Machine vision sensor aids part identification

Cognex unveils self-contained reader for part identification with Ethernet connectivity

Cognex, the supplier of machine vision systems, has released the In-Sight 1000 ID, a new version of its award-winning In-Sight machine vision sensor.

In-Sight 1000 ID is a self-contained Ethernet-ready vision sensor designed specifically for reading 2D Matrix and linear bar codes on parts.

The camera and processor are built into a single enclosure, a unique integration of machine vision camera and image processing technologies.

This reader measures only 38mm x 117mm, and reads up to 50 codes per second - even when codes have been poorly formed, distorted, or degraded.

Manufacturers in a variety of industries will use the Reader to improve the trace-ability of parts, ranging from direct-marked engine pistons to labeled pharmaceutical packages.

"The In-Sight 1000 ID Reader takes standalone, 'plug-and-play' code reading to the next level by combining the size, simplicity and cost found in many commercially available code readers with the reading performance of an advanced vision system," said Justin Testa, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Cognex.

"By acting as an Ethernet node, the Reader can share real time ID information with other networked locations throughout the plant, and can be configured, maintained and managed for any remote site." Says Testa.

Unlike most conventional code readers used in manufacturing, the 1000 ID uses specialised image pre-processing and identification software algorithms, enabling it to provide reliable reading performance on low-contrast, poorly formed codes that result from process degradations, as well as from marking techniques such as dot-peen marking and laser etching.

As it decodes, the 1000 ID can also provide process feedback about code quality to indicate how well or poorly marking equipment is functioning.

A number of commonly-used code formats are supported including Data Matrix ECC200, Code 3-of-9, Interleaved 2-of-5, and Code 128, UPC, UPC/EAN, PostNet, and PlanetCode barcodes.

Simple to use, the 1000 ID requires no programming, and applications are set up using a pre-configured application template.

From this parameters such as code type and line speed can be easily entered via the Reader's vision spreadsheet interface.

Additionally, the 1000 ID can be easily integrated with labelers, marking systems, and other equipment via its built-in Serial or Ethernet communication ports.

The self-contained In-Sight 1000 ID Reader, equipped with all ID software pre-installed, is just 4000 Euros.

A number of peripheral accessories are offered, including LED-based lighting modules, I/O modules, cables, and lens kits.

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