Profilometry

Advanced cameras with on-board extension for laser triangulation measurements. Quality control has never been easier.

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Camera models with profilometer extension

Laser triangulation is a non-contact distance measurement technique widely employed for surface inspection applications.

We've been working to develop a laser triangulation extension to provide our customers with a fast and reliable solution for their measurement and quality inspection issues. Our Optical Profilometer extension enhances the lasting and flexible platform of our standard cameras: you can get all the quality of Alkeria cameras, along with all brand-new functionalities!

Discover our new CELERA, CELERA One, and ARIA models featuring our new Profilometer extension.

How it works

In a laser triangulation measurement setup, a laser line is projected onto the entire surface of an object passing through the inspection area. Then, a CMOS camera placed at a predetermined angle acquires the shape of the laser line reflected from the object. From this shape, it is possible to measure the target profile.

Thanks to a dedicated algorithm and our state-of-the-art FPGA technology, Alkeria cameras can define and extract the line position in every column of the acquired frame with sub-pixel precision.
In particular, the Profilometer extension enables on-camera acceleration of the line position detection algorithm. Our cameras can extract and calculate profile coordinates by themselves, greatly reducing the amount of data sent through the USB3 interface.
In this way, users can easily reach the maximum sensor frame rate and collect only the data useful for the measurement.

profilometer layout

Powerful platform

We decided to extend our standard area-scan cameras lineup by adding new models equipped with an optical profilometer feature: in this way, our users can take advantage of a reliable and proven system with the features and specifications of Alkeria standard cameras.
Our system relies on the well-known CELERA, CELERA One, and ARIA camera series. With up to 4112 pixels per profile resolution and an acquisition speed of up to 2.62 kHz (on 128 rows), you can easily find the perfect fit for every measurement application.

Check the Technical Specifications tab below to discover all our cameras' specifications.

Advanced interface

All of our cameras feature a USB3 interface. USB3 provides the most convenient and widespread interface, pushing speed performances to the top while powering directly the camera, thus eliminating the need for an external power supply.
Through a versatile I/O interface, it's possible to control external devices such as strobe lights, encoders, etc. Depending on the camera model, users can rely on 2 input lines with a direct encoder interface, 2 output lines, and 1 input/output (RS422, RS644 LVDS, LVTTL)*. Their multipurpose I/O connector provides user I/O, frame triggering, and a direct encoder interface.
*on CELERA and CELERA One models

Drivers and software

An easy-to-use set of software API is available, which allows developers to quickly produce fast and clean code both on Windows and Linux, supporting all major programming languages such as Python, C#, VB, and C++ in the Visual Studio or QT environments.
Our Software Development Kit, provided together with the cameras, is fully compatible with Cognex VisionPro, MVTech Halcon, NI LabView, and other major machine vision software for industrial applications.

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Accessories

Camera accessories available upon request are:

 

Features

usb connettoreDedicated onboard processing

Thanks to a specific algorithm and our state-of-the-art FPGA technology, our cameras can define and extract the line position at a very high speed, reducing PC workload.

usb connettorePowerful platform

Based on the lasting and flexible platform of our standard cameras, you can get all the quality of Alkeria cameras, along with all the brand-new profilometer functionalities.

usb connettoreFrame combiner feature

Thanks to the Frame Combine feature, it is possible to stack multiple profiles into one single frame. This way, data transfer is optimized in order to preserve processing power for the user’s application.

usb connettoreUSB3 interface

Up to 5 Gbps USB3 interface allows easy interface to your PC, eliminating expensive frame grabbers and bulky cables while maintaining the highest performance.

tinyTiny rugged design

Small, ultra-lightweight, rugged aluminum machined high precision case allows maximum installation flexibility even in space-constrained environments.

smartDedicated lens adapter

Our F-mount, C-mount, and S-mount lens adapters are specifically built to fit our cameras; they give our customers the perfect flexibility in choosing the best optics for their applications.

 

 

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Technical specifications

Model A15S-PRF CO2K-PRF C5S-PRF C12SX-PRF
Resolution 1456 x 1088 2048 x 1088 2464 x 2056 4112 x 3004
Sensor IMX273 AMS CMV2000 SONY Pregius® IMX 250 SONY Pregius® IMX 253
Format 1 / 2.9 " 2 / 3 " 2/3 " 1,1"
Pixel size 3.45 µm x 3.45 µm 5.5 µm x 5.5 µm 3.45 µm x 3.45 µm
Color / Mono Mono
Profile speed (128 rows) 1.57 kHz 2.62 kHz 1.89 kHz 1.04 kHz
Pixel Format MONO8, MONO16, RAW8, RAW16
A/D Conversion 8, 10, 12 bits 10, 12 bits 8, 10, 12 bits
Synchronization External trigger, software trigger
Shutter Control 18 µs ÷ 5 s (global shutter) 15 μs ÷ 5 s (global shutter) 17 µs ÷ 5 s (global shutter) 25 µs ÷ 5 s (global shutter)
Power Supply < 2 W, powered by USB3 interface < 3 W, powered by USB3 interface
Inputs / Outputs 2 I/O, LVTTL levels (configurable GPIO or RS232 or direct encoder interface), 1 in (isolated), 1 out (isolated) 2 in (direct encoder interface), 2 out, 1 I/O (RS422, RS644 LVDS, LVTTL)
Lens Adapter Board level | C-mount only | S-mount only | Cased with C-mount | Cased with S-mount C-mount, F-mount (optional)
Interface USB3.2 Gen1x1 2 x USB3.2 Gen1x1
Weight < 5 g (board level) 126 g (with C-mount adapter) 150 g (with C-mount adapter)
Size 26,4 mm x 26,4 mm x 7,8 mm (board level) 56 mm x 56 mm x 38.3 mm (with C-mount adapter) 56 mm × 56 mm × 26.7 mm (without lens adapter)
Conformity CE, RoHS, FCC, IC
Controls Shutter, gain, brightness, contrast, LUT and gamma correction
Operative Temp 0 ÷ 50 °C

SONY IMX 250/252/264 - Mono

CMV 2000/4000 - Mono

IMX 273 - mono


Sensor specifications (b/w and color) are extracted from the data sheet of the manufacturer excluding lens and filter.

CELERA

Necta dimensions

CELERA One

Necta dimensions

ARIA - board level

Necta dimensions

All dimensions are expressed in millimeters.
Camera specifications are subject to change without notice.