Basler acA4112-20um 12.3MP USB 3.0 Monochrome Industrial Camera

Technical Overview

12.3 MP monochrome industrial camera with Sony IMX304 CMOS sensor, global shutter, USB 3.0 interface.

Key Features

Ultra-Small Form Factor (35.8 x 40 x 30 mm, excludes connectors and lens mount).
Fully USB3 Vision Compliant.
Screw-locking USB 3.0 ports for increased ruggedness in demanding applications.
Includes Basler Pylon SDK software and driver.
Global Shutter for distortion-free capture of fast-moving objects.
10/12 bit Pixel Depth.
Supports Hardware Trigger (GPIO), Software Trigger, and Free-Run synchronization.
C-Mount Lens Mount for wide lens compatibility.
1 opto-coupled input line, 1 opto-coupled output line, and 2 general purpose I/O (GPIO) lines.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Sensor	Sony IMX304 Progressive Scan CMOS
Resolution (H x V)	4096 x 3000 pixels (default), 12.3 MP
Frame Rate	23 fps
Pixel Size (H x V)	3.45 µm x 3.45 µm
Pixel Depth	10/12 bit
Interface	USB 3.0
Power Supply	Power over USB (5 VDC nominal)
Power Consumption (Typical)	3 W
Lens Mount	C-Mount
Operating Temperature	0 to +50 °C
Shutter Type	Global Shutter
I/O Lines	1 opto-coupled input, 1 opto-coupled output, 2 GPIOs
IP Rating	IP30
Dynamic Range	72.8 dB
Sensor Format	1.1"
Sensor Size (H x V)	14.13 mm x 10.35 mm
Physical Weight (kg)	0.08
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	3.58 x 4 x 3

Industrial Applications

1. High-Speed Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)

The camera's 12.3 MP resolution and global shutter, combined with a 23 fps frame rate, make it ideal for detailed inspection of fast-moving components on production lines, such as circuit boards or small mechanical parts.

Problem Solved

Ensures precise defect detection and quality control without motion blur, even with high-speed conveyors, by capturing sharp images of rapidly moving objects.

12.3 MP Resolution23 fpsGlobal ShutterAutomated InspectionQuality Control

2. Robotics and Pick-and-Place Systems

Its compact dimensions (35.8 x 40 x 30 mm) and USB 3.0 interface with Power over USB enable easy integration into robotic arms or compact vision systems for guiding pick-and-place operations, where space and cable management are critical.

Problem Solved

Provides accurate visual feedback for robotic guidance in confined spaces, minimizing cable clutter and simplifying power delivery through the single USB 3.0 connection.

Compact SizeUSB 3.0Power over USBRobotic GuidanceMachine Vision

3. Industrial Metrology and Measurement

The high pixel count (4096 x 3000) and small pixel size (3.45 µm) allow for precise dimensional measurements and verification of parts, making it suitable for metrology applications in manufacturing, operating reliably within 0 to +50 °C industrial environments with IP30 dust protection.

Problem Solved

Enables high-accuracy non-contact measurement of critical dimensions and features on manufactured goods, ensuring product conformity and quality within typical factory conditions.

4096 x 3000 Pixels3.45 µm Pixel SizeIndustrial MetrologyDimensional MeasurementIP30 Rating0 to +50 °C Operating Temperature