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Learn about 1stVision’s new OEM 1” machine vision lenses which provide excellent price vs performance ratios

1" optical format machine vision lensesFor many years 1stVision has offered several lines of OEM machine vision lenses. These lenses are ‘unbranded’ but they are made with the glass of one of the big three Japanese optical manufacturers.

1st Vision lenses have excellent optical performance for a great price currently offering a product line designed for a 2/3” image formats with 2MP and 3MP resolutions.

Click here to see the full line of OEM  lenses here and request a quote

Advantages
The OEM machine vision lenses offer some distinct advantages:

  1. They are less expensive than similarly performing ‘branded’ lenses
  2. When designed into instruments for resale, all issues come back to the original manufacturer.  The end user cannot bypass the manufacturer, ensuring you, when your users have problems, you know about them!
  3. With a good price point, the 1″ format can be used for all smaller sensor sizes using the “sweet spot” of the lens!

1" optical format machine vision lens

What’s new?  OEM 1” Optical format machine vision lens.

Recently,  1stVision have begun offering a new OEM line of 1” format, high performing 2 and 3 MP lenses, which offers all the above advantages, but you can now use it with the new Sony Pregius and On Semi Python  sensors that require lens optical formats greater than 2/3” (For example the Sony Pregius 2MP  ( IMX 174, IMX249 ),  8.9MP ( IMX267, IMX255 ) and ON-SEMI 5MP Python 5000 sensors )   Search on the image sensors here

Click here now to view the new product line and request a quote

1st Vision maybe a distributor, but we are really your value-added vision consultants!  With combined experience of over 100 years, we can help discuss the optical performance, how it relates to your image sensor and help you in the design process.  Please contact us to start a conversation

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Learn how liquid lenses keep continuous focus on machine vision cameras when the working distance changes.

Optotune focus tunable lenses
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Optotune lenses

Optotune lenses solve a machine vision industry problem! 

IDS Imaging camera with Optotune lens

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Machine Vision applications requiring the inspection of objects at various heights can become a challenge as normal lens have limited depth of field.  Objects outside of the depth of field become out of focus, limiting the vision application.  Historically, a lens with motorized focus adjustment would be implemented adding complexity, cost and long cycle times.  In reality, this challenge is applicable to any imaging application requiring refocusing due to various lens working distances.

Optotune Focus tuneable lenses solves this problem eliminating motorized zoom lenses or manual intervention.

Click here NOW for full detail specifications on tunable lenses

Adding an Optotune tunable liquid lens to the optical system on a standard C-mount lens and camera, allows refocusing of the imaging system on the fly.   When used in conjunction with distance sensors, its possible to  inspect objects of various heights, refocusing within 15 milli-seconds.

For example, vision systems using 8mm to 50mm focal length lenses can be equipped with a tuneable lens in the front, typically mounted on the filter thread.  In this configuration it is possible to focus from infinity down to about 100mm  or less if spacers are added.

This solution can be applied to industrial machine vision applications, ophthalmology, laser, microscopy, postal, packaging and laser applications to name a few.

Contact 1stVision for a quote on Optotunes Tunable lenses

Technology 411
 Optotune’s focus tunable lenses are shape-changing lenses based on a combination of optical fluids and a polymer membrane. The core element consists of a container, which is filled with an optical liquid and sealed off with a thin, elastic polymer membrane. A circular ring that pushes onto the center of the membrane shapes the tunable lens. The deflection of the membrane and with that the radius of the lens can be changed by pushing the ring towards the membrane or by exerting a pressure to the outer part of the membrane or by pumping liquid into or out of the container.
Watch this video to see the Optotune liquid lens in action

Advantages

A change in lens radius of several micrometers can have the same optical effect as moving the entire lens several centimeters. In turn there are several advantages

  • Optical systems can be designed more compact, oftentimes with less lenses and usually with less or no translational movement.
  • Large working distance ranges can be achieved
  • Eliminate expensive mechanical actuators resulting in a more robust design, which can be completely closed so that no dust can enter.  Essentially no moving parts for long life cycles (> 1B cycles)
  • Weight and volume is reduced in the system.
  • Low power consumption.
  • Fast response time of systems, down to the order of milliseconds.
  • Easy installation and remote focus control
  • Advanced controls for very accurate and repeatable control of the lens using Gardasofts TR-CL180 controllers

Want to know more?  Download Optotunes comprehensive white paper here 

This white paper will review the overall principles of tunable lenses, response times, wavefront quality, drive methods, and applications.

Contact 1stVision for a quote on Optotunes lenses and discuss an overall solution with cameras, lenses and lighting if required. 

UPDATE:  Video showing some great demo’s from the Stuttgart Vision show in 2018

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Learn how the new IDS Imaging GigE Vision IP65/67 cameras can save you money

IDS Imaging Factory Automation (IP65/67) cameras have been released with key features to help save money on industrial installations.

The new versions are “plug & play” with 3rd party GigE Vision software such as Cognex Vision Pro & National Instruments Vision software.  


The IDS Imaging GigE uEye FA (Factory Automation) industrial cameras are specifically designed for harsh environments, providing IP65/67 protection using a GigE interface.  


Using a water tight lens barrel and M12 connector eliminates the need for costly IP65/67 enclosures, saving space and additional assembly costs.  Attractively priced, the FA cameras are an excellent camera for harsh environments versus standard cameras with enclosures.


Click here to contact Sales for a quote now


Key Features are as follows:

  • IP65 / IP67 Protection – Eliminates the need for an additional costly enclosure, protecting against dirt, dust and water splashing.  
  • GigE Vision compliant models – “GV” models available for use with GigE Vision compliant 3rd party vision software or use with the robust IDS Imaging Cockpit software and SDK using the “UI” models
  • Compact size with IP65/67 protection – Measuring 41mm x 52mm x 43mm long, the camera design provides less volume than using additional enclosures with non IP rated cameras
  • 8-Pin IP Rated connectors – Used for GPIO, trigger and flash within harsh environments. 
  • GigE PoE Interface – Using Power over Ethernet (PoE), one cable can be utilized for data and power saving money on installations.
  • Resolutions from 2.3 to 5MP using the Popular Sony Pregius CMOS image sensors (IMX249, IMX265), IMX264) in Mono and Color models

IDS uEye cameras configured for IDS Imaging Software & SDK, provide you with an extensive development platform supporting Windows, Linux and embedded platforms.  (Learn more about the IDS Imaging software here,.. which is free! )


Camera models and specifications: (Click on the model)


UI-5260FA –  2.35 MP, 1936 x 1216, 47 fps, Sony Pregius IMX249       
UI-5270FA –  3.17 MP, 2056 x 1542, 36 fps, Sony Pregius IMX265      
UI-5280FA – 5.04 MP, 2456 x 2054, 23 fps, Sony Pregius IMX264        






GigE Vision compliant cameras are configured for use with any GigE Vision compliant 3rd party software such as Cognex Vision Pro & National Instruments Vision to name a couple.


Camera models and specifications: 
GV-5260FA –  2.35 MP, 1936 x 1216, 47 fps, Sony Pregius IMX249      
GV-5270FA –  3.17 MP, 2056 x 1542, 36 fps, Sony Pregius IMX265       
GV-5280FA – 5.04 MP, 2456 x 2054, 23 fps, Sony Pregius IMX264        

Request a quote here – Please specify model of interest via email @ info@1stvision.com


You don’t need IP65/67 rated cameras?  IDS has an extensive camera suite with resolutions from VGA to 18MP in USB2, USB3.0, USB3.1 and GigE interfaces – Click here for all models which 1st Vision has hundreds in stock

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71MP camera now with support for Cognex priced below $10K!

71 Megapixels just got even more attractive! 

The Crowley Company has lowered the price to $9,995 for the MACHCAM industrial camera and has implemented several improvements.

Now with support for Cognex Vision Pro, this makes this camera an excellent candidate for machine vision applications requiring ultra-high resolution.

Contact us for pricing now!

For high resolution applications that required multiple cameras, you can now replace them with a single camera!

Applications include aerial surveillance, metrology, document scanning, quality control inspection & medical research to name a few.

The following enhancements have been made to the MACHCAM 71 Megapixel camera.

  • Price, Price, Price!!!   – With pricing below $10K, this truly is the lowest price per pixel now on the market!
  • Cognex Vision Pro capable / USB3 compatible – Software is now released to be compliant with Cognex Vision Pro software and other key industry 3rd party vision packages.
  • Continual improvement to noise reduction –  Noise reduction has been significantly reduced via software improvements
  • Real-time pixel correction has been implemented in the software to enhance image clarity.
  • Internal fan option  Fan options available for active cooling.
  • Color calibration creation – It’s critical to represent accurate color when capturing color images.  To accommodate this, MACHCAM users are provided with procedures to calibrate color based on the camera’s physical environment.  Additionally, The Crowley Company is offering color consultation services to help identify and correct for environmental issues (lighting, stability, etc.).   This is very important in document scanning when considering the camera for FADGI compliance.

Click here now for full camera specifications 

Key features of this camera include

  • Ultra High resolution, 71 MP @ 3 fps using the CMOSIS CHR70M image sensor
  • Small camera case for the sensor size (83 x 83 x 63.5mm ) for easy integration.
  • USB3.0 compatible / Cognex Vision Pro capable
  • Pleora Software development kit (SDK)
  • F-mount standard
  •  Available in color and monochrome.
  •  Meets NARA, FADGI and Metamorfoze image guidelines for document imaging

UPDATE Jan 1, 2019 – Crowley MACHCAM 71MP Camera VIDEO to Outline key features

https://youtu.be/Uvr06VcqxCA

1stVisions sales engineers have 25+ years of experience in the industrial imaging market.  Contact us to discuss your application. 

Lenses for large format cameras can also be a challenge to select.  Click here now to read about considerations in lens selection for large format image sensors / cameras.