Basler acA2500-60uc 5MP USB 3.0 Color Area Scan Camera

Technical Overview

5MP color camera with global shutter, 60fps, USB 3.0 interface, and compact 29x29x29mm dimensions for industrial vision.

Key Features

Ultra-Small Form Factor (29.3 x 29 x 29 mm).
Fully USB3 Vision Compliant.
Global Shutter.
5.0 MP Resolution (2590 x 2048 pixels) at 60 fps.
C-Mount Lens Mount.
10-bit Pixel Depth.
Hardware and Software Trigger Synchronization.
Screw-locking USB 3.0 port for ruggedness.
Includes Basler Pylon SDK software and driver.
1 opto-coupled input, 1 opto-coupled output, 2 general purpose I/O (GPIO) lines.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Sensor Type	onsemi PYTHON 5000 Progressive Scan CMOS
Shutter Type	Global
Resolution (H x V Pixels)	2590 x 2048
Resolution (Megapixels)	5.0 MP
Pixel Size (H x V)	4.8 x 4.8 µm
Sensor Format	1"
Sensing Area (H x V)	12.44 mm x 9.83 mm
Frame Rate	60 fps
Pixel Depth	10 bit
Interface	USB 3.0
Connector	USB 3.0 Micro-B with Screw Locks
Power Supply	Power over USB 3.0
Power Consumption (typical)	3.5 W
Synchronization	Hardware Trigger (GPIO), Software Trigger, or Free-Run
I/O Lines	1 opto-coupled input, 1 opto-coupled output, 2 general purpose I/O (GPIO) lines
GPIO Connector Type	6-pin Hirose (HR10)
Lens Mount	C-Mount
Operating Temperature	0 to +50 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 to +80 °C
IP Rating	IP30
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 is ideal for performing rapid and precise quality control in automated manufacturing environments. Its high resolution and frame rate enable detailed inspection of products on fast-moving assembly lines.

Problem Solved

Rapid and accurate identification of manufacturing defects (e.g., surface flaws, incorrect assembly, missing components) on high-throughput production lines, improving product quality and reducing waste.

Machine VisionDefect DetectionQuality InspectionHigh-Speed ImagingGlobal ShutterIndustrial Automation

2. Automated Sorting and Classification Systems

The Basler acA2500-60uc can be integrated into automated systems for sorting and classifying various items based on visual characteristics. Its global shutter ensures clear images of objects in motion, facilitating accurate decision-making.

Problem Solved

Efficient and precise categorization of products, materials, or waste, which is vital in recycling, food processing, or logistics, minimizing manual labor and errors.

Object RecognitionMaterial HandlingRobotic VisionConveyor Belt SystemsImage ProcessingColor Analysis

3. Medical Imaging for Laboratory Automation/Microscopy

With its 5 MP resolution and compact form factor, this camera is well-suited for integration into automated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, for high-detail medical or biological imaging and analysis.

Problem Solved

Providing high-resolution, real-time imaging for automated cell counting, diagnostic sample analysis, or intricate biological research under a microscope, enhancing analysis speed and accuracy.

MicroscopyBiomedical ImagingLaboratory AutomationImage AnalysisCell CountingDigital Pathology