Teledyne DALSA PC-30-04K80-00 Line Scan Camera

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PC-30-04K80-00 Product Description

The Teledyne DALSA PC-30-04K80-00 is engineered to function as the primary image acquisition node within a layered industrial control architecture. Its 4K resolution and 80 kHz line rate make it a precision instrument for high-throughput inspection lines, but its true value emerges when it is deployed as part of a coherent, multi-layer automation platform rather than as a standalone device.

At the control layer, the PC-30-04K80-00 interfaces with industrial vision controllers and frame grabbers — such as the Teledyne DALSA Xcelera-CL PX4 or equivalent Camera Link frame grabber cards — which translate raw image data into structured signals consumable by the supervisory PLC or DCS. In a typical Siemens S7-1500 or Allen-Bradley ControlLogix architecture, the frame grabber output feeds into a dedicated vision processing module, enabling real-time defect classification without burdening the main CPU cycle. This separation of vision processing from motion control logic is a fundamental principle of scalable control architecture design.

At the I/O and communication layer, the camera's Camera Link interface ensures deterministic, low-latency data transfer at full 4K resolution. When integrated alongside Teledyne DALSA's Sapera LT SDK, the PC-30-04K80-00 supports synchronization with external encoders and trigger signals — typically sourced from Omron E6B2 incremental encoders or Keyence FS-N series fiber optic sensors — ensuring pixel-accurate image capture synchronized to web or conveyor speed. This encoder-triggered acquisition eliminates motion blur and maintains consistent spatial resolution across variable line speeds, a critical requirement in printing, film, and textile inspection applications.

At the power layer, the camera draws power directly through the Camera Link connector, simplifying cabinet wiring and reducing the need for dedicated 24 VDC power rails. In multi-camera installations, a centralized power distribution module — such as a Phoenix Contact QUINT 24 VDC power supply — can serve multiple PC-30-04K80-00 units simultaneously, with each camera isolated via individual fuse terminals on a Weidmüller or Phoenix Contact terminal block rail. This approach maintains power quality and simplifies fault isolation during maintenance cycles.

At the HMI and supervisory layer, inspection results from the PC-30-04K80-00 are typically surfaced through a Weintek or Siemens TP1200 Comfort HMI panel, where operators can monitor pass/fail statistics, adjust inspection thresholds, and review defect images in real time. Integration with SCADA platforms such as Wonderware InTouch or Ignition enables long-term trend analysis and OEE reporting, connecting the vision system's output to broader production intelligence workflows.

At the execution and protection layer, the camera's trigger output can be wired to reject actuators — pneumatic ejectors, diverter gates, or servo-driven reject arms — through a Pilz PNOZ safety relay or Sick safety controller, ensuring that defective products are removed from the line without interrupting the inspection cycle. This closed-loop architecture, from image capture through defect classification to physical rejection, represents the full integration potential of the PC-30-04K80-00 within a production-grade quality control system.

For multi-camera or redundant inspection architectures, the PC-30-04K80-00 can be deployed in parallel configurations — for example, dual-camera top/bottom inspection — with both cameras synchronized to a common trigger source and their outputs merged by a Teledyne DALSA Xcelera dual-port frame grabber. This redundant acquisition design eliminates single-point inspection failures and is particularly valuable in pharmaceutical blister pack inspection, PCB AOI, and solar cell surface analysis applications.

Printing and Packaging: In high-speed web printing lines, the PC-30-04K80-00 delivers 4K resolution at 80 kHz line rates, enabling 100% surface inspection of printed substrates at speeds exceeding 300 m/min. Integrated with a Cognex or Teledyne DALSA vision controller, it detects color registration errors, missing print, and substrate defects in real time, feeding reject signals directly to the line PLC.

Semiconductor and PCB Manufacturing: In PCB automated optical inspection (AOI) systems, the camera's high dynamic range and precise line synchronization support solder paste inspection, component presence verification, and trace continuity checks. Its Camera Link interface ensures compatibility with standard AOI platform frame grabbers, simplifying integration into existing Yamaha or Koh Young inspection architectures.

Steel and Metal Processing: In continuous casting and rolling mill applications, the PC-30-04K80-00 withstands the thermal and vibration demands of heavy industrial environments while delivering consistent surface defect detection — identifying cracks, inclusions, and scale deposits on hot-rolled strip at production speeds. Integration with a Siemens S7-1500 PLC and Profinet-connected HMI enables closed-loop quality control with automatic speed adjustment based on defect density.

Pharmaceutical and Food Processing: In blister pack and label inspection lines, the camera's 4K resolution resolves fine print characters and seal integrity details that lower-resolution cameras miss. Combined with a Keyence IV3 or Teledyne DALSA Genie Nano area scan camera for 2D reference imaging, the PC-30-04K80-00 forms a complementary inspection architecture covering both longitudinal surface defects and discrete feature verification.

Solar and Glass Manufacturing: In solar cell and flat glass inspection, the camera's high line rate supports full-surface scanning of large-format panels at production throughput, detecting micro-cracks, bubbles, and coating non-uniformities. Its stable Camera Link signal integrity over cable runs up to 10 meters ensures reliable data transmission in large-format inspection gantry systems.

Q1: Is the PC-30-04K80-00 compatible with standard Camera Link frame grabbers from other manufacturers? Yes. The PC-30-04K80-00 complies with the Camera Link Base/Medium/Full standard, ensuring compatibility with frame grabbers from Teledyne DALSA (Xcelera series), Matrox (Radient series), and Active Silicon (Firebird series). Configuration is managed through GenICam-compliant camera control software or the Teledyne DALSA Sapera LT SDK. Verify the frame grabber's supported Camera Link configuration (Base, Medium, or Full) against your required data bandwidth before integration.

Q2: What encoder and trigger signal specifications are required for synchronized acquisition? The PC-30-04K80-00 accepts external line trigger signals via the Camera Link connector's CC1 line, compatible with 3.3V LVDS differential signals from standard industrial encoders. For web inspection applications, a quadrature encoder output (A/B channels) is recommended, with the frame grabber or vision controller generating the CC1 trigger pulse at the required line rate. Maximum trigger frequency is 80 kHz, matching the camera's rated line rate. Ensure encoder signal conditioning is applied when cable runs exceed 5 meters to maintain signal integrity.

Q3: What does the 12-Month Warranty cover, and how does NANKMOS support long-term inventory availability? All PC-30-04K80-00 units supplied by NANKMOS carry a 12-Month Warranty covering manufacturing defects and functional failures under normal operating conditions. Each unit undergoes pre-shipment functional testing — including line rate verification, pixel uniformity calibration check, and Camera Link signal integrity validation — before dispatch. NANKMOS maintains bonded stock of PC-30 series cameras and compatible Teledyne DALSA accessories, supporting both immediate project deployment and long-term spare parts programs. For volume orders or scheduled delivery programs, contact [email protected] to discuss inventory reservation and lead time commitments.