Machine Vision Camera captures high-speed images.

Press Release Summary:

GP-MF602 B&W Machine Vision Camera is suitable for high-speed machine vision and flexible manufacturing applications. 1/2 in. IT CCD, with 768 H x 494 V pixels, produces 570 lines of horizontal resolution with minimum scene illumination, 0.5 lux at F1.4 and S/N of 56dB. Variable-speed, 7-step, electronic shutter works from 1/125 to 1/10,000 sec. Camera has user-accessible, pedestal-level control, selectable field or frame integration modes, and electronic shutter trigger.

Original Press Release:

Panasonic's GP-MF602 Machine Vision Camera Delivers Detailed Images At High Speeds

Secaucus, NJ (January 31, 2002) - Panasonic Vision Systems Group / OEM's GP-MF602 Machine Vision Camera delivers the highest levels of performance, quality and efficiency. The versatile camera delivers over 570 lines of resolution and a complement of high performance features that make it ideal for high speed machine vision and flexible manufacturing applications. "The GP-MF602 is one of the industry's best values for capturing high-speed images," said Jim Roselius, National Sales & Marketing Manager, Panasonic VSG/OEM. "The camera offers a host of features and shutter/trigger functions to meet a broad spectrum of high speed imaging needs." Panasonic's GP-MF602 B&W Machine Vision Camera offers a 1/2" IT CCD with 768 H x 494 V pixels that produces 570 lines of horizontal resolution with a minimum scene illumination 0.5 lux at F1.4 and S/N of 56dB. Additional features include: a variable speed 7-step electronic shutter from 1/125th to 1/10,000th a second; 2:1 interlace / non-interlace scanning; user accessible pedestal level control; selectable field or frame integration modes; electronic shutter trigger and frame reset modes; sensor gate control input for extended exposures and strobe light applications; and internal / external synchronization. The Panasonic GP-MF602 Machine Vision Camera is currently available. Panasonic Vision Systems Group / OEM is a division of Panasonic Security & Digital Imaging Company and is a recognized leader in CCD cameras, digital and analog video recorders, and monitors. Applications include: machine vision, non-destructive analysis, robotics, quality control, test and measurement, printing, high speed analysis, medical, dental, microscopy, endoscopic vision, surface mount inspection, process measurement, and more.