Basler acA2000-340km Industrial Area Scan Camera

Technical Overview

Compact 2.2 MP monochrome CMOS industrial camera with global shutter, delivering 340 fps via Camera Link.

Key Features

2.2 MP resolution (2048 x 1088 pixels).
High frame rate of 340 fps.
CMOS sensor with global shutter technology.
Camera Link interface with Power over Camera Link (PoCL) support.
Compact housing dimensions: 43.5 x 29 x 29 mm.
Adjustable black level, gain, and area of interest.
Support for pixel binning, mirroring, test images, and luminance lookup table.
Synchronization via external trigger, software trigger, or free-run modes.
C-Mount lens interface.
Wide operating temperature range of 0 to 50°C.
Compliant with RoHS, FCC, and CE standards.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Resolution (H x V)	2048 x 1088 pixels (2.2 MP)
Frame Rate	340 fps
Sensor Type	CMOS
Shutter Type	Global Shutter
Pixel Size (H x V)	5.5 x 5.5 µm
Sensor Format	2/3 Inches
Data Interface	Camera Link (Base, Medium, Full) with PoCL
Lens Mount	C-Mount
Bit Depth	8 Bit, 10 Bit, 12 Bit
Power Supply	12 VDC
Power Consumption	3 W
Operating Temperature	0 to 50 °C
Compliances	FCC, CE, RoHS
Synchronization	External Trigger, Software, Free-Run
Physical Weight (kg)	0.1
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	4.35 x 2.9 x 2.9

Industrial Applications

1. High-Speed Quality Control on Production Lines

Utilizing the camera for precise inspection of fast-moving items, such as electronic components or packaged goods, to identify defects, verify assembly, or check print quality on high-volume manufacturing lines.

Problem Solved

The camera's high frame rate (340 fps) and global shutter capability enable the capture of sharp, motion-blur-free images of objects in rapid motion, crucial for real-time defect detection. The 2.2 MP resolution provides the detail necessary to identify minute flaws, while the Camera Link interface ensures high-bandwidth data transfer for immediate processing and feedback.

Machine VisionQuality InspectionHigh-Speed ImagingGlobal ShutterDefect DetectionReal-time ProcessingIndustrial Automation

2. Automated Sorting and Classification Systems

Deployment in automated sorting systems for tasks like separating small parts, grading agricultural products, or classifying recycling materials based on visual characteristics at high throughput rates.

Problem Solved

The 340 fps frame rate allows for very rapid image acquisition, essential for efficient high-volume sorting operations. The 2.2 MP monochrome sensor provides critical detail for distinguishing subtle features, colors (via filters), and patterns on different items. Its compact dimensions facilitate integration into space-constrained sorting machinery.

Automated SortingObject RecognitionMaterial HandlingHigh ThroughputImage AnalysisRobotic VisionManufacturing

3. Motion Analysis in Industrial Research & Development

Capturing detailed, high-speed sequences of dynamic industrial processes, such as mechanical movements, fluid dynamics, or rapid material deformation, in research and development environments for in-depth analysis and optimization.

Problem Solved

The camera's 340 fps capture rate combined with a global shutter is vital for freezing extremely fast motion, yielding clear, unblurred images for precise motion analysis. The 2.2 MP resolution ensures fine details are visible for accurate measurement and scientific investigation of high-speed phenomena, enabling engineers to optimize designs and processes.

Motion CaptureFluid DynamicsProcess OptimizationHigh-Speed VideoResearch & DevelopmentEvent TriggeringMechanical Engineering