Basler ace acA2040-120uc 3.2 MP USB 3.0 Color Camera

Technical Overview

Compact 3.2 MP color camera with global shutter, 120 fps, and USB 3.0 interface for high-speed industrial imaging applications.

Key Features

3.2 MP resolution (2048 x 1536 pixels) at 120 fps.
Sony IMX252 CMOS sensor with Global Shutter for distortion-free imaging of moving objects.
Ultra-small form factor of 29.3 x 29 x 29 mm (L x W x H).
USB3 Vision compliant with screw-locking USB 3.0 ports for enhanced ruggedness.
C-Mount lens interface for versatile lens options.
Supports hardware, software, and free-run triggering for flexible synchronization.
Includes Basler Pylon SDK software and driver for easy integration and control.
Operating temperature range from 0 °C to +50 °C.
10/12-bit pixel depth for detailed image capture.
IP30 conformity for protection against solid objects larger than 2.5 mm.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Resolution (H x V Pixels)	2048 x 1536 px (default), 2064 x 1544 px (full)
Resolution (Megapixels)	3.2 MP
Frame Rate	120 fps
Sensor	Sony IMX252 CMOS
Sensor Type	Progressive Scan CMOS, Global Shutter
Sensor Format	1/1.8"
Pixel Size (H x V)	3.45 µm x 3.45 µm
Sensing Area (H x V)	7.07 mm x 5.3 mm
Interface	USB 3.0
Power Supply	Power over USB 3.0
Power Requirements (typical)	3.4 W
Operating Temperature	0 °C to +50 °C
Lens Mount	C-Mount
Pixel Bit Depth	10/12 bit
Synchronization	Hardware Trigger, Software Trigger, Free-Run
Digital Input	1
Digital Output	1
General Purpose I/O (GPIO)	2
Conformity	CE, RoHS, EAC, UKCA, UL Listed, FCC, GenICam 2.x, IP30, USB3 Vision, REACH, KC
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

The Basler acA2040-120uc is perfectly suited for rapid and precise inspection of fast-moving products on an assembly line. Its 3.2 MP resolution and 120 fps global shutter ensure clear, distortion-free images for defect detection and sorting.

Problem Solved

Eliminates motion blur and captures detailed images of rapidly moving items for defect detection, sorting, and quality assurance, significantly improving throughput and reducing errors.

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2. Automated Microscopy for Life Sciences

With its 3.2 MP resolution, 3.45 µm pixel size, and high frame rate, this camera enables detailed and dynamic observation in automated microscopy. The C-mount allows for seamless integration with standard microscope optics for applications like cell analysis or biological process monitoring.

Problem Solved

Enables high-resolution, high-speed image acquisition for automated cell counting, disease diagnosis, and observation of live biological phenomena, improving research efficiency and diagnostic accuracy.

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3. Robotics and Automation for Pick-and-Place Operations

The camera's compact size, high resolution, global shutter, and USB 3.0 interface make it an ideal vision component for robotic systems. It can quickly provide accurate visual feedback for precise object localization and manipulation in pick-and-place or assembly tasks, leveraging its I/O lines for synchronization.

Problem Solved

Provides accurate and fast visual feedback to robotic systems for precise pick-and-place, assembly, and quality inspection tasks, enhancing automation efficiency and reliability.

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