The 1.5 inch tooling ball reflector kit is a precision surveying target set designed for total station measurements, control-point establishment, tooling-ball positioning, and dimensional inspection. It combines a silver-coated 1.5-inch Tooling Ball Reflector (TBR) with a prism holder, positioning nests, adapters, probes, prism poles, and marking accessories for versatile field and workshop applications.
This complete TBR ball prism kit provides a practical solution for applications where a spherical reflector is required for precise optical measurement. The silver-coated ball prism is designed to provide a defined reflective target for total station observations, while the included nests and adapters support different positioning and mounting requirements.
With a stated 3 arcsec beam deviation, +17.5 mm Swiss offset, and -16.9 mm absolute prism constant, the kit provides important optical parameters for surveyors and metrology professionals when configuring their measurement equipment.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Product Type | 1.5″ Ball Reflector Control Kit |
| Reflector Type | Single Tooling Ball Prism / TBR |
| Ball Size | 1.5 inch |
| Coating | Silver Coated |
| Prism Accuracy | 3 arcsec beam deviation |
| Swiss Offset | +17.5 mm |
| Absolute Prism Constant | -16.9 mm |
| Thread Adapter | M8 Metric / 3/8″ Imperial |
| Ball Prism | 1 |
| Prism Holder | 1 |
| Drift Nest | 1 |
| Multi-functional Nest | 1 |
| Corner Positioning Nest | 1 |
| Edge Positioning Nest | 1 |
| Tripod Adapter | 1 |
| Nylon Adapter | 4 |
| Probe | 1 |
| Prism Pole | 4 |
| Marker Sticker | 10 |
Key Benefits
- 1.5-inch tooling ball reflector for precision surveying and measurement applications
- Silver-coated spherical reflector for optical targeting
- Complete tooling-ball reflector kit with multiple positioning accessories
- 3 arcsec prism beam deviation specification
- +17.5 mm Swiss offset for applicable surveying calculations
- -16.9 mm absolute prism constant
- Includes metric M8 and imperial 3/8-inch thread adapter options
- Multiple nests support different positioning and mounting configurations
- Includes prism poles, probe, adapters, and marker stickers
- Suitable for total station surveying, dimensional measurement, and control-point applications
Features of the TBR Ball Prism Kit
Silver-Coated 1.5-Inch Ball Prism
The primary reflector is a 1.5-inch spherical tooling ball prism with a silver-coated reflective surface. Its spherical geometry makes it useful where the reflector needs to be located from different measurement directions.
Precision Optical Specifications
The reflector is specified with 3 arcsec beam deviation, along with defined Swiss and absolute prism constants. These specifications can be used when determining the appropriate prism settings and measurement corrections on compatible surveying instruments.
Multiple Positioning Nests
The kit includes a drift nest, multi-functional nest, corner positioning nest, and edge positioning nest. These components provide different ways to locate and secure the tooling ball according to the measurement setup.
Metric and Imperial Thread Adapter
The included thread adapter supports M8 metric or 3/8-inch imperial threading, providing additional mounting flexibility for different tooling and positioning arrangements.
Complete Field and Measurement Set
Rather than purchasing individual components separately, this kit combines the primary ball reflector with holders, nests, adapters, probes, prism poles, and marking accessories in one package.
What’s Included
The 1.5 inch tooling ball reflector kit includes:
- 1 × Silver-coated ball prism
- 1 × Prism holder
- 1 × Drift nest
- 1 × Multi-functional nest
- 1 × M8 / 3/8-inch thread adapter
- 1 × Corner positioning nest
- 1 × Edge positioning nest
- 1 × Tripod adapter
- 4 × Nylon adapters
- 1 × Probe
- 4 × Prism poles
- 10 × Marker stickers
Applications
The tooling ball reflector kit can be used for a range of professional measurement tasks, including:
- Total station surveying
- Survey control and reference-point measurement
- Precision positioning and alignment
- Dimensional inspection
- Construction and engineering measurement
- Industrial metrology applications
- Tooling and fixture positioning
- Coordinate measurement and verification
- Surveying of structural and mechanical reference points
Who Is This Kit For?
This tooling ball reflector kit for total stations is suitable for:
- Land surveyors
- Surveying engineers
- Construction professionals
- Industrial measurement technicians
- Metrology professionals
- Engineering inspection teams
- Geomatics professionals
- Users requiring a spherical reflective target for optical measurement
Why Choose a Tooling Ball Reflector?
A tooling ball reflector provides a defined spherical measurement target that can be incorporated into precision positioning and coordinate measurement workflows. The supplied nests and adapters make the kit more versatile than a reflector alone, allowing the ball to be positioned according to the requirements of the measurement setup.
For buyers working with total stations or other optical measurement equipment, the specified beam deviation, prism offset, and prism constant are important technical characteristics to consider before configuring the instrument.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 1.5 inch tooling ball reflector?
A 1.5 inch tooling ball reflector, commonly abbreviated as TBR, is a spherical reflective target used for optical surveying, positioning, and precision measurement. Its spherical form allows it to serve as a defined measurement target in different orientations.
What is the tooling ball reflector kit used for?
The tooling ball reflector kit is intended for applications such as total station surveying, control-point measurement, positioning, alignment, dimensional inspection, and other precision measurement workflows.
What size is the ball prism?
The reflector is a 1.5-inch tooling ball prism with a silver-coated reflective surface.
What is the prism constant of this TBR kit?
The supplied specification lists an absolute prism constant of -16.9 mm and a Swiss offset of +17.5 mm. Users should enter the appropriate value required by their specific surveying instrument and measurement method.
What is the prism accuracy?
The stated prism specification is 3 arcsec beam deviation.
Does the kit include mounting adapters?
Yes. The package includes a thread adapter supporting M8 metric or 3/8-inch imperial threading, along with a tripod adapter and four nylon adapters.
What positioning accessories are included?
The kit includes a drift nest, multi-functional nest, corner positioning nest, and edge positioning nest for different positioning requirements.
Is the prism pole included?
Yes. The listed package contains four prism poles.
What comes with the kit?
The complete package includes the silver-coated 1.5-inch ball prism, prism holder, four types of positioning/mounting accessories, thread and tripod adapters, four nylon adapters, a probe, four prism poles, and ten marker stickers.
Is this kit suitable for total station surveying?
The product is specifically described as a 1.5-inch ball reflector control kit for total station applications. Before use, verify the prism constant and instrument settings required by your particular total station and measurement workflow.
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