With the detailed images of friction tracks and their height representation as a topographical surface, it is possible to evaluate the effect of which pin on the friction disk. The topographical profiles can also be used to determine the frequency with which vibrations build up in the friction track. In addition, other surfaces can also be displayed in their condition after a load. The resolution of the system can be scaled with even more powerful cameras. It is also possible to use a rotation table to inspect an entire ring disk at all positions. This is an extension as a 3D portal system that can capture entire surfaces up to 300x400 mm.

The DFS profilometer software is used to control the measurement process. There are only 8 buttons to control the entire measurement process. This makes it possible to create a height measurement or an area profile without any introduction or special knowledge. The results can be printed out as a PDF test report. The entire measurement process is stored in the control software as a test plan. Individual extensions/additions can be added here to operate the measuring device completely in an automated environment. The controller can receive or transmit additional TTL levels and communicate with the controlling system via Ethernet (TCP) /Serial (RS232) or via the Wago Modbus terminal, as well as via a PLC (plc). This makes it suitable for a wide range of applications under industrial conditions.