Reinventing 3D optical vibration mapping
PSV QTec 3D Scanning Vibrometers are state-of-the art for noise and vibration measurement in research and development. Using three independent scanning heads they deliver the full information on all vibrational directions. PSV QTec 3D determines operational deflection shapes and Eigenmodes for NVH, acoustics, structural dynamics, ultrasonics, and FEM validation. The high frequency version up to 25 MHz extends the application range to non-destructive evaluation (NDE) research. Every PSV QTec integrates perfectly into the CAE world providing interfaces to 3D geometries, modal analysis and automation.
PSV QTec 3D Scanning Vibrometers are available as a compact laptop version or as a practical rack-type workstation.
Highlights
- Non-contact, full-field vibration measurement with FEM-like spatial resolution
- Best SNR on engineered surfaces
- Up to 10x faster on engineered surfaces
- Machine vision tools for easy setup
- Professional CAE interfaces for model validation
- Advanced geometry handling for meaningful result presentation
Modal analysis featuring MIMO excitation and 8 input channels
- Open interface for your application
- Available as compact laptop version and rack-type workstation
Faster results with QTec® multi-path interferometry
The patented QTec® multi-path interferometer technology boosts the signal quality of infrared laser vibrometer (SWIR) decisively. It provides highest optical sensitivity for high-fidelity measurements on all surfaces, which significantly reduces testing time – even on dark, biological, rotating or moving objects. This safe laser technology is perfect for challenging applications also on distant targets. QTec® makes vibration measurements faster, easier and more reliable than ever – for the most robust, unambiguous results.
Customize your triax scanning vibrometer
With the right accessories, you can measure even the smallest components, localize and trigger on noise, master even complex geometry and measurement setups and measure in tough test bench conditions or wind tunnels. Machine vision tools simplify the test setup and professional CAE interfaces support FE model validation, allowing direct import of geometry files. The advanced geometry handling enables meaningful result presentation, granting precise insights into your vibrating structure, its dynamical behaviour and acoustics.
Automatic 3D alignment
New machine-vision techniques make the non-contact PSV-3D Scanning Vibrometers as easy to use as any handy single-point laser vibration sensor while minimizing training needs. For high fidelity data especially from high frequency tests on medical tools as well as for measuring stress and strain, automatically aligning the 3 superimposed lasers is the key. Here, the machine-vision based feature “3D alignment scan” guarantees µm-precision in X, Y and Z enabling faster test setups and highly reliable measurement results.
QTec® multipath interferometry for fast and efficient vibration measurement
Accessories and components
Optical Accessories
PSV-G-600 Geometry Scan Unit
Integrated laser distance sensor to measure the sample geometry.
PSV-A-535 Front Window
Protects the scanning mechanism against dust, wind and acoustic excitation at high dB levels.
A-MIR-xxxx Mirror Sets
Polytec's mirror sets contain different sizes of mirrors to assist in the set-up of your measurement.
Tripods, Test Stands, Positioning Stages
VIB-A-T02 Tripod with Pan/Tilt Head
PSV-A-T34 Table Tripod
Rigid support of 3 PSV scanning heads. Provides a configuration optimized for in-plane performance with small parts.
PSV-A-T35 Table Tripod
Rigid support of 3 PSV scanning heads. Provides a narrow configuration optimized for out-of-plane performance with small parts.
PSV-A-T51 Motorized Tripod
Convenient motorized support for 3 PSV scanning heads.
Miscellaneous
PSV-A-015/016 System Cabinet
Ergonomic mobile workstation with storage for all parts and accessories.
External Scanner Control
Allows for an additional control of the scanning mirrors by external voltage signals.
VIB-A-HEAD Headphones
Headphone with noise limiter to listen to the vibrometer signal.
PSV-A-430 Acoustic Gate Unit
Activates the gate input if a noise exceeds a certain threshold. Suitable for event trigger applications such as brake squeal measurements.
Scalable Automatic Modal Hammer SAM
Excitation of sample for experimental modal tests with repeatable force level. Broadly configurable and avoids double hits reliably.
A-RET-xxxx Retro-Reflective Supplies
Selection of sprays, tape, sheets and micro glass beads for improvement of signal to noise ratio when measuring uncooperative surfaces.
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PSV QTec Scanning Vibrometer
PSV QTec Scanning Vibrometers take full-field vibration mapping to the next level with unrivalled optical sensitivity! Their innovative, patented QTec® technology uses multi-path interferometry based on infrared (SWIR) laser granting high-fidelity measurements on all surfaces from DC to 25 MHz. PSV QTec significantly reduce testing time - especially on dark, biological, rotating or moving objects, determining operational deflection shapes and Eigenmodes for NVH, acoustics, structural dynamics, ultrasonics, FEM validation and NDT.
PSV-500-3D Scanning Vibrometer
The PSV-500-3D Scanning Vibrometer measures 3D dynamics in research and product development in a reliable and precise way. Its visible HeNe laser provides outstanding SNR on well-reflecting sample surfaces and is ideal for small samples and under water. The deflection shapes and Eigenmodes detected help you with everything from NVH, acoustic and structurally dynamic issues to ultrasonic analyses, FEM validation and non-destructive testing from DC to 25 MHz.
PSV-500 Scanning Vibrometer
The PSV Scanning Vibrometer measures vibrations on an entire surface in a non-contact and laser precise way. Its visible HeNe laser provides outstanding SNR on well-reflecting sample surfaces and is ideal for small samples and under water. This flexible measurement platform allows researchers and developers to master the most challenging vibration measurement tasks with ease – from DC to 25 MHz. Detect and visualize operational deflection shapes and Eigenmodes with this cutting-edge laser Doppler vibrometer. Upgrade or expand it to a full 3D system once your application-specific demands grow.
MDE Multipoint Data Evaluation
For vibration testing of transient and non-stationary events, the MDE Multipoint Data Evaluation is a software solution for laser Doppler vibrometers (LDV). MDE offers a wide range of tools for data evaluation, deflection shape analysis in time and frequency and output filters for modal analysis.
RoboVib
By combining a 3D scanning vibrometer and an industrial robot, RoboVib® forms an automated test station for measuring everything from complex components to complete vehicle bodies. Reduce testing time and expenses as well as time to market significantly in experimental modal analysis. Conduct comprehensive 360° testing of a vehicle body, for example, within only one-two days and overnight instead of weeks of preparation with conventional test setups.
PSV Software
The PSV Software is the heart of every Polytec full-field vibration measurement system. This comprehensive software package allows the fast and simple acquisition, display and editing of vibration measurement data gathered with all PSV Scanning Vibrometers, the MSA Micro System Analyzer series for microscopic observations or the automated structural test station RoboVib®.
Automation
Polytec offers intuitive and powerful interfaces and options for remote control and automation of measurement data acquisition and evaluation. Speed up your tests by automating recurring measurements and evaluations, integration into your own testing software via driver, remote adjustment of measurement settings, querying and monitoring the device status and more.