Description
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Product Introduction
When your industrial automated inspection system needs a highly reliable high-precision image acquisition unit to realize high-speed and clear image capture of production line products, this camera acts as the core machine vision perception hub.
It is a flagship high-performance industrial area scan camera from Basler Germany A-Series, specially designed for industrial machine vision inspection scenarios. It is equipped with a 4-megapixel high-sensitivity CMOS sensor, with a maximum resolution of 2048×2048 pixels, and the full-resolution frame rate can reach 30fps. It adopts GigE Vision gigabit Ethernet interface, which can realize long-distance high-speed image data transmission without additional frame grabber. The 5.5μm pixel size and advanced image processing algorithm effectively reduce image noise and distortion, and the compact industrial-grade design fully adapts to harsh industrial site environments such as high vibration and strong electromagnetic interference, making it a core replacement part for industrial automated visual inspection system maintenance and retrofit projects.
A404K
A404K
A404K
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | A404K |
| Product Type | 4MP GigE Industrial Area Scan Camera |
| Manufacturer | Basler (Germany) |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Sensor Type | 4 MP CMOS |
| Maximum Resolution | 2048 × 2048 pixels |
| Pixel Size | 5.5 µm × 5.5 µm |
| Full-Resolution Frame Rate | Up to 30 fps |
| Image Interface | GigE Vision (Gigabit Ethernet) |
| Lens Mount | S-mount (M12) |
| Sensor Format | 1/1.4″ |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0°C ~ +50°C |
| Enclosure Protection Rating | IP20 |
| Dimensions | 60 × 45 × 30 mm |
| Net Weight | ~0.15 kg |
| Compatible Systems | Industrial machine vision inspection systems, 3D AOI visual scanning platforms |
| Warranty | 12 months from delivery |
Field Application & Technical Pitfalls
Critical Industrial Scenarios
- **Electronic Manufacturing 3D AOI Visual Inspection: Acts as the core image acquisition unit for SMT production line automated optical inspection systems, realizing high-precision solder joint and component defect detection, ensuring the production quality of electronic products.
- **Automated Packaging Production Line High-Speed Appearance Inspection: Delivers reliable 30fps high-speed image capture performance for automated packaging production line visual inspection systems, adapting to high-speed continuous operation scenarios, meeting the zero-miss rate appearance defect detection requirements of packaging products.
- **Large Logistics Sorting System Barcode & Package Recognition: Adapts to high-dust and high-speed logistics workshop environments, providing stable high-resolution image acquisition support for the automatic barcode recognition and package classification system of large logistics sorting lines.
Non-Negotiable Technical Pitfalls
- ⚠️ Bold Warning 1: Never arbitrarily use non-matching non-S-mount standard industrial lenses. The third image channel will experience focal plane deviation that causes the image to be out of focus.
- ⚠️ Bold Warning 2: Skipping the pre-commissioning full-frame image clarity test will leave you with hidden image acquisition failure risks. This camera must confirm the full-frame image clarity and transmission stability fully meet machine vision inspection specifications before putting into operation.
- ⚠️ Bold Warning 3: Do not arbitrarily use non-industrial-grade ordinary Ethernet cables for image data transmission. The third data channel will experience signal attenuation that causes the image transmission to be interrupted.
A large electronic manufacturing plant maintenance team once swapped a Basler A404K camera and skipped the full-frame clarity test. The hidden single area of the image was out of focus, causing the AOI inspection system to miss 3 batches of PCB solder joint defects, resulting in a 1-hour partial shutdown of the SMT production line.
Quality Control (QC) SOP & Transparency
- Inbound Verification: Cross-check the OEM serial number against Basler’s official A-Series camera registry, confirm the part number A404K matches the factory label, and inspect no scratches or contamination on the lens mount and sensor protection glass.
- Live Rig Testing: Power the unit in a calibrated Basler machine vision test bench, connect to standard industrial lens, and confirm full 2-hour continuous stable 30fps full-resolution image transmission operation.
- Parameter Testing: Verify the full-frame image clarity and pixel uniformity meet factory specifications, confirm the GigE Vision data transmission packet loss rate is 0, and validate all status LED indicators and parameter configuration functions work properly.
- Final QA & Packaging: Seal the tested camera in a static-shielding anti-static bag, attach a unique QC passed serial label, and nest it in foam padding inside a rigid industrial shockproof shipping carton.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Can I hot-swap this camera while the visual inspection system is running? No. You must first confirm that the corresponding production line equipment is in a pause state and the image acquisition task is suspended before removing the unit, otherwise you will trigger unexpected image data loss risks.
- What exact systems is this camera compatible with? It works natively with Basler Pylon SDK and standard GigE Vision protocol machine vision systems, and can be seamlessly connected to most mainstream industrial visual inspection platforms.
- How long is the standard warranty for this new surplus unit? 12 months from delivery. It covers all manufacturing defects, but does not extend to units damaged by improper lens installation, sensor scratch, or overvoltage in the field.
- How do I tell a genuine OEM unit apart from a refurbished clone? Genuine Basler A404K cameras have a laser-etched part number on the housing, not a printed sticker. Clone units almost always fail the full 4MP 30fps high-speed continuous image transmission performance test.
- What is the typical lead time for shipment? In-stock units ship within 48 hours. If you require official Basler factory machine vision performance test documentation, add 2 extra business days to the turnaround window.
- Can this camera replace the older Basler legacy A-Series industrial camera unit? Well, technically it uses the same GigE Vision protocol, but you must confirm the machine vision inspection software version fully supports the camera model before replacement to ensure 100% system compatibility.
