1 MP, 2 MP, and 4 MP resolution CCD sensors Capture rate up to 120 fps Camera Link cameras provide minimum delay and jitter times for applications requiring strict timing	GigE Vision cameras offer up to 1 Gbit/s throughput and up to 100 m cable lengths for maximum flexibility Optoisolated digital I/O

Overview

Basler is a leading global manufacturer of digital cameras for industrial applications, medical devices, traffic systems, and the video surveillance market.

Basler aviator Camera Link Cameras

Camera Link is the ideal interface choice for applications that require determinism, throughput, and inspection speed, such as semiconductor inspection and medical imaging. National Instruments offers several Camera Link frame grabbers that work with Basler aviator Camera Link cameras and provide superior performance using NI-IMAQ driver software.

Basler aviator GigE Vision Cameras

GigE Vision is a widely adopted camera interface that takes advantage of standard, inexpensive cables and hardware for easy implementation. The GigE Vision standard offers the most flexibility, with long cable lengths up to 100 m and the ability to connect multiple cameras to a single port using network hubs.

NI-IMAQdx, a high-performance GigE Vision driver (part of NI Vision Acquisition Software), is optimized for Intel Pro 1000 chipsets to help you reduce CPU loads when acquiring from GigE cameras. For the best experience, you can use GigE Vision cameras with the powerful stand-alone NI Embedded Vision System and NI GigE Vision plug-in boards.

Requirements and Compatibility

Driver Information NI-IMAQ NI-IMAQdx

Software Compatibility LabVIEW Vision Development Module NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection

Application and Technology

Basler aviator Camera Link Camera Specifications

Basler aviator Cameras	Resolution    (H x V pixels)	Sensor	Sensor Technology	Sensor Size (optical)	Pixel Size (μm)	Frame Rate	Power Consumption (PoE/AUX)	Weight (typical)
avA1000-120km/kc	1024 x 1024	Kodak KAI-01050	Progressive Scan CCD, global shutter	1/2 in.	5.5 x 5.5	120 fps	5.0 W	<300 g
avA1600-65km/kc	1600 x 1200	Kodak KAI-02050	Progressive Scan CCD, global shutter	2/3 in.	5.5 x 5.5	67 fps	5.5 W	<300 g
avA1900-60km/kc	1920 x 1080	Kodak KAI-02150	Progressive Scan CCD, global shutter	2/3 in.	5.5 x 5.5	62 fps	5.5 W	<300 g
avA2300-30km/kc	2330 x 1750	Kodak KAI-04050	Progressive Scan CCD, global shutter	1 in.	5.5 x 5.5	31 fps	6.0 W	<300 g

 

Additional Specifications for All aviator Camera Link Cameras

Mono/Color	Mono/Color
Pixel Format	Mono 8, Mono 10, Mono 12, Bayer GR 8, Bayer GR 10, Bayer GR 12
Interface	Camera Link (base), single 26-pin MDR connector
CL Pixel Clock	32.5, 40, 48, or 65 MHz (selectable via software)
CL Tap Geometry	1X2-1Y or 1X-2YE
Synchronization	Via external trigger or free run
Exposure Control	Trigger width or timed
Housing Size (L x W x H)	41.2 mm x 62 mm x 62 mm
Housing Temperature	Up to 50 °C
Lens Mount	C-mount
Digital I/O	2 optoisolated input/1 optoisolated output
Power Requirements	12 VDC (±10%) via 6-pin Hirose connector
Conformity	CE, FCC, IP30, RoHS

 

 

Basler aviator GigE Vision Camera Specifications

Basler aviator Cameras	Resolution    (H x V pixels)	Sensor	Sensor Technology	Sensor Size (optical)	Pixel Size (μm)	Frame Rate	Power Consumption (PoE/AUX)	Weight (typical)
avA1000-100gm/gc	1024 x 1024	Kodak KAI-01050	Progressive Scan CCD, global shutter	1/2 in.	5.5 x 5.5	101 fps	5.6 W	<300 g
avA1600-50gm/gc	1600 x 1200	Kodak KAI-02050	Progressive Scan CCD, global shutter	2/3 in.	5.5 x 5.5	55 fps	5.8 W	<300 g
avA1900-50gm/gc	1920 x 1080	Kodak KAI-02150	Progressive Scan CCD, global shutter	2/3 in.	5.5 x 5.5	51 fps	5.8 W	<300 g
avA2300-25gm/gc	2330 x 1750	Kodak KAI-04050	Progressive Scan CCD, global shutter	1 in.	5.5 x 5.5	26 fps	6.3 W	<300 g

 

Additional Specifications for All aviator GigE Vision Cameras

Mono/Color	Mono/Color
Video Output Format	Mono 8, Mono 12, Mono 12 Packed, YUV 4:2:2 Packed, YUV 4:2:2 (YUYV) Packed, Bayer GB 8, Bayer GB 12, Bayer GB 12 Packed
Interface	Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbit/s)
Synchronization	Via external trigger, via the Ethernet connection, or free run
Exposure Control	Via external trigger signal or programmable via the camera API
Housing Size (L x W x H)	40.7 mm x 62 mm x 62 mm
Housing Temperature	Up to 50 °C
Lens Mount	C-mount
Digital I/O	2 optoisolated input/4 optoisolated output
Power Requirements	12 VDC (±10%) via 12-pin Hirose connector
Conformity	CE, FCC, IP30, RoHS

 

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