The tough, compact image sensing
device that is easy to use
LightPix AE20
ARCT1B250E-1 ’06.6
http://www.nais-e.com/vision/
Panasonic... the new name for
Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd.
Advanced usabiliy, durable design
(IP67 waterproof construction)
All functions for lighting, image acquisition (camera) and signal processing
(CPU) are contained in this one unit. With software designed to epitomize
user-friendliness, settings can be made simply and surely while viewing
images on a personal computer.
Fully equipped with a waterproof body structure and functions to assist
installation.
LightPix can tackle a variety of tasks even under harsh working conditions.
Make Settings Easily
Using free dedicated software,
settings can be made simply and
surely while viewing images on a
personal computer.
First-time users easily grasp the
settings principles and are aided by
such functions as auto-tuning.
Easy Installation
This single unit contains CPU, lighting and camera,
which makes installation easy and reduces costs.
Can be installed immediately once the required visual
field has been selected from the 4 models available.
Stable Detection
As opposed to point measurement, LightPix utilizes a 2-
dimensional image capturing element to measure
surfaces. This allows inspection over a broader area and
enables more stable detection.
Supported Applications
Various applications are supported with a wide range of inspection modes..
Cap Sticker Detection
Color Area
Registers a color on
the inspection
object and detects
the area of that
color.
Campaign Sticker
Color Discrimination
Color
Discrimination
Discriminates which
color is closest to
the color registered
(up to 7).
Logo Detection
Color Pattern
Matching
Detects colors and
patterns on the
object which
matches the
template registered.
OK
NG
NG
Part/Board/Label
Position Inspection
Edge
Detection
Detects the position
of edges on
inspected objects.
Board/Label
Position Alignment Inspection
Apex
Detection
Detects the position
of the apex of an
object.
Part Type Inspection
Size
Measurement
Detects the size
(max. and min.) of
an object.
NG
3
Operation
Operation made even easier in response to workplace conditions.
Easy Settings
Settings can be made easily by anyone from a personal computer, using the
dedicated free software AETOOL.
USB Cable
(1)
(2)
(1) Settings procedure at a glance.
(2) Large, clear display giving sharp images of inspection
objects.
(3)
(4)
(3) Size and position of inspection area can also be changed
easily by dragging with the mouse.
(4) Exposure times, and max. and min. values for judgment
criteria can be set automatically with one click of the
teaching button.
(5) Evaluation results, inspection times, evaluation criteria max.
and min. values, etc. can be checked on one screen,
showing the current status at a glance.
(5)
●
When multiple LightPix units are in use, saved data files can be copied.
AETOOL can be downloaded from the following URL:
●
Using the export function, details on settings can be converted into documents.
http://www.nais-e.com/vision/
Industry’s
First
Auto-tuning of Exposure Time
One-click Operations
(1) Automatic setting of LightPix AE20 even without
any knowledge of cameras or sensors.
(2) Fine adjustment of exposure time and
evaluation criteria max. and min.
values also possible for expert users.
Teaching Mode
Evaluation Criteria Mode
Detection of visual field brightness and automatic
setting to optimum state.
Exposure time is too short.
Tuning
Exposure time is too long.
Exposure time is correct.
4
Features
Design considers many varied usage scenarios.
Supports IP67 with its Water- and Dust-resistant Aluminum Body
Supports IP67, so it can be used in environments such as with foodstuff machinery where the entire
machinery is washed down.
IP67
IP67 is not intended for use under water or with oil.
Guide Light
(Red LED)
Enables Easy Fitting and Installation
The installation position is correct when 2 points of light from lens-fitted LEDs intersect.
In addition to establishing the correct distance, the guide light allows you to ascertain the orientation of the camera.
Guide Light
Inspection Object
Suitable Distance
The Guide Light is only on during installation,
so there is no influence on inspection.
Too Close
Too Far
(Blurred)
Up to 8 Images of Rejected Objects Can Be Stored in Real Time in the LightPix Unit
Images of rejects occurring during manufacture can be saved and uploaded to a PC.
Uploaded images can be stored in bitmap format and can be used, for example, as materials for quality control reports.
Viewed
and saved
on PC
8 images
stored in
unit
5