New from Omron is the compact FQ2 vision sensor, which combines the camera, lens and lighting in a compact package, complete with image processing capability, which eliminates the need for a separate controller.
The new sensor supports all of Omron’s inspection algorithms, including shape search, colour inspection, OCR, code reading and verification. For shape detection, the company’s Shape Search II algorithm achieves high speed, highly reliable detection of position and 360° angle, even if the objects are overlapping. The Shape Search II algorithm can detect up to 32 objects in the same image, enabling high speed inspection of groups of items.
For character recognition, Omron’s OCR technology enables stable recognition and verification of even worn or distorted characters, and requires no setting of parameters to compensate for character contrast or positional offsetting.
Models are available with resolutions from 360,000 pixels up to 1.3 million pixels. The FQ2 can make up to 32 simultaneous measurements, checking more than 5000 pieces per minute. As the sensor can measure angles of rotation and other positional information, it can also be used for positioning applications.
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