3D-A5000 Series Area Scan 3D Camera
Solves 3D applications with unmatched performance, accuracy, and ruggedness
Features
Cognex’s 3D-A5000 series is an area scan 3D camera designed to capture high-resolution 3D images. It features 3D LightBurst technology which rapidly acquires images to maximize throughput. High-resolution 3D images combined with industry-leading Cognex 3D vision tools enable reliable and accurate solutions to applications such as assembly verification, in-line measurement, and robotic guidance.
- Patent-pending 3D LightBurst technology enables rapid image acquisition
- More than 1.5 million 3D data points detect fine features on parts
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode captures scenes with high contrast
- Powerful 3D tools in VisionPro solve challenging 3D applications
- Factory-calibration delivers results in real-world units
- Rugged IP65-rated housing provides protection in harsh factory environments
Completes more 3D inspections in less time
The 3D-A5000 features 3D LightBurst technology which casts a unique blue light pattern on a part to acquire high-resolution 3D images at an unparalleled speed. It delivers a full field-of-view (FOV) 3D point cloud image as fast as 200 milliseconds, allowing higher throughput and shorter cycle times for time-critical in-line applications.
Delivers accurate, repeatable 3D vision inspection results
The 3D-A5000 delivers high-resolution 3D point cloud images constructed from over 1.5 million 3D data points. These high-resolution images coupled with a powerful Cognex 3D toolset in VisionPro, including PatMax 3D, allow the 3D-A5000 to solve a wide range of applications from assembly verification to in-line measurement and robotic guidance.
Performs reliably in harsh factory environments
The 3D-A5000 has a rugged IP65-rated, die cast aluminum housing that is built to last on the factory floor. The industrial design ensures consistent measurement results, even under varying temperatures.
Specifications
| 3D-A5000 Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 324 x 137 x 97 mm |
| Weight | 3.0 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40 °C (32–104 °F) |
| Storage Temperature | -10–60 °C (14–140 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | <85% (non-condensing) |
| Protection | IP65 |
| Shock | 50 gs (11 ms half-sine pulse) |
| Vibration | 4 gs (10–120 Hz for 30 minutes) |
| Trigger | Trigger input voltage limits: -24 VDC – +24 VDC Input ON: > 10 VDC (>6 mA) Input OFF: < 2 VDC (<1.5 mA) |
| Power | Voltage: +24 VDC (22–26 VDC) Current: 6.0 A max |
| Acquisition Time | 200 msec |
| Software | VisionPro |
| Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet interface |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, KCC, TUV SUD NRTL, RoHS |
| Optional Accessory | Fan |
For minimum PC requirements, please refer to the 3D-A5000 user manual.
| 3D-A5000 Models | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3D-A5120 | 3D-A5060 | 3D-A5030 | 3D-A5005 | |
| Standard Working Volume | ||||
| Clearance Distance (CD) | 1000.0 mm | 1400.0 mm | 1465.0 mm | 299.3 mm |
| Measurement Range (MR) | 1000.0 mm | 400.0 mm | 80.0 mm | 12.0 mm |
| Near FOV | 900 x 675 mm | 520 x 390 mm | 280 x 210 mm | 60 x 44 mm |
| Far FOV | 1760 x 1320 mm | 645 x 490 mm | 285 x 216 mm | 65 x 46 mm |
| Resolution XY | 626–1223 μm | 361–454 μm | 195–200 μm | 42–44 μm |
| Resolution Z | 414–1656 μm | 338–559 µm | 178–198 µm | 7–8 µm |
| Repeatability Z (σ) | 250–1000 μm | 100–150 μm | 55–66 μm | 5–6 μm |
| Extended Working Volume | ||||
| Clearance Distance (CD) | 800.0 mm | 1200.0 mm | 1415.0 mm | 290.3 mm |
| Measurement Range (MR) | 2000.0 mm | 800.0 mm | 190.0 mm | 30.0 mm |
| Near FOV | 720 x 540 mm | 415 x 325 mm | 250 x 180 mm | 54 x 42 mm |
| Far FOV | 2448 x 1836 mm | 685 x 530 mm | 290 x 220 mm | 60 x 45 mm |
| Resolution XY | 506–1701 μm | 315–500 μm | 191–204 μm | 41–45 μm |
| Resolution Z | 265–3246 μm | 248–690 µm | 166–213 µm | 7–8 µm |
| Repeatability Z (σ) | 250–2000 μm | 120–250 μm | 80–110 μm | 7 μm |
Software/Tools
3D-A5000 is equipped with VisionPro vision software and the Cognex Designer graphical user interface. This powerful software package allows complete vision applications to be built and deployed quickly, with access to the full VisionPro tool library.
VisionPro is the industry-leading PC-based vision software for the Microsoft® Visual Studio® .NET programming environment. It is designed to set up and deploy 2D and 3D vision applications. With VisionPro, users can perform a wide range of functions, including:
- Geometric object location
- Inspection
- Identification
- Measurement
- Alignment
Cognex Designer is a graphical, flow-chart-based programming environment with an integrated HMI that breaks down application decisions into manageable tasks for easy to develop user interfaces with advanced functionality. Cognex Designer also:
- Reduces development cycles
- Enables easier application maintenance and support
- Simplifies application development, and maintenance, without scripting or programming
VisionPro and Cognex Designer software
3D-A5000 Area Scan 3D Camera Tools
3D-A5000 comes equipped with Cognex proven and respected VisionPro 3D toolset for assembly verification, in-line measurement, and robotic guidance. The Cognex Designer integrated development environment simplifies application setup and reduces deployment time.
PatMax 3D Tool
PatMax 3D is an image-based training tool, used to find the orientation of one or more parts in 3D space in relation to a similar reference part. PatMax 3D is ideal for object location for robotic guidance applications and allows additional tools to perform measurements accurately regardless of object fixturing.
Height Calculator Tool
The Height Calculator tool provides the height of an object in real world units based on a reference plane.
Volume Calculator Tool
The Volume Calculator tool collects volumetric data from a 3D image providing a precise volume of an object laying on a specific surface.
Cross Section Tool
The Cross Section tool takes a slice of the image and measures the profile over that region for dimensional inspection.
Accessories
The following accessories are available for 3D-A5000 area scan 3D camera:
I/O Cable
A-coded I/O cable connects 3D-A5000 to the external trigger input. I/O cables are available in standard cable lengths of 5 and 20 meters with a straight or right-angle connector.
Ethernet Cable
X-coded Ethernet cable connects 3D-A5000 to the 10 Gigabit Ethernet Adaptor. CAT6A Ethernet cables are available in a range of cable lengths.
Power Cable
T-coded power cable connects 3D-A5000 to the 24VDC power supply. Power cables are available in standard cable lengths of 5 and 20 meters with a straight or right-angle connector.
Mounting Bracket
L-shape mounting bracket and mounting adaptor allow for easy installation of 3D-A5000 on various mounting frames.
10 Gigabit Ethernet Adaptor
Cognex recommended 10 Gigabit Ethernet adaptor optimizes the image transfer speed of 3D-A5000 over 10 Gigabit Ethernet.
Fan
Optional fan with power cable improves the thermal management of 3D-A5000 sensor head for applications with heavy duty cycles.
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