Precision sensor supplier Micro-Epsilon has extended its confocalDT IFC 241x range of confocal chromatic controllers with the new IFC2412 and IFC2417 controllers, providing users with high performance, 2-channel variants of the ultra-compact IFC2411 and IFC2416 controllers. The new controllers both deliver the same high performance as their single-channel counterparts.
Due to integrated computing functions, the 2-channel controllers enable two-sided thickness measurements using a single controller. This expands the range of applications, particularly in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, battery cell production, optical inspection of lenses, and machine building.
Two-channel controller for demanding applications
The compact IFC2412 controller offers two channels with an adjustable measuring rate up to 8 kHz and sub-micron resolution from 2 nm. The powerful IFC2417 controller operates at a measuring rate up to 25 kHz and also enables multipeak measurements of up to five transparent layers. Active exposure control of the CCD line ensures stable measurement results in both versions, even on challenging surfaces. The controllers are equipped with a robust IP40 aluminium housing and can be easily integrated into existing systems due to their extremely compact design. The controllers are conveniently mounted on a DIN rail in a control cabinet – ideal for OEM applications and industrial series production. Both controllers come with Ethernet and EtherCAT interface and two analogue connections. Additional fieldbus connections will be introduced later in 2026.
