Profilometry

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

profilometryprofilometryprofilometryprofilometryprofilometryprofilometryprofilometryprofilometry

Optical ProfilometershalconcognexCmountCmountFmountSWIR

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 with 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 CELERA, CELERA One, and ARIA well-known 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 cost-effective and widespread interface, pushing speed performances at the top, while powering directly by the camera, thus eliminating the need for external power adapters.
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 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 Visual Studio or QT environment.
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.

Download area

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 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 keeping the highest performances.

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.

 

Technical specifications

Model C12SX-PRF C5S-PRF CO2K-PRF A15S-PRF
Resolution 4112 x 3004 2464 x 2056 2048 x 1088 1456 x 1088
Sensor SONY Pregius® IMX 253 SONY Pregius® IMX 250 AMS CMV2000 IMX273
Format 1,1" 2/3 " 2 / 3 " 1 / 2.9 "
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) 1.04 kHz 1.89 kHz 2.62 kHz 1.57 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 25 µs ÷ 5 s (global shutter) 17 µs ÷ 5 s (global shutter) 15 μs ÷ 5 s (global shutter) 18 µs ÷ 5 s (global shutter)
Power Supply < 3 W, powered by USB3 interface < 2 W, powered by USB3 interface
Inputs / Outputs 2 in (direct encoder interface), 2 out, 1 I/O (RS422, RS644 LVDS, LVTTL) 2 I/O, LVTTL levels (configurable GPIO or RS232 or direct encoder interface), 1 in (isolated), 1 out (isolated)
Lens Adapter C-mount, F-mount (optional) Board level | C-mount only | S-mount only | Cased with C-mount | Cased with S-mount
Interface 2 x USB3.2 Gen1x1 USB3.2 Gen1x1
Weight 150 g (with C-mount adapter) 126 g (with C-mount adapter) < 5 g (board level)
Size 56 mm × 56 mm × 26.7 mm (without lens adapter) 56 mm x 56 mm x 38.3 mm (with C-mount adapter) 26,4 mm x 26,4 mm x 7,8 mm (board level)
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.