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Starrett optical comparators

Optical comparators are sometimes referred to projectors or shadow-graphs. Starrett’s comparators are manufactured in the Starrett Precision Optical facility in the UK. They are known the world over for their quality and performance.

Available in both vertical and horizontal formats and in screen sizes up to 750 mm in diameter. The optical comparator is a versatile, easy to use and repeatable 2D measuring system.

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Product range

Horizontal Benchtop:
HE400, HB400, HD400

Vertical Benchtop:
VB300, VB400

Horizontal Floor-Mounted:
HF600, HF750, HF650SB, HF750SB

Vertical Floor-Mounted:
VF600

Accessories and Software

Software choice

Starrett’s range of optical comparators are commonly supplied with the Metlogix M2 series tablet display. However the traditional Heidenhain QuadraChek DRO platform is also available.

The new Mx100 and Mx200 DRO systems from Metlogix are also gaining in popularity.

Our Value Proposition

Our aim is to provide the best possible customer service experience for every interaction.

The range of services offered starts with basic technical telephone consultation and progresses through to on-site calibrations, repair and maintenance. Finally more complex tasks such as machine or equipment upgrades complete the picture.

High quality

All of the products that we supply, including the Starrett range of optical comparators, are of the highest quality and are sourced from the World's leading manufacturers!

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Selection & Advice

We know optical comparators and can help you choose the right product, including software such as Metlogix M2 series or Heidenhain QC200 for your application and to suit your budget.

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Competitive pricing

We aim to provide the best products available at a competitive price in order to deliver the most compelling value proposition for the very latest metrology and testing products.

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After-Sales Support

Once the product is installed and commissioned it up to us to make sure that your measurement system operates efficiently and to your complete satisfaction.

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Latest technology in optical comparators

The Metlogix M2 software makes the Starrett optical comparator range simple to use and very user-friendly.

Latest Success Stories

Starrett’s range of comparators are widely used in a range of applications in the industrial, aerospace, medical, mining and automotive sectors.

Optical comparator for tooling reverse engineering

A leading tooling manufacturer in Melbourne recently found the Starrett HE400 system to be instrumental in helping to document their existing range of tools.

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Optical comparator range

Starrett are world-famous for their range of optical comparators. Choose from either horizontal or vertical formats in screen sizes from 300 to 750 mm in diameter.

As well as comparator systems an extensive range accessories and software is available.

Technology

Comparators are found in most tool-rooms and workshops and have been the stalwart for many years. They are an easy and quick way to measure angles and other features on tools and cutting edges using clear overlays on the projector screen.

Today’s range of Starrett comparators builds on this tradition by providing robust and rock solid measuring systems. The latest innovations includes fibre-optic edge detection, the option of video-camera systems and Windows-based measurement software. These advancements allow the comparator to be far more repeatable than ever before. The new generation of software enhances productivity and enables the measurement and reporting of complex features and dimensions.

Comparator selection

Horizontal comparators are the most versatile and a frequent choice. Vertical systems are chosen when flexible components such as gaskets, o-rings and flat parts need to be measured.