CONTRINEX SMART CAMERA 3D
A compact and affordable Smart Camera 3D utilizing Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology for real-time depth measurement with embedded image processing. No external illumination or processing computer is required. The camera captures 3D images in real time, applies internal algorithms, and evaluates scenes in real-time according to customer-defined parameters, providing a clear pass/fail result for each inspected piece.
REAL-TIME DEPTH MEASUREMENT
EMBEDDED INTELLIGENCE. INSTANT RESULTS
The camera provides preconfigured use cases for common industrial tasks, such as multi-zone distance measurement, object completeness checks, and object sizing. Customers can easily set up and configure these use cases using our no-code configuration app, with no programming required. Configurations can be saved and reloaded via without the need to reconnect to the app, ensuring seamless operation. The app is available on major app stores and is fully compatible with smartphones, tablets, and laptops, making setup and customization fast, simple, and convenient.
AFFORDABLE & VERSATILE
The first smart 3D camera with output, delivering both process parameters and the results of its embedded image processing. It uses standard cables, eliminating the need for expensive specialized connectivity, and supports multiple interfaces — Ethernet, SIO, , and API modes — for seamless and flexible integration into a wide range of systems.
SMART CAMERA 3D
SIMPLE SETUP. EMBEDDED INTELLIGENCE. INSTANT RESULTS
Plug & Play Setup – Configure in minutes with a no-code app on any device
Smart Vision – Embedded intelligence delivers instant pass / fail results without a PC
Ready-to-Use Applications – Preloaded embedded use cases for measurement, completeness, and sizing
Affordable Connectivity – First Smart 3D Camera with output and standard cabling
Built for Industry – Reliable ±5 mm precision in industrial environments – Save and reload configurations
TARGET APPLICATIONS
Automated logistics and warehousing
Production lines and quality checks
Industrial assembly and completeness verification
SMART CAMERA 3D TECHNOLOGY
TIME-OF-FLIGHT (ToF)
The Contrinex Smart Camera 3D utilizes advanced Time-ofFlight (ToF) technology to deliver accurate 3D imaging. Unlike conventional cameras, it calculates the distance to every point in an object by measuring the time it takes for light to travel from the camera to the object and back — with each pixel capturing own depth information.
This technology generates a detailed 3D point cloud, where every point corresponds to an exact position in space — with measurement precision of up to 5 mm. The result is a fully reconstructed 3D representation of the object given in a colorized distance image or a black and white amplitude image.
Our powerful onboard algorithms process this data in a real time, enabling the system to evaluate objects against predefined criteria. This makes it ideal for applications such as object sizing, position control and completeness checks in crates or packaging systems.
KEY ADVANTAGES
• Real time 3D depth measurement camera
• Embedded intelligence
• Ready-to-use embedded use cases for measurement, completeness, and sizing
• No-code configuration of use cases with companion app
• First 3D camera with output
• SIO, or REST API over Ethernet operating mode
• No need for illumination or external PC
• Best suited for medium to large-sized objects
Distance
Amplitude
OPERATING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
Recommended
• Medium to large-sized objects
• Flat, low-glare backgrounds
• Matte or low-reflective surfaces
• Indoor industrial environments such as warehouses, production lines, and logistics systems
• Moderate dust, vibration, and stable humidity
• Accuracy of up to ±5 mm
Not Recommended
• Very small objects of less than 10 x 10 x 10 mm
• Cluttered, glossy, or uneven backgrounds reduce accuracy
• Highly reflective, shiny, or very dark surfaces
• Outdoor use or non-industrial environments (e.g., offices, open air)
• Excessive dust, vibration, moisture, fog
• Target variations smaller than 5 x 5 mm
SMART VISION CONFIGURATION APP
SMART VISION APP
• Cross-Platform — Compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows devices
• Wireless Connectivity — Seamless communication between the Smart Camera 3D and the App
• Live Image Streaming — View real-time depth and amplitude images from the camera
• Use Case Library — Access pre-configured use cases for standard camera tasks
• Guided Setup — Step-by-step teaching process to configure and adapt use cases easily
• Live Performance Monitoring — Track and visualize results of configurations in real time
• User Configuration Library — Save, manage, and reload saved configurations
EMBEDDED USE CASES
Designed for simplicity, the Contrinex Smart Camera 3D lets anyone master and fine-tune vision applications autonomously, without relying on a specialist.
The Smart Vision App provides a library of preconfigured use cases predefined sequences of image-processing algorithms tailored
DISTANCE MEASUREMENTS
The camera provides accurate distance measurement in millimetres for multiple user-defined zones. Using the intuitive wizard of our Smart Vision App, users draw their zones on the screen and set the parameters for the measurement. The camera will measure the distance for each zone, enabling reliable positioning, clearance checks, and level control.
to standard industrial tasks. Each use case is set up through an intuitive no-code wizard, allowing easy object teaching and individual
COMPLETENESS CHECK
The camera verifies underfills or overfills of packaging. The Smart Vision App wizard lets users draw inspection zones and set different filling criterions. The camera ensures that each zone is filled correctly for reliable quality control.
parameter adjustment to achieve optimal performance in real-world conditions.
OBJECT SIZING
The camera provides full measurement of objects in millimetres, including length, width, height, and orientation — for dependable size control and sorting of objects. Measurement options can be configured in the Smart Vision App.
DISTANCE MEASUREMENTS
Checking clearance and fill levels in logistics packaging
CUSTOMER APPLICATION
In logistics warehouses, it is essential to ensure that boxes are properly filled, with items correctly positioned, no protrusions, and the proper fill level. This allows boxes to be safely stacked on warehouse shelves without risk of damage or instability.
SMART VISION APP
The Smart Vision App includes a ready-to-use algorithm for obtaining distance measurements across multiple user-defined zones, making setup fast and effortless. Its intuitive no-code wizard allows users to draw inspection zones directly on the screen and configure measurement parameters with ease. In the first image, the tennis racket is seen protruding from the cardboard box, indicating a potential stacking issue. In the second image, all items are correctly positioned inside the box, confirming it can be safely stacked in the warehouse.
CUSTOMER BENEFITS
• Ensures safe stacking by verifying item positioning, clearance, and fill levels
• Prevents product damage by detecting protrusions or overfilled boxes
• Improves warehouse efficiency with real-time inspection and level control
• Quick, no-code configuration via Smart Vision App no coding experts required
CUSTOMER SOLUTION
The Smart Camera enables reliable positioning, clearance checks, and level control in real time, supporting efficient stacking, safe storage, and smooth warehouse operations.
• Reduces labor costs by eliminating manual checks
• Supports consistent, reliable operations in high-volume logistics workflows
• Seamless plug-and-play integration with onboard image processing
Tennis Racket & Balls Books
Tennis racket & balls Books
COMPLETENESS CHECK
Verifying bottle presence and correct placement for every crate
CUSTOMER APPLICATION CUSTOMER SOLUTION
When filling crates with bottles, it is essential that each compartment contains exactly one correctly positioned bottle. Missing bottles or overfilled crates, can disrupt automated handling, reduce packing efficiency and lead to costly shipping returns.
The Smart Camera 3D from Contrinex, using Time-of-Flight technology, ensures reliable quality control by performing two critical checks. First, it detects overfill situations where a bottle is placed on top of the first layer, protruding from the crate. Second, it identifies underfill conditions where one or more bottles are missing. With onboard image processing, the Smart Camera requires no coding for configuration and can be quickly set up using a dedicated iOS, Android, or Windows companion app delivering an easy-to-use, plug-and-play solution for packaging inspection. Complete Overfill Underfill (Bottles missing)
SMART VISION APP
The Smart Vision App comes with a ready-to-use algorithm for performing completeness checks, making setup fast and effortless. Its intuitive nocode wizard allows users to teach objects, draw inspection zones, and define different filling criteria in just a few steps. During configuration, real-time images of the crate clearly indicate whether there is an overfill or underfill situation. For example, the first image shows an overfill with a bottle placed on top, the second highlights three missing bottles, and the third confirms a correctly filled crate ready for dispatch.
CUSTOMER BENEFITS
• Eliminates costly shipping returns by detecting missing or misplaced bottles
• Ensures packaging quality with real-time overfill and underfill detection
• Prevents downtime and product damage by avoiding crate handling issues
Complete Overfill Underfill (Bottles missing)
• Quick, no-code configuration via iOS / Android / Windows app no specialist staff required
• Reduces labor costs by eliminating the need for manual inspection
• Seamless plug-and-play integration with onboard image processing
OBJECT SIZING
Sorting Cardboard boxes by size
CUSTOMER APPLICATION
Accurate package measurement is essential when handling items of different sizes. Knowing each object’s length, width, height, and angle relative to the horizon allows Knowing each object’s length, width, height and angle relative to the horizon allows object sorting for correct conveying.
Small Cardboard box
SMART VISION APP
The Smart Vision App includes a ready-to-use algorithm for object sizing, making setup fast and easy. Its intuitive no-code wizard lets users configure measurement options in just a few steps. During configuration, real-time images display objects with full dimensional measurements in millimeters. Here, the first image shows a small cardboard box with its corresponding measurements, while the second image shows a larger box. The angle values clearly indicate that the boxes are positioned differently on the conveyor, providing precise orientation data for accurate handling.
CUSTOMER BENEFITS
• Provides accurate package measurements for correct handling
• Improves sorting efficiency with real-time dimensional data
• Quick, no-code configuration via Smart Vision App no coding experts required
CUSTOMER SOLUTION
The Smart Camera 3D using Time of Flight technology delivers fast and precise dimensional data, ensuring efficient, error-free sorting and handling.
Large Cardboard box
• Versatile for different package sizes and shapes in dynamic production lines
• Seamless plug-and-play integration with onboard image processing
Small cardboard box
Large cardboard box
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
CAM-3TIQC-C99S-SN-A
CAM-3TIQC-C99S-SF-A
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Part Reference
CAM-3TIQC-C99S-SN-A
Wireless Connection Yes
Connector 1
CAM-3TIQC-C99S-SF-A
Male M12 – 5 PIN: Power supply PNP / NPN 1.1.4
Connector 2 N/A
Operating Voltage 18… 30 VDC
Female M12 4 Pin D-coded Fast-Ethernet
Dimensions 92 x 92 x 68 mm
Mounting 8 x M4 x 5/6 holes (4 x on each opposite side)
Housing Materials Aluminum, PMMA, PC, PA IP Rating IP65, IP67
Operating Temperature 0 ..+ 50°C
MOUNTING PLATE FOR STANDARD CAMERA MOUNT THREADS
All listed values are indicative and may be subject to change
MOUNTING MADE EASY
With eight M4 mounting threads (four on each opposite side), the camera can be mounted easily with mounting plates or directly to any custom mounting fixture.
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