HIKROBOT MV-CU050-90UM — Area Scan Cameras
5 MP, GMAX2505, USB3.0, Mono, 59.8 fps

The MV-CU050-90UM pairs the GMAX2505 global-shutter sensor with a USB3.0 interface in a 5 MP monochrome CU-series camera. The 1/2″ sensor with 2.5 μm pixels delivers 2600 × 2160 and climbs to 59.8 fps in Mono 8, close to three times the 21 fps of the GigE version on the same sensor. A 37 dB SNR, 63.9 dB dynamic range and exposure down to 3 μs let it freeze fast motion cleanly.
The camera takes data and power over USB3.0 (typically 2.1 W at 5 VDC), is compatible with USB2.0 ports and also accepts a 9 VDC to 24 VDC external supply when required. The 6-pin P7 connector holds an opto-isolated input (Line 0), an opto-isolated output (Line 1) and a bi-directional non-isolated line (Line 2), through which hardware triggering and strobe synchronization are set up at high frame rates. The 29 mm × 29 mm × 35.6 mm body weighs about 94 g, has IP30 protection and a C-mount; USB3 Vision and GenICam compliance, together with custom ROI and horizontal/vertical image reversal, make it usable in standards-based software.
Specifications
| CU Series — Cost-effective | |
|---|---|
| Model | MV-CU050-90UM |
| Performance | |
| Sensor type | CMOS, global shutter |
| Sensor model | GMAX2505 |
| Pixel size | 2.5 μm × 2.5 μm |
| Sensor size | 1/2″ |
| Resolution | 2600 × 2160 |
| Max. frame rate | 59.8 fps @2600 × 2160 Mono 8 |
| Dynamic range | 63.9 dB |
| SNR | 37 dB |
| Gain | 0 dB to 12 dB |
| Exposure time | 3 μs to 10 sec |
| Exposure mode | Off/Once/Continuous exposure mode |
| Mono/color | Mono |
| Pixel format | Mono 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 | USB3.0, compatible with USB2.0 |
| 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), and bi-directional non-isolated I/O × 1 (Line 2) |
| Power supply | 9 VDC to 24 VDC, supports USB3.0 power supply |
| Power consumption | Typ. 2.1 W@5 VDC (USB3.0 provides power supply) |
| Mechanical | |
| Lens mount | C-mount |
| Dimension | 29 mm × 29 mm × 35.6 mm (1.1″ × 1.1″ × 1.4″) |
| Weight | Approx. 94 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 80% RH, non-condensing |
| General | |
| Client software | MVS or third-party software meeting with USB3 Vision Protocol |
| Operating system | 32/64-bit Windows XP/7/10, 32/64-bit Linux and 64-bit MacOS |
| Compatibility | USB3 Vision, GenlCam |
| Certification | CE, RoHS, KC |
| HIKROBOT part no. | SM000041929 |
| Status | Available |
Key features
- Adopts brand new design to reduce power consumption.
- Supports auto or manual adjustment of gain, exposure time, and manual adjustment of LUT, Gamma correction, etc.
- Supports customized ROI, horizontal and vertical reverse image output.
- Adopts compact design for flexible installation.
- Compatible with USB3 Vision Protocol, GenICam Standard, and third-party software based on the protocol and standard.
Where it is used
Global shutter at 59.8 fps is used in cells where fast-moving parts are checked by a PC within USB cable reach: part-orientation detection on pick-and-place feeders, result verification at high-speed screwdriving and assembly stations, and counting at the outlet of vibratory feeders. The 2600 × 2160 monochrome frame gives enough detail for edge-based measurement and code reading on small parts. Narrowing the ROI reduces image size and with it the processing load.
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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