1. Industrial Quality Control (Material Inspection)
The Basler acA1300-60gmNIR's NIR enhancement allows for inspecting materials beyond the visible spectrum, enabling the detection of hidden defects, contaminations, or compositional differences in materials such as plastics, food products, or pharmaceuticals. The high frame rate of 60 fps and 1.3 MP resolution provide rapid, detailed inspection of fast-moving production lines, while the global shutter ensures sharp images of objects in motion.
Problem SolvedDetection of subtle material flaws, foreign objects, or compositional inconsistencies invisible to the human eye or standard visible light cameras, leading to improved product quality, reduced waste, and enhanced safety.
Near-infrared imagingmaterial analysisdefect detectionhigh-speed inspectionglobal shutterquality assurance
2. Automated Sorting and Classification
The combination of NIR sensitivity, 60 fps, and 1.3 MP resolution makes this camera ideal for high-throughput automated sorting systems. It can accurately differentiate between similar-looking objects based on their chemical composition or internal structure, which exhibit distinct characteristics in the NIR spectrum. This is particularly useful for sorting different types of plastic for recycling, or classifying agricultural products like ripe versus unripe fruit. Power over Ethernet (PoE) simplifies deployment within complex sorting machinery by reducing cabling.
Problem SolvedAccurate and rapid sorting of items based on non-visible characteristics, significantly increasing efficiency, consistency, and value recovery in industries such as recycling, food processing, and agriculture.
NIR spectroscopyautomated sortingobject classificationhigh throughputmachine visionPoE
3. Security and Surveillance in Low-Light/Covert Conditions
With its NIR capability (0.4–1.1 µm), the camera can capture clear images in very low-light conditions or complete darkness when paired with appropriate NIR illumination. This makes it suitable for security, surveillance, or monitoring applications where visible light is undesirable or unavailable. The camera's compact size (42 x 29 x 29 mm) facilitates discreet installation, while the GigE interface and PoE support allow for flexible network integration and longer cable runs, enhancing its utility in distributed surveillance systems. The IP30 rating provides basic protection against solid objects, suitable for indoor or protected outdoor environments.
Problem SolvedReliable imaging and monitoring in environments requiring discretion or lacking sufficient visible light, providing critical visual data without affecting ambient conditions, compromising covert operations, or requiring additional power lines.
Low-light imagingcovert surveillanceNIR illuminationindustrial securitycompact cameraGigE
