July 30, 2008 - Vision Components introduces the new VCSBC4012 camera, thereby extending its VC BoardCam range of intelligent cameras without a housing suitable for demanding industrial applications. Available in large quantities, the Smart Cameras provide an optimal price/performance ratio. The 5 mega pixel units are designed especially for OEM manufacturers. All components of the new camera are installed on a board measuring 40 x 120 mm, which makes it easy to integrate the unit into a wide range of applications. The VCSBC4012 features a CMOS sensor with a freely programmable resolution up to 2,592 x 1,944 pixels.
Its key components is a 400 MHz processor from Texas Instruments with a 3,200 MIPS computing power. At full resolution, the frame rate is 11.6 fps. VGA skipping allows for a maximum frame rate of 102 fps. The VCSBC4012 comes with 64 MB DRAM for program and data storage.
An Ethernet interface allows for integration into existing automation environment. Additionally, two digital inputs and four outputs (open collector) are available on-board.The intelligent camera, which is available as a color or black-and-white model, is suitable for use in low-light conditions. An electronic rolling shutter ensures short exposure times.
Company Background
Vision Components GmbH was founded in 1996 by Michael Engel, inventor of the first intelligent camera for industrial applications. Today, it is a leading supplier in the field of industrial image processing. The Ettlingen-based company develops and distributes intelligent, network-compatible real time cameras. Due to their proprietary multitasking operating system VCRT, the devices operate without an additional PC, making them easy to integrate into almost any industrial facility. Typical application areas include quality and completeness checks, measurement technology and biometric access control.