3D Contact Angle – Ayríís – Krüss

Revolutionize Surface Quality Control with Ayríís

Eliminate all user intervention and guesswork from quality control checks related to wettability. Ayríís by Krüss leverages advanced 3D drop projection technology to deliver perfectly reliable QC with just a click. In mere seconds, Ayríís measures the 3D Contact Angle of water and auto-validates results based on preset quality guidelines, simplifying the process with a straightforward pass/fail outcome.

Designed for the rigors of 24/7 operation in production environments, Ayríís is a robust, mobile instrument equipped with rechargeable batteries and prefilled cartridges, ready to tackle surface quality assessments without the need for user intervention.

Applications and Measuring Techniques

Ayríís is crucial for the quality assurance in cleaning, pretreatment, and coating processes, determining the wettability of various materials prior to further treatment, and evaluating the performance of hydrophobic coatings. Its mobility allows for application on large workpieces and across diverse sectors including automotive, electronics, and semiconductor industries.

Innovative Technology and User-Friendly Design

With the introduction of the 3D Contact Angle measurement technique, Ayríís sets new standards in accuracy and reliability. The instrument’s innovative design allows for easy integration into automated quality control systems, offering remote operation capabilities and seamless data integration.

Technical Specifications


Dosing System
  • Syringe Dosing: water single pressure dosing
  • Drop deposition (syringe dosing): software-controlled
  • Syringes, volume: prefilled water cartridge (4 mL)
  • Resolution (syringe dosing): 0.1 μL
  • Speed (syringe dosing): fixed

Camera system
  • Types: stereo camera

Camera system (standard)
  • Connection: MIPI CSI-2
  • Performance: 2 cameras with 50 fps at 1024 x 1024 px each

Data output
  • Types: Microsoft Excel (xml format) via Ethernet

Optics (standard)
  • Focus: fixed focus
  • Zoom: fixed focal length

Illumination
  • Types: 2 lasers + 90 high power LEDs
  • Wave length, dominant: white

Software
  • Software type: integrated user interface
  • Software languages: English
  • Software modules: Contact angle (included)

Sessile drop
  • Results: contact angle
  • Range: 0 to 140°
  • Resolution: 0.1°
  • Accuracy: 2°
  • Models: 3D Contact Angle
  • Types: static

Sample dimensions
  • Maximum sample space: ∞ × ∞ × ∞ (W × D × H)

Instrument dimensions
  • Footprint: 58 mm x 51 mm (W x D)
  • Height: 290 mm
  • Weight (without accessories): 1.15 kg

Environment
  • Operating temperature: 10 °C to 40 °C
  • Storage temperature: 5 °C to 45 °C
  • Humidity: without condensation

Interfaces
  • PC: USB 3.0

Housing and peripherals
  • Compartment: aluminum
  • Touch display: integrated color IPS display(480 x 800 px, size 4'')

Power supply
  • Voltage: 15 V
  • Battery runtime: 4 h
  • Charging power: max. 30 W

FAQ - 3D Contact Angle – Ayríís – Krüss

What is 3D Contact Angle measurement technology and how does it benefit quality control processes?

Ayríís leverages advanced 3D drop projection technology to accurately measure the contact angle of water on various surfaces, which is a key parameter in assessing wettability. This technology eliminates the need for manual intervention and guesswork, providing reliable, quick, and straightforward quality control checks, thereby ensuring the surface quality of materials in production environments.

Can Ayríís be integrated into existing automated quality control systems?

Yes, Ayríís's innovative design facilitates easy integration into automated quality control systems. It offers remote operation capabilities and seamless data integration, ensuring it can complement and enhance existing quality control frameworks within production environments.

What types of industries can benefit from using Ayríís?

Ayríís is versatile and can be utilized across various sectors, including the automotive, electronics, and semiconductor industries. Its mobility and advanced measurement capabilities make it ideal for quality assurance in cleaning, pretreatment, and coating processes, as well as for evaluating the performance of hydrophobic coatings on large workpieces.

What are the key specifications of the Ayríís instrument?

The Ayríís instrument boasts of a sophisticated dosing system with syringe dosing for water single pressure dosing, a stereo camera system for precise measurements, and a high-resolution data output compatible with Microsoft Excel (XML format). It also includes an integrated user interface software, a wide sessile drop contact angle measurement range, and durable construction suited for rigorous production environments.

How does the Ayríís instrument validate the quality of measurements?

Ayríís auto-validates measurement results against preset quality guidelines, offering a pass/fail outcome. This removes the uncertainty from quality control checks and ensures that the measurements are reliable and adhere to the required standards for surface wettability.

Is the Ayríís instrument portable and suited for field applications?

Yes, Ayríís is designed to be robust and mobile, with rechargeable batteries and prefilled cartridges for easy transportation and use in the field. Its compact dimensions and weight make it an ideal tool for quality control checks on large workpieces or in environments where portability is a necessity.

What type of support and maintenance does the Ayríís instrument require?

Ayríís is built for 24/7 operation in demanding production environments with minimal maintenance. It comes with an integrated user interface in English for straightforward operation, and its durable construction ensures long-lasting performance with basic care and occasional calibration as per the manufacturer's guidelines.

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