Pinpoint Laser Systems Launches Microgage Transceiver to Advance Industrial Precision Alignment!

Pinpoint Laser Systems Inc. has unveiled its latest innovation, the Microgage Transceiver, a compact and integrated solution designed to elevate precision alignment across demanding industrial sectors. By combining a laser transmitter with a dual-axis digital receiver, the Microgage Transceiver offers a streamlined approach to measurement and alignment, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and ease of use for technicians working in environments where precision is non-negotiable.

Engineered for industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, manufacturing, shipbuilding, and heavy machinery, the Microgage Transceiver addresses the challenges of alignment tasks that demand both reliability and simplicity. The system measures surface flatness, subtle slope variations, and angular deviations with remarkable sensitivity, empowering operators to detect even the smallest misalignments that could compromise performance or quality. By integrating these functions into a single unit, the device reduces setup time, minimizes complexity, and allows users to achieve high-level results without requiring extensive training.

One of the most notable features of the Microgage Transceiver is its ability to measure angular deviation with extremely high sensitivity, reaching sub arc-second levels. This enables users to identify minute angular shifts in machinery or surface planes that might otherwise go undetected. With its capacity to track angular changes simultaneously across two axes, the system provides valuable insight into how structural or mechanical components perform over time or under varying conditions. For tasks such as aligning gantry rails, verifying planar surfaces, maintaining consistency across large-scale assemblies, or monitoring machine tool stability, the Microgage Transceiver represents a significant advancement.

From a technical perspective, the Microgage Transceiver delivers linear measurement resolution of 0.0001 inches (2.5 microns) and accuracy of ±0.0002 inches (5 microns). Angular resolution reaches 0.00003 degrees, ensuring reliability even in precision-critical applications. The system is designed to operate effectively across distances of up to 180 feet, providing versatility for both small-scale and large-scale alignment projects. This extended range makes it suitable not only for machine tool calibration but also for structural alignment tasks such as antenna positioning, roll alignment, and gearbox or shaft verification.

Built to withstand demanding shop floor environments, the device is machined from solid aluminum, finished with a hard anodized coating, and reinforced with stainless steel components for durability. A built-in precision bubble level aids in accurate setup across multiple orientations, while a user-friendly interface provides straightforward operation. Indicators for laser activity and battery status keep technicians informed, and the unit’s ability to operate for more than 20 hours on four AA batteries ensures extended use without interruption.

According to Mory Creighton, CEO of Pinpoint Laser Systems Inc., the integration of a laser transmitter and receiver into a single device was a deliberate effort to simplify the alignment process while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy. “By integrating the laser transmitter and receiver into a single unit, we’ve streamlined the alignment process, making it more efficient and accessible for our customers across various industries,” Creighton explains.

With its durability, extended range, and unmatched precision, the Microgage Transceiver represents a new standard for industrial alignment and measurement. From machine slides and surface plates to shafts, rolls, and complex assemblies, it delivers the tools manufacturers need to ensure quality, consistency, and long-term performance in mission-critical operations.