Basler acA4112-30uc Color USB 3.0 Camera

Technical Overview

12.3 MP color USB 3.0 camera with Sony IMX253 global shutter sensor, 30 fps, compact C-mount design.

Key Features

12.3 MP (4096 x 3000) resolution.
30 fps frame rate.
Sony Pregius IMX253 CMOS sensor with global shutter.
USB 3.0 interface with screw locks for industrial robustness.
Fully USB3 Vision compliant.
C-Mount lens mount.
Power over USB (PoC).
Includes Basler Pylon SDK software and driver.
PGI image enhancement algorithms (5x5 debayering, color-anti-aliasing, denoising, sharpening filter).
1 opto-coupled input line, 1 opto-coupled output line, and 2 general purpose I/O (GPIO) lines.
Synchronization via hardware trigger, software trigger, or free-run.
Pixel depth of 10/12 bit.
Adjustable black level, gain, area of interest, input debounce, and trigger delay.
Automatic exposure control, pixel binning, and horizontal image mirroring.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Resolution (H x V Pixels)	4096 x 3000 (default)
Resolution (Megapixels)	12.3 MP
Sensor Type	Sony IMX253LQR Progressive Scan CMOS Global Shutter
Frame Rate (fps)	30.9 fps (at default settings)
Pixel Size (H x V)	3.45 x 3.45 μm
Interface	USB 3.0
Lens Mount	C-Mount
Power Supply	Power over USB (5 VDC nominal)
Power Consumption	3.8 W (typical) / 4.48 W (challenging applications)
Operating Temperature	0 to +50 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 to +80 °C
I/O Lines	1 opto-coupled input, 1 opto-coupled output, 2 general purpose I/O
Pixel Depth	10/12 bit
Machine Vision Standard	USB3 Vision v1.0
Ingress Protection (IP) Rating	IP30
Conformity	CE (RoHS), EAC, UKCA, UL Listed, FCC, GenICam 2.x, REACH, KC
Physical Weight (kg)	0.08
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	3.58 x 4 x 3

Industrial Applications

1. High-Speed Defect Detection in Manufacturing

The Basler acA4112-30uc camera is ideal for detecting minute defects on fast-moving products on an assembly line. Its 12.3 MP resolution captures fine details, while the 30 fps frame rate allows for high-throughput inspection. The global shutter eliminates motion blur, ensuring clear images of objects in motion.

Problem Solved

Traditional vision systems struggle to capture clear, detailed images of rapidly moving components, leading to missed defects and reduced production quality. This camera solves this by providing high-resolution, blur-free imaging at high speeds.

12.3 MP Resolution30 fpsGlobal ShutterHigh-Throughput InspectionIndustrial Automation

2. Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) for Electronics

This camera provides the necessary resolution and color fidelity for precise automated optical inspection of printed circuit boards (PCBs), inspecting solder joints, component placement, and traces. The C-mount allows for flexible lens selection to achieve specific magnifications, and the integrated I/O lines facilitate synchronization with other test equipment.

Problem Solved

Manual inspection of PCBs is slow, error-prone, and inconsistent. The camera's high resolution (4096 x 3000 pixels) and color imaging capabilities with PGI algorithms enable automated, accurate, and repeatable inspection, improving quality control and efficiency in electronics manufacturing.

12.3 MP Color ImagingPGI AlgorithmsC-MountGPIOElectronics Manufacturing

3. Quality Control in Food and Beverage Sorting

The camera's ability to capture 12.3 MP color images at 30 fps makes it perfect for sorting applications in the food and beverage industry, accurately identifying discolored or defective items on a conveyor belt. The USB 3.0 interface ensures rapid data transfer for real-time processing, critical for maintaining high-volume production speeds.

Problem Solved

Inaccurate or slow sorting of food and beverage products can lead to waste and compromise product quality. The camera's high resolution, frame rate, and compact form factor enable efficient, precise, and automated quality control, minimizing waste and ensuring product consistency.

12.3 MP Color Imaging30 fpsUSB 3.0Real-time ProcessingSorting