Active Target

Motorized Tracking Target

What is Active Target?

Active Target is a motorized and battery-powered SMR (spherically mounted retroreflector) designed for automated tracking and measurements when paired with a Radian Laser Tracker. Featuring 360° rotation, it ensures continuous lock-on to the laser tracker, minimizing beam breaks. Its motorized technology automatically adjusts the reflector to face the laser tracker, making it ideal for tracking machine tools, CNC machines, and industrial robots with high accuracy.

Who is this for?

Active Target is designed for professionals seeking automated and precise measurements in applications like Volumetric Error Calibration, Machine Tool Inspection, Robotic Inspection, CNC Calibration, Rail Alignment, and CMM Tracking.

360°

Tracking

16 Hour

Battery Life

0.8 KG

Total Weight

Cableless

Operation

Automated
Calibration

Active Target™ paired with a Radian Laser Tracker allows for automated tracking and inspection of machine tools, CNC machines, and industrial robots.

SMR-Based
Accuracy

Active Target houses a break-resistant SMR(spherically mounted retroreflector). SMRs track over 80m in range with accuracies of ± 2.5 microns. SMRs offer high accuracy line of sight measurement.

360°
Tracking

The center reflector of the motorized target has 360° rotation enabling continuous lock-on to the laser tracker and eliminating beam breaks (infinite AZ rotation).

Technical Specifications

Parameter
Azimuth Tracking Angle:
Elevation Tacking Angle:
Tracking Distance:
Tracking Angular Speed:
Optic Centering Accuracy:
Weight:
Mounting Screws:
Battery
Battery Time:
Target Weight
Target Dimensions:
Target Height:
Specification
360° Unlimited
+80°/-55°
40M (131 FT)
50°/Second
∓ 12.5 μm
0.9kg (2lbs)
M3
Li-Ion Battery (Internal)
16 Hours
0.8kg (1.75lbs)
5.33cm x 11.18cm (2.1in x 4.4in)
16.76 cm (6.6 in) with Shank
12.19cm (4.8 in) without Shank

Features and Benefits

Motorized Targeting

Active Target’s built-in motorized technology automatically orients the reflector to face the laser tracker regardless of part movement.

360° of Measurement

The center reflector of the motorized target has 360° rotation enabling continuous lock-on to the laser tracker and eliminating beam breaks (infinite AZ rotation).

SMR Grade Target Centering

Active Target reflector has same accuracy as a SMR.

Safe and Easy Use

Battery powered and cable free, Active Target is safe and will not snag on machine parts.

Mounting Versatility

Weighing in at only 0.9kg (2lbs) the Active Target is designed to be mounted industrial Robots & CNC machines.

Applications

Active Target™ is a battery powered self-orienting motorized 360° rotation SMR that locks onto the laser tracker and automatically orientates to the laser beam allowing for automated tracking and measurements of machine tools, industrial robots, or automation where a standard SMR cannot perform.

Applications include:

  • Volumetric Error Calibration (VEC)
  • Machine Tool Inspection
  • Robotic Inspection
  • CNC Calibration
  • Rail Alignment
  • CMM Tracking