Camera's 3-D sensor measures up to 58 million points

JANUARY 25, 2010--The C4-2350-GigE camera uses a noncontact 3-D sensor with laser triangulation that measures up to 58 million 3-D points/s (at 23,450 profiles/s). Sensor resolution is 2352 × 1728 pixels with 7 × 7-µm pixels. 3-D algorithms include threshold-selection method, maximum method, COG method, and peak method (customized algorithms). The user can select up to four AOIs (sensor read-out window) in image and profile mode. The RS-422 interface converter has a programmable counter for profile trigger generation and integral identification of direction of movement. Data transmission is performed via Gigabit Ethernet interface. Automation Technology
Bad Oldesloe, Germany
www.automationtechnology.de-- Posted by Carrie Meadows, Vision Systems DesignFind more information on GigE Cameras

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PRESS RELEASE

C4-2350 - Highspeed 3D cameras with high resolution

C4-2350-GigE: high-speed camera and 3D
sensor

Sensor properties

• Non-contact 3D measurement in accordance with the laser-sheet of light (triangulation) method
• Measuring speed up to 58 Millionen 3D-points per second (at 23450 Profile/s)
• Dedicated CPU for custom image processing
• 1 GB image memory
  

Image processing integrated in the camera. Height profile output via GigE Vision
Configurable camera modes: image mode, profile mode
Selection of 3D camera algorithms: threshold-selection method, maximum method, COG method, peak method (customized algorithms),
All algorithms achieve the maximum profile rate, regardless of the algorithm selected and its parameters
Simple configuration via camera register
Configurable selection of the data output, e.g. height data or height data + intensity data
Programmable number of profiles that can be merged to form a height image
Up to 4 freely selectable AOIs (sensor read-out window) in image and profile mode
Configurable shutter-modes: rolling-shutter
Flexible trigger functions for profile and image triggering
RS422 interface converter with programmable counter for profile trigger generation and integral identification of direction of movement
Data transmission via Gigabit Ethernet Interface
Configurable opto coupled I/Os for trigger function and synchronisation
Storage of a user-defined start-up camera configuration in a configuration
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integrated control of extern illumination (Laser)
Improved Connectivity:Enhanced Measurement Quality:
GigE Vision Compatible C-Mount and F-Mount available
Plug 'n' Play with GenICam Protocol
Built in Gigabit Ethernet Connection

Sensor data:

• Sensor resolution:2352 x 1728 pixels
• Pixel size:7µm x 7µm
• Profile width:2352 pixels
• Typical profile rates in relation to height resolution (with one subpixel):1728 height readings: @ 190 Profile/s
• 864 height readings: @ 380 Profile/s
• 108 height readings: @ 3040 Profile/s
• 27 height readings: @ 12160 Profile/s
• 14 height readings: @ 23450 Profile/s

Available connections: Gigabit Ethernet
Max. image rate for image mode (full image):190 fps (internal memory)
Max. number of sensor AOIs:4
Smart camera featuresDedicated CPU for custom image processing 1 GB image memory,
256 MB processor instruction & data memory

Connections:

• Digital I/Os: 2 inputs, 2 outputs, opto coupled output, Inputs configurable as image- or profile trigger signal
• External synchronisation: RS422 resolver interface with A,/A,B,/B inputs and digital inputs for trigger function
• Supply voltage:10 - 24V
• Power consumption: < 10W
• Optical system: C-Mount / F-Mount for 1" lens
• Size: 68mm x 68mm x 64,50mm (C-Mount) x 93,50m (F-Mount)

General:

• Weight: 345g (C-Mount) / 420g (F-Mount)
• Hardware requirements: Gigabit Ethernet
• Operating systems: Windows XP, Vista, WIN NT, 2000, Linux (on request)
• Delivery includes: CD-ROM with documentation (in German and English), XML-description-file for GigE Vision / GenICam

Product names and accessories:

• C4-2350-GigE: C4-2350 with Gigabit Ethernet Interface
• C4-I/O-Kit:Connection kit for DIN rail assembly with camera-I/O cable and power supply
• CX-ExplorerConfiguration and recording software for all cameras in the C4 series

3D products:

• C4-2350
• C4-1280
• C3-2350
• C3-1280
• C3-A1024
• C3-Explorer
• C3-I/O kit

All-in-one systems

• CX-Starter Kit
• C3-Compact Sensors
• C3-ProfileCheck
• C3-Inspector