Sick Ranger3 Alternatives & Competitors

High-speed, in-line height measurement and inspection

Z-Trak™2 is a new family of 3D profile sensors built on Teledyne Imaging’s 3D image sensor technology, ushering in a new era of 5GigE 3D profile sensors for high-speed, in-line 3D applications.

Models deliver scan speeds of up to 45,000 profiles per second and features built-in HDR and reflection compensation algorithms to handle surfaces with varying degrees of reflectivity in a single scan. This delivers in-line height measurements for inspection, detection, identification, and guidance in electronics, semiconductor, automotive and factory automation markets segments.

Delivering scan speeds of up to 45,000 profiles/sec
Offering 2K points per profile, all Z-Trak2 models are factory calibrated and offered with either blue or red eye safe lasers to suit various surface properties and operating environments. All sensors are housed in IP67 enclosures for harsh environments and come bundled free with Teledyne Imaging’s Sherlock 8.1 —a point-and-click, rapid application development software package, Sapera Processing RTLs and Sapera LT SDK.

FEATURES INCLUDE

• Up to 2K points/profile; scan rate up to 45K profiles/sec
• Built-in single frame HDR
• 360° inspection and occlusion removal
• Handles varying surface reflectivity to deliver consistent results
• Multi-Sensor Synchronization using single, low cost setup
• IP67 enclosure for harsh operating conditions
• Sherlock 8.1 for rapid application deployment
• Red and blue models
• Reflection compensation algorithms
• Diffused or spurious topologies
• 1, 2.5 and 5GigE interface

High-Performance 3D Profiler Sensor for In-Line Measurement and Inspection Applications

Z-Trak is a series of 3D profile sensors delivering high-resolution, real-time height measurements using laser triangulation. These lightweight IP67 rated profile sensors are ideal for in-line measurement, inspection, identification and guidance applications in automotive, electronics, semiconductor and factory automation.

Z-Trak series delivers reliable and repeatable results in varying operating conditions. Z-Trak models handle object widths from 8.5 mm to 1520 mm and height range of 10 mm to 1000 mm. All Z-Trak models are factory calibrated and come with a choice of laser options to suit the surface reflectance.

Z-Trak series features real-time laser line optimization for uniform measurement results, multi-sensor synchronization using generic Gigabit network routers and Power-Over-Ethernet (POE) to simplify setup and configuration. Z-Trak series comes bundled with Teledyne DALSA’s field-proven software packages – Sapera LT, Sapera Processing, and Sherlock 8 3D – at no extra cost. In addition, Z-Trak sensors can operate with 3rd party software packages using either GenICam® or proprietary interfaces.

Powerful. Versatile. Easy to Integrate.
All Z-Trak models are factory calibrated and include powerful features such as FIR-peak detector, optimized optical design, adaptive laser control to optimize integration time, field proven software libraries, and many more.

The overall result? A high-accuracy, high-resolution 3D laser profiler at a low total-cost of ownership.

Open Platform Software Development Tools
GigE Vision compliant, the Z-Trak series supports both Teledyne DALSA vision software as well as off-the-shelf 3rd party 3D image processing packages.

Choose from a wide variety of versatile software to best suit your application. Z-Trak is supported by:

Sapera Processing 3D
Z-Expert
Sherlock 8 3D
MVTec Halcon
GenICam

The SICK Ruler3000 stands out as a high-precision solution for industrial automation and machine vision applications. Equipped with a specialized 3D CMOS sensor, it offers unparalleled accuracy and measurement speed. This factory-calibrated sensor ensures reliable extraction of the true 3D shape of objects, disregarding contrast or color. With a remarkable ability to deliver measurement values down to 3 µm in height, the Ruler3000 offers exceptional precision in diverse scenarios, from quality control to robotics.

Featuring a CMOS sensor powered by ROCC technology, the Ruler3000 achieves superior 3D performance. It operates at an impressive speed of up to 7 kHz full format, facilitating efficient data acquisition. A guaranteed field-of-view concept simplifies commissioning, while GigE Vision and GenICam compliance contribute to seamless and cost-effective integration into various systems. The device's modular industrial design, complemented by its IP65/67 rating, ensures durability and adaptability to demanding environments, further solidifying its position as a top choice among machine vision system integrators seeking reliable and high-performance 3D cameras.

The compact Visionary-T Mini 3D snapshot cameras from SICK with their simple operation and excellent data quality provide the solution to virtually all industrial 3D machine vision requirements. Thanks to the advanced 3D time-of-flight technology, each pixel delivers extremely accurate depth and intensity data. The camera captures its surroundings extremely reliably even in strong light/dark contrast conditions and at long distances, and delivers precise data even for moving objects thanks to its very short image capture time. A clearly structured configuration tool makes it easy to parameterize the device and flexibly adapt the data to the specific application. This makes Visionary-T Mini an ideal, cost-efficient solution, e.g., for logistics, robotics or industrial vehicles.

At a glance:

• Up to 30 3D images per second at full resolution (512 × 424 pixels)
• Compact housing
• Temperature range: –10 °C to 50 °C
• Enclosure rating: IP65, 67
• 3D data transmission over industrial Gigabit Ethernet

The Automation Technology C5-CS series is a laser triangulation camera that computes 3D data by implementing the laser sheet-of-light-method. The C5-CS combines camera, optics and a laser - with a predefined fixed angle - in a robust IP67 aluminium housing. Additionally, a Scheimpflug adaptor is integrated into the optical path.

The high-resolution sensors deliver precise results at high speed via GigE Vision. The onboard preprocessing of the raw image data provides previously unattainable data rates for inspection, measurement and sorting in the third dimension.

Specifications:
Sensor: resolution up to 4096 x 3072 pixels
Pixel size: 5.5 µm x 5.5 µm or 6.6 µm x 6.6 µm
Dynamic range: 90 dB
Profile rate: up to over 200,000 profile/s depending on the model (with AOI limitation to 8 sensor lines)
Interface: GigE Vision
Protection: IP67-rated housing

The Sick Visionary-B 3D vision sensor is a robust solution empowered by innovative 3D snapshot technology and a rugged mechanical design. This makes it particularly suitable for challenging outdoor settings such as construction sites, ports, and agriculture. Through its stereoscopic principle, the Visionary-B captures both 2D images and 3D data simultaneously, presenting raw data and intelligent image processing results, including object classifications and position determinations. Notably, it serves as an effective driver assistance system, operating as a 3D collision warning system with a monitor and live image feed, swiftly alerting drivers both visually and acoustically in critical situations.

Boasting impressive specifications, the Visionary-B offers distance values of 250 × 496 pixels and 2D images at 544 × 828 pixels. Its exceptional temperature tolerance, ranging from -40 °C to +75 °C, enables reliable operation in extreme climates. The sensor head's rugged housing carries an IP69K rating, ensuring its durability against dust and water ingress. A distinctive 2-in-1 solution, the Visionary-B delivers eight 3D and eight 2D images per second, optimizing data acquisition. Its intelligent image processing further enables accurate classification and position determination of objects. Moreover, the capability for activity recording for recent hours enhances monitoring and analysis possibilities, making the Visionary-B a valuable asset in demanding industrial automation scenarios.