Teledyne DALSA, part of Teledyne Technologies and a global leader in vision systems, has added the Z-Trak™ Express 1K5 to its line of 3D laser profilers. Designed for real-time, in-line 3D inspection, this new model balances speed, precision, and affordability. Capable of scanning up to 5,000 profiles per second, the system supports applications across industries such as automotive, battery manufacturing, lumber processing, factory automation, and logistics.
With a 1,700 mm horizontal field of view, the Z-Trak Express 1K5 enables detailed inspection of wide or large-format objects — from vehicle panels to wooden boards and conveyor pallets — all with a single sensor. The system also allows for multi-sensor configurations to handle more complex tasks like 360° object scanning, moving part thickness measurement, and field-of-view extension, all while maintaining high vertical resolution.
The Z-Trak Express 1K5 simplifies integration by using a single data cable to synchronize multiple sensors. It also supports content-based triggering, offering more control and versatility during operation. Designed to be ready out of the box, these sensors deliver micron-level accuracy without requiring on-site calibration.
To handle a wide range of surface types, shapes, and finishes, the Z-Trak Express 1K5 comes equipped with real-time profile enhancement tools, dual-point HDR, and laser options in both eye-safe red and blue wavelengths. All processing is done onboard, so there’s no compromise on throughput or scan rate.
Each Z-Trak Express 1K5 unit comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of tools designed to streamline setup and accelerate deployment in industrial environments. Z-Trak 3D Apps Studio provides a powerful platform for building and customizing 3D measurement and inspection workflows, enabling users to quickly adapt the system to specific production requirements.
Also included is Z-Expert, a graphical utility that simplifies sensor configuration and optimization, along with Sherlock™8, a reliable machine vision platform known for its flexibility and compatibility. Sherlock™8 supports seamless integration with a range of industrial communication protocols, including TCP/IP, MODBUS®, and ProfiNet®, ensuring smooth connectivity with PLCs and factory automation systems. Together, these tools offer a ready-to-use solution for high-performance 3D inspection tasks.
Teledyne Vision Solutions brings together some of the most respected names in industrial and scientific imaging. This includes Teledyne DALSA, e2v CMOS sensors, FLIR IIS, Lumenera, Photometrics, Princeton Instruments, Judson Technologies, Acton Optics, and Adimec. Working under a single structure, these groups offer unmatched depth and capability across the imaging spectrum, backed by global technical support and decades of domain experience. Teledyne continues to provide robust tools and systems that give customers a decisive edge in performance and reliability.
