO PARA AFILAR comando (máximo). 4. Toque el botón del
FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro agujero de 7-52 a la herramienta de la distancia
del borde (máximo) 5. Mida la cara para el agujero y el borde en su partición.
Cuadro 7-53 que mide una cara o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la
pieza y convierta los puntos a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más
puntos a digital en la superficie planar. o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1
punto a digital con el botón ROJO para terminar el comando. NOTA: Si
cualquier medida de una característica individual está fuera de tolerancia, una
caja de diálogo de los RESULTADOS aparece. Toque el botón ACEPTABLE
para continuar, o el tacto REMIDE para remedir la característica. 6. Mida un
agujero en su partición. Cuadro 7-54 que mide un agujero o Ponga la punta de
VERDE. o Convierta 3 o más puntos a digital en el agujero. o Tire lejos de la
pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón ROJO para terminar el comando.
7. Mida un borde en su partición. Cuadro 7-55 que mide un borde o Ponga la
punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los puntos a digital con el
botón VERDE. o Convierta 2 o más puntos a digital en el borde. o Tire lejos de
la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón ROJO para terminar el
comando. 8. Vea los resultados de su medida en la caja de diálogo de los
RESULTADOS. El cuadro agujero de 7-56 a la herramienta de la distancia del
borde (máximo) resulta o Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier valor del
nominal y de la tolerancia para la distancia. o Toque el ADICIÓN a la caja de
cheque del INFORME para quitar esta medida del informe. o Toque MUY BIEN
para agregar la distancia a su archivo de la pieza del calibrador de FARO. o
Toque la CANCELACIÓN para recomenzar la herramienta. Vea el agujero apto
del mejor y el borde apto del mejor. Filetea el > > de la distancia; Agujero al
borde (mínimo) ______________________________________ Agujero al
borde (mínimo) Utilice el AGUJERO PARA AFILAR comando (mínimo) de
dimensionar la distancia entre el borde interno de un agujero y un borde. La
distancia es del borde interno del agujero al borde. 1. Toque el cajón de las
HERRAMIENTAS en la caja de herramientas. 2. Toque al grupo de la
DISTANCIA. 3. Toque el AGUJERO PARA AFILAR comando (mínimo). 4.
Toque el botón del FUNCIONAMIENTO. Cuadro agujero de 7-57 a la
herramienta de la distancia del borde (mínimo) 5. Mida la cara para el agujero y
el borde en su partición. Cuadro 7-58 que mide una cara o Ponga la punta de
terminar el comando. 7. Mida un borde en su partición. Cuadro 7-60 que mide
un borde o Ponga la punta de prueba de la bola en la pieza y convierta los
puntos a digital con el botón VERDE. o Convierta 2 o más puntos a digital en el
borde. o Tire lejos de la pieza y convierta 1 punto a digital con el botón ROJO
para terminar el comando. 8. Vea los resultados de su medida en la caja de
diálogo de los RESULTADOS. El cuadro agujero de 7-61 a la herramienta de la
distancia del borde (máximo) resulta o Usted puede mecanografiar cualquier
agujero apto del mejor y el borde apto del mejor. Filetea el > > de la distancia;
Cara a cara ______________________________________ Cara a cara Utilice
la herramienta CARA A CARA para dimensionar la distancia entre dos caras. La
distancia es de th

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Introduction to the FARO Gage

Chapter 1: Introduction to the FARO Gage

Introduction to the FARO Gage > General Information

Introduction to the FARO Gage > Precautions

FARO Gage Software

Chapter 2: FARO Gage Software

Figure 2-1 FARO Gage Software

FARO Gage Software > What is New

• Ring - measures a torus. See Ring.

Chapter 3: Getting Started

Getting Started > Setup the Measuring Area

Setup the Measuring Area

1. Test your measuring area.

Getting Started > Setup the System

Setup the System

2. Calibrate the Probe.

Getting Started > Setup the System

Setup the System

2. Calibrate the Probe.

Getting Started > Analyze your part

Analyze your part

2. Set Default Tolerances.

3. Choose the Software mode.

Figure 4-1 FARO Gage Features drawer

Features > Part Setup

Figure 4-2 Part Setup group

Features > Part Setup > Top

1. Touch the FEATURES drawer in the Toolbox.

Figure 4-3 Top Face command

Figure 4-4 Measuring the Top Face

6. View the results of your measurement in the RESULTS dialog box.

For more information, see Best Fit Face.

Features > Part Setup > Bottom

1. Touch the FEATURES drawer in the Toolbox.

Figure 4-6 Bottom Face command

6. View the results of your measurement in the RESULTS dialog box.

Figure 4-8 Bottom Face results

Features > Part Setup > Left

1. Touch the FEATURES drawer in the Toolbox.

Figure 4-9 Left Face command

Figure 4-10 Measuring the Left Face

6. View the results of your measurement in the RESULTS dialog box.

Features > Part Setup > Right

1. Touch the FEATURES drawer in the Toolbox.

Figure 4-12 Right Face command

6. View the results of your measurement in the RESULTS dialog box.

Figure 4-14 Right Face results

Features > Part Setup > Back

1. Touch the FEATURES drawer in the Toolbox.

Figure 4-15 Back Face command

Figure 4-16 Measuring the Back Face

6. View the results of your measurement in the RESULTS dialog box.

Features > Part Setup > Front

1. Touch the FEATURES drawer in the Toolbox.

Figure 4-18 Front Face command

6. View the results of your measurement in the RESULTS dialog box.

Figure 4-20 Front Face results

Features > Arc

1. Touch the FEATURES drawer in the Toolbox.

Figure 4-21 Arc command

Figure 4-22 Arc label

8. View the results of your measurement in the RESULTS dialog box.

Figure 4-24 Arc results