Figures below are Optomech starting-from price bands for a base configuration — ex-works (Hyderabad), GST extra. Your final price depends on screen size, horizontal vs vertical layout, DRO, overlays, optics, calibration, installation and AMC.
A profile projector (optical comparator / shadowgraph) projects a magnified silhouette for overlay comparison and DRO measurement. It remains the workhorse for tool rooms, incoming inspection and simple contour checks — and the usual first instrument before stepping up to a vision measuring machine.
Profile projector price by tier
Compact vertical
Starting-from band · ex-works · GST extra
- Ø300 mm-class screen typical
- Bench / tool-room footprint
- Basic DRO or readout options
- Threads, small stampings, tools
Larger V / H builds
Starting-from band · ex-works · GST extra
- Larger screen / longer travel
- Horizontal for shafts & turned parts
- Richer DRO / geometric functions
- Better optics & illumination packs
VPP-CNC class
Starting-from band · ex-works · GST extra
- Motorised / CNC stage routines
- Camera edge detection options
- Higher repeatability vs manual
- Bridge toward VMM workflows
Price by model
| Model | Layout | Price band (ex-works, GST extra) |
|---|---|---|
| PP 300TL | Vertical | ₹2–4 lakh |
| PP 300TLE | Vertical | ₹2–4 lakh |
| PP 300TE | Vertical | ₹3–5 lakh |
| PP 400TE | Vertical | ₹3–8 lakh |
| PP 600VE | Vertical | ₹5–10 lakh |
| PP 400H | Horizontal | ₹5–8 lakh |
| PP 600H | Horizontal | ₹6–12 lakh |
| VPP-CNC | CNC / video | ₹8–18 lakh |
Individual models can sit outside the typical tier range depending on screen, DRO and options.
Horizontal vs vertical — architecture and cost
| Aspect | Vertical | Horizontal |
|---|---|---|
| Typical parts | Flat, short, stamped, moulded | Shafts, turned, longer profiles |
| Stage / workholding | Glass stage, overlay friendly | Centres / V-blocks common |
| Price (ex-works, GST extra) | From ₹2 lakh (PP 300TL / 300TLE) | ₹5–8 lakh (PP 400H) · ₹6–12 lakh (PP 600H) |
| Explore | Vertical PP | Horizontal PP |
Cost drivers that move a profile projector quote
Screen size
Calibrated screen diameter and projection quality set the optical package. Larger screens improve readability of fine profiles but raise cost and footprint.
Magnification & optics
Turret lenses, telecentric projection quality and surface vs profile illumination options change both accuracy and price.
DRO & geometric readout
Simple digital readouts vs multi-function DRO with skew compensation and geometric calculations is a primary mid-band differentiator.
Overlays & charts
Physical overlay charts, digital overlays and go/no-go templates are inexpensive relative to CNC — but specify what you actually use daily.
Motorisation / CNC video
Motorised stages and camera-based edge detection move you into the VPP-CNC band — justified when throughput or R&R requirements rise.
Calibration, install & AMC
NABL-traceable calibration, installation, training and annual service should sit in CapEx/OpEx planning alongside the instrument.
Need a configured projector quote?
Send sample parts or drawings. We will confirm vertical vs horizontal, screen and DRO — without overselling CNC you do not need.
When to step up to a VMM instead
If you need multi-feature GD&T, automated SPC export or sub-operator variation at volume, budget using the VMM price India guide (Optomech CNC VMMs ₹10–45 lakh, ex-works, GST extra). Many plants keep a projector for quick silhouette checks and add a VMM for production programmes. For other instruments, see QMM, digital microscope and bottle metrology prices.
Optomech Engineers builds profile projectors in India from Hyderabad, with vertical, horizontal and CNC video options on the profile projector product page. Domestic manufacture supports competitive landed cost and local service versus import-only shadowgraphs.
How to request an accurate quotation
- Part type (flat vs shaft) and max envelope
- Features measured (threads, radii, angles, overlays)
- Preferred screen size / magnification
- DRO vs CNC video requirement
- Calibration and AMC expectations