Basler acA1600-60gc Color GigE Area Scan Camera

Technical Overview

2 MP (1600x1200) 60 fps color GigE camera with e2v EV76C570 CMOS global shutter sensor, PoE, 0-50°C operating temp.

Key Features

2 MP resolution (1600 x 1200 pixels) at 60 frames per second.
e2v EV76C570 CMOS sensor with global and rolling shutter technology.
GigE Vision and GenICam compliant for broad software compatibility.
Compact housing dimensions of 42.0 x 29 x 29 mm (without lens mount or connectors) and a weight of less than 90 g.
Flexible power supply via Power over Ethernet (PoE) or 12-24 VDC via I/O connector.
Equipped with 1 opto-coupled digital input line and 1 opto-coupled digital output line via a Hirose HR10A 6-pin plug.
C-mount lens compatibility for a wide range of optical options.
Operating temperature range from 0 °C to +50 °C.
Advanced imaging features including auto exposure, gain, white balance, black level, digital shift, and a programmable lookup table.
Comes with the royalty-free Basler Pylon SDK software and driver.
IP30 rated for protection against solid objects larger than 2.5 mm.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Resolution (H x V Pixels)	1600 x 1200
Resolution	2 MP
Sensor Type	e2v EV76C570 Progressive scan CMOS Global shutter / Rolling shutter
Sensor Format	1/1.8"
Pixel Size (H x V)	4.5 µm x 4.5 µm
Frame Rate	60 fps
Color / Mono	Color
Interface	GigE
Image Data Interface	Fast Ethernet (100 Mbit/s), Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbit/s)
Pixel Bit Depth	12 bits
Power Supply	PoE (IEEE 802.3af) or 12–24 VDC (min 10.8 VDC, max 30 VDC)
Power Consumption (typical)	≈2.1 W @ 12–24 VDC, ≈2.7 W (PoE)
Digital Input Lines	1 opto-coupled
Digital Output Lines	1 opto-coupled
I/O Connector	Hirose HR10A 6-pin plug
Lens Mount	C-mount
Operating Temperature	0–50 °C
IP Rating	IP30
Conformity	CE (includes RoHS), EAC, UKCA, UL Listed, FCC, GenICam, GigE Vision, IP30, IEEE 802.3af (PoE), REACH, KC
Physical Weight (kg)	0.09
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	4.2 x 2.9 x 2.9

Industrial Applications

1. High-Speed Quality Control in Manufacturing

This camera is ideal for inspecting rapidly moving parts on a production line due to its high frame rate and global shutter, ensuring clear images without motion blur. The GigE interface with PoE simplifies network integration and reduces cabling needs in complex manufacturing setups.

Problem Solved

Ensuring rapid and accurate defect detection on fast-moving production lines, minimizing manufacturing errors and improving product quality.

Global Shutter60 fpsGigE VisionPoEDigital I/O2 MP Resolution

2. Automated Inspection of Electronic Components

The 2 MP color resolution and global shutter are perfectly suited for precise surface defect detection, component presence/absence, and orientation verification on printed circuit boards (PCBs). The digital I/O allows for synchronization with pick-and-place machines for triggered image acquisition.

Problem Solved

Accurate and high-throughput inspection of small electronic components for defects, correct placement, and color-coding, which is critical for product reliability.

Color Sensor1600x1200 ResolutionGlobal ShutterPrecise Triggering0-50°C Operation

3. Robotics and Automation Guidance

Its lightweight and compact design, coupled with robust GigE connectivity, makes this camera excellent for integration into robotic arms or automated guided vehicles (AGVs). It provides real-time visual feedback for object recognition, precise positioning, and navigation in dynamic industrial environments.

Problem Solved

Providing accurate and reliable visual data for robotic systems to perform tasks like pick-and-place, assembly verification, and autonomous navigation in factory settings.

Compact SizeLightweight (<90g)GigE InterfaceReal-time ImagingIP30 Rated