Vision Sensors The Perfect Solution for Accurate Inspection
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Vision Sensors Quality drives manufacturing competitiveness.
It's hard to earn market trust without product quality, even with advanced technology and productivity. Quality is the foundation of customer trust and the company's reputation.
Manufacturers are seeking faster and more accurate ways to ensure quality and using vision sensor inspection has become one of the key solutions.
Vision sensors determine the shape, size, characters, and patterns of target objects as the industrial camera. Autonics vision sensors distinguish good products from defects in real time to enhance productivity and quality on production lines.
Vision sensors detect even the most subtle defects invisible to the human eye. Hundreds or thousands of parts per second can be inspected reliably, ensuring consistent productivity and quality.
The Autonics VG2 series offer advanced yet simplified quality inspection features, featuring high-resolution imaging, autotuning (focus, brightness, and exposure), OCR/OCV, color identification, alignment-shape/corner, and more. The VG2 series significantly enhance inspection accuracy and user convenience.
Experience a smarter quality-driven manufacturing with the Autonics VG2 series.
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Accurate Capture, Clear Image Simplified Setup and Precise Inspection in any Environment
Accurate Capture of Fast-moving Targets
Accurate Detection with 1.2MP Resolution
The VG2 series are equipped with built-in LED lighting and
The VG2 series capture high-speed objects precisely with a
The VG2 series capture clear and reliable images at
lenses, and users can replace the lighting, filters, and polarizing
global shutter system, free from distortion or residual blur.
1.2MP (1,280 × 960) resolution and up to 45 fps, providing
filter covers for flexible adaptation to object characteristics,
This prevents image smearing or displacement on production
accurate inspection of fast-moving targets. It guarantees
reflections, and background conditions. Eight internal lightings
lines, ensuring reliable inspection results.
stable inspection quality on high-speed production lines.
enable accurate shooting even in low or uneven lighting.
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(* 0.3MP model is available up to 60 fps.)
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Simple for Everyone, From Installation to Operation
Auto-focus for up to 64 Groups The auto-focus allows focus settings by work group, with flexible adjustment without reinstallation when changing groups. The VG2 series support up to 64 groups, reduce setup time and enable stable image acquisition.
Work Group 1
Work Group 2
Auto-tuning of Focus, Brightness, and Exposure VG2 series provide an auto-tuning function, allowing for the
Work Group 64
Auto Tune
automatic setting of optimized focus, brightness, and exposure. After setting the detection target, users press the focus adjustment button to obtain clear images. Additionally, the brightness and exposure time are automatically adjusted according to the inspection environment to ensure stable image quality.
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Optimized Focus, Brightness, and Exposure!
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Compact, Slim Design Optimized for any Installation Space Compact design (W51.6 × H28.7 × D70.2 mm) with an integrated structure aligns the lens and connector on the same axis increase installation space efficiency. It fits easily into tight spaces such as multi-axis robots or narrow
Ribbon Menu
Image Viewer
Displays the functions of atVision software
Displays images of connected devices
inspection areas, reducing interference and simplifying wiring, and ensuring user convenience.
Device Information
Image List
Parameter
Displays the Device Information
Displays the image list
Displays the parameter setting list
Dedicated Software 'atVision' Easy setup and management of various inspection conditions are possible with the dedicated software, atVision. The easyto-use graphical user interface lets users set parameters. The software can be used to monitor inspection data in real time and to build advanced inspection environments through detailed condition settings. Visual confirmation and history management ensure stable inspection quality.
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Perfect Inspection Functions
Various Inspection Features and Optimal Results
Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
Optical Character Verification (OCV)
Brightness
Contrast
Recognizes characters from the input ROI (region of interest)
Compares the registered and input characters to verify
Inspects the brightness of the captured image's ROI in reference
Inspects the contrast of the captured image's ROI in reference
and compares with the correct string.
completeness and print quality.
to the average brightness of the registered image's ROI.
to the contrast of the registered image's ROI.
Alignment-Shape
Alignment-Corner
Area
Edge
Inspects by comparing the registered image features with the
Compares and inspects corrected position and angle of the
Compares the ROI size of the registered and input images.
Compares the edge location and angle in the registered and
shape of the input image, searching the location of similar
input image by using the correlation and angles of the registered.
The vision sensors provide various inspection functions including object identification, object counting, length, angle, shape comparison, alignment, OCR/OCV to enable precise inspection. This enables precise inspection across various targets and conditions, ensuring high-quality results in any field environment.
input images within the same area.
patterns, and obtaining the location and rotation angle information of the searched pattern.
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Shape Comparison
Length
Object Counting
Color Identification
Inspects the shape of the captured image in reference to the
Inspects the captured image in reference to the length set by
Inspects the number of objects in the captured image's ROI in
Inspects the color of the captured image's ROI in reference to
shape of the registered image.
the user between two edges of the registered image.
reference to the registered number of objects in the registered
the color of the registered image's ROI.
image's ROI.
Angle
Diameter
Area of Color
Object of Color Counting
Inspects the captured image in reference to the angle set by the
Inspects by comparing the input image, based on circles
Inspects the color area size within the ROI of the registered and
Inspects the number of specific colored objects in the captured
user between two edges of the registered image.
detected within the user-registered annulus* region.
input images.
image's ROI in reference to the registered number of colored
* Annulus: A donut-shaped figure formed by an inner and outer radius centered around
objects in the registered image's ROI.
a common midpoint.
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Flexible Scalability and Durability for any Environment IP66, IP67, IP69K Protection Structures The VG2 Series are designed to meet IP66, IP67, and IP69K protection ratings, maintaining stable performance in industrial environments exposed to dust, moisture, or high-pressure cleaning. Durability and reliability ensure stable operation in challenging conditions such as dusty production lines, food and beverage facilities with frequent water exposure, and sanitary areas requiring high-temperature, high-pressure cleaning.
Multi-position Inspection Compare the registered images with the input image to detect the presence and positions of multiple instances.
Management of Inspection Results and History The VG2 Series enable centralized management of inspection data by transferring result images to an FTP server. Users can manage the results history collectively with the server without individual saving or analysis. Also, users can check the
Transmitting inspection images (FTP server communication)
measurement results in real time through Gigabit Ethernet communication. Vision sensors enable immediate detection of defects or anomalies and provide stable quality with improved production efficiency.
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Settings and transmitting inspection data (Gigabit Ethernet)
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Flexible Adaptation with Sold Separately Options
Sold Separately
Various sold separately options, including brackets, Ethernet
Type
Model
Bracket
BK-VG2-A
Product
Type
Model
Cable
M12 connector cable (C□D12-□ , C□DM12-□-A)
connector covers, lighting, polarizing covers (8mm, 16mm),
Product
and color filters (red/blue), allows flexible setup to meet the specific requirements of any work environment. M12 connector communication cable (C□M8-□PR(-A), C□8-□PR(-A))
BK-VG2-B
Ethernet connector protection cover
P96-M12-1
Polarzing cover
CVR-8P-VG2
Industrial PC
APC Series
CVR-16P-VG2
VG2 Light
LM-W-8-VG2
LM-R-8-VG2
Light LM-B-8-VG2
Filter Filter
FL-B-VG2
FL-R-VG2
Polarzing cover
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Vision Sensors Applications Autonics vision sensors are applied in fields including food and beverage, packaging, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, printing, and automotive manufacturing, providing precise inspection performance and easy operation as a perfect solution for improving manufacturing quality. Vision sensors can identify defects in the production, monitor production lines, and precisely track and categorize components reducing defect rates and stabilizing quality. Vision sensors are used across various industries, including food and beverage packaging, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, printing, and automotive manufacturing. Autonics is dedicated to delivering optimal inspection solutions that enhance manufacturing quality through meticulous inspection and user-friendly operation.
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1. Medical/Pharmaceutical Industry
3. Semiconductor Industry 1-1. Pharmaceutical Drugs Production Line
3-1. PCB Transfer Line
Vision sensors are used to identify the
identify colors of diodes and capacitors
number of pills, presence or absence of
on PCB boards during manufacturing
pills, or defects in packaging of medical
process.
Color type vision sensors are used to
supplies.
1-2. Pharmaceutical Drugs Transfer Line
3-2. Semiconductor Parts Transfer Line
Color type vision sensors are used
Vision sensors are used to identify
to identify different color pills within
the presence or absence of parts
packages.
for defects during semiconductor transfer lines.
2. Medical Equipment Industry
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4. Printing Industry 2-1. Syringes Assembly Line
4-1. Printing Paper Transfer Line
Visions sensors are used to identify
Color type vision sensors are used
presence, absence, or defects of
to identify the color of printing paper
rubber packing in syringes during
during manufacturing and packaging
manufacturing.
processes.
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5. Injection Molding Industry
7. Food Industry 5-1. Plastic Container Manufacturing Line
7-1. Containers Transfer Line
Visions sensors are used to identify
sealing status of food containers on
errors in the shape of screw threads
conveyor belts.
Visions sensors are used to identify
during injection molding process.
5-2. Monitor Assembly Transfer Line
7-2. Beverage Containers Packaging Line
Visions sensors are used to identify
Visions sensors are used to identify the
the molding status of monitors in
presence of expiration date printing on
manufacturing lines, including the
packages.
number of holes, size, etc.
6. Logistics Industry
8. Cosmetics Industry 6-1. Shipping Transfer Line Visions sensors are used to identify box sizes on shipping conveyor belts.
8-1. Cosmetics Containers Transfer Line Visions sensors are used to identify the printing status on cosmetics containers.
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9. Automotive Industry 9-1. Automobile Parts Manufacturing Line
9-4. Automobile Parts Manufacturing Line
Visions sensors are used to identify
Visions sensors are used to identify the
the shape of car spark plugs in
diameter of holes in car engine blocks
manufacturing lines.
during manufacturing.
9-2. Automobile Parts Manufacturing Line
9-5. Press Process
Color type vision sensors are used to
the shape of automobile doors during
identify colors of relays in car fuse box
manufacturing process.
Vision sensors are used to inspect
manufacturing lines.
9-3. Automobile Parts Manufacturing Line Visions sensors are used to identify the shape of car wheels in manufacturing lines.
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10. Packaging Industry 10-1. Inkjet Markers Visions sensors are used to identify the
10-4. Beverage Containers Transfer Line
printing status of marks on packaging
Visions sensors are used to identify
paper from inkjet markers.
the number of items in containers in packaging lines.
10-2. Pen Transfer Line Color type vision sensors are used to identify the color of pens during manufacturing and packaging processes.
10-3. Engine Oil Containers Transfer Line Color type vision sensors are used to identify the colors of engine oil containers on transport conveyor belts.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
■ Inspection function
Output signal
NPN-PNP open collector output setting (software)
Load voltage
24 VDCᜡ
Load current
≤ 100 mA
Residual voltage
≤ 2 VDCᜡ
Protection circuit
Output short overcurrent protection circuit, reverse voltage polarity protection circuit
Insulation resistance
≥ 100MΩ (500 VDCᜡ megger)
• Components: M3 × L6 bolt: 4
Function
Descriptions
Alignment Shape
Compares the registered shape with the input image to detect the presence and position of the shape.
Alignment Corner
Compares the intersection of two registered edge lines with the input image to detect the presence of edges and the position of the intersection.
Brightness
Inspects the average brightness of the region.
Contrast
Inspects the contrast of the object.
Shape Comparison
Compares the registered shape with the input image to evaluate similarity.
Color Identification
Inspects the average color of the object. Detects and recognizes characters.
Vibration
1.5 mm amplitude at frequency of 10 to 55 Hz in each X, Y, Z direction for 2 hours
OCV
Inspects the legibility and quality of characters.
This is only for reference, the actual product does not support all combinations. For selecting the specified model, follow the Autonics website.
Shock
300 m/s2 (≈ 30 G), 11 ms in each X, Y, Z direction for 3 times
Multi-position Inspection
Compares the registered shapes with the input image to detect the presence and positions of multiple shapes.
0 to 45 ℃, storage: -20 to 70 ℃ (non-freezing or noncondensation)
Area
Inspects the size of the region.
Edge
Measures the angle and position of edges.
35 to 85%RH, storage: 35 to 85%RH (non-freezing or noncondensation)
Diameter
Measures the diameter and circularity of the object.
Object Counting
Counts the number of objects.
❶
❷
❸
❶ Image element
-
❹
❺
❸ Color of light
M: Mono CMOS C: Color CMOS
W: White R: Red B: Blue
❷ Resolution
03: 0.3 MP (640 × 480 pixel) 12: 1.2 MP (1,280 × 960 pixel)
❹ Effective focal length
Ambient humidity Protection structure
IP66, IP67 (IEC standard) , IP69K (DIN standard)
Angle
Measures the angle between two edge lines.
Connection
Connector type
Length
Measures the distance between two edges.
Connector spec.
Power I/O: M12 12-pin, Ethernet: M12 8-pin (cable tightening torque: 0.4 N m)
Color Area
Inspects the area size of colored objects.
Material
Case: Die-cast Aluminum Housing, Window: Glass, Gasket: Silicon
Count of Colored Objects
Counts the number of colored objects.
Number: Effective focal length (unit: mm)
❺ Communication
E: Ethernet (TCP/IP)
VG2-□□□-16E
01. Front cover
Effective focal length
8 mm
16 mm
02. Gasket
Min. working distance
40 mm
Image filter
Preprocessing, external filter (filter, polarizing cover)
Image element
1/2.9 inch mono CMOS / color CMOS model, 3.45 × 3.45 μm pixel
Liquid Lens (auto focus function) eMMC
8 GB
DDR4
4 GB
Inspection work group 01
64 (simultaneous inspection: 32)
Light ON / OFF method
Pulse
Trigger mode
Continuous, External Trigger, Manual, Ethernet, RS232
Communication
Ethernet (TCP/IP, 10 / 100 / 1000 Base-T), Modbus (TCP, RTU)
FTP trans. output
YES
Model
≈ 182 g (≈ 242 g)
28.4 28.7
L2
07. TUNE button
29.1
L1 44
09. Ethernet connector
02
■ Indicator Indicator Color
Name
Function
POWER
Green
Power indicator
Turns ON when power is supplied.
LINK
Green
Ethernet connection Turns ON in Ethernet communication indicator status.
DATA
Green
Data transmit indicator
Flashes when data is transmitted between product and PC.
USER 1
Green / Red
User setting indicator
Turns ON or flashes in operation of inspection complete, inspection result (PASS, FAIL), external trigger, alarm, and product work.
VG2-□□□-8E
L2
CVR-16P-VG2
VG2-□□□-16E
Appearance
Color
LM-W-8-VG2
White
LM-R-8-VG2
Red
LM-B-8-VG2
Blue
70.2 22.9
Sold Separately • Unit: mm, For the detailed drawings, follow the Autonics website.
[Bracket] ■ Bracket A (BK-VG2-A)
Software
[Filter] FL-□-VG2
• atVision
Model
VG2-□03□-□E
VG2-□12□-□E
Resolution
0.3 MP (640 × 480 pixel)
1.2 MP (1,280 × 960 pixel)
The program allows setting of vision sensor parameters and management of monitoring data such as inspection status and status information.
Max. No. of images collected per second 01
≤ 60 fps
≤ 45 fps
27.95
Ø 56.15 Ø 49.35
Appearance
Color
FL-B-VG2
Blue
FL-R-VG2
Red
FL-W-VG2 01)
Clear
2
24 12-R1
A
[atVision] ■ Basic setting
Model
129.3
01) U p to 4 can be used when changing work groups through external input.
• Camera setting • Network setting
VG2-□□□-8E
VG2-□□□-16E 81.9 34.6
Download the installation file and the manuals from the Autonics website.
01) B ased on the min. exposure, no trigger delay, inspection function / pre-processing not being configured and no Ethernet connection.
Application Model
4 - M3 × P0.5, DP=4
08. Power I/O connector
• Components: M3 × L6 bolt: 4
≈ 202 g (≈ 262 g)
Appearance
06. Trigger button
7
57
ᜢᜨᜣ
05. Indicator
03 04
USER 2
16-R1 4 - R3
CVR-8P-VG2
Model
21.2
14.6 44.73
Unit weight (package)
L1
44
Certification
51.6
03. Lens 04. Light LED module
f16 mm Board Lens
30.5
[Polarizing cover] CVR-□-VG2
5.5
f8 mm Board Lens
8 - R1.7 4 - Ø 3.4
[Light] LM-□-8-VG2
39
30 to 1,400,000 μs
Lens type
B
29.1
08 09
VG2-□□□-8E
Exposure time
59.5 10
• Unit: mm, For the detailed drawings, follow the Autonics website. 05 06 07
01
4 - 32 °
Dimensions
Unit Descriptions
Model
Global shutter
32
7
Specifications
Shutter
Ø 56.15 Ø 49.35
27.95
A
-
2-R3
44
Dielectric strength 500 VACᜠ 50/60 Hz for 1 min.
Ordering Information
VG2
4 - 41.9 °
B
73
OCR
Ambient temperature
R1
A
10 57
Rated input signal 24 VDCᜡ ± 10 %
■ Bracket B (BK-VG2-B)
14.6
24 VDCᜡ ± 10 % 600 mA
44.73
VG2 Series
Power supply Current consumption
2
0.3M / 1.2M Monochrome / Color Vision Sensor (Internal illumination)
B
29.1
8 - R1.7 4 - Ø 3.4
5.5 30
4 - R3
A
4 - 41.9 °
B
4 - 32 °
• I/O setting • Advanced setting 01) W hen not using a color filter, use it to maintain the height of the entire fixture.
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Global Network Korea (Headquarters)
Brazil
China
39, Magokjungang 5-ro 1-gil, Gangseo-gu,
Autonics do Brasil Comercial Importadora
Autonics Electronic (Jiaxing) Corporation
Seoul, Republic of Korea, 07594
e Exportadora LTDA
T 86-573-8216-1900 F 86-573-8216-1917
T 82-2-2048-1577
T 55-11-2307-8480 / 3195-4610 F 55-11-2309-7784
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Germany
India
Indonesia
Autonics Germany Office
Autonics Automation India Private Limited
PT. Autonics Indonesia
T 49-69-242-992-32
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Japan
Malaysia
Mexico
Autonics Japan Corporation
Mal-Autonics Sensor Sdn. Bhd.
Autonics Mexico S.A. DE C.V
T 81-3-6435-8380 F 81-3-6435-8381
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Türkiye
USA
Vietnam
Autonics Otomasyon Ticaret Ltd. Sti.
Autonics USA, Inc.
Cong Ty Tnhh Autonics Vina
T 90-216-365-9117/3/4 F 90-216-365-9112
T 1-847-680-8160 F 1-847-680-8155
T 84-28-3771-2662 F 84-28-3771-2663
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