HIKROBOT MV-CA003-21UC — Area Scan Cameras
0.3 MP, PYTHON300, USB3.0, Color, 814.5 fps
The MV-CA003-21UC carries the same PYTHON300 sensor as its GigE sibling but over USB3.0, reaching 814.5 fps at 640×480 — one of the highest frame rates in this part of the series. SNR (39.9 dB) and dynamic range (59 dB) match the GigE version, while the USB3.0 interface allows a more compact 29×29×30 mm housing. This model is likewise listed by HIKROBOT under Delisting Preparation.
The USB3.0 interface, backward-compatible with USB2.0, can draw power directly from the bus (typ. 3.3 W @ 5 VDC) in addition to the 12 VDC input, removing the need for a separate power supply in many setups. M2 screw holes secure the USB3.0 cable, and the 6-pin Hirose connector keeps the same I/O set (one opto-isolated input, one opto-isolated output, one bi-directional line). Hardware triggering, software triggering, and free-run mode are all supported, with USB3 Vision and GenICam compliance for MVS client integration.
Specifications
| CA Series — Area Scan | |
|---|---|
| Model | MV-CA003-21UC |
| Performance | |
| Sensor type | CMOS, global shutter |
| Sensor model | PYTHON300 |
| Pixel size | 4.8 μm × 4.8 μm |
| Sensor size | 1/4″ |
| Resolution | 640 × 480 |
| Max. frame rate | 814.5 fps @ 640 × 480 |
| Dynamic range | 59 dB |
| SNR | 39.9 dB |
| Gain | 0 dB to 15 dB |
| Exposure time | 40 μs to 10 sec |
| Exposure mode | Off/Once/Continuous exposure mode |
| Mono | Color |
| Pixel format | Mono 8/10/12, Bayer RG 8/10/10p/12/12p, YUV422_YUYV_Packed, YUV 422 Packed, RGB8, BGR8 |
| Binning | Supports 1 × 1, 1 × 2, 1 × 4, 2 × 1, 2 × 2, 2 × 4, 4 × 1, 4 × 2, 4 × 4 |
| Decimation | Supports 1 × 1, 2 × 2 |
| Reverse image | Supports horizontal and vertical reverse image output |
| Image buffer | 128 MB |
| Electrical feature | |
| Data interface | USB3.0, compatible with USB2.0 |
| Digital I/O | 6-pin Hirose 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 | 12 VDC, supports USB3.0 power supply |
| Power consumption | Typ. 3.3 W @ 5 VDC (USB3.0 provides power supply) |
| Mechanical | |
| Lens mount | C-mount |
| Dimension | 29 mm × 29 mm × 30 mm (1.1″ × 1.1″ × 1.2″) |
| Weight | Approx. 56 g (0.12 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% RH to 80% RH (no condensation) |
| General | |
| Client software | MVS or third-party software compatible with USB3 Vision Protocol |
| Operating system | 32/64-bit Windows 7/10, 32/64-bit Linux |
| Compatibility | USB3 Vision, GenlCam |
| Certification | CE, RoHS, KC |
| HIKROBOT part no. | SM000025416 |
| Status | Being discontinued |
Key features
- Supports auto and manual adjustment for gain, exposure control, LUT, Gamma correction, etc.
- Supports hardware triggering, software triggering and free run mode.
- Adopts M2 screw holes for securing cable that connects USB3.0 interface.
- Compatible with USB3 Vision Protocol, GenICam Standard, and the third-party software based on these protocol and standard.
Where it is used
With frame rates up to 814.5 fps, this camera suits time-critical tasks on fast conveyors — presence/position checks, part counting, and capturing small parts moving quickly along a line. Its color imaging also enables high-speed color-based sorting. The compact USB3.0 housing suits in-line stations with tight mounting space.
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?
Let us determine resolution, interface, lens and illumination together, based on your application. FST is HIKROBOT’s distributor in Türkiye; product selection, commissioning and after-sales support all come from one source.
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Source: HIKROBOT product data