Form Measurement

Precision you can see, confidence you can measure. Mitutoyo Form Measurement Systems are engineered to capture even the smallest variations in shape, contour and surface with unmatched accuracy. From roundness and flatness to contour and surface roughness, these systems give manufacturers the clarity they need to meet today’s most demanding quality standards. Backed by decades of metrology expertise, Mitutoyo delivers the tools and technology that help businesses eliminate uncertainty and achieve consistency across every measurement.

Surftest

Mitutoyo Surface Roughness Testers are designed to deliver clear, precise results whether you’re in the lab, on the shop floor or out in the field. The versatile SJ-220 Surftest stands out for its compact, portable design and intuitive operation, making it easier than ever to capture critical roughness parameters with confidence anywhere. From everyday inspections to advanced quality control, Mitutoyo provides the trusted measurement solutions that help manufacturers maintain the highest standards of performance and finish.

Contracer

Mitutoyo Contracer systems are built to deliver unmatched accuracy in evaluating profiles, edges and intricate shapes that standard tools can’t capture. Whether you’re analyzing gears, bearings or precision-machined components, Mitutoyo Contracers make it simple to obtain clear, repeatable contour data. With intuitive operation, robust software and decades of metrology expertise behind them, Mitutoyo Contracers help manufacturers ensure that even the most detailed features meet exacting design and quality requirements.

Formtracer

Mitutoyo Formtracer systems offer high-resolution, high-repeatability tracing of complex shapes and translate raw geometries into actionable dimensional data. From gentle curves to sharp transitions, if you’re inspecting mold cavities, turbine blades or precision mechanical parts, Mitutoyo Formtracer systems give you the clarity to spot even the smallest deviations. Available with several different stylus and detector head types, each Mitutoyo Formtracer System features powerful software, robust mechanics and decades of Mitutoyo metrology craftsmanship.

Roundtest

Mitutoyo Roundtest systems bring ultra-precise roundness and cylindricity analysis to your shop or lab, delivering dependable, repeatable measurements with minimal setup. From compact bench-top models to high-accuracy systems like the RA-1600 with 0.02 µm+6H/10000 turntable rotational accuracy and digital adjustment table for fast centering and leveling, these instruments combine powerful ROUNDPAK analysis software, intelligent automation and rugged mechanical design. Whether you're validating bearing races, cylindrical shafts or precision bores, Roundtest systems turn form-error uncertainty into measurable, actionable data.

Roundtracer

Mitutoyo Roundtracer systems, especially the Roundtracer Extreme (RTX) and Roundtracer Flash, redefine how fast and flexibly you can capture roundness, cylindricity and shaft form. The RTX combines roundness, contour and surface roughness in a high-throughput, CNC platform. Its motorized sliding detector axes, high-speed X and Z drives (up to 100 mm/s) and smart centering architecture delivers extremely fast “flash” cycle times with stable performance. The optical Roundtracer Flash leverages a side-by-side 2D image sensor array to generate a seamless stitched image of the part with no vertical sensor movement needed. This feature delivers exceptionally fast cycle times with stable performance like the RTX. Together, the Roundtracer Extreme and Roundtracer Flash give manufacturers the speed, versatility and confidence to push production efficiency while ensuring every critical component meets the highest precision standards.

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What kind of software is used with these machines?

Mitutoyo provides dedicated software for its product lines: ROUNDPAK for the Roundtest series and FORMTRACEPAK for the Formtracer series. These programs are essential for controlling the machine, analyzing measurement data, and generating professional reports. They offer features like graphical display of profiles, filtering, and the ability to re-analyze data after a measurement.

What is ROUNDPAK software?

ROUNDPAK is the dedicated analysis software for Mitutoyo's Roundtest series. It's used to analyze measurement data, generate reports, and perform advanced evaluations of roundness, cylindricity, and other form parameters.

What is FORMTRACEPAK software?

FORMTRACEPAK is the software for the Formtracer series. It controls the machine, analyzes contour and roughness data, and generates inspection reports.

Can a single machine measure both contour and surface roughness?

Yes. Some machines, like the Formtracer Avant, are dual-purpose and can be equipped with a detachable detector for either contour or surface roughness measurement.

How is the Surftest SJ-220 series different from the larger machines?

The Surftest SJ-220 is a portable surface roughness tester. It's designed to be a handheld tool for quick, on-site measurements, making it ideal for shop floors and mobile quality control. It can measure various roughness parameters and stores data on an SD card for later analysis.

Training & Education

Mitutoyo training and education programs empower professionals to get the most out of their precision measuring tools by combining expert instruction with hands-on learning. From foundational metrology principles to advanced application techniques, Mitutoyo experts will demonstrate how to properly use and maintain your precision instruments for maximum performance and longevity with courses designed to improve accuracy, efficiency and confidence in every measurement. Whether delivered in-person, online, or on-site, Mitutoyo training ensures that every participant walks away with practical skills, a deeper understanding of precision measurement and the assurance that they are working at the highest standards of quality.

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