Machine Vision - Accessories

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
FQ-WD010 Omron Automation & Safety Services	I/O CABLE, 10M	2
AP18SCN Banner Engineering	APERTURE KIT FOR T18 SERIES	18
P4RE67-G Banner Engineering	PRESENCEPLUS P4 ENCLOSURE KIT<BR	2
2408-009-158-00 Excelitas Technologies	RETRO RING M40.5X0.5 - M39	7
BAM02P7 Balluff	VERSION=MOUNTING BRACKETS, APPLI	3
2408-021-108-00 Excelitas Technologies	EXTENSION TUBE SMART FOCUS 12MM	2
V430-WE-3M Omron Automation & Safety Services	CBL, M12 TO RJ45, 3M	5
329152 Excelitas Technologies	MVS-30 FILTER HOLDER	3
VELC60-BG Banner Engineering	VE LENS COVER IP67 60MM	1
ZFV-XC3BV2 Omron Automation & Safety Services	ZFV STD EXT CABLE 3M	2
FQ-WN002 Omron Automation & Safety Services	ETHERNET CABLE, 2M	1
98-9000041-01 Omron Automation & Safety Services	KIT,L BKT,MICROHAWK	5
ZFX-XTB Omron Automation & Safety Services	TERMINAL BLOCK (SPARE PART)	1
APG18S Banner Engineering	APERTURE KIT FOR S18/M18/T18	13
2408-009-148-00 Excelitas Technologies	CAMERA ADAPTER M48X0.75	5
RDM35 Banner Engineering	IVU REMOTE 3.5" DISPLAY	3
324394 Excelitas Technologies	MVS-24 VOLPI 0.59" DIA NOSEPIECE	3
AP18SC Banner Engineering	APERTURE KIT FOR S18/M18	10
V430-W8-5M Omron Automation & Safety Services	CBL, M12 TO FLY LDS, 5M	8
VELC85-BG Banner Engineering	VE SERIES SEALED IP67 LENS COVER	2

Machine Vision - Accessories

1. Overview

Machine vision accessories are critical components in industrial automation systems that enable machines to capture, process, and analyze visual data. These accessories include lighting systems, lenses, cameras, image sensors, and processing units. They play a vital role in quality control, precision measurement, object recognition, and robotic guidance. Modern manufacturing and logistics rely heavily on these systems for increased efficiency, accuracy, and cost reduction.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
LED Lighting Systems	High-intensity, programmable wavelength, uniform illumination	Surface defect detection in electronics
Industrial Cameras	High-resolution CMOS/CCD sensors, variable frame rates	Automotive part dimension inspection
Optical Lenses	Fixed/focal length, anti-reflective coatings	Barcode reading systems
Image Acquisition Cards	High-speed data transfer, GPU acceleration support	Real-time food sorting systems
Vision Sensors	Integrated lighting, camera, and processor	Assembly line presence verification

3. Structure and Components

Typical configurations include:

Lighting Units: Aluminum housing with LED arrays, cooling fins, and optical diffusers
Cameras: Contains image sensor (CMOS/CCD), Bayer filter, and onboard processor
Lenses: Multi-element glass optics with C-mount or S-mount interfaces
Processing Units: FPGA-based controllers with GigE Vision/USB3.0 interfaces

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Typical Range	Importance
Resolution	0.3MP - 50MP	Determines measurement precision
Frame Rate	5 - 1000 fps	Affects production line speed
Wavelength Range	360-1000nm	Material analysis capability
Depth of Field	5mm - 500mm	Working distance flexibility
IP Rating	IP54 - IP69K	Environmental protection

5. Application Fields

Automotive: Weld seam inspection, part orientation
Electronics: Solder paste inspection (SPI), component alignment
Pharmaceutical: Pill counting, label verification
Logistics: Package dimensioning, barcode reading

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Feature
Cognex	In-Sight 9802	AI-powered defect detection
Keyence	CV-X4 series	Multispectral imaging
Basler	ace acA2440-35uc	2448x2048 resolution at 35fps
NI (National Instruments)	Smart Camera IC-6020	Integrated LabVIEW processing

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations:

Match resolution to minimum detectable defect size
Select lighting wavelength based on target material reflectivity
Ensure environmental ratings meet factory conditions (dust/water resistance)
Verify interface compatibility (GigE Vision, Camera Link, etc.)
Evaluate processing requirements vs. system throughput needs

8. Industry Trends Analysis

Emerging developments include:

AI integration with embedded deep learning algorithms
3D vision systems using structured light and time-of-flight
Edge computing for real-time decentralized processing
Standardized plug-and-play interfaces (VSIA compliance)
Hyperspectral imaging for material composition analysis

Market forecasts predict a CAGR of 8.2% from 2023-2030, driven by smart manufacturing adoption.