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PORTABLE CMM • PROBING • 3D SCANNING

KREON ACE MEASURING ARM

A versatile portable coordinate measuring machine designed for dimensional inspection, quality control, probing and high-speed 3D scanning directly where the part is located.

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Kreon Ace portable CMM measuring arm

Inspect Industrial Parts Anywhere

The Kreon Ace Measuring Arm is a portable CMM designed for inspection and quality control of industrial components, regardless of their shape, color or size.

Use the Ace for precision tactile probing, or combine a 7-axis Ace with a Kreon Skyline 3D scanner for fast non-contact inspection and dense 3D data acquisition.

Portable Metrology Built for the Shop Floor

0.029 mm

E Uni Accuracy

The 2-meter Ace 6-axis configuration offers E Uni performance starting at 0.029 mm.

2–5 m

Measuring Volumes

Select a working volume appropriate for small precision components, tooling or large industrial assemblies.

6 / 7

Axis Configurations

Choose a 6-axis system for demanding probing or a 7-axis system for greater scanning flexibility.

ACE+

Higher Performance Option

Ace+ uses advanced encoder technology and calibration to provide increased measuring performance.

3D Scanning with Ace Skyline

Combine the Ace measuring arm with a Kreon Skyline 3D scanner to capture dense 3D data directly on the production floor.

Skyline scanners use a large blue laser line, high acquisition frequency and precision scanning technology to quickly digitize complex industrial components.

  • High-speed non-contact measurement
  • Dense point-cloud acquisition
  • CAD-to-scan comparison
  • Color deviation mapping
  • Reverse engineering
  • First article inspection
  • Complex geometry inspection
Kreon Ace Skyline 3D scanning and inspection

6-Axis or 7-Axis Ace?

Selecting the correct configuration depends primarily on whether your application emphasizes tactile probing or 3D scanning.

MAXIMUM PROBING ACCURACY

Ace 6-Axis

Kreon designed the 6-axis Ace primarily for tactile probing applications with demanding accuracy requirements.

  • Precision tactile probing
  • Dimensional inspection
  • GD&T measurement
  • Tool and fixture inspection
  • Production quality control
SCANNING FLEXIBILITY

Ace 7-Axis

The additional rotational axis gives the operator greater freedom to position and maneuver a 3D scanner around complex components.

  • 3D laser scanning
  • Tactile probing
  • Greater maneuverability
  • Complex geometry
  • Reverse engineering
Kreon Ace portable CMM in manufacturing environment

An Ultra-Portable CMM

Instead of bringing the component to a traditional CMM, bring the measuring system directly to the part.

The Ace can be installed near the application in a workshop, metrology laboratory or even outdoors while maintaining measurement quality.

  • Lightweight construction
  • Wireless probing via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
  • Ambient temperature compensation
  • Brunson universal mounting interface
  • Fast installation
  • No pre-heating required

Built for Stable Measurement

The Ace combines an aluminum and carbon structure with high-resolution encoders to provide rigidity, measurement stability and accurate coordinate acquisition.

ISO

10360-12

Kreon measuring arms are validated according to ISO 10360-12.

Wi-Fi

Wireless Probing

Reduce cable restrictions around large components.

2–5 m

Working Volume

Multiple arm sizes support a wide range of parts.

6 / 7

Axis Choices

Configure Ace around your probing or scanning workflow.

Need More Accuracy? Choose Ace+

The Ace family includes both Ace and Ace+.

Ace+ incorporates advanced encoder technology and an enhanced calibration method to deliver increased measurement performance for applications requiring tighter tolerances.

  • Higher measurement performance
  • Advanced encoder technology
  • Advanced calibration methodology
  • 6-axis and 7-axis configurations
  • Ideal for tighter inspection tolerances
ACE+

Enhanced Ace Performance

For applications where the flexibility of the Ace platform needs to be combined with increased metrology performance.

Kreon Ace ergonomic measuring arm

Comfort Means Efficiency

Ace is designed to make extended measurement sessions easier for the operator.

  • Shock absorber for smooth return to the rest position
  • Automatic probe diameter detection
  • Internal counterbalance to reduce operator effort
  • Ergonomic Push and Pull trigger
  • Stable magnetic rest position

Ace Measuring Arm Sizes

Kreon offers Ace measuring arms with working volumes ranging from 2 meters to 5 meters.

Selecting the correct arm requires balancing the accuracy needed for your tolerances against the measuring volume required for your components.

Kreon Ace measuring arm sizes

Measuring Volume & Maximum Reach

Model Measuring Volume Maximum Reachable Distance
Ace-20 2.0 m 2.42 m
Ace-25 2.5 m 2.92 m
Ace-30 3.0 m 3.42 m
Ace-35 3.5 m 3.92 m
Ace-40 4.0 m 4.42 m
Ace-45 4.5 m 4.92 m
Ace-50 5.0 m 5.42 m

Ace 6-Axis Accuracy

Recommended for tactile probing and applications where measurement accuracy is the primary requirement.

Model E Uni P Size P Form L Dia SPAT
Ace6-20 0.029 mm 0.010 mm 0.016 mm 0.033 mm 0.020 mm
Ace-6-25 0.032 mm 0.012 mm 0.019 mm 0.038 mm 0.025 mm
Ace-6-30 0.044 mm 0.018 mm 0.028 mm 0.053 mm 0.033 mm
Ace-6-35 0.056 mm 0.021 mm 0.037 mm 0.068 mm 0.042 mm
Ace-6-40 0.067 mm 0.025 mm 0.043 mm 0.086 mm 0.050 mm
Ace-6-45 0.080 mm 0.029 mm 0.048 mm 0.100 mm 0.067 mm
Ace-6-50 0.120 mm 0.040 mm 0.060 mm 0.120 mm 0.088 mm

Ace 7-Axis Accuracy

Designed for increased maneuverability when scanning complex industrial components.

Model E Uni P Size P Form L Dia SPAT
Ace-7-20 0.033 mm 0.012 mm 0.020 mm 0.043 mm 0.022 mm
Ace-7-25 0.036 mm 0.015 mm 0.024 mm 0.049 mm 0.026 mm
Ace-7-30 0.057 mm 0.020 mm 0.035 mm 0.081 mm 0.041 mm
Ace-7-35 0.067 mm 0.024 mm 0.041 mm 0.095 mm 0.052 mm
Ace-7-40 0.081 mm 0.029 mm 0.048 mm 0.115 mm 0.064 mm
Ace-7-45 0.110 mm 0.045 mm 0.060 mm 0.125 mm 0.076 mm
Ace-7-50 0.138 mm 0.060 mm 0.075 mm 0.135 mm 0.095 mm
Kreon Zenith metrology inspection software

Kreon Zenith Software

Zenith is Kreon's metrology software designed for acquisition and 3D measurement of industrial components.

  • Tactile probing
  • 3D scanning
  • Dense point-cloud processing
  • CAD comparison
  • Color deviation maps
  • Dimensional inspection

Kreon Ace Applications

Quality Inspection

Verify manufactured parts directly against dimensional requirements.

First Article Inspection

Inspect newly manufactured components before production approval.

GD&T Inspection

Measure critical geometric features and dimensional tolerances.

CAD Comparison

Compare measured geometry against nominal CAD models.

Reverse Engineering

Capture existing components for CAD reconstruction and redesign.

Tooling & Fixtures

Inspect molds, dies, jigs, fixtures and manufacturing tooling.

Automotive

Inspect vehicle components, body structures and production tooling.

Aerospace

Measure precision components, tooling and large assemblies.

Maintenance & Repair

Evaluate wear, distortion and dimensional condition.

Purchase Kreon Ace from Rapid Scan 3D

Rapid Scan 3D can help configure a complete Kreon measurement solution based on your parts, tolerances, inspection requirements and workflow.

Select the Correct Arm

We can help determine the appropriate measuring volume, 6- or 7-axis configuration, and whether Ace or Ace+ is the better fit.

Add 3D Scanning

Build a complete probing and non-contact inspection system with Kreon Skyline scanning technology.

Complete Metrology Workflow

Configure your arm, scanner, probes, mounting equipment and metrology software as one solution.

Find the Right Kreon Ace for Your Application

Contact Rapid Scan 3D for Kreon Ace and Ace+ pricing, demonstrations, 6-axis and 7-axis configurations, Skyline scanner options, probes, accessories and metrology software.

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Ace Skyline specifications
ACE ACE+
Arm model Skyline Eyes Skyline Wide Skyline Open Skyline Eyes Skyline Wide Skyline Open
Ace-7-20 0.040 mm 0.044 mm 0.046 mm
Ace-7-25 0.046 mm 0.050 mm 0.052 mm 0.042 mm 0.046 mm 0.049 mm
Ace-7-30 0.061 mm 0.063 mm 0.065 mm 0.052 mm 0.056 mm 0.059 mm
Ace-7-35 0.076 mm 0.079 mm 0.081 mm 0.066 mm 0.071 mm 0.073 mm
Ace-7-40 0.088 mm 0.099 mm 0.102 mm 0.077 mm 0.081 mm 0.084 mm
Ace-7-45 0.120 mm 0.130 mm 0.132 mm 0.095 mm 0.104 mm 0.110 mm

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