OEM lenses providing best in class at lower costs

1st Vision‘s factory automation OEM machine vision lenses are designed using glass from one of the top Japanese lens manufacturers. These lenses are not branded and allow our clients to have excellent performance at a better price than the ‘named’ brand manufacturers since there are no marketing costs!


In their class, they offer the most bang for the buck! 






In comparing specifications, our OEM lenses have better resolution in many cases over brand name lenses, but at ~ 30% less cost! in some cases.   If used in an OEM design, a non branded lens will ensure customers are coming to you for replacements and ensure the same performance.  

Details specifications can be found HERE.

As we know selecting a lens can have its challenges, our staff of degree’d sales engineers are here to help!  We can help pair the best lens with the given camera and image sensor to maximize performance.  


Best of all.. 1st Vision has these in stock!  


All our our OEM lenses can be purchased on-line HERE

We also have several blog posts providing additional education on lens selection including handy focal length calculators.  

Resources:  

1st Vision has extensive knowledge in industrial imaging and can help answer any questions.  We have over 100 years of combined knowledge and look forward to discussing your application.  

Please do not hesitate to Contact us!  1st Vision can provide a complete solution including cameras, lenses, lighting and cables.  

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What can the new low cost AVT GoldEye Short Wave Infrared ( SWIR ) camera do for you?

Allied Vision Goldeye cameras with InGaAs sensor technology enables you to see further into the infrared spectral range than classic CCD / CMOS cameras.  Due to the cameras high sensitivity in the Short Wave InfraRed (SWIR) range of 900-1700 nm, new applications become possible.








What applications can be solved with SWIR?

SWIR cameras help provide contrast and emphasize features in various applications due to the nature of the wavelengths.  Applications ranging from agricultural (food), textile, semiconductor and surveillance, allows the ability to see through materials that are opaque to the eye with SWIR.

Several models are available to help solve these applications.   

Goldeye cameras are now available with Camera link interfaces in addition to GigE and are low cost!    Contact us for a quote!

The following are a few examples of Short Wave InfraRed (SWIR ) applications:


Solar Cell Inspection

Light emitted by silicon in solar cells peak at 1150nm and are impossible to detect using normal CCD/CMOS cameras.  


Using SWIR cameras, luminescent imaging helps identify non uniformities at 1150nm  



Semiconductor Inspection 

At wavelengths above 1100 nm silicon becomes transparent.


In turn, SWIR cameras are perfect for analyzing metallization and electrical contact errors on the backside of wafers.  



Courtesy of NASA

Surveillance Applications

SWIR cameras minimize fog and smoke in surveillance applications allowing scenes not present in the visible realm to be seen.  





Other applications include:  Airborne Remote sensing (UAV’s), Food inspection, Moisture Detection, Glass production, Recycling, Scientific & Medical Hyper-spectral imaging, Vision Enhancement and more..    

 


Goldeye Short Wave InfraRed cameras now available with Camera LInk and GigE

Allied Vision has now released the new low cost Goldeye G-008 camera in Camera Link creating a comprehensive family of SWIR cameras. 

Models now available include the following: 




Camera Highlights

  • High frame rates at multiple resolutions

  • Camera link or GigE Vision Interface
  • Comprehensive I/O Control options
  • Automated on board image correction
  • Stabilized sensor cooling, no fan
  • Extended operating temperature range
  • ROI Setting for frame rate and data rate control
  • High analog gain mode to increase sensitivity



Data sheets and additional information for all SWIR camera’s can be found HERE. 


UPDATE:  Allied Vision has provide a video detailing SWIR Technology.  
Watch the video below



Curious on what a low cost SWIR camera can do for you?  Contact us to discuss your application and discuss a possible demo!   We can test your application in our lab!

1st Vision has extensive knowledge in industrial imaging and can help answer any questions.  We have over 100 years of combined knowledge and look forward to discussing your application.  

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Image Sensor Chaos – Sony Pregius vs ON-Semi Python – What is best for my camera application?

Which image sensor and camera is best for my application?

This is total Chaos with so many new sensors!

The image sensor market has rapidly changed in the past year, and has become very chaotic in determining the best image sensor and camera for an application.  

Sony and ON-Semiconductor have both launched a family of image sensors which provide global shutter using advanced CMOS designs resulting in high speed, crisp images.  

These CMOS sensors are now a viable alternative to CCD’s and older CMOS technology, providing higher performance and lower costs.  

BUT.. Which one is most suited for my application?  

Its best to start with understanding what is most important application.  Do we need speed?  Low noise?  Dynamic Range? or maybe a combination of attributes.  

1st Vision has helped make sense of the chaos in providing some considerations and comparisons between the Sony Pregius and ON-Semi Python Series sensors in the following chart.    

 


From the data, you can use these general guidelines

  • If you need the highest speed,  ON-Semi is your choice.   
  • If you need the highest dynamic range, Sony Pregius is your choice.
  • As a great general all around sensor, the Pregius IMX249 sells for ~ $500 in both GigE and USB3  This camera is 2.3MP @ 40fps and can be used in VGA, XGA SXGA modes by setting a ROI.   Read about various resolutions with setting a ROI

Most applications however are not that simple to just choose an image sensor based on speed or dynamic range. In many cases it requires a combination of many factors such as signal to noise, quantum efficiency and saturation capacity.    

1st Vision has more specific data we can discuss with you from various tests we have run and applications solved.  

PLEASE CONTACT US TO DISCUSS YOUR APPLICATION and receive more detailed information.  

Cameras with the Sony Pregius and ON-Semi image sensors continue to expand!  The following links provide a listing of the associated cameras

Visit the Sony Pregius camera web page

Visit the ON-Semi camera web page

1st Vision has extensive knowledge in industrial imaging and can help answer any questions.  We have over 100 years of combined knowledge and look forward to discussing your application.  

1st Vision can provide a complete solution including cameras, lenses, lighting and cables.  

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All I want for Christmas are new camera models!


Camera manufacturers have been extremely busy leading up to the end of year.  With the introduction of new Sony Pregius and ON-Semiconductor image sensors, the product releases have been abundant!  

1st Vision has recapped some of the latest releases you may have missed from Dalsa, Allied Vision, IDS Imaging and JAI.  These exciting releases provide us with the worlds fastest 12MP camera, low cost IMX249 & ON Semi sensor cameras models and 18 Megapixel board level cameras.  

Details are provided below on the following key product releases
  1. Teledyne DALSA expands its Low-cost GigE Camera Series with Nine New Models
  2. IDS Imaging Introduces single board, low cost, 18MP color camera and releasing “Rev 2” CP USB3 cameras with many new features.
  3. JAI Introduces worlds fastest 12 megapixel camera using the CMOSIS CMV12000


1.  Teledyne DALSA expands its Low-cost GigE Camera Series with Nine New Models


Dalsa has introduced nine new Genie Nano area cameras. Built around ON Semiconductor’s Python CMOS image sensors, these latest models deliver fast frame rates in a small, robust body, and are ideal for an ever-growing number of vision applications.




Available in three resolutions each offering monochrome, color and near infrared (NIR) versions 

Nano 640 x 480 @ 848 fps, On-Semi Python 300:  Data sheets – > Mono/Color  – NIR
Nano 1280 x 1024 @ 214 fps, On-Semi Python 1300:  Data sheets – > Mono/Color  – NIR

These nine new models complement a growing family of fast, cost-effective area cameras built around a fully optimized camera platform and are well suited for machine vision applications that require high speed.

Key Features include:

  • TurboDrive for fast frame rates and full image quality
  • Trigger-to-Image-Reliability for easy system control and debugging
  • Small footprint for tight spaces – 44mm x 29mm x 21mm
  • Wide temperature range (-20 to 60°C) housing for imaging in harsh environments
  • Auto Brightness Controls
  • 2 inputs/2 opto-coupled outputs for easy integration and deployment
  • Light weight – only 46 grams
Specifications for Teledyne DALSA’s Nano cameras can be found on each camera model’s specifcations page.
  
 

A new Mako model within the ultra-compact, low priced camera family for easy integration into standard imaging processing systems is now available.  Allied Vision‘s new Mako G-234 broadens the range of products equipped with Sony Pregius CMOS sensor technology. With its high sensitivity and an outstanding image quality the Mako G-234 is an ideal candidate for the transition from CCD to CMOS technology.


Key Features include: 

  • High quality for a low price
  • High performance from Sony’s new Pregius IMX249 CMOS sensor
  • Dynamic range of 75 dB  due to high saturation capacity and low noise.  
  • 40 fps @ full resolution (1936 x 1216)
  • Small foot print (60.5mm x 29mm x 29mm)

Specifications for Allied Vision Technology cameras can be found on each camera model’s specification page.l  

3.  IDS Imaging Introduces single board, low cost, 18 MP color camera and releasing “Rev 2” CP cameras in USB3.0  

Single Board USB3.0 camera with 18 MP Color sensor

The new UI-359xLE camera, providing one of the highest resolutions in the industrial and scientific camera industry, is perfectly suited for applications requiring ultra-high resolution in tight space constraints. This rolling shutter sensor from Aptina delivers extremely detailed images from VGA to 18 MP, including 4K Cinema resolution.

Due to the latest in Back Side Illuminated (BSI) pixel technology, this sensor is extremely light-sensitive and thus perfectly suited for high-resolution visualization in low-light microscopy, bar code reading, document scanning, or medical imaging applications. 
 
 
Key Features include:  
  • Low Cost, single-board camera design 
  • Resolutions: Full HD (1920 x 1080, 37 fps), 4K Cinema (4096 x 2304, 18 fps) and full resolution 18 MP (4912 x 3684, 11 fps). 
  • Optical mounts:   Board-level versions available with S-mount lens holder, or as a bare board-level camera without optics mount.  Sensor is available as a housed camera in the UI-3590CP camera. 

Contact us for additional information – Product release is planned for early 2016.  

 





PRODUCT UPDATE:  IDS Imaging Next Generation “Rev 2” USB3.0 Industrial Cameras

IDS Imaging has continued to update their popular “CP” cameras with new product enhancements.  CP USB3.0 cameras with “Rev 2” now have the following enhancements:  

Product Enhancements for “Rev 2” as follows:
 Specifications for IDS cameras can be found on each camera model’s specifications page, or go directly IDS uEye CP USB3 family page.
 

4.  JAI Introduces worlds fastest 12 megapixel camera using the CMOSIS CMV12000


JAI has expanded its “Spark Series” with their new SP-12000-CXP4, 12MP camera with a CoaXPress 4 connector interface.  


This combination of the CMOSIS sensor and CoaXPress interface make it the worlds fastest 12MP CMOS camera at 189 fps!

There are actually four new Spark CXP4 models.  Because of the extreme performance, two different thermal management options have been created providing an “extended temperature” model.


Key Features include: 

  • 12 MP CMOSIS Global shutter sensor @ 189 fps
  • CoaXPress interface
  • Multi-ROI, HDR (High Dynamic Range up to 90 dB) 
  • ALC (Auto light control)
  • Rugged design to withstand high vibration (10G) and high shock (80 G)

Specifications for JAI cameras can be found HERE and specific data sheets for SP-12000-CXP4.  

1st Vision has extensive knowledge in industrial imaging and can help answer any questions.  We have over 100 years of combined knowledge and look forward to discussing your application.  

Please do not hesitate to Contact us!  1st Vision can provide a complete solution including cameras, lenses, lighting and cables.  


Ph:  978-474-0044
info@1stvision.com
www.1stvision.com