Chameleon

Plug & Play with Seamless Software Compatibility

Chameleon is the most advanced retrofit Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) motion controller on the market, revolutionizing retrofits while saving precious time and cost.

Free to Retrofit Effortlessly

Designed to eliminate vendor lock-in, Chameleon seamlessly integrates with existing
inspection software and hardware, giving you the freedom to upgrade your system without costly overhauls.
 Engineered for effortless compatibility, our Chameleon retrofit controller retains your current
CMM inspection software with no I++ and zero rewiring while recycling original error map.

Hexagon HB3C-FB2 type back panel

Chameleon front panel

Renishaw type back panel

Hexagon HDC type back panel

Mitutoyo type back panel

Universal back panel

Why Chameleon?

Freedom without Disruptions

Retrofit your CMM – no need for software upgrading, part-program rewriting, or I++ protocol adaptation.

Unmatched Performance

Up to 2x faster scanning speed and 10x higher sampling rate, delivering superior measurement precision, while supporting laser scanners and confocal sensors.

Flexibility

Chameleon can work with several different inspection software installed on the same PC.

Future Ready Technology

Designed for compatibility with advanced sensors, ensuring your CMM remains cutting-edge.

Error Map Retention

Reuses the existing controller’s error map, eliminating the need for full recalibration.

Fast, Cost-Effective Retrofits

No cable cutting, rewiring, or full calibration required. Chameleon retrofits in just 2 days, reducing downtime and costs.

How Does Chameleon Work?

Technical Specifications

Software Support – Works with all major CMM software, including: PC-DMIS (natively), MCOSMOS (natively), Calypso, TouchDMIS, Verisurf, Polyworks (natively), Camio, CMM Manager (natively), and more.

Plug & Play Hardware Compatibility – Supports Hexagon FB2/B3C, Hexagon DC/RC, Renishaw, Mitutoyo, with fully compatible back panels – no rewiring and no interpolators needed.

Advanced Sensor Integration – Seamlessly supports line-laser and confocal, while ensuring smooth adaptability to future technologies.

Uncompromised Accuracy – Ensures smooth 3D trajectory movement and high- fidelity sensor sampling for both known and unknown scanning.

CMM Retrofits – Why & How

Many discontinued controllers no longer support modern software, making retrofits essential. Now you can upgrade your CMM effortlessly – boosting efficiency and machine lifespan.

Chameleon is the most flexible CMM retrofit controller. With seamless interconnectivity and interoperability, it smoothly integrates hardware and software – whether sustaining your existing setup or modernizing it. This plug-and-play solution ensures a hassle-free retrofit, minimizes downtime and cuts cost.

Find Your Chameleon

Use our Compatibility Checker to find the right Chameleon model for your needs and see how EasyCMM can revolutionize your CMM retrofits.