In industrial automation production, industrial camera plays an increasingly important role. As a high-precision, high-efficiency image acquisition equipment, it can quickly and accurately obtain a variety of information in the production process, providing strong support for the automation and intelligence of the production line.

Functions of industrial camera

1. Image acquisition: industrial camera is one of the most important image acquisition equipment in industrial automation production. It can convert the image information of the target object into digital signals through high-precision image sensors and optical systems, and transmit them to computers or controllers for processing. This image information can include the appearance, size, colour, texture, etc. of the product, which provides basic data for subsequent applications such as quality inspection, classification and identification.

2. Position Calibration: Industrial cameras can be used for position calibration on production lines. By photographing the target object and extracting its feature information, such as edges and centre points, the position of the object can be measured and calibrated with high precision. This is important for achieving precise positioning, assembly, welding and other operations on automated production lines.

3. Defect detection: industrial cameras play an important role in defect detection. Through high-precision image acquisition and data processing technology, industrial cameras can quickly and accurately detect tiny defects, blemishes, scratches and other problems on the surface of the product, thus improving product quality and production efficiency.

4. Colour recognition: industrial cameras can be used for colour recognition. Through high-precision colour sensors and image processing technology, industrial cameras can identify the colour of the target object and compare it with the preset colour standard, so as to achieve the automatic classification of products, screening and other functions.

Application scenarios of industrial cameras in industrial automation production

1. Quality inspection on production line: In various processes on the production line, industrial cameras can be used to inspect the appearance quality of products, such as surface defects, scratches, stains, etc., as well as size and shape deviations, so as to improve the quality of products and reduce the rate of defective products.

2. Robot vision guidance: industrial cameras can be used with robots to guide them through vision to perform precise operations, such as grasping, placing, welding, etc., thus realising the intelligence and flexibility of automated production lines.

Logistics Sorting: In the logistics sorting system, industrial cameras can identify the shape, colour, barcode and other information of parcels or items, and automatically sort and transfer them to improve sorting efficiency and accuracy.

3. Measurement and positioning: In the manufacturing industry, industrial cameras can be used for measurement and positioning. For example, in automotive manufacturing, industrial cameras can be used to measure the body size, positioning welding points, etc.; in semiconductor manufacturing, industrial cameras are used to detect the chip position and size, etc..

Industrial cameras play an important role in industrial automation production. With the continuous development of technology, the performance and functions of industrial cameras will continue to improve and perfect, bringing more innovation and development space for industrial automation production.