Press Release

Speed meets precision for high-density components – ZEISS METROTOM 800 320 kV

15 May 2025

High-resolution scans for complex parts with high density
Fast scanning with tight metrology specifications
Versatile applications enhance flexibility and productivity for demanding tasks

Oberkochen, Germany | 15 May 2025 | ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions

ZEISS has introduced the new ZEISS METROTOM 800 320 kV, a cutting-edge CT system that elevates the speed and precision of measuring complex components made from high-density materials. This system allows companies to significantly enhance efficiency and reduce costs through rapid measurements and exceptional accuracy.

Reduced Scan Times, Increased Productivity

Thanks to its powerful 320 kV X-ray source and sophisticated system design, the ZEISS METROTOM 800 320 kV reduces scan times by up to 75% compared to other METROTOM systems. This leads to faster results, higher throughput, and lower operating costs. Continuous X-ray tube operation without cooling phases further enhances productivity and minimizes downtime.

Highest Precision for Reliable Quality Assurance

The high tube voltage (320 kV, 500 W) and a minimum focal spot size of only 7 µm ensure excellent image quality and reliable measurement accuracy. Companies benefit from precise and reliable quality assurance that meets the highest industry standards (VDI/VDE 2630 1.3). This system provides significant competitive advantages, particularly in demanding medical technology, electronics, aerospace, and electromobility sectors.

Maximum Flexibility for a Wide Range of Applications

ZEISS METROTOM 800 320 kV is ideal for inspecting a wide range of components with a height of up to 470 mm, a diameter of up to 500 mm, and a weight of up to 50 kg. Its applications include:

Reliable quality control of complex electronic assemblies
Accurate measurement of cobalt-chrome or titanium medical implants
Analysis of additive manufactured metal components (e.g., Inconel)
Inspection of critical components in electric vehicles, such as battery stacks and stators

Easy Operation Saves Time and Resources

The intuitive software ZEISS INSPECT X-Ray combines data acquisition, evaluation, and analysis in a single application. This simplifies the onboarding process and significantly reduces the training required. Additionally, ZEISS Automated Defect Detection (ZADD) module employs AI to automatically detect critical defects, enhancing efficiency and minimizing personnel effort.

PRESS CONTACT Bernd Balle ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions

About ZEISS

ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In the previous fiscal year, the ZEISS Group generated annual revenue around 11 billion euros in its four segments Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets (30 September 2024).

For its customers, ZEISS develops, produces and distributes highly innovative solutions for industrial metrology and quality assurance, microscopy solutions for the life sciences and materials research, and medical technology solutions for diagnostics and treatment in ophthalmology and microsurgery. The name ZEISS is also synonymous with the world's leading lithography optics, which are used by the chip industry to manufacture semiconductor components. There is global demand for trendsetting ZEISS brand products such as eyeglass lenses, camera lenses and binoculars.

With a portfolio aligned with future growth areas like digitalization, healthcare and Smart Production and a strong brand, ZEISS is shaping the future of technology and constantly advancing the world of optics and related fields with its solutions. The company's significant, sustainable investments in research and development lay the foundation for the success and continued expansion of ZEISS' technology and market leadership. ZEISS invests 15 percent of its revenue in research and development – this high level of expenditure has a long tradition at ZEISS and is also an investment in the future.

With over 46,000 employees, ZEISS is active globally in around 50 countries with more than 60 sales and service locations, around 40 research and development facilities, and 35 production facilities worldwide (30 September 2024). Founded in 1846 in Jena, the company is headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.

Further information at www.zeiss.com

ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions

ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions is a leading manufacturer of multidimensional metrology solutions. These include coordinate measuring machines, optical and multisensor systems, microscopy systems for industrial quality assurance as well as metrology software for the automotive, aircraft, mechanical engineering, plastics and medical technology industries. Innovative technologies such as 3D X-ray metrology for quality inspection round off the portfolio. In addition, ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions offers a broad global spectrum of customer services with ZEISS Quality Excellence Centers close to its customers. The company is headquartered in Oberkochen. Production and development sites outside Germany are located in Minneapolis in the USA, Shanghai (China) and Bangalore (India). ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions is part of the Industrial Quality & Research segment.