The VB300 is another optical comparator built to the Starrett trademark formula: high performance at a low price. This vertical bench-top comparator is designed to meet the demands of modern industry, and is ideal for the rapid inspection of small light-weight components, stampings, plastic molding, electronic components, small turned parts, and more.

• All metal construction for optimum performance
• 12" (300mm) diameter screen with overlay clips
• Linear encoder (glass scale) on both X and Y axes
• Stage weight capacity: 5kg (evenly distributed)
• LED profile and surface illumination
• Screen driven Q-axis
• Quick release mechanism on X-axis and Y-axis
• Available with a simple integrated LED readout display (as shown) or choice of the new MetLogix™ or Quadra-Chek® digital readout systems

The VB400 Vertical Optical Comparator allows flat parts to be simply laid on a glass insert in the workstage. Features include a 400mm diameter vertical screen, ultra-bright LED profile and surface illumination, and linear encoder scales for 0.5μm resolution.

• All metal construction
• 16" (400mm) diameter screen
• Collimating condenser with yellow/green filter and provision to mount further accessories
• Linear encoder (glass scale) on both X and Y axes
• LED profile and surface illumination
• Digital protractor for accurate angle measurements (1' resolution) via Q-axis readout
• Available with MetLogix™ M1 tablet, M2 PC-based touch screen measuring software or Quadra-Chek® digital readout system
• Fine adjustment on all axes
• Quick release mechanism on the X-axis