HIKROBOT MV-CU004-10GC — Area Scan Cameras
0.4 MP, Sony IMX297, GigE, Color, 126.5 fps
For those who need color in the 0.4 MP class of the CU series, the MV-CU004-10GC offers the Sony® IMX297 global-shutter CMOS with Bayer RG 8 output, reaching 126.5 fps at 720 × 540. Despite the color filter, the 6.9 μm × 6.9 μm pixel, 41 dB SNR and 74 dB dynamic range are retained, with gain adjustable from 0 to 24 dB. The 1/2.9″ sensor covers both fast and static scenes through a 1–14 μs UltraShort mode and a 15 μs to 10 s standard exposure range.
On the installation side the camera uses Gigabit Ethernet (Fast Ethernet compatible) for a single relay-free run of up to 100 m, and with the optional PoE the power can ride on the same cable; otherwise the 9–24 VDC input draws a typical 2 W at 12 VDC. For triggering, the 6-pin P7 connector provides an opto-isolated input (Line 0), an opto-isolated output (Line 1) and a bi-directional non-isolated line (Line 2), with hardware, software and free-run modes available. The 29 mm × 29 mm × 42 mm C-mount body weighs about 100 g and works with software built on the GigE Vision V2.0 and GenICam standards.
Specifications
| CU Series — Cost-effective | |
|---|---|
| Model | MV-CU004-10GC |
| Performance | |
| Sensor type | CMOS, global shutter |
| Sensor model | Sony® IMX297 |
| Pixel size | 6.9 μm × 6.9 μm |
| Sensor size | 1/2.9″ |
| Resolution | 720 × 540 |
| Max. frame rate | 126.5 fps @720 × 540 Bayer RG 8 |
| Dynamic range | 74 dB |
| SNR | 41 dB |
| Gain | 0 dB to 24 dB |
| Exposure time | UltraShort exposure mode: 1 μs to 14 μs Standard exposure mode: 15 μs to 10 sec |
| Exposure mode | Off/Once/Continuous exposure mode |
| Mono/color | Color |
| Pixel format | Bayer RG 8/10/10Packed/12/12Packed |
| Binning | Supports 1 × 1, 2 × 2, 4 × 4 |
| Decimation | Supports 1 × 1, 2 × 2, 4 × 4 |
| Reverse image | Supports horizontal and vertical reverse image output |
| Electrical feature | |
| Data interface | Gigabit Ethernet, compatible with Fast Ethernet |
| Digital I/O | 6-pin P7 connector provides power and I/O, including opto-isolated input × 1 (Line 0), opto-isolated output × 1 (Line 1), bi-directional non-isolated I/O × 1 (Line 2). |
| Power supply | 9 VDC to 24 VDC, PoE is optional |
| Power consumption | Typ. 2 W@12 VDC |
| Mechanical | |
| Lens mount | C-mount |
| Dimension | 29 mm × 29 mm × 42 mm (1.1″ × 1.1″ × 1.7″) |
| Weight | Approx. 100 g (0.2 lb.) |
| Ingress protection | IP30 (under proper lens installation and wiring) |
| Temperature | Working temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) Storage temperature: -30 °C to 70 °C (-22 °F to 158 °F) |
| Humidity | 20% to 95% RH, non-condensing |
| General | |
| Client software | MVS or third-party software meeting with GigE Vision Protocol |
| Operating system | 32/64-bit Windows XP/7/10, 32/64-bit Linux and 64-bit MacOS |
| Compatibility | GigE Vision V2.0, GenICam |
| Certification | CE, RoHS, KC |
| HIKROBOT part no. | SM000042358 |
| Status | Available |
Key features
- Adopts low power consumption design with stable performance.
- Supports auto and manual adjustment of gain, exposure time, etc.
- Supports hardware trigger, software trigger, free run, etc.
- Adopts GigE interface and max. transmission distance of 100 meters without relay.
- Compatible with GigE Vision V2.0 Protocol, GenICam Standard, and third-party software based on the protocol and standard.
Where it is used
The strength of this model is not speed alone but color at speed: confirming cap color on lines where hundreds of products pass each minute, separating color-coded parts, checking the color sequence of wires or connectors. Its 0.4 MP resolution is sufficient for the presence and position of larger color areas rather than fine print, and the global shutter captures the color of a moving product without smear.
Suitability depends on working distance, field of view, target characteristics and positioning. Selection is assessed on a per-project basis.
Is this camera right for your application?
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