Basler ace acA1920-50gm 2.3MP GigE Monochrome Camera

Technical Overview

2.3MP monochrome GigE industrial camera with Sony IMX174 global shutter sensor, 50fps, and IP30 rating.

Key Features

2.3 MP resolution (1920 x 1200 pixels) at 50 fps.
Sony IMX174 CMOS global shutter sensor for excellent image quality.
GigE interface for fast and efficient data transfer.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) for single-cable power and data.
Compact housing (42 x 29 x 29 mm without lens/connectors).
C-mount lens compatibility.
IP30 rating for industrial environments.
Includes Basler pylon SDK Software and Driver.
1 opto-coupled input, 1 opto-coupled output, and 1 general purpose I/O line.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Resolution (H x V Pixels)	1936 x 1216 (full), 1920 x 1200 (default)
Resolution	2.3 MP
Sensor Type	Sony IMX174LLJ-C Progressive scan CMOS Global shutter
Sensor Format	1/1.2"
Pixel Size (H x V)	5.86 μm x 5.86 μm
Frame Rate	50 fps
Interface	GigE (Gigabit Ethernet 1000 Mbit/s)
Power Consumption (PoE)	≈3.2 W (typical), ≈3.4 W (max.)
Power Consumption (I/O Connector)	≈2.8 W (typical), ≈3.0 W (max.)
Operating Voltage (I/O Connector)	12–24 VDC (min 10.8 VDC, max 30 VDC)
I/O Lines	1 opto-coupled input, 1 opto-coupled output, 1 general purpose I/O
Lens Mount	C-mount
IP Rating	IP30
Operating Temperature	0 °C to +50 °C
Physical Weight (kg)	0.09
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	4.2 x 2.9 x 2.9

Industrial Applications

1. Automated High-Speed Quality Inspection

The camera's 2.3 MP resolution and 50 fps global shutter capability enable rapid and precise inspection of fast-moving objects on production lines, ensuring detailed defect detection without motion blur. Its compact size allows for integration into existing machinery, and GigE with PoE simplifies wiring in complex industrial setups.

Problem Solved

Eliminates blurred images from moving targets and provides sufficient resolution for fine defect detection at high throughput, reducing manual inspection errors and increasing production efficiency.

Machine VisionQuality ControlDefect DetectionGlobal ShutterHigh Frame RateGigEPoE

2. Robotic Pick-and-Place and Assembly Guidance

With its accurate global shutter and 2.3 MP resolution, this camera is ideal for guiding industrial robots in pick-and-place, assembly, and precise positioning tasks. The GigE interface ensures reliable data transfer for real-time control, while the compact size facilitates mounting on robotic arms or within constrained workspaces.

Problem Solved

Provides robots with high-resolution, distortion-free images of objects and environments, enabling accurate object recognition, precise gripping, and error-free assembly in dynamic automation scenarios.

RoboticsAutomationObject RecognitionGlobal ShutterGigE VisionCompact DesignReal-time Processing

3. High-Resolution Microscopy and Biomedical Imaging

The camera's 2.3 MP monochrome sensor and global shutter are well-suited for capturing detailed, high-contrast images in microscopy and biomedical applications, especially for observing live cell dynamics or fast biological processes without artifacts. The stable GigE connection ensures consistent image streaming to analysis software.

Problem Solved

Delivers sharp, high-fidelity monochrome images of microscopic samples, critical for quantitative analysis and documentation in scientific research and medical diagnostics, overcoming challenges with motion blur in live imaging.

MicroscopyBiomedical ImagingMonochromeGlobal ShutterHigh ResolutionGigEScientific Research