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  • Sensofar Metrology is a multi-national company aiming to develop, manufacture, and market high-end 3D surface metrology instruments. We also provide consultancy within the field of metrology and pursue a philosophy of guaranteeing advanced techniques, high quality, and customer service.

    R&D is an additional and key goal of the company. We have been combining the new product lines with some value-added improvements based on our comprehensive knowledge of the optical metrology field and by working very closely with the CD6-UPC. Through this relationship, Sensofar is able to continually consolidate its expertise in its core technologies: non-contact optical 3D surface measurements.

Product Portfolio
  • INDUSTRY & RESEARCH

  • General purpose 3D optical profilometers

    Sensofar’s general purpose solutions are appropriate for a broad range of high-end surface measurement applications.

    Sensofar’s 3D optical systems include several imaging technologies, in a 4-in-1 approach, the user can then select the best technique for the task at hand. Also, automated acquisition modules have been created to facilitate all QC procedures. The result is unparalleled versatility for both Quality Control and Research and Development.

    Sensofar is continuously working to provide the best customer experience. Our 3D optical systems are easy to use, intuitive and fast. Even if you are a beginner user, the system can be managed with just one click. Software modules adapt the system to the user’s requirements. 

    Our 3D surface optical metrology range, includes versatile systems able to measure different textures, structures, roughness and waviness, all across varying surface scales.

      • S wide

      • The S wide is designed to measure large areas in one single shot, suited for speed and shape measurement applications.

        • Extended measurements
        • Shape, contour and roughness
      • S neox

      • The S neox is the most versatile 3D optical system in the market. Full capabilities and measurement automation features.

        • Extended measurements
        • Automating procedures
        • Fastest Confocal in the market
      • S neox - Five Axis

      • The S neox Five Axis combines a high-accuracy rotational module with the versatility and advanced inspection of the S neox.

        • Provides all the S neox features and capabilities
        • Rotational stage (complete 3D volumetric measurement)
      • S lynx

      • The S lynx 2 is a compact and versatile 3D optical system for roughness, volume, and critical dimensions measurements.

        • Extended measurements
        • Fast acquisitions across its three measuring technologies
      • S neox - Grand Format

      • The S neox Grand Format offers a complete solution, from the hardware to the software perspective, for 3D surface measurements of large panels in semiconductor, display, and PCB industries.

        • Expansive 600 x 600 mm travel range
        • Certified for semiconductor characterization
    • Analysis solutions

    • An extensive combination of software is available to meet the needs of operators and researchers, looking for the best complement to analyze their measurement data. Guided solutions and automated procedures are ready to go along with the user.
        • SensoVIEW Powerful analysis software

        • SensoVIEW is an ideal software for a broad range of analysis tasks. A comprehensive suite of tools for preliminary examination and analysis.

          This dynamic software provided with the Sensofar systems offers a complete set of user friendly tools for displaying and analyzing measurements. The user is trained and guided through the 3D environment, delivering a unique user experience: Access to operators in just one-click; icons with eye-catching design; a better function understanding; and simultaneous 3D, 2D and profile views are just some of the key features of the SensoVIEW analysis software.

          SensoVIEW analysis software provides a specific step guide to get surface texture parameters according to ISO 21920 and 25178 for roughness parameters and ISO 12781 for flatness ones. It is the easiest way to fulfill roughness & waviness ISO standards, simplifying the analysis process.

        • SensoPRO Rapid quality control

        • It has never been so easy to perform fast quality control in a production line. Plug-in-based data analysis algorithms provide a high degree of flexibility.

          It has never been so easy to perform rapid quality control in a production line. Thanks to SensoPRO, a production line operator only needs to load the sample and follow guided instructions to get a pass/fail report. Plug-in-based data analysis algorithms provide a high degree of flexibility. New modules can be easily customized to other industry needs.

          Our development team is used to working on customized solutions for those clients who do not find what they need among our other available packages. We offer the expertise of our engineers to find the solution that best suits the required application.

        • SensoMAP Advanced analysis software

        • Based on Mountains technology, is an extremely powerful tool for analysis and reporting. Modularly and adaptable to customer requirements.

          SensoMAP, based on Mountains technology from Digital Surf, is an extremely powerful tool for analysis and reporting. SensoMAP advanced analysis software is completely modularly adaptable to customer requirements. Two levels (standard and premium) and several modules are available. 

        • SensoCOMP 3D inspection software

        • A software for dimensional analysis and CAD-based comparison. It ensures reliable results with minimal training and maximum confidence.

          SensoCOMP is Sensofar’s 3D inspection software for dimensional analysis and CAD-based comparison. It allows users to validate and compare 3D measurements using intuitive tools, cross-section analysis, and tolerance-based evaluations. Fully integrated with Sensofar’s systems, it ensures reliable results with minimal training and maximum confidence.

          The software has been designed with a clear purpose: to guide users through the 3D inspection process with clarity, structure, and confidence. Whether you’re an expert in dimensional metrology or using inspection software for the first time, SensoCOMP provides a step-by-step workflow that leads you from data import to actionable results. Each stage is thoughtfully designed to reduce complexity, prevent errors, and ensure reliable outcomes; making advanced dimensional inspection accessible to any user without sacrificing control or precision. 

        • Software Development Kit

        • A set of tools that enable remote control of sensors. It generates and manages communication between the client’s computer and the sensors.

          We provide an SDK (Software Development Kit), a collection of tools for developing custom applications to manage sensors. This SDK facilitates the integration of our sensors with additional hardware and the design of a tailored user interface. 

      • Markets

      • The Sensofar’s general purpose 3D optical profilometers make it appropriate for a broad range of high-end surface measurement applications and markets.
          • Advanced manufacturing

          • The Precision Manufacturing market includes micro-manufacturing, additive manufacturing, and injection molding industries, among others. The 4-in-1 technologies embedded in Sensofar’s 3D optical profilers provide the most versatile and complete solution in this market.

            • GD&T measurements of drilling, milling and cutting tools.
            • Reverse engineering through CAD comparisons.
            • Cutting edge radius measurements of inserts and other cutting tools.
            • Surface roughness measurements on any material.
            • Volume measurements of porous materials.
            • High resolution measurement of sink marks and joint lines.
            • Shape and roughness measurements of molds.
            • Automatic detection and analyses of holes, traces, trenches, step heights and bumps among others.
          • Aerospace & Automotive

          • The automotive and aerospace markets work with highly demanding industrial standards. Sensofar’s 3D optical profilers enable fast, non- invasive and accurate control of the manufacturing process and the prediction of function performance of a wide range of samples of a vehicle. We can easily characterize the surface profile, surface finish (roughness) and wear volume of different engine parts.

          • Archaeology & Paleontology

          • During the last decade, the analysis of 3D images obtained through Sensofar’s 3D optical profilers in the fields of Archaeology and Paleontology are providing excellent
            results for:

            • The analysis of wear on archaeological tools and teeth to obtain information on how people behaved in the past.
            • The characterization of ablation craters associated to Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) measurements.
          • Consumer electronics

          • The consumer electronics market includes Semiconductors, Printed Circuit Boards (PCB’s) and Display industries, among others. Sensofar has become a true money saving tool in many applications given its speed and versatility.

            • Measurement of critical dimensions of Wafer Level Chip Scale Packaging and photomasks.
            • Chip edge measurements.
            • Radius surface.
            • Roughness measurements on e.g., Copper.
            • Wear characterization of polishing pads, dicing blades and grinding wheels.
            • Solar Cell surface texture measurements.
            • Probe depth measurements.
            • Automatic detection and analyses of holes, traces, trenches, step heights and bumps.
            • Nanometric measurement of defects on glass boards.
            • Thickness, Profile and roughness measurements of thin and thick optical films.
          • Inspection of stents

          • Sensofar Medical is a leading-edge technology company within the Sensofar group. We work hard to stay at the forefront of innovation, providing dedicated inspection systems of implantable medical devices and components, including stents and heart valves. Supported by 15 years of previous experience in the field of surface inspection with optical techniques, we aim to become a world reference for those who are committed to improving medical technology.

            Sensofar Medical is transforming the optical inspection of stents -like vascular devices. We offer outstanding solutions for in-line inspection, assisting the operators to make faster and more reliable decisions, minimizing risk and optimizing cost and efficiency. Our inspection systems have been designed as comprehensive solutions for simplifying and streamlining device assessment and approval.

          • Medical Devices

          • Due to the critical nature of its work, the medical device industry demands the highest quality standards. Over the years, these devices have continuously improved, ensuring efficiency and safety through rigorous quality controls and characterizations. Sensofar’s optical systems play a crucial role by providing valuable insights into device functionality, enabling fast, versatile, and non-contact assessments.

            • Surface texture of myriad medical devices, including intraoperative devices, prosthetics, implantable devices, and diagnostic platforms like microfluidic chips.
            • Solutions that provide comprehensive characterization, including measurements of roughness and form, even in complex-shaped or hard-to-reach areas of implants.
            • Critical dimension measurements, volume calculations, and particle detection to learn different aspects of the devices.
            • Systems that adhere to well-established calibration and certification procedures, ensuring they provide accurate and meaningful data.
          • Tooling

          • The designing and manufacturing of tools directly affects the production quality of the end-user industry. Sensofar’s 3D optical profilers enable fast, non-invasive and accurate control of the manufacturing process, as well as the prediction of function performance of a wide range of tools.

            • Roughness measurements at the valleys, flanks and peaks of threads.
            • Cutting edge radius measurements of inserts and other cutting tools.
            • Quantification of droplets for improved coating processes.
            • GD&T measurements.
            • Reverse engineering through CAD comparisons.
          • Optics

          • The Optics industry is an important global economic driver. There are more and more complex and sophisticated applications for optical systems that require advanced and accurate manufacturing processes. Sensofar’s 3D optical profilers enable fast and non-contact measurements that meet the most high-quality control and assurance standards.

            • Fast and non-contact measurements of shape of optical elements.
            • Surface finish measurements of lenses, beam splitters, filters, and active and adaptive optical elements, among others.
            • Characterization of defects on optical elements with sub-nanometric resolution.
            • Measurements of IOLs and contact lenses molds.
          • Security & Defense

          • Sensofar’s 3D optical profilers have become essential tools for Defense and Police departments worldwide, enhancing the analysis and understanding of various forensic materials.

            • Sensofar’s technology offers fast, reliable, and non-invasive profiling of micro-geometry on surfaces.
            • Detailed surface measurements of drugs and their packaging for improved identification and traceability.
            • Characterization of the nano- and microstructures on ID cards and banknotes that aid in verifying authenticity and preventing fraud.
            • The profilers also capture precise 3D topographies of forensic tools such as scissors and wire cutters, supporting thorough evidence examination and material analysis.
        • APPLICATIONS

        • Our products are designed to solve inspection requirements in the field of semiconductors, microelectronics, optics, and surface finishing. Covering the large markets of precision manufacturing and consumer electronics.
            • Advanced Packaging


            • Heterogeneous integration and advanced packaging are revolutionary innovations that combine different technologies into a single, compact system. This boosts performance, reduces power consumption, and enables applications with large data capacity like AI, 5G, and High-Performance Computing. They are the foundation for the future, the evolution of computing as traditional methods reach their limits.
            • Batteries

            • In our increasingly electrified world, batteries play a pivotal role in powering everything from electric vehicles to portable electronics. Sensofar’s Non-contact 3D optical systems are ideal for measuring surface texture, flatness, and critical dimensions of batteries, providing crucial insights for enhancing battery efficiency, lifespan, and safety.

            • Display

            • We work mainly with FPDs (Flat Panel Displays) to measure different features -arrays, coatings, or spacers- depending on which stage of the manufacture the characterization is performed.

            • IC Packaging

            • Integrated Circuit (IC) Packaging is the last stage of semiconductor manufacture and consists of the encapsulation of a semiconductor component. We mainly measure the dimensions of the pins and their surface finish so they connect properly to the PCB.

            • Medical Implants


            • Ensuring the highest quality standards is crucial in medical implants, where precise assessment tools are essential for predicting outcomes. Sensofar’s optical systems provide reliable characterization of surface texture, volume, and critical dimensions of medical implants, delivering tailored solutions to meet the specific demands of various applications.
            • Optics

            • The optics application is known to be a challenging one: samples are very smooth, flat, and sometimes transparent. Only high-end profilometers can image them and meet the tight requirements this field demands. Our experience is in lenses and optical filters for roughness, arrays of micro lenses, and film thickness.

            • PCB

            • Manufacturing PCBs can vary greatly depending on the purpose and design of the board. Nevertheless, there are common elements that apply to all PCBs that are critical for their correct function. Sensofar has optimized its analysis software to copper circuits, vias, and pads.

            • Semiconductors

            • Semiconductors are the backbone of modern life.
              Found in everything, from smartphones and electric vehicles to AI systems and industrial automation, they power over 90% of all electronic devices.
              As chip complexity increases and miniaturization continues, semiconductor metrology becomes essential to ensure high yield, quality, and reliability in production.

            • Tooling

            • Characterizing cutting tools is very important to ensure a quality final product. It can also give information about the amount of material that will be removed when cutting. More specifically, the cutting edge of a tool is a key feature to characterize, in terms of useful lifespan and performance of the tool and the required speed and resulting precision of the cut.

          • Integrable metrology solutions

          • Sensofar’s integrable metrology 3D sensors are the result of more than 20 years’ experience in surface metrology systems.

            Production environments are often hostile to metrology equipment: variable conditions, vibrations, aggressive materials, etc. make measurement tasks more difficult. Our integrable 3D sensors have been designed with exactly this in mind. The sealed sensor head keeps out debris and particles. Our optical assembly contains no moving parts, so the sensors stay clean and aligned for a long time.

            Small size and low weight make designing for integration easy. Functional in any orientation, Sensofar sensors can be positioned as the application requires. Cable lengths are up to 20 m. Our sensors are perfectly adaptable for both in-line production and robot-mounted sensing applications.

            Sensofar’s 3D Sensors are designed to fulfill the top-notch requirements in QC&QA applications. Our 3D Sensors range includes versatile systems able to measure different textures and structures all across varying the surface scale. 

              • S mart

              • The S mart 2 is the only areal confocal sensor on the market which is also an autonomous sensor. It is the perfect combination between compact design and versatility.

                • FOV (single shot) > 3.4 x 2.8 mm
                • Computer Embedded in the head
                • Acquisition time 2 s
                • Optical resolution
                • Measurement noise
              • S neox

              • The S neox addresses the need for maximum flexibility in an integrable sensor and is thus the most versatile industrial system on the market.

                • FOV (single shot) > 6.7 x 5.6 mm
                • Acquisition time 3 s
                • Optical resolution
                • Measurement noise
              • S neox Cleanroom

              • The S neox Cleanroom is the most versatile integrable head on the market and the only one to be ISO Class 1 compatible.

                • FOV (single shot) > 6.7 x 5.6 mm
                • Acquisition time 3 s
                • Optical resolution
                • Measurement noise
              • S wide

              • The S wide is designed to measure large areas in one single shot, suited for those applications where speed and shape measurement is the priority.

                • FOV (single shot) 34.7 x 29.1 mm
                • Acquisition time 1 s
                • Optical resolution n/a
                • Measurement noise 1 µm
            • Innovation for optical inspection of stents and medical devices

            • Sensofar Medical is a leading-edge technology company within the Sensofar group. We work hard to stay at the forefront of innovation, providing dedicated inspection systems of implantable medical devices and components, including stents and heart valves. Supported by 15 years of previous experience in the field of surface inspection with optical techniques, we aim to become a world reference for those who are committed to improving medical technology.

              Sensofar Medical is transforming the optical inspection of stents -like vascular devices. We offer outstanding solutions for in-line inspection, assisting the operators to make faster and more reliable decisions, minimizing risk and optimizing cost and efficiency. Our inspection systems have been designed as comprehensive solutions for simplifying and streamlining device assessment and approval.

                • Q vix Stent & Heart Valve Inspection

                • Comprehensive solution for the inspection of stents and heart valves

                  Q vix has been designed as a full solution for the inspection of stents and heart valves. The combination of state-of-the-art hardware and software makes it possible to complete the devices’ final inspection automatically and with a single tool.

                • Q vix PivotContoured Stent & Heart Valve Inspection

                • Inspection system for the new generation of implantable devices

                  Q vix Pivot is the outcome of Sensofar’s wide experience in stent inspection technologies, taking a leap forward in the inspection of flared and contoured devices and solving the challenge of inspecting non-cylindrical geometries.

                • AVIT 5 Vibration Isolation Table

                • Compact and elegant isolation solution for accurate results

                  Optimal vibration isolation is essential for analyzing surface features down to the nanometer level and for characterizing surface roughness and coating thickness in medical devices. AVIT5, equipped with active vibration isolation technology, is the most effective solution for achieving this level of accuracy during the characterization of medical devices surfaces.

                • Mandrels Customized solution

                • Customized solution tailored for each application

                  Mandrel fixtures are available as a customized solution to ensure a perfect rotation of the sample during optical inspection. The mandrels provided by Sensofar Medical are custom made for each sample and application, with sizes ranging from less than 1mm to 32mm in diameter and for sample length up to 200mm.