Basler acA1920-150um 2.3 MP Monochrome USB 3.0 Camera

Technical Overview

2.3 MP monochrome USB 3.0 camera with 150 fps and global shutter, ideal for high-speed machine vision.

Key Features

Ultra-small form factor (29 x 29mm).
Fully USB3 Vision Compliant.
Monochrome Camera.
Progressive Scan CMOS Sensor with Global Shutter.
C-Mount lens interface.
Power over USB 3.0.
Includes Basler Pylon SDK software and driver.
Screw-locking USB 3.0 ports for increased ruggedness.
Synchronization via Hardware Trigger (GPIO), Software Trigger, or Free-Run.
Operating temperature range of 0 °C to +50 °C.
IP30 rating.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Resolution (H x V Pixels)	1920 x 1200
Resolution (Megapixels)	2.3 MP
Sensor Type	onsemi PYTHON 2000 Progressive Scan CMOS Global Shutter
Sensor Format	2/3"
Pixel Size (H x V)	4.8 x 4.8 µm
Frame Rate	150 fps
Pixel Depth	10 bit
Dynamic Range	56.9 dB (typical)
Interface	USB 3.0
Power Supply	Power over USB
Power Consumption (typical)	3.0 W
Lens Mount	C-Mount
Operating Temperature	0 to +50 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 to +80 °C
IP Rating	IP30
Digital Input	1
Digital Output	1
General Purpose I/O (GPIO)	2
Physical Weight (kg)	0.08
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	2.93 x 2.9 x 2.9

Industrial Applications

1. High-Speed Quality Control in Manufacturing

This camera can be integrated into automated production lines for rapid inspection of components or assembled products. The high frame rate (150 fps) allows for inspecting fast-moving objects, while the 2.3 MP resolution and global shutter ensure clear, distortion-free images of defects or misalignments. Its small size allows for integration into tight spaces on the line.

Problem Solved

Ensures rapid detection of manufacturing defects, improving product quality and reducing waste on high-speed assembly lines.

Machine VisionAutomated Optical Inspection (AOI)High-Speed ImagingQuality AssuranceGlobal Shutter

2. Robotics and Automation for Pick-and-Place

The compact size and low weight (80g) make it suitable for mounting on robotic arms for precise pick-and-place operations. The USB 3.0 interface provides high-speed data transfer to a controlling PC, enabling real-time object recognition and gripper positioning. The global shutter prevents motion blur, crucial for accurately locating objects in motion.

Problem Solved

Provides accurate and fast visual feedback for robotic manipulators, enhancing precision and speed in assembly or sorting tasks.

RoboticsVision-Guided RoboticsObject RecognitionPick-and-PlaceReal-time Processing

3. Medical Imaging and Laboratory Automation

In laboratory settings, this camera can be used for microscopy or analyzing biological samples. Its high resolution (1920 x 1200) captures fine details, and the high frame rate (150 fps) can be beneficial for observing dynamic processes or quickly scanning multiple samples. The precise exposure control (hardware trigger) ensures consistent image acquisition for quantitative analysis within a typical operating temperature range of 0 to +50 °C.

Problem Solved

Enables detailed and rapid acquisition of images for scientific research, diagnostic imaging, or automated sample analysis in controlled laboratory environments.

MicroscopyBio-imagingLab AutomationImage AnalysisDigital Pathology